April 7, 2026

Whether you’re looking to lighten your fall workload or accelerate your progress, summer courses offer a flexible way to stay moving toward your goals.

Featured Summer Courses: 

Stress Management (KINE 2230)

Examines stress from psycho-physiological and behavioral perspectives. It will afford each student the opportunity to experience various strategies used in coping with stress. 

Ethics & Tech thru SciFi (CPST 3100)

Investigate ethical topics through the prism of classic science fiction stories that raise questions and engender discussion of modern philosophical views of human values as they relate to applied technology use.

Holocaust in Film & Literature (JWST 3440)

Examines the Holocaust from various perspectives, disciplines, and media (including history, literature, and film) to investigate the conditions and limitations of representations of the Holocaust.

Law & Gov't in American Society (GLSP 4350)

Examine the three branches of U.S. Government; assess the interplay between America's legal system and social structure; and analyze the impact of the legal system upon social, economic, and political relationships. 

Legal Aspects of Business (BSLS 3400)

Analyze the laws governing various business organizations and relationships, assess the responsibilities of businesses toward their consumers, evaluate the requirements, rights, and obligations that contracts create and more. 

Data & Environmental Decisions (MPAD 7420)

Examine the use of data in strengthening the effectiveness of decision-making related to civic sector concerns surrounding the natural environment. Emphasis will be on local and urban contexts, with students analyzing specific cases from New Orleans.

Media + Design students made a bold statement at the 2026 New Orleans ADDYs, racking up top honors and setting their sights on the next stage of the national competition.

Speakers explore the latest AI tools transforming business decisions, delivering actionable insights for students and professionals alike. View the event recording!

We’re celebrating your success stories. Did you or one of your SoPA peers accomplish something meaningful this year, complete a major project, or reach a personal milestone? Graduating students, tell us about your next step or a challenge you’ve conquered on your journey to commencement. You could be featured in Tulane Today!

Tulane SoPA Federal Virtual Career Fair

Thursday, Apr. 9, 2026 | 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. CST| Online

The Tulane School of Professional Advancement invites you to participate in our Federal Security Agency Virtual Career Fair hosted by the Emergency & Security Studies Program. The career fair will take place virtually via Zoom.

Tulane Earth Day Festival and Litter Sweep

Saturday, Apr. 11, 2026 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST | Uptown Campus

Tulane Earth Day Festival is an annual community event designed to promote environmental awareness and education by celebrating the earth. The festival consists of live music, local food, interactive activities, educational exhibits, and partnerships with community organizations and sustainable businesses. 

Ask your Career Advisor Anything

Friday, Apr. 17, 2026 | 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. CST| Online

Have career questions? Sometimes it's best to meet face-to-face! SoPA Career Advisor Susan de la Houssaye is hosting a virtual office hour so students can pop in to ask questions or just to chat.

A Career in Global Solidarity: Applying Education for Social Change

Wednesday, Apr. 15, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. CST| Uptown Campus

Senior Climate Advisor Stephanie Brancaforte will share her expertise in diplomacy and activism, providing insight into how students can mobilize their education to create social change. She will discuss her experience in peacemaking and climate initiatives across Europe, Africa and the Middle East. 

AI: From Code to Consequences

Friday, Apr. 17, 2026 | 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. | New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute

Saturday, Apr. 18, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Uptown Campus

This two-day event is free and open to the public, and will convene experts, thought leaders, and policy planners exploring the multidisciplinary aspects of AI across society, law, science, and policy. Participants will shed light on transformative technologies and how they are fundamentally (re)shaping our society. 

Crawfest 2026

Saturday, Apr. 18, 2026 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. CST | Uptown Campus

Crawfest returns to campus with live music and unlimited crawfish until it runs out. Students currently registered at Tulane University get a single ticket to Crawfest free of charge. Additional tickets are available for purchase. 

A sample of Tulane SoPA faculty, staff, and students who are mentioned in local and national news publications. 

Nola.com: Why Jenny Mains took a job as New Orleans deputy mayor, even though she could be 'anywhere'

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