Lafayette in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
1910-1919
ULL Walk of Honor
The first L'Acadien yearbook was published in 1912.
In 1916, SLII became a senior high school and junior college.
The Institute's Students Army Training Corps began in 1918.
Influenza epidemic closes campus for two weeks in 1918.
In 1919, President Stephens planted an oak tree in memory of SLII's first student to die in World War I, 17-year-old Stanley Martin.
Erected 2000 by Alumni and Friends of the University.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education.
Location. 30° 12.916′ N, 92° 1.112′ W. Marker is in Lafayette, Louisiana, in Lafayette Parish. Marker can be reached from East University Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 104 E University Ave, Lafayette LA 70504, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 1920-1929 (a few steps from this marker); 1930-1939 (a few steps from this marker); 1940-1949 (a few steps from this marker); 1898-1899 (within shouting distance of this marker); 1900-1909 (within shouting distance of this marker); 1950-1959 (within shouting distance of this marker); 1960-1969 (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Dr. Edwin L. Stephens (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lafayette.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 23, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 3, 2023, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 50 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 3, 2023, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.