Office of the President
Southeastern Louisiana University makes fundamental contributions to develop an educated citizenry, a workforce prepared for today's knowledge-based economy, and provides a number of cultural and creative opportunities that contribute to the well-being of the region. I am proud to work alongside such dedicated faculty and staff who continue to make great things possible for our students.
Dr. John Crain
President of Southeastern Louisiana University
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"It’s all about the students." – Dr. John Crain
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MESSAGES FROM THE PRESIDENT
Campus Update on Diversity and Inclusion
March 30, 2021
Leaders from across the University of Louisiana System, including me on behalf of Southeastern, are committed to diversity and inclusion on our respective campuses. I want to update the campus on progress that is being made on several related initiatives.Campus Update - COVID-19 Protocols, Vaccine, & Fal...
March 22, 2021
Effective March 2, Governor Edwards modified COVID-19 restrictions for Louisiana. While the change did not significantly impact campus operations, with classroom/laboratory restrictions continuing as before, the University will now consider domestic conference travel requests via the customary travel authorization process.Campus Update - Looking Ahead
March 04, 2021
Some higher education institutions have recently made optimistic announcements about returning to “fully” normal operations for the upcoming Fall Semester. As we approach scheduling and registration for the Fall Semester, I would like to update you on where I believe things stand with regard to the pandemic and the path ahead.
Budget Update
June 27, 2019
The 2019 Session of the Louisiana Legislature adjourned on June 6, 2019, and I want to express appreciation for the leadership of Governor John Bel Edwards and for his work and that of many of our legislators in support of funding for higher education.Budget Update
June 26, 2018
Apparently, the Louisiana Legislature had been counting on the often-heard idiom, "Third time's the charm." In this year's third special session which ended Sunday, the Legislature finally agreed to a solution that allows the state to avert the July 1 fiscal cliff that was rapidly approaching.Budget Update
June 19, 2017
Following a somewhat ignominious June 8 end to the Regular Legislative Session and the associated failure to adopt a State budget, the Louisiana Legislature accomplished the necessary task this past week in a brief special session that ended on June 16, 2017.
