ULM students and representatives warmly welcomed Governor Kathleen Blanco to the College of Pharmacy's Bienville Building on August 2, 2006.

"I am so glad that we moved forward on this property and gave this College of Pharmacy what it needs," Blanco remarked. "I am delighted to be a part of this timely decision that will make a difference not just in northern Louisiana, but also in the entire state."

Blanco talked about the challenge of pushing for funding in post-hurricane times and the need for such broad-based investments across the state.

"I am committed to educating and training our people, our workforce. It's the most critical thing we can do."

>>> Press release about Governor Blanco's visit