Ribbon Cutting for the Tailored Tiger Professional Clothing Closet at the LSU Olinde Career Center. Pictured from left to right: Jesse Downs, V. Joseph Liberto, Roy Haggerty, and Brandon Common

Dear Colleagues,

As we move into the heart of the fall semester, I want to take a moment to reflect on some remarkable achievements that highlight LSU’s trajectory toward our goal of joining the ranks of the Association of American Universities (AAU). The strides we are making as a faculty and university are undeniable, and they underscore the growing recognition of LSU’s leadership in academia.

We recently learned that Gabriela González, Boyd Professor of Physics and Astronomy, has been elected to the presidential line of the American Physical Society (APS), an organization whose influence in the scientific community cannot be overstated. APS presidents come from some of the world’s most prestigious institutions, and Dr. González’s election positions her among such distinguished leaders. Her election speaks volumes about the quality of research happening here at LSU and our ability to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with AAU institutions like Harvard and the University of Chicago.

Similarly, Suzanne Marchand, Boyd Professor of History, has been elected vice president of the American Historical Association (AHA) for 2025. This honor places her in line to serve as president in 2026 and past president in 2027, joining leaders from AAU universities like Duke and UT-Austin. Dr. Marchand’s accomplishments shine a light on LSU’s humanities scholarship, which is a crucial pillar in our journey toward AAU membership.

These accomplishments are not isolated. They reflect LSU’s growing national influence across disciplines, and we are actively working to ensure that faculty members receive the recognition they deserve. The Office of Academic Affairs has been focused on raising the profile of LSU faculty by assisting with prestigious award nominations, and I encourage you to visit our updated awards and recognition website to see our progress.

Every step forward—whether in the sciences, humanities, or other fields—demonstrates that LSU is on the path toward AAU membership because of your contributions. It is your leadership, research, and dedication to academic excellence that are pushing us closer to this goal.

Thank you for your continued commitment to making LSU a leading force in higher education. We have much to be proud of, and I look forward to the accomplishments ahead.

Sincerely,

Roy Haggerty
LSU Executive Vice President and Provost

Code of Student Conduct Update

The LSU Student Code of Conduct has been updated to include a clear and convincing evidentiary standard for suspension and expulsion cases in compliance with new legislation (House Bill 174). Additionally, first-time academic integrity violations for undergraduate students may be resolved informally, aligning with the behavioral misconduct process. Student Advocacy & Accountability is working with the Faculty Senate Executive Committee on the possible implementation of this academic integrity change.

Promotion and Tenure Recommendations Deadline

Promotion and Tenure recommendations due to Academic Affairs in Elements on November 15. For the information regarding Promotion and Tenure, please visit our website.

2025 University Faculty Awards - Call for Nominations

The LSU Office of Academic Affairs is pleased to announce the call for nominations for the University Faculty Awards. Full descriptions of the awards can be found on the Faculty Awards website. All nominations must be channeled through the nominee's department head to the dean's office. Deans will review all nominations for their faculty members and submit them no later than Friday, February 14, 2025. Please note that each college may have its own internal deadline for receiving nominations prior to this date.

2026 Robert Foster Cherry Award for Great Teaching 

Nominations are open for Baylor University's Robert Foster Cherry Award for Great Teaching. The Cherry Award program is designed to honor great teachers, to stimulate discussion in the academy about the value of teaching, and to encourage departments and institutions to value their own great teachers. The recipient of the Cherry Award will receive a prize of $250,000 and will teach in residence at Baylor University for a semester; travel expenses and a furnished apartment will be provided. To further Baylor University's commitment to great teaching, the award recipient's home department will receive $25,000. Nominations are due November 1, 2024.

Fellowship Exemptions

A new Graduate Student Fellowship fee exemption has been approved to ensure that fellows receive financial compensation consistent with Graduate Assistantships. This exemption is available to graduate students holding select fellowships, listed below.

• Huel D. Perkins Doctoral Fellowship
• Dissertation Year Fellowship
• Southern Regional Education Board Fellowship--SREB

Connecting Experiential Learning and High-Impact Practices with Career Preparation Survey 

The AAC&U, NACE, and SEE are conducting a study to explore how faculty and staff connect experiential learning and high-impact practices with career preparation. Faculty and staff are invited to participate in an 8-minute survey, with a chance to win one of five $100 Amazon gift cards. The findings will help develop resources to support innovation in career readiness. Click here to participate in the career preparation survey. 

Workday Student

The Workday Student project team anticipates advising staff and students will begin to use Workday Student in February 2025. In Summer 2025, faculty may continue to post grades in Moodle or use Workday Student. Training materials will be available on the Workday Student website, including resource guides and demo videos. For more information, please visit the training section of the LSU Workday Student website. As we work toward our second go-live milestone, LSU A&M is preparing to receive admissions data via Slate (with integrations into Workday Student) and apply that data for Financial Aid activities. The team is also continuing rigorous testing of all configuration and data throughout the Fall. Read the full update. 

Faculty Colloquium Featuring Dr. Bonnie Stachowiak

Faculty Programming Survey

The LSU Office of Academic Affairs is conducting a survey to gather feedback from faculty on the effectiveness of our professional development and recognition programs. Faculty input is essential for us to understand how well these initiatives are supporting career growth and the overall faculty experience at LSU. This survey is anonymous and takes a few minutes to complete. Please submit your feedback by October 24. We encourage you to take this survey on a computer rather than a mobile device. Your insights will directly influence the development of programs that better serve our faculty community. Thank you in advance for sharing your feedback. Click here to take the faculty programming survey.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

All month long, LSU Information Technology Services will be promoting these key behaviors to encourage everyone to take control of their online lives:
• Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)
• Password Management
• Software Updates
• Phishing
• AI Best Practices

Put your knowledge to the test during October's campus-wide geocache game. Visit the ITS website each week in October, for a chance to win.

Facilitating Learning Online

Developed and facilitated by LSU Online & Continuing Education, this instructor-led four-week course is designed for anyone who is new to teaching online or is interested in learning more about facilitating an online course. Participants will explore best practices in making connections with students, creating a community of learning, and delivering an engaging experience for their students. For more information and to register, visit the Facilitating Learning Online registration page.

Generative AI Resources for Online Teaching and Learning

LSU Online & Continuing Education’s Design & Development team has created and curated resources, guidelines, and examples regarding using generative artificial intelligence (AI) to support or enhance online teaching and learning. Please visit the Generative AI Resources for Online Teaching and Learning page to explore these resources.