http://www.latech.edu All news concerning Tech. en-us Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:38:28 -0600 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss OmniUpdate (OU Publish) http://www.latech.edu/news/11202009-VA_advance.shtml The Department of Veterans Affairs has made funds available for veteran students who are still awaiting their education benefit claim to be processed. Dave Guerin Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:38:28 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11192009-COES_black_engineers.shtml The Louisiana Tech Chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers received four awards during the national society's recent fall conference in Tulsa, OK. Recognition included the award for 'Best Advisor Participation,' the award for 'Best Pre-College Initiative Program of the Year,' the award for the best 'Freshman Initiative,' and the award for 'Most Outstanding President.' The Tech chapter also received the award for 'Chapter of the Month' for the month of October because of the Freshmen-Sophomore Retention Pilot Program that the chapter devised and initiated. Several of the members took advantage of the Career Fair that was held and talked to companies ranging from ExxonMobil and BP, to the FBI. Mr. Corwin L. Washington, President of Tech's Chapter and one of the award recipients, said that "the Fall Regional Conference was a great motivator to keep excelling in all that we do, because we cannot rest on the victories that we have accomplished nor think that the work is done. We still have hills to climbs and more to do to fulfill our mission" Dr. Stan Napper, Dean of the College of Engineering and Science noted that "It is critical that we enlist people from many different learning styles and abilities in engineering design and problem-solving. I am especially pleased that our chapter conducts so many outreach programs (pre-college and freshman) and that these programs were recognized by the NSBE." Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science is a nationally recognized leader in educational innovation and is one of fourteen universities nation-wide to become affiliated with the Center for Advancement on Scholarship in Engineering Education (CASEE), a unit of the National Academy of Engineering. Catherine Fraser Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:23:24 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11192009-giant_salvinia.shtml A team of researchers at Louisiana Tech University has found that a naturally occurring microorganism acts as a natural herbicide against giant salvinia. Dave Guerin Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:09:05 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11182009-statedirector.shtml An assistant professor of kinesiology at Louisiana Tech has been named the state director for the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Judith Roberts Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:54:36 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11182009-stoff.shtml A Louisiana Tech assistant professor of history has been appointed associate executive editor of the scholarly journal Minerva Journal of Women and War. Judith Roberts Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:50:13 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11182009-gradpreview.shtml Artis Terrell, the chair of Louisiana's Board of Regents, is slated to be the keynote speaker for Louisiana Tech's fall graduation ceremonies. Judith Roberts Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:44:28 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11132009-effort.shtml A collaborative effort between Louisiana Tech's IDEA Place, the department of agriculture sciences and Lincoln Parish Farm Bureau has garnered national attention from the American Farm Bureau Federation. Judith Roberts Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:46:53 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11132009-jindaltech.shtml During a tour of Louisiana Tech's campus Tuesday afternoon, Gov. Bobby Jindal pointed to the school as a model that other state universities could follow as the state examines the structure of higher education. Reggie Owens Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:40:50 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11132009-robbins.shtml Kenneth Robbins, director of Louisiana Tech's School of Performing Arts, has been invited to a book signing at artspace in Shreveport. Judith Roberts Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:23:26 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11122009-inventors.shtml Several faculty members from Louisiana Tech University have received recognition for recent inventions, patents and licenses as well as their overall contributions to the institution's commercialization efforts. Dave Guerin Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:08:51 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11052009-lovell.shtml Geographer W. George Lovell is set to appear as the final speaker in the lecture series "The Maya and the World," presented by Louisiana Tech University and the Lincoln Parish Library. Judith Roberts Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:14:55 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11052009-beth.shtml Dr. Elizabeth Barfoot Christian, assistant professor of journalism and a member of the News Bureau staff, will be part of a panel disccusion marking Willie Morris' 75th birthday on Nov. 20 at Oxford, Miss. Judith Roberts Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:02:28 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11032009-music.shtml Five musical performances are in the works at Louisiana Tech for November, including several recitals and a choral concert. Judith Roberts Tue, 3 Nov 2009 13:08:02 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11032009-busbootcamp.shtml It's time for entrepreneurs to shape up and get ready to start up that business. Louisiana Tech's Technology Business Development Center, College of Business and the Association of Business, Engineering and Science Entrepreneurs are sponsoring the Basic Business Boot Camp Saturday, Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Louisiana Tech College of Business, Room 102. Judith Roberts Tue, 3 Nov 2009 13:03:53 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/11032009-harris.shtml Louisiana Tech's Bellocq Gallery is hosting work created by Erica Harris, a collage artist from Brooklyn New York. The show will run through to Thursday, Dec. 3. Judith Roberts Tue, 3 Nov 2009 12:47:17 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/10302009-octubafest.shtml Louisiana Tech's School of the Performing Arts will present the fifth annual Octubafest concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1. Judith Roberts Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:37:47 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10302009-energy_conference.shtml The College of Engineering and Science at Louisiana Tech University will host a one day conference entitled 'Building Energy Systems for Tomorrow' Thursday, November 5th at the Technology Transfer Center in Shreveport. Catherine Fraser Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:10:41 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10292009-ECdedicated.shtml More than 150 people gathered Thursday morning as Louisiana Tech's research park, Enterprise Campus, was dedicated. Judith Roberts and Reginald Owens Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:43:03 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10272009-Sixnet.shtml Sixnet, a privately held company established in 1976, has become a new Industrial Partner with the College of Engineering and Science at Louisiana Tech. Catherine Fraser Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:39:07 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10222009-rustoncollects.shtml A different type of art show consisting of 43 works of art belonging to 16 prominent Ruston collectors will be displayed at the Louisiana Tech Art Gallery starting Thursday, Oct. 29. Judith Roberts Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:19:34 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10222009-maya3.shtml A comparison of ancient Mayan and Egyptian civilizations will be the topic as The Maya and the World lecture series continues, presented by Louisiana Tech University and the Lincoln Parish Library. Judith Roberts Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:38:21 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10222009-EC_dedication.shtml With the dedication of Enterprise Campus, Louisiana Tech University's new research park, the university will join the ranks of some of the most progressive and respected research institutions in the nation. Dave Guerin Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:09:35 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10152009-talentshow.shtml If seeing is believing, then student magician Tim Pardue and his assistant, Carly Queen, made believers out of the audiences and judges Wednesday night at the Union Board's talent show at Louisiana Tech. Judith Roberts Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:30:24 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10142009-facconcert2.shtml The second concert of Louisiana Tech's Faculty Concert Series will take place at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 in Howard Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts. Judith Roberts Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:50:49 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10142009-Innovationseminar.shtml Generous tax credits are available for innovative businesses operating in Louisiana, and an overview of the state's innovation incentives will be provided from 10:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Oct. 28 at Louisiana Tech's Technology Transfer Center at 8028 Shrevepark Drive. Judith Roberts Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:40:20 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10142009-ldavis.shtml Louisiana Tech's College of Business received a generous gift from the wife and son of the late Louie Randolph Davis Sr. The gift will fund the Grand Auditorium in the new College of Business building. Brian Miller Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:32:11 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10152009-maya2.shtml The importance of tradition in Maya village life will be the focus as "The Maya and the World" lecture series continues, presented by Louisiana Tech and the Lincoln Parish Library. Judith Roberts Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:23:50 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10132009-best_lecture.shtml In support of the 2009 Common Reading selection 'The Last Lecture' by Randy Pausch, the Student Government Association and the First-Year Experience will host, 'The Best Lecture', presented by Dr. Larry Sellers, on Wednesday, October 21 at 4:00 p.m. in the Student Center. Linda Griffin Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:18:27 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10132009-ExxonMobil.shtml ExxonMobil Corporation announced that it has given $2 million in academic grants to 85 college and universities throughout the country. Among the universities receiving funds is Louisiana Tech University through its College of Business and College of Engineering and Science. Catherine Fraser Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:30:19 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10102009-homecomingcourt.shtml The 14 men and women to represent Louisiana Tech's Homecoming court have been chosen and will reign over celebratory activities next week. Judith Roberts Sun, 11 Oct 2009 13:34:08 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10082009-biofuel.shtml Dr. James Palmer, associate professor of chemical engineering at Louisiana Tech University, is collaborating with fellow professors Dr. Yuri Lvov, Dr. Dale Snow, and Dr. Hisham Hegab to capitalize on the environmental and financial benefits of "biofuels" by using nanotechnology to further improve the cellulosic ethanol processes. Dave Guerin Thu, 8 Oct 2009 11:57:27 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10082009-mayabegins.shtml The K'iche' Maya Indians of highland Guatemala will be discussed when anthropologist Robert M. Carmack makes opening presentations in the "The Maya and the World" lecture series, presented by Louisiana Tech and the Lincoln Parish Library. Judith Roberts Wed, 7 Oct 2009 16:11:36 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10062009-homecoming%20preview.shtml "There's No School like Old School" at Louisiana Tech, and the university plans to live up to this year's theme and excite students, alumni and friends during the week preceding Homecoming, which will be Saturday, Oct. 17. Judith Roberts Tue, 6 Oct 2009 16:31:26 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10062009-VVC.shtml Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science will partner with the V-Vehicle Company (VVC) to make internships available for engineering students at the company's Monroe plant. Catherine Fraser Tue, 6 Oct 2009 11:40:26 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10062009-Grapes_of_Wrath.shtml Louisiana Tech University's Stone Theatre has announced its cast for the upcoming fall production of "The Grapes of Wrath," based on the book written by John Steinbeck. Beth Christian Tue, 6 Oct 2009 11:04:52 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10052009-DOE_cyber_grant.shtml The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Louisiana Tech University a $951,000 grant to support interdisciplinary cyberspace and science education programs throughout northern Louisiana. Dave Guerin Tue, 6 Oct 2009 09:43:54 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/10022009-feedforgotten.shtml The merchandising department in Louisiana Tech's School of Human Ecology is hosting a carnival-like event to help feed the needy in Louisiana and throughout the United States. Judith Roberts Fri, 2 Oct 2009 14:13:39 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09302009Alumni.shtml Louisiana Tech's Alumnus of the Year along with six other alumni will be recognized during the 2009 Homecoming activities. Reginald Owens Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:48:52 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09282009-ADVANCE_grant.shtml The College of Engineering and Science at Louisiana Tech University has received a grant from the National Science Foundation's ADVANCE program in the amount of $736,500 to support a four-year project titled, "Creating a Culture of Success for Women in Engineering and Science." Jenna Carpenter Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:11:31 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09262009-Dooley_Letter.shtml On Wednesday, September 30th at 7:00 PM our team will face Hawaii before a nationally televised audience on ESPN2. WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! This is a tremendous opportunity to showcase our University and our athletic program to the community, the state, and most importantly the nation. COME TO THE GAME and pack Joe Aillet Stadium in a SEA OF RED! Derek Dooley Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:08:48 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09252009-fyiworkshop.shtml The second annual Finding Your Idea workshop will take place Thursday, Oct. 8 at Louisiana Tech's Enterprise Center, located at 509 W. Alabama Ave. Judith Roberts Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:42:17 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09252009-Ideapitch.shtml Louisiana Tech's TOP DAWG Business Plan Competition is looking for students from all majors to make their product or service ideas a reality. Judith Roberts Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:33:26 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09252009-Mayan.shtml The Maya people of Mexico and Central America will be the focus in October, when Louisiana Tech and the Lincoln Parish Library team up to present a series of lectures, "The Maya and the World." Judith Roberts Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:30:25 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09232009-enrollment.shtml Louisiana Tech's total enrollment stands at 11,289 students for the fall 2009 which represents an addition of 339 students, an increase of 3.1 percent. Judith Roberts Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:36:42 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09222009-charliecook.shtml Charlie Cook, publisher of The Cook Political Report and political analyst for the National Journal Group and for NBC News, emphasized the need for bipartisan politics, which the late U.S. Rep. Joe D. Waggonner, of which the Center is named after, exemplified. Judith Roberts Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:42:15 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09222003-facultyconcert.shtml The Louisiana Tech Faculty Concert Series will debut Tuesday, Sept. 29, featuring a chamber music program with Tech professors Dr. Steele Moegle, pianist; Dr. Lisa Maxedon, soprano; and guest artist Dr. Diane Boyd Schultz, flute, from the University of Alabama. Judith Roberts Tue, 22 Sep 2009 09:18:35 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09212009-best_history_chapter.shtml Louisiana Tech's Lambda-Rho Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta has again been named best chapter in the national history honor society's annual competition. Beth Christian Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:37:12 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09212009-Webre.shtml Tech history professor Dr. Stephen Webre spent his summer doing speaking engagements in Mexico and Central America. Beth Christian Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:33:42 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09212009-Safety_Saturday.shtml Nursing students from Louisiana Tech University will partner with the Ruston Fire Department, Ruston Police Department, and Lincoln Parish Sheriff's Office to present "Safety Saturday" on September 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Lowe's in Ruston. Dave Guerin Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:38:01 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09182009-Jindal_Visit.shtml Governor Bobby Jindal visited Louisiana Tech University on Friday to speak to the Rotary Club of Lincoln, discussing the challenges and successes of the state's economic and workforce development initiatives. Dave Guerin Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:41:32 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09162009-Orion-COES_partnership.shtml Orion Marine Group has renewed its partnership with the College of Engineering and Science at Louisiana Tech University. The college's Industrial Partners Program promotes and encourages industry and academic cooperation in the areas of engineering and science. Catherine Fraser Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:56:29 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09152009-Washington_Monthly_Ranking.shtml Louisiana Tech University has achieved the state's highest ranking among public colleges and universities, according to Washington Monthly's 2009 National College Rankings. Dave Guerin Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:02:50 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/091609-businessdegree.shtml Louisiana Tech University College of Business has announced the addition of an interdisciplinary bachelor of science degree in sustainable supply chain management. Brian Miller Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:50:38 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09152009-COESreaccreditation.shtml Louisiana Tech recently received notice of final action for re-accreditation from the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) following its 2008-09 review of Tech's bachelor's in computer science, engineering, and engineering technology programs. Catherine Fraser Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:01:26 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09102009-Genov_NPcover.shtml Dr. Dentcho Genov, an assistant professor of physics and electrical engineering at Louisiana Tech University and a Louisiana Optical Network Initiative (LONI) Institute fellow, is featured on the cover of the most recent issue of Nature Physics, one of the most respected and prestigious physics journals in the world. Dave Guerin Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:42:13 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09092009-SCM.shtml Louisiana Tech University College of Business has announced the addition of an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Science degree in Sustainable Supply Chain Management (SCM). The degree will begin to be offered in this upcoming fall semester. Brian Miller Wed, 9 Sep 2009 18:06:31 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09092009-facstaffmtg.shtml Louisiana Tech President Dan Reneau stated twice during his fall faculty/staff meeting that, unless midyear cuts are announced, no furloughs or additional layoffs are in the plans. Judith Roberts Wed, 9 Sep 2009 15:47:57 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09092009-fallexhibits.shtml The Louisiana Tech School of Art Galleries will open its 2009-2010 season schedule with Libby Rowe's "Pink" installation and video work in the Main Gallery and Drék Davis's "Idle Warship" mixed media in the Bellocq Gallery. Judith Roberts Wed, 9 Sep 2009 15:16:46 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/UniversitySenateawards2009.shtml Louisiana Tech University Senate started its fall quarter by recognizing two professors for exemplary service during the past year. Dr. Elizabeth Christian Wed, 9 Sep 2009 14:53:52 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09082009-Simmonsbook.shtml Dr. Rick Simmons, the George K. Anding Endowed Professor of English and director of the Center for Academic and Professional Development at Louisiana Tech, has written the Civil War chronicle, Defending South Carolina's Coast: The Civil War from Georgetown to Little River. Judith Roberts Tue, 8 Sep 2009 12:52:45 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/090809fallscifri.shtml NBC 10 News meteorologist Natalie Waters will be the guest speaker at this month's SciFri, which is hosted by Louisiana Tech's IDEA Place. Judith Roberts Tue, 8 Sep 2009 12:48:12 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09042009-FYEconvocation.shtml Louisiana Tech University's First-Year Convocation has quickly become a rite of passage for new Tech students making the transition from high school to college. Dave Guerin Fri, 4 Sep 2009 09:26:18 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09032009-waggonner.shtml The legacy Joe D. Waggonner, who served as a U.S. congressman for 18 years, will continue to flourish at his alma mater, Louisiana Tech, with the beginning of the Joe. D. Waggonner Center for Bipartisan Politics and Public Policy lectures. Judith Roberts Thu, 3 Sep 2009 08:35:00 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09032009-claytourn.shtml Over 70 shooters participated in the Louisiana Tech University College of Business' Sporting Clay Tournament on Aug. 22 at Wild Wings in Downsville. Brian Miller Thu, 3 Sep 2009 08:28:45 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09022009-marburyseries.shtml Louisiana Tech University College of Business alum Karen D. Taylor, the senior vice president, human resources and chief diversity officer for RRI Energy, Inc. (RRI), will hold a lecture on Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. CDT in the CenturyTel Auditorium in the College of Business building. Brian Miller Wed, 2 Sep 2009 12:07:22 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09012009-worshop.shtml Small business owners will have an opportunity to learn how to receive federal funding for research from a former U.S. Department of Energy program manager at a Tuesday, Sept. 29 workshop. Judith Roberts Tue, 1 Sep 2009 15:10:37 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/09012009-Hilburn.shtml Wiley Hilburn, who gave The Tech Talk a voice of its own, taught two generations of students how to be journalists, and worked for the university he loved, retired this summer after 41 storied years at Louisiana Tech. Teddy Allen Tue, 1 Sep 2009 14:21:29 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08272009-Sterling.shtml Dr. Ray Sterling has been awarded the International Society for Trenchless Technology's (ISTT) Gold Medal and the North American Society for Trenchless Technology (NASTT) Chairman's Award for Outstanding Lifetime Service. Dave Guerin Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:33:14 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08262009-summerhonors.shtml Louisiana Tech has announced the names of students on its summer quarter President's and Dean's honor lists. Judith Roberts Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:40:15 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08212009-gradlist.shtml Louisiana Tech's summer quarter commencement exercises were held Aug. 20, with diplomas awarded to 274 graduates. Judith Roberts Fri, 21 Aug 2009 09:33:09 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08202009-graduationsummer.shtml Two hundred seventy-four graduates received diplomas Aug. 20 from Louisiana Tech's summer commencement, where Dr. William Green, professor and resident veterinarian, served as keynote speaker. Judith Roberts Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:26:42 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08202009-Tier3.shtml Louisiana Tech University has again been ranked among the nation's best colleges and universities, according to U.S. News and World Report's 2010 Best Colleges report. Dave Guerin Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:57:00 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08182009-Carpenter.shtml Dr. Jenna P. Carpenter, associate dean for the College of Engineering and Science at Louisiana Tech, has been elected to the Board of Directors for the American Society for Engineering Education. Catherine Fraser Tue, 18 Aug 2009 09:31:16 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08172009-energy_conference.shtml Louisiana Tech University will host an energy systems conference,"Building Energy Systems for Tomorrow", for residents of Louisiana, Texas and Arkansas on November 5, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Technology Transfer Center in Shreveport. Catherine Fraser Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:00:52 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08172009-COE.shtml Louisiana Tech's College of Education is offering its students and state educators unique professional development and career enrichment opportunities throughout the fall. Dave Guerin Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:37:30 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08132009-COES_grants.shtml Louisiana Tech University' College of Engineering and Science has been awarded a $1.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), while Dr. Long Que, an assistant professor of electrical engineering, has received a $400,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER award. Catherine Fraser Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:34:56 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08112009-greengraduation.shtml Louisiana Tech's summer graduation ceremonies will take place at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20 in the Thomas Assembly Center. Dr. Wiliam H. Green, Tech professor and resident veterinarian, will serve as keynote speaker for commencement. Judith Roberts Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:27:38 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08102009-Crowe.shtml Donny Crowe, head of Photographic Services at Louisiana Tech University, was elected to the University Photographers Association of America (UPAA) Board of Directors this summer at the organization's 48th annual Technical Symposium at Jamestown Community College in Jamestown, N.Y. Teddy Allen Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:21:32 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/08072009-griffin.shtml Dr. Dixie Griffin, a professor of civil engineering at Louisiana Tech, has received the Prosper Toups Training Award from the Louisiana Rural Water Association. Judith Roberts Fri, 7 Aug 2009 09:33:56 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07312009-THappening.shtml Pride was the reoccurring theme at the annual Tech event, the Happening XXVIII, which took place Thursday, July 30 at the Monroe Civic Center. Both Tech President Dan Reneau and Derek Dooley, athletics director and head football coach, said that even though hard economic times had befallen the country, Tech was still going strong. Judith Roberts Fri, 31 Jul 2009 09:37:10 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07302009-watertower.shtml A nearly 75-year-old Louisiana Tech icon has reached the end of its days. The process to bring down this 125-foot water tower, which was constructed in November 1935, will begin the first week of August. There should be no disruption in water services on campus. Judith Roberts Thu, 30 Jul 2009 11:12:24 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07282009-Happeningonline.shtml Louisiana Tech fans and family who are unable to attend this year's Happening on Thursday, July 30, still have a chance to be part of the action. The event will be streamed online for free at http://www.latechtv.com/events.html. Judith Roberts Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:15:48 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07282009-Hurtig.shtml Dr. Dolliann Margaret Hurtig, an associate professor of French at Louisiana Tech, presented her research regarding methods for teaching French through the use of films at the July meeting of the American Association of Teachers of French convention at San Jose, Calif. Judith Roberts Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:30:46 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07282009-COESboard.shtml The Board of Directors of Louisiana Tech's Engineering and Science Foundation has elected its officers for 2009-2010. William R. Brown IV of Metairie, Louisiana, will serve as president and A.C. Hollins, Jr., of Las Vegas, Nevada, will serve as Vice-President. Catherine Fraser Tue, 28 Jul 2009 08:09:00 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/IDEAPlacelunaropenhouse.shtml RUSTON - The IDEA Place will host an open house Friday from 4:30-6:30 p.m. for everyone in the community to see the new exhibit of lunar samples from NASA. Dr. Elizabeth Christian Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:09:08 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07252009-Weatherspoon_HOF.shtml Louisiana Tech head women's basketball coach and former Lady Techster Kodak All-American Teresa Weatherspoon was named as one of six members of the 2010 Class for the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame. Malcolm Butler Sat, 25 Jul 2009 21:29:52 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07242009--TBDCworkshop.shtml Louisiana Tech's Technology Business Development Center is scheduled to host a meeting regarding the state's Small and Emerging Business Development Program Wednesday, Aug. 5. Judith Roberts Fri, 24 Jul 2009 09:56:22 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07232009-Living_with_the_lab.shtml Twenty-one engineering faculty members from across the nation visited Louisiana Tech from July 12-15 to learn about Tech's first-year engineering experience and to brainstorm on the future of engineering education. Jenna Carpenter and David Hall Fri, 24 Jul 2009 08:04:06 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07222009-Tech_After_55.shtml Louisiana Tech University has launched Tech After 55, a tuition/fee waiver program designed to offer students that are 55 years of age and older deep discounts on select classroom and online classes. Dave Guerin Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:08:37 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07222009-Genov.shtml Dr. Dentcho Genov, an assistant professor of physics and electrical engineering at Louisiana Tech University and a Louisiana Optical Network Initiative (LONI) Institute fellow, is featured in the most recent issue of Nature Physics, one of the most respected and prestigious physics journals in the world. Dave Guerin Wed, 22 Jul 2009 09:54:22 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07202009-ACT_survey.shtml Louisiana Tech University students have rated the institution above the national average and higher than any other University of Louisiana System (ULS) school in areas such as support services, academics, and admissions, according to ACT's 2009 Student Opinion Survey. Dave Guerin Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:43:17 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07202009-Businessraffle.shtml Louisiana Tech's College of Business will raffle off a brand new Honda 420 Rancher 2X4 in conjunction with the college's Sporting Clay Tournament fundraiser. Brian Miller Mon, 20 Jul 2009 09:18:36 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07202009-mathfair.shtml Students won't be avoiding their math homework for this Louisiana Tech event. The College of Education is hosting its annual Summer Math Fair, which will allow students in 1st through 6th grades an opportunity to have hands-on fun with math. Judith Roberts Mon, 20 Jul 2009 09:12:03 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07162009-forestryIALE.shtml Three members of the Louisiana Tech family had an opportunity recently to discuss their research on hurricane impact and study various ecosystems in Utah. Judith Roberts Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:14:21 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07142009-CRL.shtml The U.S. Air Force's Office of Scientific Research has awarded Louisiana Tech University a $2.85 million grant to establish the Cyberspace Research Laboratory at Enterprise Campus, Louisiana Tech's research park. Dave Guerin Tue, 14 Jul 2009 15:07:30 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07092009-NAE.shtml Three Louisiana Tech engineering faculty, Dean Stan Napper, Dr. David Hall and Dr. Heath Tims, were among only 40 faculty nationwide invited to participate in a workshop on "Developing Engineering Faculty as Leaders of Academic Change," sponsored by the National Academy of Engineering in Chicago, Illinois, June 25-26, 2009. Catherine Fraser Thu, 9 Jul 2009 08:16:34 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07082009-ArtistBookExhibit.shtml An Artist Book Exhibition created by students from Louisiana Tech's School of Art will be on display at the Lincoln Parish Library this month. Judith Roberts Wed, 8 Jul 2009 09:32:04 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07022009-Graduate_School_website.shtml The Graduate School at Louisiana Tech University has launched a new website that features a state-of-the-art online application system designed to provide more timely and tailored information for current and prospective graduate students. Dave Guerin Thu, 2 Jul 2009 07:37:15 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/07012009-ADefficiency.shtml Louisiana Tech is ranked No. 3 in the country in the Excellence in Management Cup, which recognizes the most efficient athletic departments in the country. Malcolm Butler Wed, 1 Jul 2009 20:53:50 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06302009-ECEC.shtml The Early Childhood Education Center at Louisiana Tech University has earned an exclusive 5-Star rating from Quality Start, a voluntary assessment system aimed at increasing the quality of child care and early learning throughout Louisiana. Dave Guerin Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:48:54 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06302009-alumnidues.shtml Now staying a part of the Louisiana Tech Alumni Association is as easy as sitting in a chair and clicking a mouse. To conserve natural and financial resources, the alumni association is offering current and potential members the opportunity to pay membership dues online. Judith Roberts Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:31:36 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06292009-Happeningpreview.shtml It's "happening" again at Louisiana Tech. Fans and alumni are gearing up for the Happening XXVIII, presented by Argent Financial Group, which is a yearly event bringing the Tech family together in anticipation of the upcoming year. Judith Roberts Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:21:31 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06232009-campus_events.shtml "Is there something going on over at Louisiana Tech University...?" Rarely does a day go by when that statement isn't answered in the affirmative. Classes, research, and student advising and mentoring are all a daily part of "doing business" on the Tech campus. Dave Guerin Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:53:19 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06232009-IDEAPeachFest.shtml As the city gears up for the annual Peach Festival this weekend, Louisiana Tech's IDEA Place is lending a helping hand with a Sunday, June 28 event. Judith Roberts Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:28:17 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06192009-Lee.shtml A Louisiana Tech sophomore is trading his college credits for the title of "cadet" at the United States Military Academy in West Point, N.Y., thanks to his service and to a presidential appointment. Teddy Allen Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:02:42 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06182009-All-WAC.shtml The Western Athletic Conference office released its Academic All-WAC honors on Wednesday and 46 student-athletes from Louisiana Tech's athletic program earned the award. Malcolm Butler Thu, 18 Jun 2009 08:27:17 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06152009-PiDeltaPhi.shtml Louisiana Tech's French honor society, Pi Delta Phi, inducted new members recently to this national organization, which was founded more than 100 years ago on the University of California-Berkeley campus. Judith Roberts Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:12:59 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06102009-MissLaTechcompetes.shtml Ashley Taylor, coordinator of student development and the Miss Tech pageant, said six of the 29 women competing in the Miss Louisiana pageant next week are students (or recent graduates) of Louisiana Tech. Judith Roberts Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:43:52 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06102009-Harris.shtml Louisiana Tech linebacker Quin Harris received another impressive honor Wednesday when he was inducted into the 2009 National Football Foundation Hampshire Honor Society in recognition for his outstanding accomplishments in the classrooms, in the community and on the playing field. Malcolm Butler Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:42:04 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06092009-SciFri.shtml Louisiana Tech's IDEA Place is gearing up for its next Sci-Fri event, which will be from 6:30-9:30 p.m., Friday, June 12 at the IDEA Place. Judith Roberts Tue, 9 Jun 2009 16:39:22 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06092009-Hankins.shtml Dr. Jeffery R. Hankins, an assistant professor of history at Louisiana Tech, has been selected to participate in the 2009 National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Institute dealing with "The Rule of Law: Teaching Legal Studies in the Liberal Arts." Judith Roberts Tue, 9 Jun 2009 15:49:49 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06082009-TXXS.shtml Louisiana Tech University and the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) in College Station have signed an agreement that will allow TEEX to provide some of its specialized curriculum and workforce training programs to Louisiana workers. Dave Guerin Mon, 8 Jun 2009 16:58:08 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06032009-CSC_workshop.shtml The Center for Secure Cyberspace (CSC), a collaborative effort of Louisiana Tech and Louisiana State Universities, will host the 2nd Annual Cyberspace Research Workshop on Monday, June 15, 2009 at the Shreveport Convention Center. Dave Guerin Wed, 3 Jun 2009 09:51:21 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06022009-nursespinned.shtml Thirty-five Louisiana Tech nursing graduates were honored during the spring pinning ceremony held in Howard Auditorium. Judith Roberts Tue, 2 Jun 2009 14:09:54 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/06022009-PDS%20schools.shtml Louisiana Tech?s College of Education has entered into an instructional and supportive agreement, a Professional Development Relationship, with schools from Lincoln and Caddo parishes. Judith Roberts Tue, 2 Jun 2009 11:46:28 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05282009-honorslist.shtml Louisiana Tech has announced the names of students on its spring quarter President's and Dean's honor lists. Judith Roberts Thu, 28 May 2009 14:26:41 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05282009-artinternships.shtml Three Louisiana Tech students studying in the School of Art are traveling the United States this summer with internships. Judith Roberts Thu, 28 May 2009 13:22:42 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05282009-theaterinterns.shtml Fifteen Louisiana Tech students studying performing arts have landed summer employment at various prestigious locations across the United States. Judith Roberts Thu, 28 May 2009 09:17:12 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05262009-graduates.shtml Louisiana Tech's summer quarter commencement exercises were held May 23, with diplomas awarded to 836 graduates. Judith Roberts Tue, 26 May 2009 14:23:55 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/Bernhardhonored.shtml Louisiana Tech Faculty Senate honored James M. Bernhard Jr. today at the university's 2009 commencement exercises with a resolution declaring him a hero to higher education in the state of Louisiana. The resolution, which was presented by the University Senate faculty president Debra Blackman, honored Bernhard, as chief executive officer of the Shaw Group, Inc., for his generosity in returning $172.5 million in state incentives allocated for the Shaw Modular Solutions manufacturing project in Lake Charles and requesting all the money go to assuage some of the cuts in higher education. Last week, Tech's Faculty Senate overwhelmingly passed the resolution to honor Bernhard, Blackman said. "In these difficult economic times, we need to recognize the importance of higher education, and he's done so in a dramatic way." Blackman said higher education in Louisiana is facing cuts this year like it has never seen before and for a company to literally give up state funds to help find a solution requires a hero at its helm. Bernhard was present to accept the honor and received a standing ovation from an overflow crowd of more than 8,000 at Thomas Assembly Center. With a finger pointed upward, symbolizing Tech No. 1, Bernhard urged graduates to always keep Tech in their hearts and to always keep higher education in Louisiana a priority. Dr. Elizabeth Christian Sat, 23 May 2009 16:06:12 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/spring2009grad.shtml RUSTON - Phillip Holmes was present with his father, Brandon, as his mother, Jennifer, walked across the stage in the Thomas Assembly Center and became an alumna of Louisiana Tech. Phillip is 17 months old. He will be a witness to both of his parents graduating from Tech, as Jennifer's husband Brandon plans to graduate this summer. "It's been hard to go to school with a young child, especially when he was sick," Jennifer, a Dubach resident, said. "He couldn't go to daycare, and I would have to miss class because he was sick." Jennifer sat out one quarter when Phillip was born but said the stress of raising a child and going to college has been worth the challenge of getting her bachelor's degree. "It's nice to know that I have a college degree," Jennifer, who majored in speech, said. "We are going to move to New Orleans after Brandon graduates; he's going to have a job down there." Eight hundred thirty-six students graduated from Louisiana Tech on Saturday, and Gov. Bobby Jindal served as the commencement speaker, urging graduates to meet four challenges: to keep their minds open, to always be seekers of truth, to avoid greed and to dream big. "You must fight to keep your minds open," Jindal said. "It's not easy. People will try to keep you from trying new ideas. "Be seekers of truth," he added. "Knowledge by itself is not power. Truth and knowledge is power. America is a country committed to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness." Jindal urged the graduates that while the economic times of the country as a whole was not overly heartening for them not to be discouraged. "Louisiana has been impacted with the rest of the country, but we're a strong state and strong people," he said. Adding that the graduates should make their life count for something beyond themselves, Jindal said courage was needed to dream big. "I am an optimist with our state and our country," he said. "Don't let things take away your zeal to change the world. Look outward. Chase the American dream and create your own version." Jessie McCormick, of Normal, Ill., graduated with a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and plans to work for Dow Chemical Company in Hahnville. "I wanted to stay in Louisiana," McCormick said. "Louisiana has a culture I find unique to every other state. I've in Louisiana for 99 percent of my life and plan on living here as long as the job allows me to." McCormick is joined with her sentiment to reside in Louisiana by graduate Mallory Guin, of Haughton, who said she would stay in Louisiana if the opportunity was offered to her. "I'm going to work part-time this summer and job search the other part," Guin, who received a bachelor's degree in merchandising and consumer affairs, said. "I've learned that it's hard to job search when you're at school. So I will be looking for merchandising jobs." Guin's decision to major in merchandising and consumer affairs came from her love of the subject, even while knowing that the job market would be competitive. "I just decided to choose the one I was the best at," she said. "I would move out of state if I found my dream job. I love Louisiana and would stay here if it was at all possible. I love the way I grew up and would love to stay in the state and pursue a career. You can't find this lifestyle anywhere else." Judith Roberts Sat, 23 May 2009 16:03:25 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/facultyaward.shtml Three Louisiana Tech faculty members received major campus awards during spring quarter commencement exercises Saturday, May 23. Reginald Owens Sat, 23 May 2009 15:55:03 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/summer2009TechTalkstaff.shtml RUSTON - The summer Tech Talk staff has been announced, with Quitman native Samantha Horn leading the helm as editor-in-chief. Horn, a junior journalism major, has served on The Tech Talk as reporter, Student Government Association reporter and news editor. Rounding out her staff include junior journalism majors Eboni Jaggers, of Haughton, as associate/online editor and Angela Groce, of West Monroe, as managing/sports editor. "I'm looking forward to working with the new reporters and sharing the things I've learned through Tech Talk with them," Horn said. "We have a small staff this summer and not a lot of layout experience, so I think we'll all be learning this summer." Judith Roberts, Tech Talk faculty adviser, said she has full confidence in Horn and the summer Tech Talk staff. "This is a good group of reporters and editors," Roberts said. "They're strong writers, they're dedicated and they enjoy what they do. That's a great combination." The summer Tech Talk will be available June 25, and Horn will also be responsible for the Bulldog Survival Guide. Fri, 22 May 2009 10:15:10 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05222009-farmcamp.shtml Students who have completed kindergarten through sixth grades are eligible to participate in a summertime agricultural camp held at Louisiana Tech. Judith Roberts Fri, 22 May 2009 09:49:02 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05202009-green_school.shtml A rewarding service-learning opportunity for students in the School of Architecture at Louisiana Tech University will result in a new "green" community school for the city of Shreveport. Dave Guerin Wed, 20 May 2009 13:50:13 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05182009-ExxonMobil.shtml In support of Louisiana Tech University and its commitment to higher education, the ExxonMobil Foundation has awarded Tech an education grant in the amount of $60,870. Dave Guerin Mon, 18 May 2009 11:06:13 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05142009-VAB_renovation.shtml Tech's original library and second oldest building on campus is being renovated for a cutting-edge business community that has its eyes and ideas on the future. Teddy Allen Thu, 14 May 2009 08:00:11 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05122009-Ropprecords.shtml Linda Lou Ropp, daughter of Louisiana Tech's 11th president, R.L. Ropp, has passed on documents from her father's legacy to the university's Prescott Memorial Library archives. Judith Roberts Tue, 12 May 2009 16:15:13 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05122009-entergy.shtml With the help of Entergy Nuclear, Inc., Louisiana Tech engineering and science students will have a better grasp of how nuclear power will help meet the energy demands of the future. Reginald Owens Tue, 12 May 2009 16:06:23 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05122009-solar%20future.shtml A Louisiana Tech sociology professor was the keynote speaker recently for the OMNI Center for Peace, Justice and Ecology in Fayetteville, Ark. Reginald Owens Tue, 12 May 2009 15:57:04 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05122009-AFcyber.shtml A group of students from Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, La., got a first-hand look at how Air Force men and women conduct cyberspace operations during a tour of Air Force Cyber Command, (Provisional) here May 5. Dave Guerin Tue, 12 May 2009 10:54:20 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05112009-small_times.shtml For the third consecutive year, Louisiana Tech University has been recognized by Small Times magazine as an industry leader in micro and nanotechnology. The recently released 2009 university rankings place Tech at #7 in the nation for nanotechnology commercialization. Dave Guerin Mon, 11 May 2009 07:57:37 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05092009-governorgraduation.shtml Gov. Bobby Jindal will be the keynote speaker for Louisiana Tech's spring commencement ceremonies, which will be held Saturday, May 23. Judith Roberts Fri, 8 May 2009 09:03:09 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05082009-Nursesweek.shtml Louisiana Tech's Student Nursing Association has already gotten into the promotional spirit, associate professor of Tech's School of Nursing, Beth Fife, said. Scott Boatright Fri, 8 May 2009 08:35:56 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/WillaCatherarticle.shtml Dr. Kimberly Vanderlaan, associate professor of English, has published an article, "Eden's Blissful Bowre in 'Coming Aphrodite!'" in the most recent edition of The Willa Cather Newsletter and Review. Elizabeth B. Christian Thu, 7 May 2009 11:32:53 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05072009-Gullattexcellenceined.shtml Dr. David Gullatt, dean of Louisiana Tech's College of Education, has been named the Louisiana Excellent in Education Award honoree for his leadership in promoting and advancing excellence in education. Judith Roberts Thu, 7 May 2009 10:56:39 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05062009-COES_senior_projects.shtml Each spring, Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering & Science presents a senior projects conference which enables students to put what they have learned into action. Catherine Fraser Wed, 6 May 2009 08:34:14 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05062009-certification.shtml The College of Business' Graduate Certification Program in Information Assurance received recognition for meeting the National training Standard for Information Systems Security Professionals 4011 from the National Security Agency's Committee on National Systems Security. Brian Miller Wed, 6 May 2009 08:24:30 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05012009-nursingdrill.shtml Louisiana Tech nursing students gained first-hand experience in crisis care and response during a recent mock disaster drill at Lomax Hall located on Tech's South Campus. Dave Guerin Fri, 1 May 2009 14:08:12 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/05012009-Alumniresolution.shtml Louisiana Tech's Alumni Association passed a resolution recently in hopes of encouraging the Legislature to lessen the budget cuts facing higher education institutions. Judith Roberts Fri, 1 May 2009 12:52:45 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/IDEAPlaceSpaceDays2009.shtml Louisiana Tech's IDEA Place and Planetarium will celebrate the 10th anniversary of Space Days the week of May 4-8 with exciting astronomical activities. Elizabeth B. Christian Fri, 1 May 2009 08:30:44 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04302009-lasttwolatinamericaevents.shtml The last two events for Louisiana Tech's Shaping the 21st Century: Focus on Latin America will be a brownbag lunch video and discussion and a film screening. Judith Roberts Thu, 30 Apr 2009 09:47:59 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04292009-murimi.shtml Dr. Mary Murimi, associate professor of nutrition in Louisiana Tech's School of Human Ecology, has been awarded a $375,000 grant from the US Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for the development of a rural healthcare services outreach program aimed at diabetes prevention and overall community health enhancement. Dave Guerin Wed, 29 Apr 2009 13:04:00 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04292009-ecocartopten.shtml Louisiana Tech's eco car team placed in the top ten of the challenge and increased their mileage from last year by 50% with their prototype car earning 696.7 miles per gallon. Catherine Fraser Wed, 29 Apr 2009 10:33:25 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04282009-swineflu.shtml Although there have been no reported cases of Swine Flu in the state, the Louisiana Tech Emergency Response Team is providing students, faculty and staff with the following resources in an effort to safeguard the health and safety of the campus community. Dave Guerin Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:15:13 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04242009-springchoralconcert.shtml The Louisiana Tech Choirs will present a Spring Choral Concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, in Howard Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts. Judith Roberts Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:54:11 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04242009-MerryWivesofWindsor.shtml Louisiana Tech's Stone Theatre has announced the dates for the upcoming production of "Merry Wives of Windsor." This modern adaptation of Shakespeare's famous comedy is filled with love, deception and revenge mingled with ironic comedy. Judith Roberts Fri, 24 Apr 2009 09:13:51 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04232009-engineeringscienceday.shtml Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science opens its doors to an estimated 800 junior and senior high school students for its annual Engineering and Science Day. Dave Guerin Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:11:08 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04222009-SPEofficers.shtml Louisiana Tech assistant professor of photography Jes Schrom has been elected secretary for the south central region of the Society for Photographic Education. T. Scott Boatright Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:23:53 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04222009-Englishhonorsociety.shtml Louisiana Tech's English honor society, the Rho Gamma chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, was one of only three chapters out of 700 in the country to receive an Outstanding Chapter Award at the International Convention, held in Minneapolis, Minn. Judith Roberts Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:17:04 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04222009-Farmsale.shtml Demonstrations, competitions and sales will all be available for those interested in attending Louisiana Tech's 39th annual Farm Production Sale. Judith Roberts Wed, 22 Apr 2009 10:36:18 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04202009-SPJawards.shtml Louisiana Tech's student newspaper, The Tech Talk, and a recent journalism graduate received regional awards from the Society of Professional Journalists. Elizabeth Christian Mon, 20 Apr 2009 10:11:13 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04172009-SchoolofArtstudentexhibit.shtml Louisiana Tech's School of Art Galleries will host the Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition, one of the most popular shows of the season, with an awards ceremony set 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 21 in the Main Gallery. Scott Boatright Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:21:41 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04172009-Dobbins.shtml Dr. Tabbetha Dobbins is a fairly busy woman, but her research and teaching success has not gone unnoticed. This joint physics faculty member at Louisiana Tech and Grambling State has brought these two universities together to celebrate her most recent achievement - a coveted National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) award. Judith Roberts Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:39:25 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04172009-impactstudy.shtml Louisiana Tech released the results from its economic and community impact survey, conducted by an independent source, and determined that the rate of return for every state dollar spent at the university is $7.73 state-wide. Judith Roberts Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:36:17 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04172009officeatTech.shtml The national office of Xi Sigma Pi, the forestry honor society, moved to Louisiana Tech. The Alpha Phi Chapter is the parent chapter for 2009 and 2010. Judith Roberts Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:30:34 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04172009-XiSigmaPi.shtml Eleven Louisiana Tech students and two new faculty members were initiated into Xi Sigma Pi, the forestry honor society, earlier this month. Judith Roberts Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:24:15 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04172009-EntergyandTech.shtml With the help of Entergy Nuclear, Inc., Louisiana Tech engineering and science students will have a better grasp of how nuclear power will help meet the energy demands of the future. Catherine Fraser Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:55:01 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04162009-MarchofDimes.shtml They assisted with the St. Jude Radiothon and a mock disaster drill and training, but nursing students at Louisiana Tech are still going strong. Judith Roberts Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:33:15 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04162009-Burnett.shtml Dr. Virginia Garrard Burnett, an associate professor of history and religious studies at the University of Texas at Austin, will speak on "Religion in Latin America" Tuesday, April 21 as part of Louisiana Tech's Shaping the 21st Century: Focus on Latin America series. Judith Roberts Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:40:13 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04152009-publishedarticle.shtml A Louisiana Tech biomedical engineering professor and a doctoral student have co-authored an article that has been selected for publication in the Virtual Journal of Nanoscale Science and Technology. Judith Roberts Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:59:58 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04142009-MusicLatinAmerica.shtml Music is the answer for the latter part of this week's events for Louisiana Tech's Shaping the 21st Century: Focus on Latin America series. Judith Roberts Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:28:32 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04142009-NSSE.shtml Freshman and senior students will have the opportunity to express their opinions on various aspects of their educational experience at Louisiana Tech through an online survey being conducted by the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). Dave Guerin Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:57:45 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/Movingintoviewphotoexhibit.shtml Louisiana Tech School of Art invites the public to attend the free opening reception for Moving Into View: The 2009 Louisiana Tech University BFA Photography Exhibition, which will be held from 6-8 p.m., Friday, May 1, at the Enterprise Center at 509 W. Alabama Ave. in Ruston. Dr. Elizabeth Christian Tue, 7 Apr 2009 12:19:25 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/forestryawardsconclave.shtml Two Louisiana Tech forestry students won awards at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock wildlife conclave March 26-29. Dr. Elizabeth Christian Tue, 7 Apr 2009 09:05:17 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04072009-disastertraining.shtml Upper level nursing students at Louisiana Tech will participate in a mock disaster training drill in front of Lomax Hall at South Campus on Thursday and Friday, April 8-9. Judith Roberts Tue, 7 Apr 2009 08:36:13 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04072009-businessworkshop.shtml Area innovators will have the opportunity to receive information and tools that can help establish the value of a new product or service idea at a workshop next week at Louisiana Tech's campus. Judith Roberts Tue, 7 Apr 2009 08:32:38 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04032009-Simoneaux%20jam.shtml The tenth annual John Simoneaux Memorial Jam rocked Ruston in March, with area musicians helping bring in nearly $16,000 in scholarship funds. T. Scott Boatright Fri, 3 Apr 2009 10:21:59 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04032009-incomingartscholarships.shtml The School of Art at Louisiana Tech is very pleased to announce the awarding of six 2009 art tuition scholarships for incoming students. Scott Boatright Fri, 3 Apr 2009 10:13:55 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04032009-onthelighterside.shtml Faculty members and students from Louisiana Tech's department of music will present a concert to raise funds for music scholarships on Saturday, May 9. Judith Roberts Fri, 3 Apr 2009 10:09:08 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04032009-LAFilm2.shtml A brownbag lunch video and discussion is the next event scheduled in Louisiana Tech's Shaping the 21st Century: Focus on Latin America series. Judith Roberts Fri, 3 Apr 2009 10:07:00 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04032009-NASAgrant.shtml Louisiana Tech's nationally-recognized College of Engineering and Science is going back to high school. During the spring and summer, several faculty members will work to tailor the university's new freshman "Living with the Lab" curriculum to high school students. Within the next two years, the program will be in place and affecting students at 15 north Louisiana high schools. Teddy Allen Fri, 3 Apr 2009 08:00:59 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/04022009-tspoon.shtml Louisiana Tech Athletic Director Derek Dooley made it official Thursday when he named Teresa Weatherspoon the head coach of the Lady Techster basketball program during a press conference at the Charles Wyly Athletic Center. Malcolm Butler Thu, 2 Apr 2009 13:32:20 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03302009-MrsJindal.shtml Mrs. Supriya Jindal, wife of Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, is scheduled to visit Louisiana Tech University on Wednesday, April 1 as part of her state-wide campaign to promote science and math education in Louisiana's primary and secondary schools. Dave Guerin Mon, 30 Mar 2009 16:20:53 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03272009-mentoringgrant.shtml Louisiana Tech has received a $30,000 grant from the University of Louisiana System (ULS) Board of Supervisors for "The Solution, Act II: A Mentoring Program", which will utilize 50 of Tech's Student Government Association students for the mentoring of 50 eighth grade students from four Lincoln Parish high schools. Dave Guerin Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:06:50 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03262009-Painter.shtml The Louisiana Optical Network Initiative (LONI) gained another 4.77 teraflops of computing power recently with the activation of the "Painter" supercomputer housed in the Data Replication Center at Louisiana Tech University. Dave Guerin Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:44:53 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03262009-Panamaexhibit.shtml The next event in Louisiana Tech's Shaping the 21st Century: Focus on Latin America series may start Wednesday, April 1, but those wishing to participate have until May 12 to see the colors. Judith Roberts Thu, 26 Mar 2009 12:47:46 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/IDEAplaceminigrant.shtml The IDEA Place at Louisiana Tech and SciPort will be teaming up to offer science and technology training and resources to area educators thanks to a government grant program. Dr. Elizabeth Christian Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:48:25 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03252009-Denmark.shtml Even the most avid of Louisiana Tech theatergoers should experience something new when "Living Dead in Denmark" is staged April 7-10 in the Stone Theatre on the campus of Louisiana Tech. Curtain is 7:30 each night. Teddy Allen Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:16:59 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03252009-PPGIndustries.shtml PPG Industries is the latest corporation to become an Industrial Partner with Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science or COES. The COES Industrial Partners Program is an annual membership program that promotes and supports industry and academic cooperation in engineering and science programs. Catherine Fraser Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:44:47 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03252009-Deese.shtml Dr. William C. Deese, the T.W. Ray Johnson Professor of Chemistry at Louisiana Tech University, will be a featured speaker at the National Meeting of the National Science Teachers Association March 20th in New Orleans. Other featured speakers include Bill Nye, the popular television host who has been dubbed 'The Science Guy' and astrophysicist Neil deGrase Tyson, host of the Public Television series, NOVA scienceNow . Catherine Fraser Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:41:18 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03252009-observatory.shtml Wallace Herbert was considered something of a "nutty professor" during his early days on the faculty at Louisiana Tech. He'd fallen in love with astronomy as an undergrad at Ouachita College, and he taught the lone astronomy course on the Tech campus in the 1950s, a course students ignored. Teddy Allen Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:33:57 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03252009foodfest.shtml As part of Louisiana Tech's Shaping the 21st Century: Focus on Latin America series, an International Days Food and Cultural Festival will be held Tuesday, March 31. Judith Roberts Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:29:29 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03232009-firstLAfilm.shtml The first film installment for Louisiana Tech's Shaping the 21st Century: Focus on Latin America will take place Wednesday, March 25. Judith Roberts Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:55:37 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03232009-AllAmericanBoysChoir.shtml The Louisiana Tech Concert Association will host the last musical event of its 2008-2009 season on Thursday, April 2 with a production from the All-American Boys Chorus. Judith Roberts Mon, 23 Mar 2009 09:15:42 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03212009rallyresults.shtml Winners in the 2009 North Louisiana District Rally qualifying for the State Rally in Baton Rouge or who won first through fifth place in a subject for which there is only district testing have been announced following competition at Louisiana Tech on Saturday, March 21. Reggie Owens Sat, 21 Mar 2009 18:14:22 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03202009-SNADay.shtml Louisiana Tech's Student Nurse Association held a Career Day recently and four scholarships were awarded to nursing students at the university. Judith Roberts Fri, 20 Mar 2009 12:54:53 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03202009-photographyrecognition.shtml It's been a picture perfect start of the year for Louisiana Tech's photography program. T. Scott Boatright Fri, 20 Mar 2009 10:07:04 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/031909Nicaragua.shtml -- A Louisiana Tech geography professor helped coordinated the recent meeting of the Conference of Latin Americanist Geographers in Granada, Nicaragua. Reginald Owens Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:45:02 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/031909musicrally.shtml Results of the North Louisiana High School Music Rally at Louisiana Tech on Friday March 13, have been announced by Laura Thompson, an assistant professor of music. The results, grouped by locality, are listed below. Unless otherwise stated, single listed names are for solo performance. Reginald Owens Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:28:17 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03192009-COES.shtml A Louisiana Tech professor of civil engineering took part in a workshop conducted recently by the National Research Council to determine how the U.S. Capitol Power Plant can best meet the future strategic and energy needs of the U.S. Capitol Complex. Reginald Owens Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:42:54 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03182009-LatinAmerica.shtml Tomorrow will kick off Louisiana Tech's spring Shaping the 21st Century: Focus on Latin America series, which will span from March 19 to May 12. Judith Roberts Wed, 18 Mar 2009 17:00:23 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03182009-nursing%20day.shtml Twelve high school students from northeastern Louisiana gathered to talk about Louisiana Tech's nursing curriculum at the North Louisiana Area Health Education Center Day held March 18. Staci Parks Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:36:39 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03172009-WNIT.shtml Louisiana Tech's incredible late season run wasn't for naught as the Lady Techsters earned a bid to the 2009 Women's National Invitation Tournament and will host Conference USA foe SMU Thursday, 7 p.m. (CST) at the Thomas Assembly Center. Dave Guerin Tue, 17 Mar 2009 11:14:44 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03172009-hsrallypreview.shtml The 2009 North Louisiana District High School Rally will be held at Louisiana Tech on Saturday, March 21. Judith Roberts Tue, 17 Mar 2009 11:10:54 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03172009-AHECday.shtml Louisiana Tech will host Area Health Education Center Day Wednesday, March 18, and those organizing the event are expecting about two dozen high school students to attend and glean knowledge about health and science careers. Judith Roberts Tue, 17 Mar 2009 08:58:58 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03132009-Kardatzkeletters.shtml Lorna Kardatzke is the woman with a plan - a plan to keep Louisiana Tech's students, faculty and staff yearning for more. Judith Roberts Fri, 13 Mar 2009 09:39:09 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03132009-StJudestudents.shtml Students in Louisiana Tech's nursing program participated in the annual St. Jude Radiothon last month, which was broadcast live from Super One Foods in Ruston. Scott Boatright Fri, 13 Mar 2009 09:18:02 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03102009-Robbinsplay.shtml The name of Kenneth Robbins, director of Louisiana Tech's School of Performing Arts, will be noted in New York City this weekend as a reading of his play, "Atomic Field," will take place during the New York Peace Film Festival. Judith Roberts Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:47:03 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/nursingstudentswinter2009.shtml Twenty-five Louisiana Tech nursing graduates were honored during the winter pinning ceremony on Feb. 27. Beth Christian Tue, 10 Mar 2009 10:51:40 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03102009-Honorslist.shtml Louisiana Tech has announced the names of students on its winter quarter President's and Dean's honor lists. Judith Roberts Tue, 10 Mar 2009 10:09:19 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/ChristianEastarticle.shtml Dr. Elizabeth Barfoot Christian, assistant professor of journalism, has an article in the most recent edition of the international scholarly journal, The International Journal of Regional and Local Studies. Judith Roberts Mon, 9 Mar 2009 09:20:52 -0500 http://www.latech.edu/news/03072009-graduation.shtml It was the end of a long journey for each of the 335 Louisiana Tech graduates on Saturday, March 7, but Johnnie Simon, of Choudrant, said she does not plan for her this winter graduation to shut the book of her educational journey. Judith Roberts Sat, 7 Mar 2009 16:13:27 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03062009-artreception.shtml A reception and performance Tuesday, March 17 at 5 p.m. will open two photography exhibitions at Louisiana Tech School of Art galleries. Reggie Owens Fri, 6 Mar 2009 14:54:21 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03062009-IDEA15.shtml Louisiana Tech's IDEA Place Math and Science Discovery Center will observe its 15th anniversary Thursday, March 12. Judith Roberts Fri, 6 Mar 2009 12:33:09 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03062009-Ewazen.shtml Louisiana Tech's assistant professor of music, Dr. Randall Sorensen, will present a concert featuring the music of American composer Eric Ewazen at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 17 in Howard Auditorium. Judith Roberts Fri, 6 Mar 2009 10:01:28 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03062009-BigEvent.shtml Nearly 1,500 Louisiana Tech students, faculty and staff will join together Saturday, April 4 to participate in the seventh annual Big Event. Judith Roberts Fri, 6 Mar 2009 09:57:42 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03052009-wintergrads.shtml Louisiana Tech's winter quarter commencement exercises will be held March 7, with diplomas being awarded to 335 graduates. Commencement marks the close of winter quarter activities at the university, with spring quarter classes scheduled to begin March 11. Reginald Owens Thu, 5 Mar 2009 15:22:00 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03052009-artprofs.shtml Three Louisiana Tech art professors have received recognition recently for their outstanding exhibits. Elizabeth Christian Thu, 5 Mar 2009 14:47:40 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03042009-Etheridgeprize.shtml Louisiana Tech associate professor of history Dr. Brian C. Etheridge has been selected as the 2009 recipient of the Stuart L. Bernath Research Article Prize. Judith Roberts Wed, 4 Mar 2009 13:48:38 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03042009SpecialOlympics.shtml Louisiana Tech's chapter of Circle K is searching for volunteers to help with the North Central Special Olympics on Friday, March 20. Judith Roberts Wed, 4 Mar 2009 13:23:09 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03022009-PAreaffirmation.shtml Louisiana Tech University has achieved reaffirmation of accreditation of its Bachelor of Science degree programs in Aviation Management and Professional Aviation. This reaffirmation comes by recent action of the Board of Trustees of AABI - the Aviation Accreditation Board International. Dave Guerin Mon, 2 Mar 2009 16:56:54 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03022009-TOPDAWG.shtml A total of $11,000 in cash and prizes was last week during the final round of the TOP DAWG Business Plan Competition at Louisiana Tech University. Brian Miller Mon, 2 Mar 2009 13:15:22 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03022009EDG.shtml EDG Incorporated has teamed with Louisiana Tech to sponsor the university's College of Engineering and Science Today's Engineering and Science Leaders Speakers' Series. T. Scott Boatright Mon, 2 Mar 2009 09:20:08 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03022009COESconvocation.shtml Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science has announced its 2009 Convocation on the Grand Challenges of Engineering, which will begin at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19 in Howard Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts. Judith Roberts Mon, 2 Mar 2009 09:16:56 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03022009SEJCawards.shtml Four journalism students walked away from the Southeastern Journalism Conference in Nashville carrying awards to add to their resumes. Judith Roberts Mon, 2 Mar 2009 09:12:57 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03022009clausengraduation.shtml Sally Clausen, the commissioner of higher education for the state Board of Regents, will serve as Louisiana Tech's commencement speaker for the winter quarter graduation ceremonies. Judith Roberts Mon, 2 Mar 2009 09:09:03 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/03022009-trackWAC.shtml The Lady Techsters scored 107 points on their second day of competition and completed a miracle come-back to win the 2009 WAC Indoor Track and Field Championships at Jackson Track in Nampa, Idaho, making it back-to-back championships and their fourth title in five years. Malcolm Butler Mon, 2 Mar 2009 08:51:18 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02252009-pumphrey.shtml Dr. Norm Pumphrey, director of Louisiana Tech's Bulldog Achievement Resource Center (BARC) and associate professor of civil engineering, will discuss student success strategies as a featured presenter for a web conference sponsored by Noel-Levitz on Tuesday, March 3 at 1:00 p.m. Dave Guerin Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:21:46 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02252009-businessoutlooksummit.shtml James Glassman, the managing director and senior economist for JP Morgan Chase & Co., will be the keynote speaker at the 2009 Business Outlook Summit presented by Community Trust Bank. Brian Miller Wed, 25 Feb 2009 14:03:08 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02182009-DARTcharitygame.shtml The 2008 WAC Champion Louisiana Tech Lady Techsters softball team will host a charity game on April 11 to benefit the Domestic Abuse Resistance Team (DART) of North Louisiana. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 18 Feb 2009 11:26:22 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02162009-Dickens.shtml Dr. Donald Kaczvinsky, director of the School of Literature and Language, said the letters are owned by Lorna Kardatzke, whose father, Frellsen Smith, taught at Tech from 1938 to1972. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:29:55 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02112009-Nelson.shtml Nelson will talk about his research on the Morris case at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19 at the Lincoln Parish Library. He also will talk about other unsolved Civil Rights-era homicides he has investigated in the Concordia Parish delta region. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:23:04 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02112009-TOPDAWG.shtml The annual TOP DAWG Business Plan Competition is scheduled for February 17 at the Louisiana Tech University Student Center. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:19:04 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02112009-gould.shtml Internationally renowned sports psychologist Dr. Dan Gould will speak at Louisiana Tech on Thursday, February 26 at 2:00 p.m. in room 113 of the Professional Aviation Building. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 11 Feb 2009 14:03:40 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02092009-ecocar.shtml A handful of Louisiana Tech University students are mechanically and passionately pushing themselves to the limit -- and trying to do the same to their homemade cars. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Mon, 9 Feb 2009 14:48:22 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02062009-studentartexhibition.shtml The 2009 Student Art Exhibition will be held Tuesday, Feb. 17 at the Louisiana Tech School of Art. This year's exhibition will be juried by visiting artist and Tech alumnus David Taylor, whose work is exhibited nationally. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 6 Feb 2009 15:19:24 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02042009-EnterpriseCenter.shtml A public forum on creating "green" business opportunities, reducing energy consumption and developing alternative energy sources will be held from 6-8 p.m. at the Louisiana Tech Enterprise Center Tuesday, Feb. 10. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 4 Feb 2009 13:46:39 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02042009-Hurtig.shtml Dr. Dolliann Hurtig has received statewide and national attention from the Louisiana Foreign Language Teacher's Association and the American Association of Teachers of French. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 4 Feb 2009 13:43:41 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02042009-studentleaders.shtml Louisiana Tech's 2009 orientation student leaders have been named. After a process that included 48 students vying for the position of OSL, only 16 made the cut. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 4 Feb 2009 11:02:36 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02032009-nursinggroup.shtml Seven members of the Louisiana Tech nursing faculty were recently installed as officers in the Ruston District Nurses Association, a local affiliate of the American Nurses Association. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Tue, 3 Feb 2009 13:55:38 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02032009-racingform.shtml As part of Louisiana Tech's ongoing efforts to conserve campus resources, the Office of the Registrar has announced that it will discontinue printing of the quarterly Racing Form, effective immediately. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Tue, 3 Feb 2009 12:49:31 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/02022009-Lincolnbirthday.shtml Louisiana Tech's IDEA Place will host a SCI-FRI Bicentennial Birthday Bash on Feb. 13 in honor of President Abraham Lincoln, who was born 200 years ago this February. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Mon, 2 Feb 2009 11:21:27 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01302009-concertchoir.shtml Louisiana Tech's Concert Choir and Chamber Singers will present the fourth annual choir fundraiser concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, in the Ruston Civic Center. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 13:12:30 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01302009-marcuson.shtml Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science will host a presentation by National Academy of Engineering member Dr. William F. Marcuson III on Thursday, February 12 at 4:00 p.m. in the auditorium at the Institute for Micromanufacturing (IfM). Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 10:21:08 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01292009-Bukowski.shtml Louisiana Tech assistant professor of art Marie Bukowski will be one of the featured artists in the group art exhibition "Theory of Fragments" to be presented from Feb. 9 to March 5 with a closing reception for the artists on March 4 from 5 - 7 p.m. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:24:27 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01282009-newwebsite.shtml As part of our ongoing commitment to serve the informational needs of our campus community and visitors, Louisiana Tech's new website provides users with several improved visual and functional features. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:03:43 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01262009-privatelives.shtml Starting Wednesday, Jan. 28, tickets for the winter quarter production of "Private Lives," a Noel Coward play to be performed at Louisiana Tech, will go on sale. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:13:03 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01272009-wildlife.shtml The Fifth Ark-La-Miss Wildlife Management Symposium focusing on feral hog populations will be held, Saturday, Feb. 14 at the Louisiana Tech Student Center. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:44:37 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01212009-allconference.shtml The Western Athletic Conference announced its all-academic teams for fall sports Tuesday and 20 Louisiana Tech student-athletes were recognized for their work in the classroom by the conference. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:15:36 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01232009-autism.shtml Louisiana Tech's Center for Children and Families in the School of Human Ecology is sponsoring a panel event to discuss autism during the next session of the 21st Bruce Everist Series. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:10:57 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01162009-musicdept.shtml Louisiana Tech Department of Music will host 2009 College Visitation Day Tuesday, Jan. 27. Events will be held from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:07:05 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01162009-educatorofyear.shtml Louisiana Tech nursing professor Norlyn Hyde was recently named Educator of the Year at the annual National Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (N-OADN) convention in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:04:34 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01152009-photography.shtml Flashes of artistic excellence are being recognized both regionally and nationally in pictures taken by Louisiana Tech School of Art photography students and professors. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:51:17 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01162009-couseling.shtml Louisiana Tech's Counseling Services have been re-accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services (IACS), making it one of six university accredited counseling services in the state. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:01:30 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01142009-Stoneback.shtml On Tuesday, Jan. 20, Louisiana Tech's Department of English will sponsor a poetry reading by H.R. Stoneback from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Adams Hall parlor. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 14 Jan 2009 08:28:08 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01152009-ISOdinner.shtml Cultures from around the world will come together in one room at Louisiana Tech on Saturday, Jan. 31 as the ninth annual International Scholarship Dinner is held. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:36:31 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01132009-CfBcamp.shtml Louisiana Tech will partner with the Louisiana Center for the Blind to host a science weekend camp for more than a dozen students. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 14 Jan 2009 08:25:41 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01132009-LTCA.shtml The Hot Club of San Francisco, an ensemble of musicians celebrating the music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli's Hot Club de France, will make a stop at Louisiana Tech on Jan. 27. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:33:29 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01132009-Polkconcert.shtml Dr. Kristin Polk, assistant professor of music at Louisiana Tech, will present the second concert of this year's Faculty Concert Series on Thursday, Jan. 22 in Howard Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 14 Jan 2009 08:22:57 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01122009-historyprofessor.shtml A Louisiana Tech history professor recently presented results of his research on religious dissidents in 16th century England at a meeting of the Sixteenth Century Society and Conference in St. Louis, Mo. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:31:25 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01122009-MLKDay.shtml The 7th Annual Martin Luther King Day Noon Ecumenical Observance will be held Monday, Jan. 19, at noon in the Ruston Civic Center. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:28:51 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01122009-nursing.shtml Twenty-three students from Bossier Parish toured Louisiana Tech's nursing department after Tech nursing students presented service learning projects on STD prevention at their school. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:18:33 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01092009-NIST.shtml An innovative underground scanning technology developed by Louisiana Tech researchers is the cornerstone of a technology development and commercialization project that has secured one of only nine Technology Innovation Program (TIP) grants awarded nationally by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:13:51 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01072009-top10.shtml Discover, one of the world's premier science and technology news magazines, released its list of the Top 100 Stories for 2008 and features two projects involving physicists from Louisiana Tech University in its Top 10. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 7 Jan 2009 09:06:37 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01072009-artexhibits.shtml Louisiana Tech's School of Art will open two new exhibits by nationally-recognized artists Monday, Jan. 12. The Main Gallery will feature paintings and large scale charcoal drawings by Brian Bishop. In a concurrent exhibit, the Bellocq Gallery will exhibit Baton Rouge-based sculptor Loren Schwerd's mixed media installation, "Mourning Portrait." Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 7 Jan 2009 15:11:22 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01022009-yearend2008.shtml An enrollment increase, faculty recognition and the launch of Global_Campus headlined the Top 12 stories at Louisiana Tech during 2008, as compiled by the university's News Bureau. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 2 Jan 2009 12:14:15 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12292008-IBowlchamps.shtml It's no surprise that Louisiana Tech turned to its defense and special teams against Northern Illinois Sunday night at the 33rd Independence Bowl at Independence Stadium. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 2 Jan 2009 12:06:48 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12192008-dayofdawgs.shtml Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal has declared Dec. 19 as Louisiana Tech Football Day. The proclamation was made by Rep. Henry Burns (R- Haughton) and Sen. Bob Kostelka (R-Monroe) in the Jarrell Room of the Charles Wyly Athletic Center. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 2 Jan 2009 11:26:29 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12262008-IBowltix.shtml Thanks to the dedication of its fan base and the excitement surrounding the Bulldogs first bowl appearance since 2001, Louisiana Tech has sold over 11,000 Independence Bowl tickets through its ticket office. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 2 Jan 2009 12:01:59 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/01022009-COESgrant.shtml Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science has received a $5,000 educational grant from the GenCorp Foundation and Aerojet located in Camden, Ark. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 2 Jan 2009 11:16:35 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12182008-internationalresearch.shtml Louisiana Tech and the Italian National Nanotechnology Laboratory's joint project, "Nano-carriers for Cancer Therapy" has been selected among the 20 most important scientific projects for Italy-USA Collaboration by the Progetto Bilaterale Italia-USA. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 2 Jan 2009 11:20:09 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/121708-misstech.shtml Lauren Abshier, a junior political science major from Monroe, was crowned as the 2009 Miss Tech during the annual pageant held at Louisiana Tech on Tuesday, Dec. 16. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:15:25 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/121708-lego.shtml The Thunder Dawgs and the Lightning Pups, two teams of 9-14-year-olds from A.E. Phillips Lab School, took home honors in the Louisiana First LEGO League statewide robotics competition Dec. 6 in New Orleans. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Fri, 2 Jan 2009 11:13:17 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/121608-idea.shtml Louisiana Tech's mascot will make an appearance at the Idea Place's last Sci-Fri of 2008 this Friday, Dec. 19. Children can have an opportunity to meet Tech XX from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:00:59 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12102008-freezing.shtml The National Weather Service is forecasting overnight temperatures at or below freezing and the possibility of freezing rain and/or snow. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:50:49 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12112008-stone.shtml Louisiana Tech's Stone Theatre has announced its semi-annual fund-raising event. This year the event will include the production of "Living Dead in Denmark," by Qui Nguyen. Mark Guinn, a professor of theatre, will direct. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:52:50 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12052008-humphries.shtml Louisiana Tech's coordinator of early childhood and child development programs has been elected president-elect of the Southern Early Childhood Association. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:46:27 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12082008-music.shtml Holiday sounds will resound in Howard Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts, when the Low Brass Ensemble and the University Chamber Orchestra present a musical concert. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:48:26 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12052008-50anniversary.shtml Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science Foundation recently celebrated its 50th anniversary at a luncheon where a plaque honoring the incorporators was unveiled. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:42:17 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12052008-multiaffairs.shtml Louisiana Tech's Office of Multicultural Affairs will be "Celebrating the Season" with its 16th annual Christmas Fest on Tuesday, Dec. 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Student Center. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:39:44 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12052008-humecology.shtml The Center for Children and Families in Louisiana Tech's School of Human Ecology is doing its part to make sure everyone can read. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:31:35 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12052008-nursingsoftware.shtml In this mock scenario, the nurses have more than just a suffering patient to worry about. The patient's granddaughter is about to give her some water, which will cause her to asphyxiate, causing even more complications with this case. However, the nurses do not know that yet. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:28:16 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12042008-summer.shtml Even with the cold temperatures and the holiday season upon us, it's not too early to start thinking about how you're going to spend your summer. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:12:38 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12052008-nursing.shtml Nine Louisiana Tech nursing graduates were honored during the fall pinning ceremony in November. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:16:03 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12032008-nativeamerican.shtml Third-year interior design students at Louisiana Tech will present an exhibition on Native American architecture, art, pottery and culture. The exhibit, "Invisible Link: A Connection through Existence," will focus on the Chaco and Acoma people of the Southwestern United States. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:07:16 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12022008-auditions.shtml Louisiana Tech's Stone Theatre will host open auditions for the winter production of "Private Lives" at 5:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 8-9, in the Stone Theatre. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:55:00 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12022008-forestryprofessor.shtml A research professor in Louisiana Tech's School of Forestry has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the Faculty Senate of the University of Western Hungary in Sopron, Hungary. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:04:28 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12012008-brass-quintet.shtml A celebration of the American spirit through the performing arts will continue at Louisiana Tech on Thursday, Dec. 11, when the American Brass Quintet takes the stage. The quintet follows the American String Quartet, which performed in October as the first of this year's Louisiana Tech Concert Association presentations. Tom Soto <tsoto@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:00:54 -0600 http://www.latech.edu/news/12012008-poinsettia.shtml Louisiana Tech's annual poinsettia sale will brighten up the holiday season as about 30 of this year's premium poinsettias, Christmas cacti and chrysanthemums will be auctioned off. Dave Guerin <dguerin@latech.edu> Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:41:38 -0600