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Southern University and A M College Contracts
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Watermark Insights, LLC at Southern University and A M College
Effective: Sep 20, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Subscription Agreement (MSA) between Watermark Insights, LLC and Southern University and A&M College establishes the foundational terms and conditions for the provision of Watermark's educational Subscription Services and Professional Services. It details mutual responsibilities, intellectual property, indemnification, confidentiality, warranties, liability limitations, and general contract governance. Crucially, specific service commencement dates, durations, and financial terms are to be outlined in separate Order Forms, which are not included in this document. The agreement incorporates additional clauses specific to Southern University and an attached letter clarifying Watermark's product intellectual property.
Follett Higher Education Group Inc. at Southern University and A M College
Effective: Jul 1, 2018Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document comprises a Contract Renewal Agreement and its first amendment between Southern University and A.M. College (the University) and Follett Higher Education Group, Inc. (the Contractor). The agreement, effective July 1, 2018, and set to expire June 30, 2023, is for the lease of space and operation of bookstore services across multiple Southern University campuses. Key terms include tiered annual commissions based on gross revenue, a minimum guaranteed annual payment (starting at $575,000 for the first year), a $20,000 annual scholarship contribution, a one-time payment of $100,000 upon execution, and a minimum capital investment of $420,000 by the contractor. The amendment, effective August 21, 2018, primarily revises the definition of "gross revenue" and specifies a 1.0% commission for certain electronics sales.
Follett Higher Education Group, LLC at Southern University and A M College
Effective: Jul 1, 2018Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document comprises a series of five amendments to a Bookstore Operating Agreement between Southern University A&M College System and Follett Higher Education Group, originally effective July 1, 2018. The latest Amendment (#5, May 1, 2025) extends the contract term to June 30, 2026. The amendments cover revisions to the contract length, definitions of commissionable sales and gross revenue, and significant changes related to the introduction of the "Follett Access Program" in Amendment #2, including detailed terms for program scope, pricing, rentals, invoicing, and payment. It also details an annual $20,000 textbook scholarship and updated commission structures.
Cayuse LLC at Southern University and A M College
Effective: Oct 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a Master Agreement for software-as-a-service (Subscription Service) and professional services provided by Cayuse, LLC to Southern University and A&M College at Baton Rouge. The Master Agreement, effective September 1, 2020, establishes the general terms. A subsequent Order Form, with a contract term of 36 months starting October 1, 2023, specifies the purchase of various Cayuse software subscriptions (Sponsored Projects, Proposals, Cayuse Platform) and related implementation services for a total contract value of USD 102,971.33.
Ellucian Company LLC at Southern University and A M College
Effective: Aug 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Software License and Maintenance Agreement is between Ellucian Company LLC and Southern University and A&M College System. It covers the licensing of software, provision of maintenance, and support services. The agreement details definitions, the term of the agreement, applicable law, license grants, ownership, indemnification, and limitations of liability. It also includes comprehensive sections on various compliance requirements (e.g., Code of Ethics, Civil Rights Laws, Clean Air/Water Acts), payment terms, warranties, and data protection (Exhibit B - Ellucian Data Protection Agreement, FERPA, CCPA). The agreement's effective term is from August 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027, with line items extending to July 30, 2027, and options for extensions.
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Southern University And A&M College Strategic Plan 2018-2030
Date: Jan 1, 2018Type: Strategic Plan
This document outlines the strategic plan for Southern University and A&M College, establishing a clear linkage between its mission and institutional goals as detailed in the 'Imagine 20K: 2018-2030' plan. Key strategic commitments include student access and affordability, academic excellence and student success, fundraising and philanthropic support, campus life improvement through infrastructural development, human capital investment and human resources operations strengthening, quality customer service, promotion of the SUBR brand through outreach and global engagement, scholarly research, discovery, and entrepreneurship, institutional effectiveness and accountability, and enhanced campus technology. The plan aims to provide a student-focused teaching and learning environment, create global leadership opportunities, and support a diverse student population through teaching, research, and public service.
Dolores Margaret Richard Spikes Honors College at Southern University and A&M College Strategic Plan
Date: Jan 1, 2016Type: Strategic Plan
This strategic plan outlines the approach of the Dolores Margaret Richard Spikes Honors College to cultivate excellence in its students. It focuses on immersing students in a supportive, stimulating, and challenging systemic mentoring environment to enhance their studies, scholarly activities, judgment, character, and work ethics. Key components include providing financial assistance and implementing the Ten Strand Systemic Mentoring Model, which covers scientific advisement, communication skills, research projects, professional immersion, and career guidance. The ultimate aims are to ensure graduates are highly prepared and competitive for graduate studies, gainful employment, and career advancement, emphasizing professional competence and strong work ethics.
Key Contacts
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Lindsey ButlerAssistant Director of Center for Student Success
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Taylor De BourgAssistant Director of Marketing and Development
Southern University and A&M College Performance Accountability System 2017-2023
Date: Sep 18, 2021Type: Strategic Plan
This document, part of the Louisiana Performance Accountability System (LaPAS) for FY 2020-2021, outlines the strategic objectives for Southern University and A&M College. Key objectives include increasing fall headcount enrollment, improving student retention rates for second and third fall, enhancing institutional statewide graduation rates, and increasing the total number of completers for Baccalaureate, Graduate, Undergraduate (adult, 25+ yrs.), and underrepresented minority degrees. These objectives aim to be achieved by academic year 2022-2023 or fall 2023, building upon baselines from 2017-2018.
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