There was a problem saving your notification. Also, there were 27 degrees awarded to LSU employees. These students earned this honor by meeting high standards set by faculty in various colleges and by the LSU Communication across the Curriculum program. Galligan says LSU will hold an in-person graduation ceremony for all 2020 graduates, including those students who graduated or will graduate in May, August, and December when it is safe to do so. Women made up 57.33% of the class, and men made up 42.67%. “You are a unique class, and you forever will be that unique class that graduated in this extraordinary time,” Board of Supervisors Chair Mary Werner said. LSU recognized 1,986 graduates at the university’s 300th commencement exercises on Friday, Dec. 20. When the Tigers take the field next Saturday against fourth-ranked Oklahoma in the CFP National Semifinals, they will do so with a roster that features 14 college graduates. BATON ROUGE, La. Just before noon, Galligan also was live on the LSU Instagram page to once again congratulate the graduates and to bring a little bit of campus to them by joining in listening to the Memorial Tower chime at noon and play the LSU Alma Mater. BATON ROUGE — On Friday, May 15, LSU honored more than 4,000 spring graduates with a virtual graduation celebration, and during the ceremony, 4,347 degrees were conferred. The 1,986 degrees awarded is a new record for LSU’s fall graduation. The 4,347 total graduates are made up of 3,353 students who received bachelor’s degrees; 708 who received master’s degrees; 57 who received education specialist or graduate certificates; 107 who received a Ph.D.; 12 who received a Doctor of Musical Arts degree; and 88 who received Doctor of Veterinary Medicine; and 22 who received a post-bachelorette certificate. All spring graduates will have the opportunity to walk during a future LSU commencement. Other questions:subscriberservices@theadvocate.com. 10 Year Reunion Photo | 15 Year Reunion Photo | 20 Year Reunion Photo. Galligan says LSU will hold an in-person graduation ceremony for all 2020 graduates, including those students who graduated or will graduate in May, August, and December when it is safe to do so. Center Lloyd Cushenberry, a second team All-America and first team All-SEC selection, graduated in sports administration as did two-year starter at cornerback Kristian Fulton. “We will always remember the contributions you’ve made to our university, and we want you to come back and visit us many, many times.”. Graduate Certificates are available in 19 fields of study. “While I won’t be able to deliver your diploma to you in-person, or to shake your hand, or to cheer with your family, just know that my excitement over your achievement could not be greater, even if it’s virtual.”. LSU’s fall graduating class included the most degrees awarded to African American and Hispanic students during any fall semester. And there are so many more jobs that open up if you just have co-op. Of the 4,347 total graduates, 3,353 students received their bachelor’s degrees, 708 received master’s degrees, 57 received education specialist or graduate certificates, 107 received a PhD, 12 received a Doctor of Musical Arts degree, 88 received Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, and 22 received a post-bachelorette certificate. Spencer Chrisman is a digital content producer for WAFB in Baton Rouge, La. The LSU Class of 2020 has accomplished some incredible things during their time on campus, and we are excited to see them head out into the world and take on their next challenge. Copyright 2020 WAFB. The virtual graduation watch party took place on the LSU Facebook page, and following the ceremony, all the graduates names were displayed on the scoreboards in Tiger Stadium. Nick Gremillion is a digital and outdoors producer for WAFB. McKenzie Layne Tucker-Gosnell, Prairieville. The spring graduating class was represented by 60 Louisiana parishes, 49 U.S. states, and 88 foreign countries. All rights reserved. Accessibility Note: On this page you’ll find links to PDF reports displaying statistics on LSU graduates for different academic years. “While this certainly was not the way any of us had expected your final semester to unfold, this experience, and more importantly, the way you handled it, will serve you well as you now venture out into the world to make your mark.”. 844 Government StreetBaton Rouge, LA 70802(225) 383-9999. The oldest graduate is 59, and the youngest is 19. This semester, a total of 154 students graduated from the LSU Roger Hadfield Ogden Honors College. The university is hoping to hold that in-person graduation in the spring of 2021. Students can expect more details about virtual graduation and the pop-up studios in the coming days, the university says. © 2005-2020 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. In November, LSU says it will offer fall graduates the opportunity to have professional photos taken with their caps and gowns at “pop-up” commencement photography studios on campus. Women made up 57.33% of the class, and … “Class of 2020 will forever designate you as a graduate who is fierce and resilient, and who persists despite floods or pandemics,” Haynie said. If for some reason you are unable to access this content, please contact Bernie Braun at (225)578-1231 or bbraun@lsu.edu. LSU honored 44 graduating students with the LSU Distinguished Communicator Award. All spring graduates will have the opportunity to walk during a future LSU commencement. The oldest graduates are 59, and the youngest is 19. LSU’s virtual graduation featured a “Year in Review” video, Grammy winner and Louisiana-native, Lauren Daigle, singing the National Anthem, and world-renowned opera star and LSU alumna, Lisette Oropesa, singing the LSU Alma Mater. A Gray Media Group, Inc. Station - © 2002-2020 Gray Television, Inc. October 23, 2020 at 10:48 AM CDT - Updated October 23 at 2:29 PM. Women made up 57.33% of the class, and men made up 42.67%. “Class of 2020 will forever designate you as a graduate who is fierce and resilient, and who persists despite floods or pandemics,” Executive Vice President & Provost Stacia Haynie said. LSU’s May 2020 graduating class represents 60 Louisiana parishes, 49 U.S. states and 88 foreign countries. Also, 27 LSU employees were among those who received degrees this spring. Following the ceremony, the names of the each of the graduates was displayed on Tiger Stadium’s scoreboards. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. A Gray Media Group, Inc. Station - © 2002-2020 Gray Television, Inc. May 15, 2020 at 3:33 PM CDT - Updated May 15 at 4:46 PM, 9 low-cost ways to make virtual learning easier for kids, Jefferson Parish school system urges lawmakers to reject 'Ka’Mauri Harrison Act’. “Your calmness, your optimism, your resiliency in a time of crisis is commendable, and it is a testament to your true strength of character,” Interim President Tom Galligan said.