Dean White: These are Unprecedented Times
This is an unprecedented time here at LSU.
I want to commend our students who have adjusted to this difficult time and circumstance. I know the past week has been challenging as they adapted to their new surroundings and
began online learning. Please know that everyone is still here to help them succeed virtually. Just about every university resource utilized under normal circumstances is still available online. Our faculty and staff stand ready to support our students.
Our graduating seniors’ college career has been an eventful one. I’m sure they are as disappointed as I am the diploma ceremony was postponed but please know I am proud of all their accomplishments and expect great things from each of them in the future. While our graduates are starting promising careers, a new class begins their college experience in a few months. We are hopeful LSU will be back to normal operations for the fall semester and look forward to welcoming them to campus.
I want to thank all of the faculty and staff for working so tirelessly these last two weeks to move our educational mission online. While it is strange for the building to be empty on an empty campus, I’m comforted knowing that we can still connect virtually. The amount of time, effort, and learning of new technology to enhance online course delivery the faculty members have invested is commendable.
I know that many of our alumni, parents, and friends own or work for businesses that are gravely affected. These are incredibly challenging times, and if there’s a way we can support you, please know we are here for you.
The
LSU Coronavirus Updates & Information
website provides essential, updated information for the LSU community. Also, the
E. J. Ourso College
website is updated often, and we will move forward as we can. I encourage you to stay engaged with the college during this time as we work towards a safe and swift return to the LSU Campus.
Warmest regards,
Dean Richard White
