Lafayette in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
1920-1929
— ULL Walk of Honor —
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, May 27, 2023
1. 1920-1929 Marker
•In 1920, the Main Building was renamed Martin Hall in honor of Louisiana Sen Robert. Martin, who introduced legislation that created SLII
• 1920 enrollment 280-number of faculty 26.
• In 1921, SLII became a college and conferred its first bachelor's degrees.
• SLII was renamed Southwestern Louisiana Institute in 1921.
Erected 2000 by Alumni and Friends of the University.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education.
Location. 30° 12.92′ N, 92° 1.109′ W. Marker is in Lafayette, Louisiana, in Lafayette Parish. Marker is on 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. 1910-1919 (a few steps from this marker); 1930-1939 (a few steps from this marker); 1940-1949 (a few steps from this marker); 1900-1909 (a few steps from this marker); 1898-1899 (a few steps from 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.
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Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, May 27, 2023
2. 1920-1929 Marker
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, May 27, 2023
3. 1920-1929 Marker
Walk of Honor Dedication plaque
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 52 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 3, 2023, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
