Clubs, Chapters, & Networks

Wherever you land after Lafayette, there's a good chance a fellow Ragin' Cajun isn't far away.

Clubs vs. Chapters — what's the difference?

Ragin' Cajun Clubs are organized by geography — city, parish, state, or metro area. Clubs typically host at least one event a year, like a crawfish boil or a pregame tailgate when the team is in town.

Alumni Chapters are organized by college or shared interest instead of location — think the College of the Arts Alumni Chapter or the Christiana Smith African American Alumni Chapter. Most chapters are based in the Acadiana area and meet annually, often around a tailgate or campus event.

Ragin' Cajuns Nation Map

See where fellow Ragin' Cajuns have landed across the country.

Alumni Chapters across U.S. and Malaysia

Find Your People

Ragin' Cajun clubs are alumni organizations with members from specific geographic regions (e.g., city, parish, state, metropolitan area). They provide opportunities for alumni to connect and network within their local regions while supporting and promoting the University's activities and programs locally. Ragin' Cajun clubs typically host at least one event annually, such as a crawfish boil or pregame tailgate when Ragin' Cajuns athletic teams are in town. 

If you're interested in volunteering or serving in a leadership role in a club, we'd love to hear from you! Sign up here and look for "Alumni Clubs & Chapters" under the committees section. If you want to bring a Ragin' Cajun Club to your region, contact alumni@louisiana.edu 

Check out the list of active clubs and join fellow Ragin' Cajuns at the next organized event in your area!

Club NamePresidentSocial Media
Ark-La-TexCourtney Harmon '06Facebook
AtlantaBeverly Black '86Facebook
Baton RougeDr. Chris Yandle '04Facebook
CaliforniaReginald Roberson '00Facebook
CarolinasKatrina Owen '90Facebook
Chicago MetroDennis Dent '06Facebook
ColoradoFrankie Quintana '11Facebook
Dallas/Fort WorthShawn LeBlanc '81Facebook
HoustonEmma Taylor '24Facebook
MalaysiaYap Yun Fatt '87Facebook
New OrleansForrest Ladd '15Facebook
NorthshoreApril Ricks '98Facebook
San AntonioLeslie Gautreaux '02, '04Facebook
West LouisianaSteve LeBlanc '78Facebook

Alumni chapters are alumni organizations with members from specific colleges or interest groups (e.g., College of the Arts Alumni Chapter; Christiana Smith African American Alumni Chapter). Most alumni chapters are based in the Acadiana area and meet annually, often in conjunction with a tailgate or other campus event. 

If you're interested in volunteering or serving in a leadership role in a chapter, we'd love to hear from you! Sign up here and look for "Alumni Clubs & Chapters" under the committees section.

Browse our list of active chapters to find one that interests you!

Chapter NamePresidentSocial Media
College of the Arts Alumni ChapterBrett Babineaux '97Facebook
B.I. Moody III College of Business Administration Alumni ChapterGrayson Stepanek '22, '24Facebook
Christiana Smith African American Alumni ChapterTerry Dugas '13Get Involved
College of Education & Human Development Alumni ChapterAmanda Shackelford, '05, '11, '24Facebook
College of Engineering Alumni ChapterBridget Meaux '10Facebook
College of Liberal Arts Alumni ChapterAmanda Gary '05, '08Facebook
College of Nursing & Health Sciences Alumni ChapterPaige Poynot '11Facebook
Ray P. Authement College of Sciences Alumni ChapterStella Arabie 
R.L. Carmouche TRIO Alumni ChapterVacant presidency | If you're interested in a leadership role as a TRIO alum, please contact Cecilia.adams1@louisiana.edu  
Sigma Nu Alumni ChapterLouis Roth '77 
SGA Alumni ChapterClaire Pettit Arabie '07 '11 '16Facebook
University College Alumni ChapterAndre David '16Facebook

Alumni networks offer opportunities for alumni to connect based on shared interests, location or experiences at UL Lafayette. These networks celebrate the University and act as local advocates for its mission and values. Networks may organize events and programming to increase alumni engagement across all age groups, interests and areas of study. 

If you're interested in volunteering or serving in a leadership role in a network, we'd love to hear from you! Sign up here and look for "Alumni Clubs & Chapters" under the committees section. If you're interested in creating an alumni network, contact alumni@louisiana.edu 

Explore our active alumni networks and join a community to support and connect with fellow alumni!

Network NameLeadershipSocial Media
Delta Tau DeltaSeth Benton '25 and Jonathan Adams '20 
Golden Ambassador SocietyDalta Gary '59 
HonorsJaime Carroll '10 
International AlumniFaryal Atif '20Facebook
Ragin' Cajun Veterans Alumni NetworkKeith Thibodeaux '90Facebook
Red Jackets Alumni NetworkCorrine Randazzo '54 
LIFE Alumni NetworkNicole Trumps Facebook

Support a Ragin' Cajun Club, Alumni Chapter or Network

You can show your support today by making a gift to any Ragin' Cajun Club or Alumni Chapter or Network !

Start a Chapter

Don't see one for your city or community? If you'd like to inquire about starting a new club, chapter or network please contact alumni@louisiana.edu or 337-482-0900.