LSU College of Agriculture honors class of 2024 at Fall Commencement

On Thursday, December 19, 2024, the LSU College of Agriculture awarded a total of 123 degrees during the fall commencement ceremony. Among the graduates were 91 recipients of bachelor's degrees, 22 recipients of master's degrees, and 10 recipients of doctorates.

The fall class of 2024 is composed of students from 26 Louisiana parishes, 15 states, and 8 countries.

This graduating class is approximately 58% female with an average age in the early twenties. Over 80% of the graduates began their college careers as freshmen at LSU—most beginning their careers in the 2020-2021 school year. The youngest undergraduate is 20 years old, and our most seasoned undergraduate is 35. Our youngest graduate student is 23 years old and our veteran graduate student is 52. 

The college acknowledged the graduates for their exceptional academic performance and various honors and distinctions.

Moreover, this semester 2 of our undergraduate students are among the students receiving the University medal. This medal is awarded to students with the highest grade point average. Medalists include: Will Dubecq, Plant and Soil Systems and Haley Adams, Textiles, Apparel Design, and Merchandising.

The Engaged Citizen Program was established by The Center for Community Engagement, Learning, and Leadership with LSU Campus Life. This program seeks to support and recognize the accomplishments of undergraduate students who contributed significantly with their communities to address critical needs. Within the College of Agriculture, Raina Washington was recognized from Environmental Management Systems.

Congratulations to all the College of Agriculture graduates!