Dr. Chris Dicus, Louisiana Tech alum and a professor of Wildland Fire and Fuels Management at Cal Poly, talks about his early interest in wildlife and his decision to study at Tech. Dicus shares his career path, including his work on the Black Saturday fires in Australia and the multiple wildfire outbreaks in California. He […]
117. Regina Davis: A Lifetime of Firsts
Currently the manager of the ExxonMobil refinery in Baton Rouge, Louisiana Tech alumna Regina Davis has built her career — her whole life, even — on firsts. Most recently, she became the first Black woman to lead the BR refinery, and she spends some time this episode reflecting on the importance and meaning of that […]
108. LA Tech Homecoming 2024: Family Reunion
Let Dr. Heath Tims reintroduce himself in his new engagement-focused role and break down the ideas behind the latest iteration of Louisiana Tech’s Homecoming. He discusses the community-focused mindset behind the structure of this year’s events, the details of some of the highlights of Homecoming Week, and the goal of the Alumni Association to connect […]
83. Homecoming 2023: Love the Legacy
November 11 marks Louisiana Tech’s 2023 Homecoming game, but, as always, Homecoming week is packed with events for current students and alumni of all graduation years. Madison Kaufman, Director of Alumni Engagement, has the details on the busy Homecoming schedule. From pep rallies and parades to social gatherings and special recognitions, there’s something for everyone […]
55. Homecoming 2022: Get Ready
October 22 will be the day of Louisiana Tech’s Homecoming game, but, as always, Homecoming weekend is packed with events for alumni of all graduation years. Madison Kaufman, Director of Alumni Engagement, has the scoop on the busy Homecoming schedule. From pep rallies and parades to social gatherings and special recognitions, there’s something for everyone […]
52. Lagniappe Ladies: Giving Something Extra
Now in their 13th year, the philanthropy of the Lagniappe Ladies organization has touched all areas of campus. The definition of “Ever Loyal,” this all-woman society has awarded grants to countless projects by way of dollars raised by their commitment and generosity. In this episode, Lagniappe Ladies members Tonya Oaks Smith, Lindsey Murry, and JoAnn […]