Louisiana 2011 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HR126

Introduced
6/21/11  

Caption

Commends Southern University at New Orleans upon being named the state's safest postsecondary education institution by StateUniversity.com

Impact

The resolution emphasizes the importance of safety in educational institutions, serving as a reminder of the significance placed on campus safety in the legislative agenda. While it does not modify any laws or impose any new regulations, HR126 reinforces state-wide acknowledgment of best practices in campus safety which can influence future policies aimed at maintaining and improving safety standards across educational institutions in Louisiana.

Summary

House Resolution 126 commends Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) for being named the state's safest postsecondary education institution by StateUniversity.com. This recognition is attributed to SUNO's outstanding safety ratings, where it achieved a score of 98.18, ranking first amongst Louisiana's postsecondary institutions for the second consecutive year. Furthermore, SUNO's safety performance also placed it nineteenth nationally, highlighting its commitment to providing a secure educational environment.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HR126 is overwhelmingly positive, reflecting state pride in SUNO's achievements. The resolution is a unifying gesture that acknowledges the hard work of the faculty, staff, and students, contributing to a safe learning environment. It presents SUNO as a role model for other institutions and encourages them to adopt similar practices to enhance campus security.

Contention

While HR126 is a commendatory resolution that invokes no direct contention, it might lead to discussions about funding and resources allocated for safety measures in postsecondary institutions. There may be questions regarding how to maintain safety standards or whether this recognition affects the prioritization of safety funding among institutions within the state.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HR171

Commends Southern University at New Orleans and the University of New Orleans for the establishment of a joint collaborative program in engineering for undergraduate students

LA HR48

Commends Younne Anthony Reid, head coach of Southern University at New Orleans' women's track and field team, on being named Coach of the Year for the NAIA Southern Region 2018 Indoor Track and Field season

LA SR176

Commends Dr. Victor Ukpolo on his leadership and service as Chancellor of Southern University at New Orleans.

LA SCR5

Expresses condolences upon the death of Dr. Emmett W. Bashful, the first chancellor of Southern University-New Orleans.

LA HR172

Commends the students, faculty, and staff of Southern Universtiy at New Orleans on the establishment of a westbank campus at the L.B. Landry/O. Perry Walker High School site

LA SCR77

Requests the Louisiana State Board of Nursing, Southern University School of Nursing, and Southern University at New Orleans to collaborate on the process and procedures required for the establishment of a nursing education program on the campus of Southern University at New Orleans.

LA SR55

Commends Younne Anthony Reid for his accomplishments as head track coach at Southern University at New Orleans.

LA HCR89

Requests that the Board of Regents study jointly with their respective management boards the possibility of revising the classification and admission standards of the University of New Orleans and Southern University at New Orleans.

LA HR173

Commends the students, faculty, staff, and administration of Southern University at New Orleans on the establishment of a bachelor of science degree program in forensic science

LA HB537

Provides for the transfer of UNO from the LSU System to the UL System and specifies goals for the postsecondary education delivery system for the New Orleans region (REF INCREASE GF EX See Note)

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.