UL College of Liberal Arts
Official page for University of Louisiana at Lafayette College of Liberal Arts (CoLA)!
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Yesterday the College of Liberal Arts hosted a special pre-commencement reception recognizing distinguished undergraduate award recipients, graduating master’s and doctoral candidates, and faculty honorees. President Kolluru also joined us as we celebrated the outstanding scholarship, service, research, and academic achievements that exemplify the heart of our college.

The Vitrella Study Abroad Scholarship awards one College of Liberal Arts student $1,000 to support a summer study abroad experience. Michael, a senior majoring in history and anthropology, will spend his summer in Sligo, Ireland participating in an archaeological field school, where he will help excavate the historic Green Fort and gain hands-on research experience in medieval material culture.
We’re proud to support Michael as he represents the College of Liberal Arts abroad. Congratulations, Michael!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmothers, caregivers and mother figures who encourage, support and inspire every step of the journey. This year’s Spring Commencement includes one especially meaningful story: Sonya Weaver and her daughter, Kylie, will cross the stage together to earn their degrees from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
From synchronized class schedules and carpool rides to late-night studying and supporting each other through life’s challenges, their journey has been one of perseverance, growth and love. What began as a mother encouraging her daughter became a shared experience that brought them even closer together.
On May 15, Sonya won’t be cheering from the seats as Kylie graduates. She’ll be right behind her in line.
We’re proud to celebrate all of our graduates this commencement season — and especially the moms who prove it’s never too late to chase a dream. ❤️
#RaginGrads #ULLafayette #Louisiana #Grads #MothersDay

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmothers, caregivers and mother figures who encourage, support and inspire every step of the journey. This year’s Spring Commencement includes one especially meaningful story: Sonya Weaver and her daughter, Kylie, will cross the stage together to earn their degrees from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
From synchronized class schedules and carpool rides to late-night studying and supporting each other through life’s challenges, their journey has been one of perseverance, growth and love. What began as a mother encouraging her daughter became a shared experience that brought them even closer together.
On May 15, Sonya won’t be cheering from the seats as Kylie graduates. She’ll be right behind her in line.
We’re proud to celebrate all of our graduates this commencement season — and especially the moms who prove it’s never too late to chase a dream. ❤️
#RaginGrads #ULLafayette #Louisiana #Grads #MothersDay

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmothers, caregivers and mother figures who encourage, support and inspire every step of the journey. This year’s Spring Commencement includes one especially meaningful story: Sonya Weaver and her daughter, Kylie, will cross the stage together to earn their degrees from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
From synchronized class schedules and carpool rides to late-night studying and supporting each other through life’s challenges, their journey has been one of perseverance, growth and love. What began as a mother encouraging her daughter became a shared experience that brought them even closer together.
On May 15, Sonya won’t be cheering from the seats as Kylie graduates. She’ll be right behind her in line.
We’re proud to celebrate all of our graduates this commencement season — and especially the moms who prove it’s never too late to chase a dream. ❤️
#RaginGrads #ULLafayette #Louisiana #Grads #MothersDay

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmothers, caregivers and mother figures who encourage, support and inspire every step of the journey. This year’s Spring Commencement includes one especially meaningful story: Sonya Weaver and her daughter, Kylie, will cross the stage together to earn their degrees from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
From synchronized class schedules and carpool rides to late-night studying and supporting each other through life’s challenges, their journey has been one of perseverance, growth and love. What began as a mother encouraging her daughter became a shared experience that brought them even closer together.
On May 15, Sonya won’t be cheering from the seats as Kylie graduates. She’ll be right behind her in line.
We’re proud to celebrate all of our graduates this commencement season — and especially the moms who prove it’s never too late to chase a dream. ❤️
#RaginGrads #ULLafayette #Louisiana #Grads #MothersDay

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmothers, caregivers and mother figures who encourage, support and inspire every step of the journey. This year’s Spring Commencement includes one especially meaningful story: Sonya Weaver and her daughter, Kylie, will cross the stage together to earn their degrees from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
From synchronized class schedules and carpool rides to late-night studying and supporting each other through life’s challenges, their journey has been one of perseverance, growth and love. What began as a mother encouraging her daughter became a shared experience that brought them even closer together.
On May 15, Sonya won’t be cheering from the seats as Kylie graduates. She’ll be right behind her in line.
We’re proud to celebrate all of our graduates this commencement season — and especially the moms who prove it’s never too late to chase a dream. ❤️
#RaginGrads #ULLafayette #Louisiana #Grads #MothersDay

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmothers, caregivers and mother figures who encourage, support and inspire every step of the journey. This year’s Spring Commencement includes one especially meaningful story: Sonya Weaver and her daughter, Kylie, will cross the stage together to earn their degrees from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
From synchronized class schedules and carpool rides to late-night studying and supporting each other through life’s challenges, their journey has been one of perseverance, growth and love. What began as a mother encouraging her daughter became a shared experience that brought them even closer together.
On May 15, Sonya won’t be cheering from the seats as Kylie graduates. She’ll be right behind her in line.
We’re proud to celebrate all of our graduates this commencement season — and especially the moms who prove it’s never too late to chase a dream. ❤️
#RaginGrads #ULLafayette #Louisiana #Grads #MothersDay

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmothers, caregivers and mother figures who encourage, support and inspire every step of the journey. This year’s Spring Commencement includes one especially meaningful story: Sonya Weaver and her daughter, Kylie, will cross the stage together to earn their degrees from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
From synchronized class schedules and carpool rides to late-night studying and supporting each other through life’s challenges, their journey has been one of perseverance, growth and love. What began as a mother encouraging her daughter became a shared experience that brought them even closer together.
On May 15, Sonya won’t be cheering from the seats as Kylie graduates. She’ll be right behind her in line.
We’re proud to celebrate all of our graduates this commencement season — and especially the moms who prove it’s never too late to chase a dream. ❤️
#RaginGrads #ULLafayette #Louisiana #Grads #MothersDay

Congrats to Sean Myers (CMCN) for winning outstanding senior at Ragin’ Recognition!

Congrats to Tafari Beard (MIA) for winning outstanding junior at Ragin’ Recognition!

Friends, alumni, and supporters of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette College of Liberal Arts joined Dean Ani Kokobobo and faculty members for an evening of Cocktails and Conversations at Bon Temps Grill.
College leadership shared exciting updates from campus and offered a glimpse into their vision for the future - highlighting the continued growth and impact of the College of Liberal Arts.

Friends, alumni, and supporters of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette College of Liberal Arts joined Dean Ani Kokobobo and faculty members for an evening of Cocktails and Conversations at Bon Temps Grill.
College leadership shared exciting updates from campus and offered a glimpse into their vision for the future - highlighting the continued growth and impact of the College of Liberal Arts.

Friends, alumni, and supporters of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette College of Liberal Arts joined Dean Ani Kokobobo and faculty members for an evening of Cocktails and Conversations at Bon Temps Grill.
College leadership shared exciting updates from campus and offered a glimpse into their vision for the future - highlighting the continued growth and impact of the College of Liberal Arts.

Friends, alumni, and supporters of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette College of Liberal Arts joined Dean Ani Kokobobo and faculty members for an evening of Cocktails and Conversations at Bon Temps Grill.
College leadership shared exciting updates from campus and offered a glimpse into their vision for the future - highlighting the continued growth and impact of the College of Liberal Arts.

Friends, alumni, and supporters of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette College of Liberal Arts joined Dean Ani Kokobobo and faculty members for an evening of Cocktails and Conversations at Bon Temps Grill.
College leadership shared exciting updates from campus and offered a glimpse into their vision for the future - highlighting the continued growth and impact of the College of Liberal Arts.

Dr. Michael Martin Shea's translation of Liliana Ponce's 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘰𝘳𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘝𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘮 is this year's winner of the PEN America Award for Poetry in Translation.
The judges say, "Shea’s translation deftly captures the essence of Ponce’s serial poems on creation and absence, offering them with an apt, skillful contradiction that melds appropriate ambiguity and admirable precision."
Congratulations on this prestigious national award!

Interested in a space for peer-led connection and support? The Reflective Collective has officially started for Spring 2026. Held in FG Mouton on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm, this initiative offers a supportive environment for students to connect and share experiences in a peer-led setting. Interested in internships and leading these supportive groups and contributing to a positive impact on campus? Reach out to Kristen.Kahanek@louisiana.edu for more information.

📣 Meet our Outstanding Grads!
From perfect GPAs and prestigious scholarships to leadership, research, and community impact — these graduates have gone above and beyond. 🎓✨
Swipe to read about each of their incredible accomplishments.
#OutstandingGrad #ClassOf2025 #RaginCajuns #GradSpotlight #ULProud

📣 Meet our Outstanding Grads!
From perfect GPAs and prestigious scholarships to leadership, research, and community impact — these graduates have gone above and beyond. 🎓✨
Swipe to read about each of their incredible accomplishments.
#OutstandingGrad #ClassOf2025 #RaginCajuns #GradSpotlight #ULProud

📣 Meet our Outstanding Grads!
From perfect GPAs and prestigious scholarships to leadership, research, and community impact — these graduates have gone above and beyond. 🎓✨
Swipe to read about each of their incredible accomplishments.
#OutstandingGrad #ClassOf2025 #RaginCajuns #GradSpotlight #ULProud

ASRE Pathways Psychology students proudly presenting their research at the Psychology Student Research Showcase! Great work showcasing your passion and dedication to the field! #asre #undergraduateresearch #psychology

ASRE Pathways Psychology students proudly presenting their research at the Psychology Student Research Showcase! Great work showcasing your passion and dedication to the field! #asre #undergraduateresearch #psychology

ASRE Pathways Psychology students proudly presenting their research at the Psychology Student Research Showcase! Great work showcasing your passion and dedication to the field! #asre #undergraduateresearch #psychology

ASRE Pathways Psychology students proudly presenting their research at the Psychology Student Research Showcase! Great work showcasing your passion and dedication to the field! #asre #undergraduateresearch #psychology

ASRE Pathways Psychology students proudly presenting their research at the Psychology Student Research Showcase! Great work showcasing your passion and dedication to the field! #asre #undergraduateresearch #psychology

ASRE Pathways Psychology students proudly presenting their research at the Psychology Student Research Showcase! Great work showcasing your passion and dedication to the field! #asre #undergraduateresearch #psychology

ASRE Pathways Psychology students proudly presenting their research at the Psychology Student Research Showcase! Great work showcasing your passion and dedication to the field! #asre #undergraduateresearch #psychology

ASRE Pathways Psychology students proudly presenting their research at the Psychology Student Research Showcase! Great work showcasing your passion and dedication to the field! #asre #undergraduateresearch #psychology

Big news!
We’re proud to announce the recipients of the 2025–26 Research-Intensive Semester Awards, a prestigious opportunity for tenure-track Assistant Professors to focus entirely on research for a full semester.
👏 Meet this year’s outstanding awardees:
📚 Brenna Armstrong – Political Science
🎙 Lauren Auverset van Gerwen – Communications
🌍 Samantha Billing – History, Geography, Philosophy
📖 Abbass Braham – History, Geography, Philosophy
✍️ Taylor Clement – English
🧬 Apoorva Ghosh – Sociology, Anthropology, Human Development and Family Science
🧠 Kathe Managan – Sociology, Anthropology, Human Development and Family Science
📚 Joel Rhone – English
⚖️ Meng Ru Shih – Criminal Justice
We’re excited to see the incredible research these scholars will produce!
#FacultyExcellence #ResearchMatters #ULAcademics #AcademicLife #TenureTrackSuccess

🗳️ Confused about what’s on the ballot? We’ve got you covered!
Several Constitutional Amendments are up for a vote, and understanding them is key to making informed decisions. Check out this nonpartisan guide from the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana to see what’s at stake:
👉 PAR Guide to the 2025 Constitutional Amendments (PDF)
https://parlouisiana.org/publications/guide-to-the-constitutional-amendments/
Want to preview your ballot before heading to the polls? Use the Secretary of State’s Voter Portal to see your sample ballot:
👉 View Your Sample Ballot
https://voterportal.sos.la.gov/
#cola #louisiana #geauxvote
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