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Event: Lafayette Nursing & Allied Health Career Fair

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Event: Lafayette Business, IT, Technical Studies & STEM Career Fair

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Event: Lafayette Liberal Arts & Humanities Career Fair

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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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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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What is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)?
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly called Food Stamps) helps eligible …

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Job Search: Getting Your Dream Job After a Long Career Break

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Fact Sheet: SNAP Student Eligibility

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