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News and Updates
From groundbreaking research to student achievements, there’s always something happening at Southern University Ag Center. Explore our latest news below.
February 12, 2026
From Curiosity to Careers: St. Helena STEAM Expo Prepares Students for Tomorrow’s Workforce
The St. Helena STEAM Expo was held on February 4, 2026 at St. Helena College and Career Academy, bringing together students, educators, and community partners for a day of hands-on, exploratory learning focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts/Agriculture, and Math (STEAM).
February 2, 2026
Dr. Renita Marshall named Interim Dean of the CAHES
Dr. Renita Marshall, Vice Chancellor for Academic & Student Services at the Southern University Ag Center (SU Ag Center or SUAREC)/ Associate Dean of the College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences (CAHES), has been named the Interim Dean of CAHES.
January 27, 2026
The SU Ag Center is Now Accepting Meat Pre-orders for the 83rd Annual Livestock Show
The Southern University Ag Center will host its 83rd Annual State Livestock and Poultry Show from Feb. 26 – 28, 2026, at the Maurice A. Edmond Livestock Arena. In preparation for the show, the Livestock Show Office is now accepting pre-orders of non-processed choice meats from various livestock.
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Reaching 64 of Louisiana’s Parishes
With a presence in nearly every corner of Louisiana, Southern University Ag Center is dedicated to making an impact statewide. Explore our programs and resources near you, and join a network committed to enriching our communities.
Ascension
Calcasieu
East Baton Rouge
"Southern University isn’t just a place where I’m earning a degree—it’s a launchpad for my future. It’s where I’ve turned passion into purpose, where I’ve grown roots in my field, and where I’m being prepared to change the landscape of agriculture for generations to come."
Leslie Womack, II
Southern University College of Ag, Plant and Soil Sciences
