University of Louisiana System

09/04/2026

Student success is about more than getting students through the door. It is about making sure they know they belong, have people in their corner, and can find the support they need along the way.

Grambling State University’s Student Success Center reflects that commitment by making it easier for students to navigate the university, connect with the right resources, and get the support they need to keep moving toward their goals.

Across the University of Louisiana System, we are proud to see our universities continuing to invest in the people, spaces, and experiences that help students thrive.

09/02/2026

September is Student Parent Month. 💛

Across our universities, parenting students are earning degrees while raising families, building careers, and serving their communities.

They belong here. And higher education should be designed to help them succeed.

Inside Higher Ed highlights how StudyNPlay and our universities are thinking differently about meeting the needs of parenting students where they are.

Read the story: https://bit.ly/4xvbijn

The University of Louisiana System is expanding support for student parents by addressing an overlooked barrier to success: finding time to study.

08/24/2026

Welcome back, Ragin’ Cajuns! The fall semester begins today at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

Our students come to college with different goals and different paths, but they share something important: the opportunity to learn, grow and prepare for what comes next.
We’re cheering you on, Cajuns! ❤️🤍

08/24/2026

Cowboys, you’re back! A new academic year begins today at McNeese State University.
College opens doors: to new ideas, new relationships, new careers and sometimes possibilities students haven’t even imagined yet. Creating those opportunities is central to our mission.

Have a great first day, Cowboys! 💙💛

08/19/2026

Welcome back, Lions! Classes begin today at Southeastern Louisiana University.
A successful college experience is built one semester, one class and one connection at a time. Across the University of Louisiana System, helping students keep moving forward is at the heart of what we do. 💚💛

08/17/2026

The Warhawks are back! Today marks the beginning of another academic year at the University of Louisiana Monroe.
Behind every student is a goal, and our universities are here to help students turn those goals into degrees, careers and opportunities that can change their lives. ❤️💛

08/17/2026

It’s a great day to be a Demon! Northwestern State University welcomes students back today for a new academic year. From the first day of class to the walk across the graduation stage, every connection, experience and opportunity along the way matters.

Here’s to a year of learning, growing and making it count. Welcome back, Demons! 💜🧡

08/17/2026

Welcome back, Colonels! ❤️🩶 Classes begin today at Nicholls State University, and a new year of possibilities begins with them. Across our universities, student success starts with creating an environment where students can learn, connect and find the support they need to keep moving toward their goals.
Have a great first day, Colonels!

08/13/2026

Grambling State University kicks off the 2026–27 academic year today! College is about more than what happens in the classroom. It’s finding your people, discovering your strengths, and building a future you can see yourself in.

Welcome back, Tigers. We can’t wait to see where this year takes you! 🖤💛

04/28/2026

Still thinking about the incredible talent, research, and creativity on display at this year’s Academic Summit.

Students from across the University of Louisiana System came together at Southeastern Louisiana University to share work that reflects real depth - thoughtful research, meaningful service, and creative expression that brings ideas to life.

A special thank you to our sponsors - Nelnet Campus Commerce, Accenture, Workday, Lightcast, Ellucian, and LAMP - who not only helped make the event possible, but showed up to support our students and their faculty.

We value partnerships with organizations and industry leaders who see the importance of this work and invest in opportunities for students to learn, contribute, and lead.