Dr. Jan Robichaux Named Dean of McNeese’s Burton College of Education 

Dr. Jan Robichaux has been named dean of McNeese State University’s Burton College of Education, according to Dr. Michael Buckles, provost and vice president for academic affairs. The college includes the department of education professions and the H.C. Drew School of Kinesiology. 

Robichaux received her doctorate in education theory, policy and practice from Louisiana State University and her Master of Business Administration and bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. She joined the faculty at McNeese in 2011. 

With more than 20 years in higher education, Robichaux has taught undergraduate and graduate classes in online, face-to-face and hybrid formats. At McNeese she taught educational technology, distance learning, k-12 technology education, education leadership and teacher preparation. Additionally, she taught business, management, marketing, hospitality and human resource management courses at Louisiana State University Eunice and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. 

“I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve as dean of the Burton College of Education. It is an exciting time for both the H.C. Drew School of Kinesiology and the department of education professions, and I am eager to work alongside our faculty, staff, students and community partners as we continue to grow and innovate, building upon the strong foundation already in place,” Robichaux said. 

While at McNeese, Robichaux has extensive experience working with accreditation partners for the department of education professions, the Burton College of Education and McNeese. Additionally, she has experience in curriculum development, program review and assessment and collaborations with school boards and community stakeholders. She has secured more than $600,000 in grant funding for the Burton College of Education. 

“What makes our college special is that our students are preparing for careers dedicated to serving others. Whether in classrooms, athletic settings, healthcare environments or community organizations, they have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives every day,” Robichaux said. 

Robichaux believes that success is a team effort.  

“We do not succeed alone. Through strong partnerships, meaningful collaborations and a commitment to supporting one another, we can continue to strengthen our college and create opportunities for students to succeed. At the end of the day, that is what matters most,” she said.