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The Student Employee of the Year (SEOTY) program aims to recognize students who go above and beyond in their role. A student's exceptional effort could be demonstrated through a variety of contributions including communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and leadership.

Coastal areas desperately need building materials that can withstand extreme weather. LSU Civil and Environmental Engineering Assistant Professor Hai “Thomas” Lin and his PhD student Waleed Zaid have developed a treatment that makes wood as stiff as concrete and many times stronger than untreated lumber. Widespread adoption of the innovation could mean far more hurricane-resistant housing and more resilient coastal communities.