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LSU New Orleans chancellor finalists make pitches for boosting enrollment, place in state system

The final four candidates vying to become the permanent chancellor of LSU New Orleans told faculty, staff and students this week that boosting enrollment is a must for the school’s future success. During campus visits Tuesday and Wednesday, some of the finalists offered plans for direct recruiting, while others...

New Orleans, LA · 1d
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Nicholls Worth

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Finding a place to call home: Open-mic event encourages students to share their stories

Nicholls State University students will have an opportunity to express themselves and share their personal stories during the “Relate to Home” open-mic event on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. The event invites attendees to explore what the word “home” means to them through different forms of expression,...

Thibodaux, LA · 2d
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Livingston Parish Students Against Destructive Decisions to host Amazing Shake on Wednesday

DENHAM SPRINGS — Livingston Parish Students Against Destructive Decisions announced a $625,000 federal grant through the White House's Drug-Free Communities Support Program last week. According to the organization, the grant will provide $125,000 each year through 2031 for a 5-year investment totaling $625,000. The program said the funding will...

Denham Springs, LA · 4d
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St. Augustine moves to No. 1 in HSFA Louisiana Top 10 – November 3, 2026

St. Augustine moves to the top of the latest High School Football America Louisiana Top 10 high school football rankings, powered by NFL Play Fotball. The Purple Knights move to No. 1 after their 52-14 blowout of former No. 1 Edna Karr, which saw its 35-game win streak come to an end.

New Orleans, LA · 3d
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High school football rankings: St. Augustine makes MaxPreps Top 25 debut after 52-14 win over Edna Karr

St. Augustine (New Orleans, La.) went from just outside the MaxPreps Top 25 high school football rankings to No. 19 after becoming the first team since 2023 to beat Edna Karr (New Orleans). The Purple Knights didn't just beat them, they dominated the back-to-back Division I Select state champions 52-14.

New Orleans, LA · 4d

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Covenant Christian dominates Houma Christian 51-0 in rivalry game

Covenant Christian Academy routed Houma Christian 51-0 on Friday thanks six passing touchdowns from quarterback Peyton Clement, four of which were to wide receiver Kylan Johnson. Clement completed 22-of-27 passes for 385 yards and six touchdowns. He completed 81.4% of his passes. The win increased the Lions record to 4-5...

Houma, LA · 4d

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CCS Top 10 rankings: St. Augustine makes statement as state’s top team to take top spot

It was a statement made. It was demonstrative at that. St. Augustine stated its case, not just as the top team in Class 5A, not just as the top team in Division I Select but as the top team in Louisiana in any class. The Purple Knights crushed two-time defending...

New Orleans, LA · 5d

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Southeastern picks interim leader as dean of research and innovation

HAMMOND — Southeastern Louisiana University named a new dean of research and innovation. The university selected Daniel McCarthy for the position after he served on an interim basis since July 2024. “Working collaboratively with faculty, academic leaders, students and external partners, Dr. McCarthy will foster interdisciplinary research and scholarship,...

Hammond, LA · 4d

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St. Augustine Mauls Edna Karr: Purple Knights, QB Jaelle Noble Ignite Running Clock in Third Quarter of 52-14 Win

Live scoring updates for Edna Karr vs. St. Augustine, No. 1 vs. No. 2 in Louisiana

New Orleans, LA · 6d

crescentcitysports.com

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LSWA High School Football Polls – Post-Week 9

Others receiving votes: St. Thomas More 32, Northshore 7, John Curtis 5, West Monroe 5, Destrehan 2, Zachary 2, Acadiana 1. Others receiving votes: Salmen 23, Opelousas 17, Carencro 4, Cecilia 1. Class 3A. School, 1st rec, points, Prev. rank. 1. St. Charles (11) 8-1 132 1. 2. University 7-2...

New Orleans, LA · 4d

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Laundry fire at Xavier University of Louisiana prompts brief evacuation

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A laundry fire at Xavier University of Louisiana late Sunday prompted a brief evacuation of a dormitory floor on Sunday (Nov. 1), students tell FOX 8. Around 7:30 p.m. Xavier University officials said a fire broke out in an overloaded clothes dryer. They said the fire was contained in the dryer.

New Orleans, LA · 4d

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OPINION | Leave the water bottle at home

Enormous Stanley tumblers swinging from students’ hands, Hydro Flasks protruding from backpacks and gallon-sized Yetis are almost part of a campus uniform at Tulane University. Yet if any campus can defend the omnipresent water bottle, Tulane can. New Orleans is hot, and the university encourages students to carry reusable...

New Orleans, LA · 4d

NOLA.com

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Kennedy-Carver winner notches big victory, clinches District 9-4A title

It was senior night for Carver, and the Rams showed up for their final game of the season Friday against Kennedy clad in black and orange, an ode to Halloween and their school colors — orange and green. However, it was Kennedy that brought the horror show. Senior quarterback...

New Orleans, LA · 6d

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16 Women Earn Tulane Degrees Behind Bars at St. Gabriel Prison

Sixteen women incarcerated at the Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women in St. Gabriel walked across a makeshift stage this week to collect bachelor's degrees from Tulane University, capping a partnership that has now pushed 29 women through the same college program since 2025. The graduates received their diplomas during a ceremony held right at the correctional facility, trading prison uniforms for caps and gowns for an afternoon.

New Orleans, LA · 7d

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Fewer Jefferson Parish families signed up for school aftercare following fee hike, data show

Several hundred fewer Jefferson Parish students this year signed up for the district's paid aftercare program, which three schools ended due to low participation, new data provided by the district show. The enrollment drop comes after the district's school board raised the weekly price families pay by $10 to cover...

Jefferson Parish, LA · 5d

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Jesuit’s Michael Cerruti named Metro Prep Player of Week

Jesuit running back Michael Cerruti has been named the Prep Player of the Week for Week 9 in the metro area for the Greater New Orleans Quarterback Club, CrescentCitySports.com, 106.7 The Ticket and Friday Night Football. A junior, Cerruti rushed 21 times for 246 yards and three touchdowns in the...

New Orleans, LA · 5d

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Hahnville holds off Thibodaux, 24-20

Hahnville High School walked away with a hard-fought 24-20 road victory over Thibodaux High School, using a stout second-half defensive performance to hold off the homestanding Tigers in a competitive District 7-5A matchup Friday evening. Thibodaux came out swinging in the first quarter. Da’mien Robertson threw several accurate passes in...

Hahnville, LA · 6d

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Balanced effort lifts St. James to 35-14 win over Vandebilt Catholic

ST. JAMES — The St. James Wildcats made a statement Friday night, using a balanced offensive attack and a strong defensive performance to defeat the Vandebilt Catholic Terriers 35-14 in a Bayou-region matchup. The Wildcats wasted no time getting on the scoreboard. On their opening play from scrimmage, quarterback...

St James, LA · 6d

Nicholls Worth

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Get to Know the Women of Nicholls’ 2026 Homecoming Court

For the women at Nicholls State University, being selected for the 2026 Homecoming Court represents years of campus involvement, personal growth and memories made throughout their college experiences. From leadership in student organizations to academic achievement and community service, seniors Elbie Hahn, Sarah Pate, Lily Dominique, Mia Nunez and junior...

Thibodaux, LA · 8d