University Council

The University Council is a representative body, composed of administrators and additional campus leaders, that facilitates and oversees the activities of the University. 

It advises the President, the Provost, and other administrators of the University with attention to the educational objectives of the University and matters that affect the common interests of faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders. It also assists in formulating policies.

University Council Members

University Council Member Profiles

Andy Benoit portrait
  • Vice President for Student Success

As vice president for Student Success, Dr. Benoit leads efforts focused on the entire student life cycle — from recruitment and retention to graduation and career outcomes.

Kumar Das
  • Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation

Geoffrey Stewart
  • Interim Vice President for Advancement & Strategy
  • Associate Professor

Associate Dean of Administration and Academic Affairs Dianne Olivier
  • Interim Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
  • Professor of Educational Foundations and Leadership

Leah Orr headshot
  • Department Head
  • Flora Levy/BORSF Professor
  • Faculty Senate President

Dr. Leah Orr is a Flora Levy/BORSF Professor and Department Head.

Andy Benoit portrait
  • Vice President for Student Success

As vice president for Student Success, Dr. Benoit leads efforts focused on the entire student life cycle — from recruitment and retention to graduation and career outcomes.

Karl Zeche
  • Interim CEO for the UL Lafayette Foundation
  • Chief Financial & Administrative Officer for the UL Lafayette Foundation