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As an Alumni, you’ll always have a support system in place to help guide you through applying for new positions, searching for advice about beginning a job, looking for upcoming networking events, and continuing along in your professional or academic journey!

Whether you’re looking to contribute a guest blog, shedding light on an experience you had while interviewing for jobs for current students, or reading advice from fellow alumni about making a career change, the Alumni Community will be your one central place to access all the resources you need to feel supported post graduation.

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Unite Louisiana: Get Connected to Community ResourcesShare This: Share Unite Louisiana: Get Connected to Community Resources on FacebookShare Unite Louisiana: Get Connected to Community Resources on LinkedInShare Unite Louisiana: Get Connected to Community Resources on X
Unite Louisana platform houses many resources related to mental and physical health, pipelines to personal needs such a food, transportation …

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A collaborative effort to reduce recidivism, increase public safety, and create more jobs by employing justice-involved individuals across the State …

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JAC of Louisiana: Expungement ProgramShare This: Share JAC of Louisiana: Expungement Program on FacebookShare JAC of Louisiana: Expungement Program on LinkedInShare JAC of Louisiana: Expungement Program on X

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Many youth in the foster care system need additional time to prepare for life after foster care. Governor John Bel …

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Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)Share This: Share Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) on FacebookShare Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) on LinkedInShare Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) on X
Need help paying your energy bills? Find out if you’re eligible and learn how to apply through Louisiana Housing Corporation.

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