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Dr. Joseph N. Abraham, the author of Kings, Conquerors, Psychopaths: From Alexander to Hitler to the Corporation, shares insights about his latest book published by the UL Press, in this podcast episode of Discover Lafayette. Dr. Abraham graduated from UL-Lafayette and earned his M. D. at Tulane University. An E. R. doctor for over 30 […]
R. Hamilton Davis, known to everyone as “Hammy” is a native of Lafayette and comes from a large family which has deep roots in Lafayette. In this episode of Discover Lafayette, Hammy shares his love of his family and community. With a heart for working effectively in programs that directly improve the lives of those less fortunate than himself, Hammy speaks highly in […]
Camille Pavy Claibourne has a beautiful voice and uses it to tell the story of others. Delving into the issues surrounding care of our elders as well as death and final decision-making, Camille Claibourne brings more than forty years of nursing experience to the table as she shares lessons learned from those who are dying. Early in […]
Jan Risher is a freelance writer and author of Long Story Short: Year of the Water Goat, a must read for anyone considering adopting internationally. She writes a weekly column for the Sunday edition of the Acadiana Advocate in Lafayette, LA which centers on the human condition; she was previously a writer for the Daily […]
Lafayette Crime Stoppers began in 1983 with a mission to assist local law enforcement to fight crime by helping to overcome the two elements that inhibit public involvement: fear and apathy. Crime Stoppers provides a method for local law enforcement to receive information on crimes. These efforts increase tips, which in turn increase arrests in […]