XULA BUILD

We're proud to be one of more than 50 public and private partners in a statewide effort that has won the largest and most competitive grant ever awarded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) up to $160 million over the next 10 years. The NSF Louisiana Transition Engine (NSF Engines) grant is focused on energy transition and decarbonization of Louisiana’s industrial corridor and will support Future Use of Energy in Louisiana, or FUEL.

FUEL is driven to focus on influencing three core functions: Use-Inspired Research and Development, Workforce Development, and Translation of Innovation to Practice/Technology Commercialization.

As a core partner in FUEL, is strongly represented in the partnership and played a crucial role in developing the core functional areas.

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Attention, December grads! Applications to be a Technician are open until Monday, December 18th!

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Closing out is Biology major, Kayla! She chose as XULA is known for sending the most Black students to medical school. XULA helped her discover her passion for research and in the future, she plans to obtain her Ph.D. in genetics or immunology.

's Biology major, Ja'Lynn! She chose for the university's nurturing environment. In the future, she plans to pursue medical school to become a dermatologist.

's Biology major, Makenzi! She chose because she knew XULA was the best university to prepare her for a healthcare career. In the future, she plans to attend dental school.

's Biology major, Christopher! He chose as he was inspired to attend a school with other Black students who share similar goals. He plans to pursue his MD to become a physician and also plans to further contribute to research.

's Biology major, Kai! She chose from the sense of community and family she felt after visiting the campus. She believes XULA has provided her with the education and preparation necessary to be a leader beyond the classroom! She plans to obtain her M.S. in Biomedical Sciences and pursue medical school.

's Neuroscience major, A'yanna! She chose as the support she received from Xavierites made her quickly recognize how Xavier is like family! She plans to obtain her master's degree and earn her MD to contribute to medicine and research.

's Biology major, Jamiah! She chose knowing XULA would provide her with the comfort and opportunities to confidently enter the healthcare field. She plans to engage in medical practice and research in the future.

's Chemistry major, Amanda! She initially chose for her interest in engineering but pivoted to science after falling in love with chemistry! She plans to pursue her Ph.D. in chemistry, hoping to develop vaccines and medications for the community.