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Running for Those Who Serve
When LSU Law students and military veterans Chad Granger and Marine Corps Captain Kurt Ebert crossed paths, they quickly found common ground, both in their public service and their shared vision for strengthening support for veterans and their families.
Honorary Doctorate Celebrates Transformative Philanthropy
Lori Garrison, president and director of the William A. Brookshire Foundation, was awarded an honorary Doctor of Engineering degree in appreciation for her unwavering commitment to education and the legacy of her late father, LSU alumnus Dr. William A. Brookshire.
How the LSU Foundation Has Helped Fund the University’s Future for 65 Years — And Counting
For 65 years, the LSU Foundation has shaped the LSU experience — from scholarships to the spaces where students learn and thrive. Under Robert Stuart Jr.’s leadership since 2020, that impact has deepened. Next summer, Krista Raney will continue the momentum as president and CEO.
Krista Raney to Succeed Rob Stuart as President & CEO of the LSU Foundation Effective July 1, 2026
The LSU Foundation Board of Directors has named Krista Raney to the role of president and CEO of the LSU Foundation effective July 1, 2026. Raney will succeed Robert M. Stuart Jr., who has served in the role since January 1, 2020.
LSU-led Team Wins Largest Grant Ever Awarded by NSF
Highly competitive NSF Engines grant will provide up to $160 million to support Louisiana’s energy industry, create jobs and develop the energy workforce.