Meet the University Presidents

Leadership team standing for a photo.

The presidents of the UL System’s nine universities bring a wide range of professional experience, from research and policy to industry and public service. Each lead with a deep understanding of their institution and its role in the region, guided by a commitment to student success and institutional growth. 

Together, they collaborate to strengthen the UL System as a whole, advancing academic excellence, expanding opportunity, and addressing Louisiana’s most pressing challenges through education. 

President Martin Lemelle Jr headshot

Martin Lemelle, DBA

Grambling State University

Jim henderson headshot

Jim Henderson, D.M.

Louisiana Tech University

Dr Rousse wade headshot

Wade Rousse, Ph.D.

McNeese State University

Jay clune headshot

Jay Clune, Ph.D.

Nicholls State University

James Genovese headshot

James Genovese, J.D.

Northwestern State University

William wainwright headshot

William Wainwright, Ph.D.

Southeastern Louisiana University

Headshot of Jaimie Hebert

Jaimie Hebert, Ph.D.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Carrie castille headshot

Carrie Castille, Ph.D.

University of Louisiana Monroe

Headshot of Kathy Johnson

Kathy Johnson, Ph.D.

University of New Orleans

 

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