# Southern U Launches First HBCU Chemical Engineering Program

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Podcast: [Baton Rouge News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/baton-rouge-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7575259)
Published: 2026-06-17T12:15:35+00:00
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Southern University is breaking new ground as Louisiana’s first HBCU to offer a bachelor’s in chemical engineering — a bold move set to launch in 2026-2027, blending hands-on labs with core STEM skills to fuel innovation, expand workforce opportunities, and position the university as a leader in engineering education and economic growth. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/147bf2e6f2c6f22e

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