La Louisiane

What began as a study of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette's iconic live oak trees led to an unexpected scientific discovery. In this episode of La Louisiane, Dr. Brian Schubert and recent chemistry graduate Izzy Lara discuss how undergraduate research, stable carbon isotope analysis and a little scientific curiosity are helping researchers better understand Earth's changing atmosphere.

Jonathan Shirley, programs and operations director at Louisiana Entrepreneurship & Economic Development (LEED) Center, joins La Louisiane to discuss their new space: the REDII Works FabLab.

Chief communications officer Marcelle Fontenot joined La Louisiane for her first interview since making the move from the news anchor desk to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

Jake Delhomme, record-setting quarterback and Ragin' Cajuns legend, joins the La Louisiane Podcast to reflect on 30 years since UL Lafayette's iconic win over Texas A&M, his journey from USL to the NFL, and his role as the 2026 Spring Gala honoree. Read a transcript of the conversation. Visit alumni.louisiana.edu for more information about Spring Gala.

The crawfish industry annually contributes more than $300 million to Louisiana’s economy. A research study at UL Lafayette is proving it could also help control invasive carp in Louisiana rivers.

Megan Constantin,KRVS assistant general manager and host of Encore, joined La Louisiane podcast for a conversation about the country Mardi Gras traditions of South Louisiana.

Photographer Philip Gould discusses "Louisiana from the Sky," his latest book capturing aerial perspectives of Louisiana’s landscapes, culture and communities, with La Louisiane magazine.

Both Dr. Michael Martin, Professor of History and Department Head of History, Geography and Philosophy, & Dr. Zachary Stein, Assistant Dean of Technical Services at Edith Garland Dupre Library, are celebrating their publishing of their book on the University's 125th Anniversary. Listen in to hear how this project came about!

Robert Rauschenberg revolutionized contemporary art from New York and Captiva, but his creative vision remained tethered to Lafayette, Louisiana — his adoptive hometown where his family relocated in the 1950s.

This year marks what would have been the 100th birthday of Clifton Chenier, the GRAMMY-winning King of zydeco. To celebrate his life and legacy, La Louisiane welcomes author and cultural advocate Todd Mouton, whose new book, The King of Zydeco, dives deep into Chenier’s musical genius and cultural impact.

Host Marie Elizabeth Oliver sits down with Candice Dazet, UL Lafayette’s assistant director of student engagement, and Kevin Blanchard, CEO of Downtown Lafayette, to talk about the growing connection between the University and downtown. They dive into the upcoming, third annual Ragin’ Cajuns Downtown Alive! event on Sept. 5, and discuss why “third spaces” like Parc Sans Souci are vital for bringin...

College is exciting — but it can also be stressful. At UL Lafayette, students have access to mental health resources designed to meet them where they are. Marie Elizabeth Oliver talks with Caemon Scott, founder of the University’s Mental Health Week, and La Louisiane student editor Angeline Mathews about how the University supports student wellness and where to find help on campus.

Artist and UL Lafayette alum, Dickie Landry, joins La Louisiane's managing editor Marie Elizabeth Oliver and senior editorial director for UL, Dr. James Savage, to discuss the profound legacy left by zydeco king, Clifton Chenier, as well as the significance of the new scholarship made to benefit zydeco accordion students in the UL Lafayette Traditional Music Program. Full Interview Transcript

Editor for La Louisiane and senior editorial director for UL, Dr. James Savage, joins La Louisiane managing editor Marie Elizabeth Oliver to discuss what goes into planning a La Louisiane magazine and a future look at the fall issue.

College of Liberal Arts Dean Ani Kokobobo shares with La Louisiane what excites her most about leading UL Lafayette's oldest college, how its research centers foster community connection and why liberal arts thinking is more essential than ever in today’s world.

After 22 years as a founding member of the Emmy Award-winning children's band, Imagination Movers, Scott Durbin knows the music industry backwards and forwards. The Recording Academy of the United States recently selected the assistant professor in UL Lafayette's School of Music and Performing Arts as a Grammy U mentor.

The Office of Veteran & Military Student Services at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette celebrated the grand opening of a new student center in Agnes Edwards Hall during Veterans Week. Office of Veteran and Military Student Services Director Danielle Doucet and Kade Hessler, president of the Student Veterans Organization, discuss its impact.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette President Dr. Joseph Savoie discusses his vision for the University's next chapter. Click here for a full transcript of the interview

Molly Rowe, a Lafayette native with two decades of experience working with arts and culture organizations around the world, has been named executive director of the Hilliard Art Museum – University of Louisiana at Lafayette.