LSU Foundation

LSU Foundation Board of Directors member Roy O. Martin III was awarded an honorary Doctor of Engineering degree last week in recognition of his enduring impact on LSU and the future of engineering in Louisiana.

A two-time LSU alumnus with a degree in mechanical engineering and an MBA, Roy’s leadership and generosity have played pivotal roles in elevating academic excellence and in positioning LSU as a driver of progress for the state and beyond. Thank you, Roy, for your commitment to opening doors for others and helping shape Louisiana’s future, starting here at LSU.

Read more about Roy’s special recognition:

LSU Honors Roy O. Martin III with Honorary Doctorate for Decades of Leadership, Philanthropy and Service BATON ROUGE, La. — On Saturday evening, LSU recognized alumnus, longtime supporter, and business leader Roy O. Martin III with an honorary doctorate for his decades of transformative leadership, philanthropy, and service to the LSU System and the state of Louisiana.

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