Five of Louisiana Tech’s recently honored alumni will each serve as keynote speaker for one of the University’s four Spring Commencement Ceremony sessions May 22 and 23 in the Thomas Assembly Center.
Here are the times and keynote speakers for each session.
Saturday, May 22
12:30 p.m. – College of Liberal Arts, Boston Scott, 2020 Young Alumnus of the Year.
4 p.m. – College of Business, Dr. Bob Cunningham, 2020 COB Alumnus of the Year.
Sunday, May 23
1 p.m. – College of Applied and Natural Sciences, Jeremy Tinnerello, 2020 ANS Alumnus of the Year; College of Education, Dr. Jean Hall, 2020 COE Alumnus of the Year.
Masks will be required for all individuals entering the TAC for commencement, per Gov. John Bel Edwards’ proclamation dated April 27
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Over the last three years, the Northeast Louisiana Healthcare Alliance has provided support to healthcare facilities within 11 parishes in the region so they are able to grow and find stability. Their work funding programs such as Louisiana Tech University’s Nursing program has helped alleviate an acute shortage of healthcare professionals by funding programs across the state so they are able to provide qualified, successful nurses, doctors, or lab techs.
Dr. Donna Hood, Professor of Nursing and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies in the College of Applied and Natural Sciences, said the grants provided to the Louisiana Tech Nursing program through the alliance provided more opportunities for students to gain a broader perspective on their field.
Event Description
The 2021 St. Paddy s Day Bicycle Parade and Festival will be held on Saturday, March 13 at Kiroli Park in West Monroe.
The event is hosted by the West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce and Kiroli Park Foundation. The Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free for the public. Following COVID-19 guidance, social distancing and masks are encouraged during the event.
The festivities will include live music and entertainment, St. Paddy s Day arts and crafts, games, and so much more! Free green lemonade and additional food items will be for sale. The Bicycle Parade is open to adults, children and pets and is a non-motorized parade that can include bicycles, scooters, wagons, strollers, etc. The parade lines up at 1 p.m. and begins shortly afterwards. Prizes will be awarded to the best-decorated adult, children and pets.