Southern University Seeks $19M to Bridge Funding Gap
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Southern University Systems interim president, Orlando McMeans, urges Louisiana lawmakers to address a $1.2 billion funding gap, requesting an initial $19 million. This comes after a White House letter highlighted states shortchanging Black land grant universities. McMeans seeks funds for practical upgrades, including security cameras, IT improvements, and student recruitment. Lawmakers face budget constraints, but the conversation on long-standing inequities continues.
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