University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors Mrs. Elsie P. Burkhalter, Chair Mr. E. Gerald Hebert Mr. Winfred F. Sibille, Vice Chair Mr. Jeffrey Jenkins Mr. D. Wayne Parker, Parliamentarian Ms. Renee A. Lapeyrolerie Mr. Paul G. Aucoin Mr. Jimmy D. Long, Sr. Mr. Andre G. Coudrain Mr. Russell L. Mosely Mr. Edward J. Crawford, III Mr. Carl G. Shetler Dr. Mildred G. Gallot Dr. Eunice W. Smith Mr. Gregory S. Hamer, Sr. Ms. Morgan Verrette, Student Acknowledgments Special thanks to the students, staff, faculty, and community partners of Louisiana Tech University for their time and valuable contributions to this study. A Message from Louisiana Tech University President Daniel D. Reneau One of Louisiana Tech University’s greatest strengths is strengths for the betterment of the institution. A great that it has never been an institution that has rested on its university uses these assets for the betterment of us accomplishments. Our University prides itself on its ability all. Once again, Louisiana Tech is leading the way in to continually share a vision for the future with its innovation productivity and delivering new ideas to the constituents and then commit itself to the fulfillment region. Our University continues to disclose inventions at of that vision. five times the national average and works to commercialize these new technologies to get them into the marketplace Throughout my 22 years as Louisiana Tech president, I where they can help stimulate the local economy. have had the privilege of seeing our campus community, economic and business partners, and community leaders Above all, Louisiana Tech University is committed to come together as one to accomplish more than would producing the state’s most highly qualified graduates who are ever have been possible individually. This enthusiasm for prepared to serve as leaders in every industry and in all parts working together has become the basis for our success of the world. Graduates leave our campus with educational as an institution and our contributions to creating a experiences that extend far beyond the walls of the classroom, stronger and more prosperous Louisiana. opportunities to excel in their personal and professional lives, and relationships that endure long after commencement. Without action, there is no reaction, and it’s clear that our actions have become a driving force in the economic Our success and contributions to Louisiana are the direct and community growth of our region. Louisiana Tech result of a commitment to our mission and our belief University’s vision is an ambitious one and there is still that we hold the key to enhancing the quality of life for much that we are striving to achieve. The future success all Louisianans. To that end, we will continue to provide of our University and our region is built on strengthening strength and leadership to all of Louisiana. Our pursuit of our existing partnerships with community and business excellence is unwavering, our commitment to community leaders, while seeking to develop new relationships with is unrivaled, and our passion for discovery is unmatched. professionals and organizations coming into our state. This is our Louisiana Tech University. A good university will use its intellectual and innovative Contents 5 17 29 University of Louisiana Impact of Research & Methodology System Service 9 21 Impact of Spending Impact on Quality of Life 13 25 Impact of Teaching Above & Beyond EIGHT UNIVERSITIES STRONG: With over 80,000 students, the University of Louisiana System is the largest higher education system in the state and produces about half of all undergraduate degrees. University of Louisiana System Institutions of higher learning have a direct impact on System enrich each of the state’s 64 parishes. the economic success of a state and region, and there is a direct correlation between higher education and As evidenced in the comprehensive study of the economic the positive outcomes on quality of life measures. and community impacts of the eight universities in the University of Louisiana System, investments in higher In essence, higher education pays. education have a ripple effect on the economic vitality of the entire state and the quality of life of its citizens. College graduates earn more and spend more than those without a college degree. The taxes paid by college Our universities provide jobs, train future workforces, graduates are greater and are used for the public good, incubate businesses, create and bolster new including repaying the cost of a college education industries, enrich the lives of residents through several times over. the arts and humanities, and sustain the financial stability of communities where they are located. The state’s investment in higher education is an investment in the future of Louisiana as college graduates The combined impacts of Grambling State University, are productive members of society, paying taxes, Louisiana Tech University, McNeese State University, volunteering, voting and raising families with similar Nicholls State University, Northwestern State University, goals of attaining a college degree. Southeastern Louisiana University, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and the University of With over 80,000 students, the University of Louisiana at Monroe are in the billions of dollars. Louisiana System is the state’s largest higher education system. Consisting of eight four-year That’s the power ofEIGHT universities strategically located across the state, UNIVERSITIES STRONG. the economic and quality of life impacts of the UL Spending Teaching Research & Service The UL System’s statewide UL System graduates have UL System campuses are annual economic impact is $3.4 added $6.5 billion to Louisiana’s bolstering opportunities for new billion and supports 34,800 non- economy over the last 10 years. industry growth and enhancing university jobs. Bachelor’s degree holders have established industries in Louisiana generated $5.6 billion, master’s through innovative research and This includes: degree holders $728 million, and development and by providing • $101 million from affiliated associate’s degree holders $143 strategic planning and professional organizations, million. services. • $148 million in health insurance payments, UL System schools produced This study captured 188 research • $131 million impact of retiree 455,669 degrees over the last and service programs in the UL spending, 50 years with 122,974 graduates System. • $334 million in university between 1998 and 2007. operations, They include: • $222 million in construction In the past 10 years the UL System • 28 in economic development, and capital outlay, generated the majority of graduates • 23 in engineering and • $487 million from visitors, in the fields of criminal justice, technology, • $661 million in faculty and family and consumer sciences and • 27 in cultural development, staff expenditures, and human sciences, health and fitness • 24 in environmental and • $1.3 billion impact from studies, public administration and natural sciences, and student spending. social work, health professions and • 86 in education, health and clinical sciences, education, visual human services. and performing arts, computer and information sciences, and business, management and marketing. Quality of Life The UL System enhances life On average, there are 100 events Additionally, UL System faculty and experiences of its students, taking place every day at UL System staff volunteered 567,000 hours employees and community campuses. Last year, campus last year, and students logged 1.9 members by creating unique events attracted 3.7 million people, million hours in their communities. learning and cultural opportunities. 45 percent of those being off- campus visitors. Louisiana Tech University The University of Louisiana System is comprised of: Grambling State University, Louisiana Tech University, McNeese State University, Nicholls State University, Northwestern State University, Southeastern Louisiana University, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and University of Louisiana at Monroe. The value added to Louisiana’s economy by increased taxable earnings of UL System graduates over the last 10 years is $6.5 billion. “Eight Universities Strong” is more allows students to enroll in courses at any of the than just a tagline. It’s a reflection participating universities and receive credit toward of the collaborative partnerships a master’s degree. Accredited by the National that exist between the eight League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, institutions in the University the advanced nursing specialty tracks offered of Louisiana System. are nursing administration, nursing education, clinical nurse specialist, and nurse practitioner. From joint degree programs to pooling resources for cost- Grambling State University in Grambling, Louisiana savings measures to student Tech University in Ruston, and the University of initiatives, the UL System proves Louisiana at Monroe established the Louisiana universities enhance their individual impacts when Education Consortium (LEC) in 1995 to offer a joint working together. doctoral program in education. With specialization in either curriculum and instruction or educational “Our universities have a history of working leadership, the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree collaboratively through joint programs and sharing of program has generated 85 graduates. Over two resources. We want to build upon that foundation, as thirds of those graduates currently work in K-12