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LSU’s Traci Birch dedicated her career to helping Louisiana recover and prepare for future storms, blending research, planning, and community collaboration statewide.
After Hurricane Katrina, LSU became a hub for emergency response, student aid, animal rescue, and recovery research—transforming tragedy into resilience and innovation for Louisiana and beyond.
After Katrina and Rita, LSU alum Allen Grant helped rebuild Louisiana’s shattered education system, expanding the Louisiana Virtual School to serve thousands of displaced students with online courses statewide.