Along the I-20 corridor, Louisiana Tech University has taken on a focused and strategic mission to be a leader in building an innovation ecosystem that has the potential to lead a new era of economic prosperity for our region. A prime example of how this works at base level is the relationship between Fenway Group […]
Atmosphere, events make Ruston perfect college town
When is the last time you experienced Ruston? While the city remains true to its historic roots and displays the charm and hospitality that made it easy to call home, there’s no denying that Ruston has evolved into a lively college town with an abundance of activities. Residents and visitors alike can attest to the […]
Tech Bossier: A new ‘U’ in town
Louisiana Tech University’s focus expanded with the opening of the new Academic Success Center in Bossier City and a memorandum of understanding between the University and Bossier Parish Community College designed to increase educational opportunities for those who live in northwest Louisiana. The expansion of Louisiana Tech’s physical presence in Shreveport/Bossier, including having faculty and […]
Tech and Ruston: There’s an art to it
Art to Louisiana Tech Studio Art program chair Nick Bustamante is all about connecting people with people, with a place, with the past, with hopes and beauty and moments. For the past seven years, one way Bustamante and other local artists and students have done this in a big way is through murals. Murals they’ve […]
Partners in progress
The City of Ruston and Tech commit to each other – and a brighter future Ruston mayor Ronny Walker is on a tight schedule this sunny and fast-moving Wednesday in June. He’s running on not much sleep and a to-do list as long as his arm, both by design. “Best job I’ve ever had,” Walker […]