The New Orleans Saints and the New Orleans Pelicans have each named the University of Louisiana their Official Higher Education Partner.
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Academic partnerships between the University and Louisiana’s only professional sports franchises were finalized late last year, said Dr. Joseph Savoie, University of Louisiana president.
The three-year collaborations will give the UL students and recent graduates access to internships, practical career experiences and networking opportunities. The Saints and Pelicans will fund two annual scholarships at the University for qualified students.
The agreements permit UL to display advertising signage in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and in the Smoothie King Center, the respective homes of the Saints and Pelicans. In addition, the teams’ social media accounts and digital platforms will spotlight their partnerships with the University of Louisiana.
