How student researchers uncovered a story hidden in campus oak trees

How student researchers uncovered a story hidden in campus oak trees

What began as a study of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette's iconic live oak trees led to an unexpected scientific discovery. In this episode of La Louisiane, Dr. Brian Schubert and recent chemistry graduate Izzy Lara discuss how undergraduate research, stable carbon isotope analysis and a little scientific curiosity are helping researchers better understand Earth's changing atmosphere.

Jonathan Shirley introduces the LEED Center's new REDII Works FabLab

Jonathan Shirley, programs and operations director at Louisiana Entrepreneurship & Economic Development (LEED) Center, joins La Louisiane to discuss their new space: the REDII Works FabLab.

Veteran broadcaster Marcelle Fontenot on joining UL Lafayette

Chief communications officer Marcelle Fontenot joined La Louisiane for her first interview since making the move from the news anchor desk to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

Louisiana football legend Jake Delhomme on leaving a legacy

Jake Delhomme, record-setting quarterback and Ragin' Cajuns legend, joins the La Louisiane Podcast to reflect on 30 years since UL Lafayette's iconic win over Texas A&M, his journey from USL to the NFL, and his role as the 2026 Spring Gala honoree.Read a transcript of the conversation. Visit alumni.louisiana.edu for more information about Spring Gala.

New research tests viability of invasive carp as crawfish bait

The crawfish industry annually contributes more than $300 million to Louisiana’s economy. A research study at UL Lafayette is proving it could also help control invasive carp in Louisiana rivers.