Southern University at New Orleans (La.)
SUNO's History
Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) was founded as a branch unit of Southern University and Agricultural & Mechanical College in Baton Rouge (SUBR) on September 4, 1956. On September 21, 1959, SUNO opened its doors on a 17-acre site located in historic Pontchartrain Park, a subdivision of primarily African American single-family residents in eastern New Orleans. Established as an open community of learners, classes began with 158 freshmen, one building and a motivated faculty of 15. The University offered 10 courses in four academic disciplines: Humanities, Science, Social Science and Commerce. Visit suno.edu to learn more.
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SUNO Culture
Today, SUNO serves as a beacon for those looking for educational advancement in an environment that provides the personal attention students need for success. Our mission is to be one of America’s premier institutions of higher learning and to graduate students ready to contribute to the city and nation.
What to know about SUNO
As an HBCU, we care about traditions. Future SUNO student-athletes will be welcomed into a family-oriented culture where their academic achievement and athletic development is nurtured and celebrated. Graduation and life after SUNO are essential aspects of our programs for our student-athletes.
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