LSU OGDEN HONORS COLLEGE JOINS SEC-WIDE INITIATIVE EXAMINING THE FUTURE OF COLLEGE ATHLETICS

Every May, the Ogden Honors College celebrates a group of students who have gone above and beyond in the classroom, in the lab, in the field, and in their communities. This year's graduating class is no different. From archaeological digs in the English countryside to policy research presented at Harvard, from laboratory breakthroughs to community-centered service, the Class of 2026 leaves LSU having made their mark.

LSU biochemistry senior Emma Tsai graduates this month after earning top university honors for research, mentorship, and leadership. Her work on microplastics and lead exposure helped shape her goal of becoming a physician serving Louisiana communities.

What does it mean to truly understand a community? For students in Alvera McMillan's section of HNRS 3025, the answer lies in the landscapes, cultures, and relationships that shape rural Louisiana.