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NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal just earned his master's degree from LSU, and he couldn't resist trolling his best buddy Charles Barkley during the graduation ceremony. The playful jab is the latest chapter in one of sports broadcasting's most entertaining friendships.
Former first-round prospect Garrett Nussmeier fell to pick 249, but Kansas City's GM had the perfect welcome message. The LSU quarterback is joining Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid's championship program.
Senior Faith Torrez delivered a career-defining floor routine in her final college performance, clinching Oklahoma's fourth NCAA gymnastics championship in five years. With the pressure on and LSU ahead by a fraction, she scored 9.950 to secure the dynasty-extending win.
Children with a devastating form of epilepsy may soon have new hope thanks to promising trial results from an experimental treatment. Praxis Precision Medicines announced their drug elsunersen successfully reduced seizures in early testing for SCN2A-related epilepsy.
Marissa Reever just made history as the first woman to win gold in automotive technology at her Kansas school in 15 years. She's heading to nationals in Atlanta to represent her state.
LSU Tigers baseball turned a seven-run deficit into a thrilling 17-10 comeback victory against Kentucky, highlighted by Seth Dardar's go-ahead home run and epic bat flip in the eighth inning. The win shows why you should never count a team out, no matter how big the hole.
Medical students at LSU Health Shreveport organized their fifth annual walkathon to celebrate cancer survivors and support long-term wellness. One organizer, a third-year med student battling cancer herself, says the community support makes all the difference.
Duke's Ashlon Jackson sank her first-ever game-winning shot at the buzzer, a spinning 3-pointer that sent the Blue Devils to the Elite Eight with an 87-85 win over LSU. The dramatic finish capped a remarkable turnaround season for Duke, who won 24 of their last 26 games after starting 3-6.
In an era where college athletes constantly transfer schools, LSU basketball star Flau'jae Johnson stayed all four years and built something special. Her loyalty, work ethic, and unique personality (including a beloved bearded dragon) have made her a role model for teammates and fans alike.
Jake Scheid lost his sight to childhood cancer, but now the 20-year-old LSU student is shaving his head annually to fund research that could spare other kids his journey. His path from South Side Chicago football player to independent college student shows how resilience creates purpose.
Louisiana State University students developed 3D-printed beads that dissolve naturally and grow okra plants, offering a solution to the 46 tons of plastic beads that clogged New Orleans storm drains. Three parade krewes are testing the PlantMe Beads this Carnival season.
LSU, Southern University, and Baton Rouge Community College gathered for their annual MLK Unity Celebration, honoring Dr. King's vision through student awards and a powerful commitment to working together. The rotating event brought together leaders and students who pledged to continue building bridges across their campuses.
Students in Haryana can now wear religious and cultural items during exams without fear of being turned away. The new policy protects Sikh students carrying kirpans and married women wearing mangalsutras at testing centers across the state.
Four high school baseball players bonded at a diversity program in Arizona and discovered they'll all be teammates at LSU. The annual DREAM Series is building pathways for African American athletes while creating lasting friendships.
Jacob Savoie lost his memory to a rare brain disease during his LSU senior year, but nearly two decades later, he's sharing his survival story through a documentary that celebrates resilience and Louisiana's beauty. "My Missing Mind" screens in Baton Rouge this week as a tribute to healing and hope.