Month: October 2019

McNeese history junior Grant Leonards reviews artifacts brought in by members of the Lake Charles community for inclusion in the 1911 Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center’s special exhibit, “The Pelican State Goes to War: Louisiana in World War II.”

Learning From History to Serve the Future

October 21, 2019

McNeese State University history junior Grant Leonards received hands-on experience in his field with an internship at the 1911 Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center’s special exhibit, “The Pelican…

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The Pride of McNeese play outside the C Baldwin Hotel

Pride of McNeese Plays for Grand Opening of Hotel

October 21, 2019

On the heels of an invitation to perform for the Queen of England during the 2018 London New Year’s Day Parade, the Pride of McNeese Marching Band was asked to…

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Dr. Byungkyun Chung

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Byungkyun Chung

October 21, 2019

Dr. Byungkyun Chung is a Professor of Agricultural Sciences. He received his bachelor’s degree in forestry science from Kon-Kuk University, his master’s degree in soil science from West Texas A&M…

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McNeese Homecoming Contest Winners

October 18, 2019

Several contests were held in conjunction with Homecoming activities on the McNeese State University campus this week.  The homecoming float competition winners are: University Division First place—Chi Omega Second place—Kappa…

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Stephanie Clark, third from left, assistant director for alumni affairs, receives the donation, from left, Johnathan Cernek, Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana councilman, Crystal Williams, councilwoman, David Sickey, chairman, Loretta Williams, secretary and treasurer, and Kevin Sickey, vice chairman.

McNeese Alumni Association Receives Coushatta Donation for 2019 Homecoming Events

October 18, 2019

Coushatta Casino Resort donated $5,000 to the McNeese State University Alumni Association to help sponsor 2019 Homecoming week activities.

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On hand for the donation are, from left, Kevin Holland, CEO, Brad Guillory, McNeese Alumni Association president, and Heather Hidalgo, director of marketing and communications.

CHRISTUS Ochsner Donates to McNeese

October 18, 2019

CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana has donated $5,000 to the McNeese State University Alumni Association to help co-sponsor 2019 Homecoming week activities Oct. 14-19.

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LSBDC to Host “Woman-Oriented: Starting and Financing Your Business Idea” Workshop

October 18, 2019

McNeese State University will hold a workshop titled “Woman-Oriented: Starting and Financing Your Business Idea” from 9-11 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at the SEED Center. The workshop is sponsored…

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An abstract image of a man and various objects create "State of Mind" by Jacob Dugas.

Two McNeese Professors Selected for Prestigious Art Exhibit

October 15, 2019

Two McNeese State University professors have been selected for the 2019 Irene Rosenzweig Biennial Juried Exhibition at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas in Pine Bluff. The stoneware…

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McNeese students and faculty stand with MQB partners during the Lunch and Learn.

Graduates Offer Career Tips for Business Students

October 15, 2019

Business majors were able to have their career questions answered by area professionals during a Lunch and Learn with partners from the local accounting firm McElroy, Quirk and Burch. Seven…

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Homecoming Brings Community Together

October 15, 2019

It’s going to be an out of this world experience as extraterrestrials take over the campus during the 2019 Homecoming week. “Area 337” is this year’s theme. The annual Homecoming…

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