The recipient entity's physical address:
           1201 North Third Street
Suite 7-300
Baton Rouge, LA 70802

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           1201 North Third Street
Suite 7-300
Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Type of Entity (for instance, a nonprofit corporation):  Non-Profit Corporation

If the entity is a corporation, list the names of the incorporators:
          

The last four digits of the entity's taxpayer ID number:  7408

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $75,000

What type of request is this?  General Appropriation

Is this entity in good standing with the Secretary of State?  Yes

Provide the name of each member of the recipient entity's governing board and officers:
           Richard "Rick" Gallot
Executive Director
1201 North 3rd Street, Suite 7-300
Baton Rouge, LA, 70802

Mr. Alejandro "Al" Perkins
Member
ULS Foundation 18055 Charolais Dr
Prairieville, LA 70769 aperkins@hamsil.com

Rev. Chris Andrews
Chairman
ULS Foundation
100 Lafayette St, Suite 900 Baton Rouge, LA 70802 chandrews1965@gmail.com

Mr. Edward J. Crawford III
Member
ULS Foundation
333 Texas St, Suite 2300
Shreveport, LA 71101 ejcrawford@atcoinvestment.com



Mr. Robbie Robinson
Secretary
ULS Foundation 1506 Berwick Bend
Zachary, LA 70791 popsno2@hotmail.com

Mr. Mike Woods
Member
ULS Foundation P O Box 65300
Shreveport, LA 71136-5300 woodsop53@gmail.com

Claire Norris
VP of President, UL System
1201 North 3rd Street, Suite 7-300
Baton Rouge, LA, 70802

Kecia Neal
Director of Business Operations
1201 North 3rd Street, Suite 7-300
Baton Rouge, LA, 70802

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           The University of Louisiana System (UL System) proposes a study abroad project for UL System students to spend a semester abroad. Participants will immerse themselves in the local culture of their chosen destination while studying sustainable development practices, exposure to different cultures, climate, and environments. Through fieldwork, research projects, and interactions with local communities, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how culture and environmental sustainability intersect in diverse global contexts.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Professional Services. . . $0
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $0
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $0
          Operating Services. . . . $0
          Other Charges. . . . . . . $75,000

Does your organization have any outstanding audit issues or findings?  No

If 'Yes' is your organization working with the appropriate governmental agencies to resolve those issues or findings?
          Not Applicable

What is the entity's public purpose, sought to be achieved through the use of state monies?
          The public purpose of a study abroad program, supported by state monies, typically revolves around educational enrichment, cultural exchange, and the promotion of global understanding and cooperation. By funding study abroad programs, states aim to achieve several goals:

1. Global Competence: State-funded study abroad programs seek to enhance students' global competence by providing them with opportunities to develop cross-cultural communication skills, intercultural competence, and a deeper understanding of global issues and perspectives.

2. Academic Enrichment: State monies may be used to support study abroad programs that offer students access to academic opportunities not available at their home institutions. This can include specialized courses, research experiences, internships, and language immersion programs.

3. Cultural Exchange: Study abroad programs foster cultural exchange by allowing students to immerse themselves in different cultures, interact with people from diverse backgrounds, and gain firsthand experience of global diversity. This promotes mutual understanding, tolerance, and appreciation of cultural differences.

4. International Collaboration: State-funded study abroad initiatives contribute to international collaboration and cooperation in education by facilitating partnerships between institutions, promoting joint research projects, and fostering academic exchanges between students and scholars from different countries.

5. Career Development: Study abroad experiences supported by state monies can enhance students' employability by providing them with valuable international experience, cross-cultural communication skills, and a global perspective that are increasingly sought after by employers in today's interconnected world.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          1. Goal: Enhance Global Competence
• Objective: Provide students with opportunities to develop cross-cultural communication skills, intercultural competence, and a deeper understanding of global issues and perspectives through immersive cultural experiences and academic coursework.
2. Goal: Foster Academic Enrichment
• Objective: Offer students access to specialized courses, research opportunities, internships, and language immersion programs that enhance their academic and professional development and contribute to their overall educational experience.
3. Goal: Promote Cultural Exchange
• Objective: Facilitate meaningful interactions between students and local communities, encourage participation in cultural activities and events, and create opportunities for cultural immersion to foster mutual understanding, tolerance, and appreciation of culture
4. Goal: Facilitate International Collaboration
• Objective: Establish partnerships and collaborations between institutions in different countries, promote joint research projects, facilitate academic exchanges, and support the sharing of knowledge and expertise across borders.
5. Goal: Support Career Development
• Objective: Equip students with the skills, experiences, and global perspectives that enhance their employability and career readiness, provide resources and guidance for leveraging study abroad experiences in their future academic and professional endeavors.
6. Goal: Ensure Access
• Objective: Promote access to study abroad opportunities for students from all backgrounds, by offering scholarships, financial assistance, and support services to overcome barriers such as financial constraints or logistical challenges.

7. Goal: Enhance Program Quality and Impact
Objective: Continuously assess and improve study abroad programs to ensure they meet high standards of academic rigor, cultural relevance, safety, and effectiveness in achieving their educational and developmental objectives.

What is the proposed length of time estimated by the entity to accomplish the purpose?
           one year

If any elected or appointed state official or an immediate family member of such an official is an officer, director, trustee, or employee of the recipient entity who receives compensation or holds any ownership interest therein:
     (a) If an elected or appointed state official, the name and address of the official and the office held by such person:
                 N/A
    
     (b) If an immediate family member of an elected or appointed state official, the name and address of such person; the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related; and the nature of the relationship:
                 N/A

     (c) The percentage of the official's or immediate family member's ownership interest in the recipient entity, if any:
                 0

     (d) The position, if any, held by the official or immediate family member in the recipient entity:
                  N/A

If the recipient entity has a contract with any elected or appointed state official or an immediate family member of such an official or with the state or any political subdivision of the state:
(a) If the contract is with an elected or appointed state official, provide the name and address of the official and the office held by such person: 
               N/A

(b) If the contract is with an immediate family member of an elected or appointed state official:
          Provide the name and address of such person:
               N/A

          Provide the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related:
                N/A

          What is the nature of the relationship?  N/A

(c) If the contract is with the state or a political subdivision of the state, provide the name and address of the state entity or political subdivision of the state:
                 N/A

(d) The nature of the contract, including a description of the goods or services provided or to be provided pursuant to the contract:
               N/A


Contact Information
name:  Kecia Neal 
                                       address:  1201 North 3rd Street, Suite 7-300
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
                                       phone:  225 219 0276
                                       fax:  225 342
                                       e-mail:  Kecia.neal@ulsystem.edu
                                       relationship to entity:  Director of Business Operations