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Sigma Xi hosts distinguished lecturer Monday
Louisiana Tech’s Chapter of the Sigma Xi Research Honor Society will host Dr. David Pfennig, evolutionary biologist at the University of North Carolina, as its 2021-22 Distinguished Lecturer at 3:30 p.m. Monday, May 9, in University Hall 134.

Spring Fling scheduled for Saturday at Louisiana Tech
Louisiana Tech University’s annual Spring Fling provides the perfect opportunity for members of the campus community to relax and have fun with family and friends.
Peers elect 2022-23 COES Graduate Student Council
Louisiana Tech University College of Engineering and Science (COES) graduate students elected their Graduate Student Council for the 2022-23 academic year.

School of Design professor to host skatepark fundraising event
Joey Slaughter, an associate professor in Louisiana Tech University’s School of Design, has curated a fundraising event for the Skatepark of Ruston. The vision of the skatepark is to create a safe, creative, art-centered park that improves our community and empowers youth.

College of Engineering and Science announces 2022 Distinguished Alumni
The Louisiana Tech University College of Engineering and Science (COES) is pleased to announce its 2022 Distinguished Alumni.

University Foundation honors Bustamante with Professorship Award
At its annual Benefactors Dinner, the Louisiana Tech University Foundation recognized School of Design Professor Nick Bustamante for excellence in teaching, research, and service to the campus community with the University Foundation Professorship Award.

Students design new tow bar for AFGSC as senior design project
Louisiana Tech University Mechanical Engineering students recently showcased the results of a redesign of the B-52 tow bar via their senior design project for Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC).

School of Music professors’ work showcased
Professors at Louisiana Tech School of Music have recently been soaring to new heights in their musical endeavors.
Biology student’s research places third at national meeting
Annabeth Rawls, a senior in Biology from Monroe, placed third at the recent Benthic Ecology Meeting. The national meeting is used as a way for students and professionals to exchange scientific information focusing on marine ecosystems that inhabit the lowest level of a body of water and to foster the next generation of benthic biologists.
TOP DOG New Venture Championship winners for 2022 announced
A total of $12,000 in cash and prizes was awarded during the TOP DOG New Venture Championship at Louisiana Tech University. Awards were given to the top three finishers as well as for entrepreneurial spirit.