Ourso College News

Latest News

Louisiana Economy Forecasting Model Provides Projections for Q1 2025 through Q4 2025

The Louisiana Economy Forecasting Model, maintained by the Department of Economics, provides economic forecasts for Louisiana and the state’s nine metropolitan areas for the current quarter and three quarters ahead. The forecasts for the first quarter of 2025 through the fourth quarter of 2025 suggest continuing slow growth in state economic activity and slow employment growth in all but four metro areas.

Faculty Sptlight: Ron Niedrich on the Future of Marketing

The marketing industry is evolving faster than ever, driven by technological innovations and consumer expectations. Dr. Ronald W. Niedrich, Professor and Robert S. Greer Chair in Marketing at the LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business, is well-versed in preparing students for this changing landscape. From serving for over 25 years in his position to his passion for blending academic rigor with real-world application, Dr. Niedrich exemplifies the excellence and innovation that define LSU.

Marcus meeting with Ghana's foreign minister

Making a Global Impact: One MPA Student's Journey in Public Service

From Ghana to Capitol Hill, LSU grad Marcus Ashiangmor's (MPA, '24) journey has been one of impactful public service. Just a few months after interning for Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA), he earned the prestigious Astrid Merget Award. Discover how his upbringing, LSU Business education, and Capitol Hill experience shaped his dedication to public service and his future in data-driven policy.

Ourso On the Geaux – February 2025

Read the latest issue of Ourso on the Geaux, the official e-newsletter of the E. J. Ourso College of Business. This month, a snowstorm turned the Business Education Complex into a winter wonderland, we opened nominations for the 2025 Hall of Distinction, and more.

Business Faculty Receive 2025 Provost’s Fund for Innovation in Research Awards

The Office of Research & Economic Development announced that three Ourso College faculty have received awards from the 2025 Provost’s Fund for Innovation in Research: Anmol Soni (Public Administration), Paola Ugalde (Economics), and Andrew Schwarz (Entrepreneurship & Information Systems).

LSU Business Students Support Companies to Secure Growth Capital Through Venture Capital Apprentice Program

Last fall, 41 LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business students provided research and strategy support for eight local companies seeking venture capital. These efforts are part of the Venture Capital Apprentice Program (VCAP) formed by Nexus Louisiana (NexusLA), Innovation Catalyst and the Red Stick Angel Network in collaboration with the E. J. Ourso College and LSU Innovation Park.

Navigating Internships and the Role of Industry Experience

LSU Manship School of Mass Communication graduate and current Flores MBA student Cecilia Shahrdar shares insights on the importance of internships.

2025 LSU 100 and LSU ROARING 20 Nominations & Applications Now Open

LSU announces the opening of nominations and applications for the 2025 LSU100: Fastest Growing Tiger Businesses and for the LSU ROARING20: Highest Revenue Generating Tiger Businesses.

LSU Alum Madison Menou Found a Home in the Energy Sector by Thinking Creatively

A 2022 graduate with a general business degree, Madison now works as a scheduling analyst for Venture Global LNG, where she ensures natural gas flows smoothly to facilities on Louisiana’s coast.

Ourso in the Media

January 14, 2025

LSU's Andrew Schwarz Delivers Remarks on AI at Baton Rouge Press Club: Andrew Schwarz, Professor in the Stephenson Department of Entrepreneurship & Information Systems, served as guest speaker at the Press Club of Baton Rouge on Monday, Jan. 13, where he spoke about the growing use of AI in business and education.

January 6, 2025

LSU's Scott Abrahams Explores AI Impacts on U.S. Labor Demand: Scott Abrahams, Assistant Professor of Economics, collaborated with Frank Levy, MIT Rose Professor Emeritus, on a new study examining how AI could deliver a major shock to national production and labor markets, and the potential impacts on the United States without adjustments to government policy.

November 12, 2024

Ourso Alumni Recognized in Business Report's "Forty Under 40": Eight Ourso alumni were recognized on this year’s “Forty Under 40” list, published by the Greater Baton Rouge Business Report. The list recognizes trailblazing business and community leaders who are driving transformational impacts across both Baton Rouge and Louisiana at-large.

October 31, 2024

Finance Faculty Appears on “Line Your Own Pockets” Podcast: Seyed Kazempour, Assistant Professor of Finance, recently appeared on the Line Your Own Pockets podcast, hosted by Dave Mabe and Michael Nauss, to discuss his recent paper “Finfluencers”, co-authored with Ali Kakhbod (UC Berkeley), Dmitry Livdan (UC Berkeley) and Norman Schuerhoff (Swiss Finance Institute). The paper examined the accuracy – or lack thereof – of financial and investing advice given by social media influencers.

August 8, 2024

Finance Professor Sheds Light on Recent Market Volatility: Professor Rajesh Narayanan from the LSU Department of Finance spoke with the Baton Rouge Business Report to explore recent market turbulence, identifying a "confluence of factors," including Japan's interest rate hike and weaker-than-expected U.S. tech earnings, responsible for the fluctuations.

August 4, 2024

LSU Professor Explores Artificial Intelligence Regulation in Talk Show Interview: In a recent interview with Brian Haldane of Talk 107.3, Professor Andrew Schwarz from the Stephenson Department of Entrepreneurship & Information Systems delved into the complex topic of regulating AI, exploring the necessity of regulatory guardrails and potential pitfalls, particularly in response to concerns regarding deep fakes, consumer privacy, and national security.

June 14, 2024

LSU Professor Authors Op-Ed on Artificial Intelligence Impacts on Louisiana: In an op-ed with the Times-Picayune/NOLA.com, Professor Andrew Schwarz from the Stephenson Department of Entrepreneurship & Information Systems discusses how artificial intelligence can have potential benefits for the state of Louisiana, and the importance of striking a balance with regulations.

May 19, 2024

LSU agribusiness program honoring late Gilster-Mary Lee president now accepting applications: Don Welge, the late president of Gilster-Mary Lee, had a vision. He wanted to start a new kind of agricultural program at his alma mater of Louisiana State University.

April 25, 2024

LSU CCACSA Hosts Annual Student Support Summit: LSU’s Cox Communications Academic Center for Student-Athletes recently hosted it annual Student Support Summit which focused on Educational Exploration and Maneuvering the Academic Metaverse.

Ourso on the Geaux Newsletter

Get the insider information on the college directly to your inbox once a month.

Please don't fill out this input box.

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

I authorize that all information provided on this application, including any and all personal data, may be shared with the Division of Strategic Communications and, or the LSU E.J. Ourso College of Business. This data will be retained indefinitely. To learn more about privacy at LSU, please see the LSU Privacy Statement at lsu.edu/privacy.

Data Consent*

I authorize

Upcoming Events

View Full Calendar

students in caps and gowns at graduation

Share Your Story

Business Alumni, we want to keep up with you. Let us know where you are and what you do. We'd love to feature you.

Share Your News

Graduates in caps and gowns at diploma ceremony.

Update Your Contact

Ourso Alumni are on the geaux. Make sure we've got your latest contact information so we can stay in touch.

Update Alumni Contact

Contact Us

Contact the External Relations Team for all things media, marketing, communications, events, and design.

Meet the External Relations Team

This website uses cookies to ensure site visitors get the best experience on our website. By continuing to use this site, you accept our use of cookies and Privacy Statement. To learn more, please visit LSU Privacy Statement.