Candace Lucas

The meeting included a presentation by the LSU chapter of Persing Rifle, an invocation by the 2025 homecoming queen, and the Pledge of Allegiance led by the homecoming king. The homecoming court was recognized. The Research and Agriculture Extension Committee convened to hear a presentation on Louisiana hurricanes, focusing on the state's vulnerability and LSU's role in resilience and innovation. The academic committee discussed a request from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans to approve the reorganization of departments in the School of Medicine.

The LSU Board of Supervisors meeting includes discussions on Louisiana Hurricanes, a request from LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans to approve the reorganization of the Basic Sciences Departments in the School of Medicine, a request from LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans to convert the Doctor of Nursing Science Degrees awarded between 1988 and 2021 to the Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Degree, a request from LSU Shreveport to rename the Master of Science in Counseling to the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a request from LSU Health Care Services Division to approve a lease of space for Administrative Operations, requests from LSU Athletics to approve new employment agreements for Deputy Athletics Directors and an Assistant Baseball Coach, and a request from LSU Athletics to amend LSU Athletics Ticket, Parking and Tradition Fund Policy to adjust football season ticket and parking pricing. The agenda also includes an FY 2026 1st Quarter Audit Summary and the FY 2025 LSU OIA Annual Report.

The meeting included a presentation on infant temperature monitoring hats, highlighting their development, customization for fever detection, and potential for monitoring baby's breath. The board also considered requests to establish a Bachelor of Arts in Design Studies, a Master of Science in Architecture, and four certificate programs in payroll administration, business entrepreneurship, basic management, and paraprofessional education. Additionally, there was a discussion on establishing the HSS humanities center to foster a scholarly culture and support researchers' professional development.

The interview includes discussions on the candidate's experience and vision for LSU, including short and long-term goals, metrics for success, and leadership style. The candidate emphasizes the importance of unifying and cultivating a system-wide culture, investing in faculty and intellectual capital, and leveraging resources across the LSU system.

The meeting included recognition of LSU Law Dean and Chancellor, followed by student presentations. Discussions covered the experiences at the LSU Law Center, with students highlighting the supportive faculty, the culture of inclusion, and the opportunities for community involvement. There was also a presentation on the civil law and its significance, emphasizing Louisiana's unique position as a flag state for civil law in English.