A resolution commending Southeastern Louisiana University on the occasion of its Centennial and its years of service to the State of Louisiana and the United States.
This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution commending Southeastern Louisiana University on its centennial and its longstanding service to Louisiana and the United States. It recounts the university’s origins (founded as Hammond Junior College in 1925), its evolution into Southeastern Louisiana College (1928) and then Southeastern Louisiana University (1970), and highlights the institution’s growth to more than 15,000 students and its 5 colleges. The resolution acknowledges the university’s contributions to higher education, research, community service, and athletics, and it notes its notable alumni. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of the resolution to key university leaders. There is no new law or funding created by this resolution; it is a formal, symbolic gesture recognizing the university’s history and impact.
Key Points
- 1The Senate commends Southeastern Louisiana University on its Centennial and its service to Louisiana and the United States.
- 2The resolution documents the university’s historical milestones, including its origins as Hammond Junior College (1925), transformation into Southeastern Louisiana College (1928), and eventual designation as Southeastern Louisiana University (1970).
- 3It highlights current scope and impact (over 15,000 students annually; 5 colleges and schools; focus on education, research, and community service; athletics in the Southland Conference; notable alumni).
- 4The resolution emphasizes the university’s dedication to higher education, public service, and regional and national contributions.
- 5It directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of the resolution to three university leaders: President William S. Wainwright; Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Tena L. Golding; and Vice President for University Advancement Wendy Lauderdale.