In 1959, the Louisiana Legislature authorized the establishment of LSUA as a two-year commuter college under the governance of the LSU Board of Supervisors. LSUA registered its first students in September of 1960. The first degree program, an Associate in Nursing degree, was initiated in the Division of Nursing in 1964.
The additional academic divisions of Liberal Arts, Business Administration, and Sciences were created in 1967. In 1974, LSUA was accredited by the Commission on 吃瓜直播s of the Southern Association of 吃瓜直播s and Schools (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. This accreditation was reaffirmed in 1984, 1994, and 2004.
Only one associate degree was available at LSUA from 1964 to March 1986, when the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science transfer degrees were approved. Over the next 15 years, several associate degree and certificate programs were added that the university continues to offer including:
From 1976 through Spring 2003, Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical 吃瓜直播 offered the upper-level course work for select bachelor's degree programs on the LSUA campus through a program known as LSU Senior 吃瓜直播. Initially, the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Bachelor of General Studies were offered. The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education was added in 1982-83.
ALEXANDRIA - LSUA's commitment to excellence and inclusivity in online education was on display this past week with the inaugural induction event of the Chi Chapter of Omega Nu Lambda (ONL), the only national collegiate honor society exclusively dedicated to online students. Led by Amber Weidner, LSUA's Learner Support Coordinator, the induction ceremony welcomed 67 new members into the prestigious society, marking a significant milestone in recognizing the academic achievements of LSUA's 100% online students.
Omega Nu Lambda (ONL) celebrates academic excellence among full-time online students who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their studies. To qualify for membership, students must be enrolled in a 100% online degree program, have completed a minimum of 15 credit hours at LSUA online, and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher. The inaugural class of ONL members comprises students from all five academic colleges at LSUA, representing a diverse array of disciplines and backgrounds.
Amber Weidner, LSUA Learning Support Coordinator, spoke of the new chapter, 鈥淚 am incredibly proud of our first cohort of ONL students for their unwavering dedication to their studies. Establishing the Chi chapter at LSUA fosters a sense of community and belonging amongst our online student community, while also celebrating the achievements of this diverse group of students.鈥�
Founded with the mission of fostering a supportive community and recognizing the achievements of online learners, Omega Nu Lambda offers a range of benefits to its members, including scholarship opportunities, networking events, and access to resources designed to enhance the online learning experience. By acknowledging the academic accomplishments of online students, ONL aims to create a sense of belonging and camaraderie among members, empowering them to thrive in their educational journey.
With 23 chapters nationwide, Omega Nu Lambda provides a platform for students to connect, collaborate, and succeed. LSUA's Chi Chapter adds to this legacy, reinforcing the university's commitment to serving the diverse needs of its online student community and ensuring their academic success.
Please join us in congratulating the inaugural inductees:
Keisha Alexander-Green, Ashley Bagwell, Blair Batiste, Kenda Bishop, Sandra Blalock, Brody Blanchard, Brittany Young Bordelon, LaQuala Bradley, Zack Breaux, Analise Breckenridge, Courtney Brignac, Hayln Brown, Adam Bruce, Grace Buller, Anna Bullock, Allison Caldarera, Matthew Casas, Megan Conrad, Shelby Courville, Tabitha Davis, Lanessa Dowden, Marcos Duran, Katherine Elkins, Gardenia Evans, Kassie Felder, Shannon Fontenot, Leah Gailor, Heather Gayhart, Jacquelle Goff, Jessica Hanner, JaCoya Hodges, Candis Iglinksy, Traci Jack, Lanita King, Kerri Kiracofe, Lisa Landon, Hailey Larich, Debra Mackey, James Austin Martin, Angela McBride, Emily McGlothlin, Shawn McGlothin, Jennifer Medina, Kelsie Menard, Sneha Padumane, Cynthia Palmisano, Jennifer Pena, Mallory Rikard, Lea Robinson, Jessica Rodrigue, Stephanie Rollins, Omega Roston, Chalanda Samec, Lauren Sexton, James Simeon, Jeniffer Spindel, Jaunita Stutes, Banojir Sultana, Alexis Thomas, Desiree Toth, Chana Turner, Eric Wallis, Malysa Weaver, Tara Wilber, Patrick Wisor, Amber Yglesias, and Amy York.
Written by Adam Lord
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On June 5, 2001, following approval by the Louisiana State University Board of Supervisors and the Louisiana Board of Regents, the Louisiana Legislature passed legislation (Senate Bill 853) allowing Louisiana State University at Alexandria to offer baccalaureate degrees. In December 2002, SACSCOC approved a substantive change request from LSUA, thereby accrediting the university to award both associate and baccalaureate degrees.
In Fall 2003, LSUA was reorganized into colleges and departments rather than divisions. The 吃瓜直播 of Arts and Sciences is comprised of the departments of Arts, English and Humanities; Behavioral and Social Sciences; Biological Sciences; and Mathematics and Physical Sciences. The 吃瓜直播 of Professional Studies is comprised of the departments of Allied Health, Business Administration, Education, and Nursing.
LSUA began offering four baccalaureate degrees in Fall 2003: Bachelor of Science in Biology, Bachelor of General Studies, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, and Bachelor of Liberal Studies. Because there were students at LSUA who had completed upper-level course work through LSU Senior 吃瓜直播, LSUA produced its first bachelor's degree graduates in December 2003.
A Bachelor of Science in Psychology, approved by the LSU Board of Supervisors in March 2005, and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, approved by the LSU Board in June 2006, are now offered. In 2008 the university began offering Bachelor of Arts degrees in English, Communication Studies, and History, along with Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, and Nursing.
In addition to the Department of Education offering courses that lead to an Associate of Arts in The Care and Development of Young Children and the Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, courses are offered for alternative certification in the following areas: Elementary Education, Grades 1-5; Health and Physical Education, Grades K-12; and Secondary Education, Grades 6-12 for the areas of biology, English, history, and mathematics. Students who major in biology, English, history, or mathematics may declare Secondary Education as a minor in these areas of study, earning certification to teach that subject in Grades 6-12. Add-on certifications are available for Early Childhood Education (PK-3) and Special Education in area of existing certification(s).
The Oaks, the university’s first student housing complex, opened in the fall of 2007. The complex, which includes four apartment buildings and a community center.
LSUA hired its first athletic director in January 2007 and began competing in NAIA men’s baseball and women’s fast-pitch softball in Spring 2008. In January 2010, LSUA’s new on-campus baseball-softball complex was unveiled in an opening day dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The complex is located on the north side of campus adjacent to the Fitness Center and features seats transferred from the famed Alex Box Stadium on the Baton Rouge campus.
LSUA added five sports in 2014 including men’s and women’s basketball and soccer teams along with women’s tennis. LSUA joined the Red River Athletic Conference in 2014. The RRAC includes Bacone 吃瓜直播 (Okla.), Huston-Tilloston University (Texas), Jarvis Christian 吃瓜直播 (Texas), Langston University (Okla.), LSU-Shreveport, Our Lady of the Lake University (Texas), Paul Quinn 吃瓜直播 (Texas), Texas 吃瓜直播, University of St. Thomas (Texas), University of Texas-Brownsville, University of the Southwest (New Mexico) and Wiley 吃瓜直播 (Texas) in addition to LSUA.
The university’s newest building, Mulder Hall, was opened in August 2011. The building is a 70,000 square-foot facility that provides 18 classrooms, 4 academic department office suites, 52 faculty offices, 2 conference rooms, a computer lab and a writing lab, a painting and drawing studio, a ceramics studio, a photography suite, and a black box theater that seats 175 people.