A History of Higher Louisiana Education with Barry Erwin, July 8, 2026

Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Public Policy Center

Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Public Policy Center

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On July 8, 2026 the Blanco Center welcomed Barry Erwin of Leaders for a Better Louisiana for an engaging discussion on the history of higher education in Louisiana, tracing its evolution from the early colonial period to the present day.

His presentation explored how many of the questions that shaped Louisiana's postsecondary system over time continue to influence today's policy conversations—from access and attainment to funding, governance, institutional structure, and the broader role of higher education in our state.