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 - The Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Young Professionals Group of Cenla (YPG) have announced the 2024 class of CENLA 4WARD and Central Louisiana鈥檚 鈥�4 Under 40鈥� award winners. Ethan Lipsey, Director of First Year Experience at LSUA, was named one of the 2024 "4 Under 40" awardees.
The CENLA 4Ward program, a joint initiative of YPG and the Chamber, is dedicated to celebrating individuals under 40 years of age who embody the four pillars that propel communities forward: community involvement, industry impact, leadership and professional distinction, and unwavering passion and perseverance.
鈥淭his year鈥檚 nominees and winners are an outstanding example of the excellence and passion of young leaders in the central Louisiana region,鈥� says YPG President Elect, Chris Daigrepont. 鈥淲e are incredibly proud of these individuals and grateful for all they do in our community, and YPG looks forward to furthering our mission of connecting and celebrating young professionals in CenLA.鈥�
Sarah Catherine Laborde, YPG Board Member and CENLA 4WARD Co-Chair, said, 鈥淓than is a dedicated leader who combines a passion for student success with a deep commitment to community service. He dedicates countless hours to serving on university committees, and various national organizations dedicated to improving higher education. He鈥檚 a servant leader who not only enhances student retention through innovative programs but also fosters growth and engagement in Central Louisiana through his work with his church and local organizations like the The Food Bank, YPG and the Central Louisiana Community Foundation. Whether he鈥檚 mentoring students, volunteering for local causes, or supporting his peers, his students and colleagues like LSUA Chancellor Paul Coreil describe him as giving, smart, passionate, engaged, and outstanding in every endeavor he takes on.鈥�
Abbey Bain, Ph.D, is LSUA鈥檚 Vice Chancellor for Enrollment and Student Engagement, a recipient of last year鈥檚 4-Under-40 award, and Lipsey鈥檚 supervisor at LSUA. Beaming with pride, Bain said, 鈥淎lthough Ethan often works behind the scenes to ensure others are recognized, his own contributions are truly remarkable and deserving of recognition. Ethan鈥檚 tireless efforts have a profound impact on LSUA and the surrounding community. His leadership, passion, and perseverance not only elevate those around him but also strengthen the university as a whole. Ethan鈥檚 unwavering dedication to student success and his ability to foster a positive and inclusive environment make him an invaluable asset to LSUA and a true leader in our community. We are proud of Ethan and congratulate him on being named 4 under 40.鈥�
Lipsey, grateful for the honor, said, 鈥淚 never imagined that this would be a part of my story when I moved here over a decade ago. There is so much good that happens in Central Louisiana, and I am thankful that I get to work alongside so many that make this region great!鈥�
The Central Louisiana community and LSUA are fortunate to have individuals like Ethan Lipsey, who continue to inspire and uplift the region through their remarkable leadership, dedication, and commitment to excellence.
For more information about the Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce and YPG's CENLA 4Ward Awards, please visit .
Image [L-R]: Ethan Lipsey, Chris Daigrepont
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.