Education & Workforce

Schools, universities, workforce training, and the talent pipeline preparing the region’s next generation of workers.

Lawmakers considering special session to address budget chaos

Some Louisiana legislators are raising the prospect of a special session to rework the budget following the chaotic close to the legislative session two weeks ago. 

Baton Rouge nonprofit launches program to enhance prison-to-workforce pipeline

A Baton Rouge-based nonprofit has received a federal grant to connect soon-to-be-released incarcerated people with potential employers. 

The US population is older than it has ever been, posing workforce challenges 

The median age in the U.S. reached a record high of 38.9 in 2022, according to data released this morning by the Census Bureau. 

US initial jobless claims remain elevated

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits remained elevated last week, potentially another signal that Federal Reserve rate hikes are beginning to cool a surprisingly resilient labor market.

LSU AD Scott Woodward doesn’t want schools to pay student-athletes directly

LSU Athletic Director Scott Woodward sees his role at the university differently from what...

Proposed Highland mixed-use community goes before Planning Commission

After being deferred several months, the Planning Commission this afternoon will consider the final development plan for The Village at Magnolia Woods, a proposed mixed-use community off Highland Road. 
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UL Lafayette receives federal grant to help expand solar energy workforce 

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette announced last week that it is among 12...

‘Broken’ budget process raises questions on how Legislature will address future shortfalls

Though his title suggests otherwise, Louisiana Budget Project Executive Director Jan Moller isn’t entirely sure what is in the state’s newest budget. 

LSU appoints chief data officer as part of effort to modernize its research infrastructure

SU President William Tate has named Keena Arbuthnot as the university's first chief data officer.

Researchers designing a new drought-resistant rice through a USDA grant  

LSU mechanical engineering associate professor Manas Gartia is working with a team of 24 researchers spanning five states to develop a new type of rice that better withstands drought conditions.   
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