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McNeese State University students, Thaddeus Richard, a psychology senior from Eunice, and Rachel Zachary, a political science senior from Sulphur, have been selected as Mr. and Miss McNeese on the 2018 Spring Court. Richard is the son of Thaddeus and Tricia Richard. He is treasurer of the Student Government Association, a Blue and Gold Peerleader…
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The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics announced that accreditation for McNeese State University’s Didactic Program in Dietetics and its Dietetic Internship has been extended through June 2019. Both programs are offered through the Harold and Pearl Dripps School of Agricultural Sciences. ACEND is the accrediting agency for the Academy of Nutrition and…
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Tax season is underway and 24 McNeese State University finance and accounting students are working as interns or volunteers for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program through the United Way of Southwest Louisiana, offering free tax preparation assistance to qualifying students, faculty and members of the community. Individuals with an income of less than…
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Dr. Mitchell Adrian has been selected to serve as provost and vice president for academic affairs and enrollment management at McNeese State University. Adrian has been serving in the interim role since August 2017. His appointment is pending approval by the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors. In 2007, Adrian joined McNeese as dean…
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College can be one of the best times of a student’s life, but it is also one of immense stress. Between classes, homework, part-time jobs and other commitments, students are encouraged to be involved with campus organizations—a time to relax and connect with their peers. However, keeping up with so many groups and events can…
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The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) announced that McNeese State University’s Radiologic Sciences Program has been reaccredited for an additional eight years, which is the maximum length of accreditation that can be awarded, following a comprehensive review of the baccalaureate degree program offered through the College of Nursing and Health Professions.…
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The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) announced that accreditation for McNeese State University is reaffirmed for an additional 10 years following a comprehensive review of McNeese’s academic and administrative programs. “Reaffirmation of accreditation is very important because it signifies that McNeese programs meet high standards as the result of a…
Read MoreThe McNeese State University rodeo team has completed two rodeo competitions this spring. The women’s rodeo team placed second and the men’s team placed fourth at the Trinity Valley Community College rodeo competition in Athens, Texas. In goat tying, Mia Manzanares, Opelousas, took first place. In breakaway roping, Carly Hibbs, Prineville, Oregon, finished fifth. In…
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The McNeese State University College of Engineering and Computer Science has received a donation of $185,000 from Westlake Chemical to establish a study center for its students. “Westlake Chemical has had a long standing commitment to McNeese State University and the donation to the study center for the College of Engineering and Computer Science continues…
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McNeese State University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science is celebrating National Engineers Week with several events and activities Feb. 26-March 1. Founded in 1951 by the National Society of Professional Engineers, National Engineers Week celebrates the contributions of engineers and brings engineering to life for students, educators and parents, according to the college’s dean…
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