2020 UL Development

[CajunVic]

There could have been a confidential meeting where demonstrations were made by PowerPoint or confidential document information that was retrieved after the meeting - view only - pending required NDA protections to move forward. In that instance, there may not be much on the plan. I do however agree that if someone resigned on the subject there should be emails and also emails setting up any meetings. I doubt there will be much on the substance of the proposed development, however.

What I do know, however, is that now the president is in a pickle and owes some explanation. Maybe there is one. Not listening is not an acceptable explanation.

[CajunT]

Lots of speculation.....

CajunT, why don't you do a FOI(Freedom of Information) request to expose all of this. If this is accurate, their will be a huge uproar within the community.

Here's what I've done along with most of the people that have spoken out on this subject that I personally know and Dr. Savoie's support of #BLM. I've called his and Dr. Blohm's phones and left messages, neither have called me back. In fact they have not returned no ones calls that have left messages calling for him to clarify his support for that organization and for justice and equality.

Supposedly he was to meet with some of the universities major benefactors, including one that had pledged upwards of $15m to $20m towards the development of the supposed medical school at the old Lady of Lords property. I doubt he will do anything different in the face of possibly losing millions of dollars in support for academics and athletics.

[Cajunfever]

Here's what I've done along with most of the people that have spoken out on this subject that I personally know and Dr. Savoie's support of #BLM. I've called his and Dr. Blohm's phones and left messages, neither have called me back. In fact they have not returned no ones calls that have left messages calling for him to clarify his support for that organization and for justice and equality.

Supposedly he was to meet with some of the universities major benefactors, including one that had pledged upwards of $15m to $20m towards the development of the supposed medical school at the old Lady of Lords property. I doubt he will do anything different in the face of possibly losing millions of dollars in support for academics and athletics.

Maybe I am missing something, what does the BLM comments have to do with the $750 million development offer?

If T Joe is not returning your call, send in a freedom of information request for both the $750 million development and the plans for development of the Lourdes property.

[Big Buds]

It’s a pretty big deal that nobody has chimed in defending T-Joe by now. Usually at this stage of a hot thread the other side of the pancake is exposed...very interesting. Breaks my heart that we didn’t even entertain this opportunity.

[Esqueleto]

It’s a pretty big deal that nobody has chimed in defending T-Joe by now. Usually at this stage of a hot thread the other side of the pancake is exposed...very interesting. Breaks my heart that we didn’t even entertain this opportunity.

If true, how can he be defended? It's nauseating just to think about. This needs to be investigated.

[CajunJeaux]

I agree 100%. It also feeds into a stereotype that our people may not be the brightest or most educated. I would walk away thinking, ‘If a deal that sounds this good can’t even generate a meeting with a university president, these are not serious people.’

This offer could also fulfill another stereotype: “If it sounds too good to be true, it’s probably not” haha

[SMD7636]

I once heard Dr. Maggard say “Louisiana being Louisiana” in reference to what’s holding our athletic department back. I didn’t understand that statement at the time, but I am starting to understand it. We can only go as far as T-Joe will let us. I believe this administration owes RCAF investors answers to these questions. There is too much speculation and not enough facts. Do we have a plan to develop an entertainment district around our athletic complex that will financially supplement the department?

As for BLM and investment opportunities, they are separate issues. Most people support both ending systemic racism and creating financial opportunities for our athletic department. It doesn’t seem like a coincidence that this information is coming out right now since T-Joe has taken a stance to support all students with anti racism policies. Someone clearly doesn’t agree with his stance on BLM, but if the information in this thread is true, we deserve answers to our lack financial investment in Louisiana athletics.

[JMV JustMyView]

I can say with out a shadow of a doubt that Bass Pro isnt coming to Lafayette, but at one time Lafayette was a spot they were interested in.

[VObserver]

I once heard Dr. Maggard say "Louisiana being Louisiana" in reference to what's holding our athletic department back. I didn't understand that statement at the time, but I am starting to understand it. We can only go as far as T-Joe will let us. I believe this administration owes RCAF investors answers to these questions. There is too much speculation and not enough facts. Do we have a plan to develop an entertainment district around our athletic complex that will financially supplement the department?

As for BLM and investment opportunities, they are separate issues. Most people support both ending systemic racism and creating financial opportunities for our athletic department. It doesn't seem like a coincidence that this information is coming out right now since T-Joe has taken a stance to support all students with anti racism policies. Someone clearly doesn't agree with his stance on BLM, but if the information in this thread is true, we deserve answers to our lack financial investment in Louisiana athletics.

Supporting BLM will not end racial injustice. In fact, BLM's manifesto clearly calls for actions which will create more conflict between races. BLM is also a proudly Marxist organization, as declared publicly and often by its leaders. And while we do have racism in this country, just as does every other country on the planet, we most assuredly do NOT have systemic racism.

[OldBullDog]

Supporting BLM will not end racial injustice. In fact, BLM's manifesto clearly calls for actions which will create more conflict between races. BLM is also a proudly Marxist organization, as declared publicly and often by its leaders. And while we do have racism in this country, just as does every other country on the planet, we most assuredly do NOT have systemic racism.

For once I would like to read a thread that stays on topic without you going down ____ road

[CajunVic]

I once heard Dr. Maggard say “Louisiana being Louisiana” in reference to what’s holding our athletic department back. I didn’t understand that statement at the time, but I am starting to understand it. We can only go as far as T-Joe will let us. I believe this administration owes RCAF investors answers to these questions. There is too much speculation and not enough facts. Do we have a plan to develop an entertainment district around our athletic complex that will financially supplement the department?

As for BLM and investment opportunities, they are separate issues. Most people support both ending systemic racism and creating financial opportunities for our athletic department. It doesn’t seem like a coincidence that this information is coming out right now since T-Joe has taken a stance to support all students with anti racism policies. Someone clearly doesn’t agree with his stance on BLM, but if the information in this thread is true, we deserve answers to our lack financial investment in Louisiana athletics.

Talking about Louisiana being Louisiana, Bucees was interested in locating in either BR or LAFAYETTE and threw in the towel because of State and Local political beauracracy.

[cajun4life]

For once I would like to read a thread that stays on topic without you going down ____ road

Here is a topic. Let’s take the money out of the equation and just say the developer would pay for the entire Cajun Field renovation. Why wouldn’t the administration take the free renovation for a retail/entertainment district surrounding the athletic complex. Why wouldn’t he want athletics to finally secure a foothold writhing Lafayette and Acadiana. Legitimize the Ragin Cajuns brand, and regain some footing lost to LSU over decades of neglect.

Or the deal with WalkOns that was completely separate from this deal and would have funded the full Russo Park plans. Nope, none of that was done.

Now let’s talk academic advancement. I started in 1998 and finished up in 2006, we have been a CUNY’s hair from Tier 1 since 1998....supposedly. But here we are in 2020 and we are no closer to Tier 1 or Carnegie 1. But we are progressing, T-Joe hasn’t done diddly poop.