Set in the heart of the southern United States, Louisiana is a state with a variety of both cultural and natural landscapes. With its largest city New Orleans drawing not only many students, but many tourists and travelers each year, Louisiana is at the heart of the new ?South.? Here is where students can immerse themselves in a variety of languages including French, Spanish, Creole, and cultures …
The State of Louisiana has a unique character thanks to its fascinating history as both a Spanish and a French Colony during the 19th century. This, combined with the large influx of West-African natives created a cultural melting pot that gives Louisiana a distinct flavor. Between the uplands and the alluvial region, the state constitutes a diverse natural environment, one that is best seen and e…
Known as one of the great diplomatic and nation-building moves in the history of the United States, the Louisiana Purchase was completed in 1803 and created a country almost twice the size it was the day prior to the deal. Even though the state and territory?s rich history includes the establishment of renowned universities like Tulane in New Orleans and LSU in Baton Rouge, the creation of a techn…
