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Novelist Maurice Carlos Ruffin earned two degrees from the University of New Orleans.

_{October 19, 2023}

Novelist Maurice Carlos Ruffin To Serve as Fall 2023 Commencement Speaker

Acclaimed novelist Maurice Carlos Ruffin earned two degrees from the University of New Orleans. Acclaimed novelist and University of New Orleans alumnus...Read More

DeShawn Jones, Kennedy St. Charles and Tracy West are UNO graduates who have been selected as LCMC Health Minority Administrative Fellows.

_{October 12, 2023}

Inaugural Class of LCMC Health Minority Administrative Fellows Features Three UNO Graduates

DeShawn Jones, Kennedy St. Charles and Tracy West are UNO graduates who have been selected as LCMC Health Minority Administrative Fellows. Three of the four...Read More

The University of New Orleans is a national leader in delivering strong economic mobility outcomes for its students.

_{October 2, 2023}

The University of New Orleans Ranks Among National Leaders in Economic Mobility

The University of New Orleans is a national leader in delivering strong economic mobility outcomes for its students. The University of New Orleans ranks among...Read More

A grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation will help build a mentoring network for first-generation College of Sciences students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare at the University of New Orleans.

_{September 26, 2023}

$240K Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation Grant Will Fund University of New Orleans Program for Future Healthcare Professionals

A grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation will help build a mentoring network for first-generation College of Sciences students...Read More

Leah Myers, who earned an MFA in creative writing from UNO, has published her first book “Thinning Blood.”

_{July 31, 2023}

Alumni Spotlight: Author Leah Myers: ‘In my heart, I’m a storyteller’

Leah Myers, who earned an MFA in creative writing from UNO, has published her first book “Thinning Blood.” Author Leah Myers, who earned an MFA in creative...Read More

The Longo Group’s president, Ted Longo, presents a donation to Pamela Kennett-Hensel, dean of UNO’s College of Business Administration. They are pictured with Tracy Clanton (far left) and Eric Balukonis, major gifts officer with University Advancement.

_{July 27, 2023}

The Longo Group Donates $20K To UNO’s College of Business Administration

The Longo Group’s president, Ted Longo, presents a donation to Pamela Kennett-Hensel, dean of UNO’s College of Business Administration. They are pictured with...Read More

Google VP Sabrina Farmer (left) is the winner of the 2023 Homer Hitt Distinguished Alumni Award and Avril Habetz is the 2023 Norma Jane Sabiston Young Alumna of the Year.

_{June 26, 2023}

Google Vice President Sabrina Farmer to Receive 2023 UNO Homer Hitt Distinguished Alumni Award

Google VP Sabrina Farmer (left) is the winner of the 2023 Homer Hitt Distinguished Alumni Award and Avril Habetz is the 2023 Norma Jane Sabiston Young Alumna...Read More

University of New Orleans students Kailey Bergeron (left) and Leonaoria Guerin have been awarded a Women in Computer Science scholarship for 2023.

_{May 24, 2023}

Women in Computer Science Scholarship Winners Announced

University of New Orleans students Kailey Bergeron (left) and Leonaoria Guerin have been awarded a Women in Computer Science scholarship for 2023. Two...Read More

Angela D. Brooks, who earned a master's degree in urban planning from the University of New Orleans, is president of the American Planning Association.

_{May 16, 2023}

Alumna Angela Brooks Is President of The American Planning Association

Angela D. Brooks, who earned a master's degree in urban planning from the University of New Orleans, is president of the American Planning Association. Angela...Read More

Son of a Saint founder and CEO Bivian “Sonny” Lee III earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing and management from the University of New Orleans.

_{April 18, 2023}

Son of a Saint Founder Sonny Lee To Serve as Spring 2023 Commencement Speaker

Son of a Saint founder and CEO Bivian “Sonny” Lee III earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing and management from the University of New Orleans. Son of a Saint...Read More

University of New Orleans alumnus Lionel Dutreix manages the daily operations of NASA’s only manufacturing facility where development of the Space Launch System and Orion spacecraft are underway.

_{March 14, 2023}

Alumnus Lionel Dutreix: Director of NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility

University of New Orleans alumnus Lionel Dutreix manages the daily operations of NASA’s only manufacturing facility where development of the Space Launch...Read More

University of New Orleans alumna Kiki Baker Barnes made history as the first Black woman commissioner for the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference and in the history of the National Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

_{February 10, 2023}

Alumna Kiki Baker Barnes Is The Trailblazing Commissioner of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference

University of New Orleans alumna Kiki Baker Barnes made history as the first Black woman commissioner for the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference and in the history...Read More