This Week @ Ourso
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When a devastating wildfire sweeps through a forest or a record-breaking hurricane batters the Gulf coast, the public’s reaction is rarely uniform. Some citizens push for policy shifts and regulations, while others focus on individual preparedness. So why does the exact same crisis often push neighbors down different psychological paths? A new study from Holly Peterson in the LSU Department of Public Administration aims to find out.
The LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business announces two leadership appointments to support the college's mission. Faik Koray will serve as the college's associate dean for research, faculty and academic affairs. Dana Hart has been selected as the senior assistant dean and director of operations, a new position.
The LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business is proud to announce the induction of several distinguished individuals into its prestigious Hall of Distinction. The 2026 honorees are Marian Wilfert Beauchamp, Thomas “Tom” King, and, awarded posthumously, Robert “Bob” T. Justis. The college will also award Lauren C. Taylor with the Outstanding Young Alum Award, recognizing her remarkable early career achievements and leadership.