On the recordMarch 2, 2010
As a proud graduate of Louisiana State University and LSU Medical School, I am honored to stand before the House today to thank my colleagues for commemorating LSU's 150th anniversary. Since its first session in 1860, LSU has become the flagship university for our State, with over 650 endowed chairs and professorships held by distinguished faculty in disciplines that support the culture, government, and economy of Louisiana. With more than 300 student organizations on campus, LSU plays a major role in our community. The Ag Center, for example, has conducted research which has resulted in greater yields and incomes for farmers across the world. It operates the Safety Net Hospital System for the State of Louisiana, caring for the uninsured and under-insured in our State and sometimes surrounding States. After Hurricane Katrina, LSU operated the Nation's largest field hospital and enrolled student evacuees from other universities who couldn't return to devastated areas in our State. In addition to its excellent academic programs, LSU is renowned for its athletic achievements. Lastly, Mr. Speaker, I would like the Record to reflect the proper spelling of our motto, which reflects not only our affection for LSU, but our French culture. When I say Geaux Tigers, it is G-E-A-U-X Tigers. With that Mr. Speaker, Geaux Tigers, and I yield back.
