Dr. Norman Francis
Louisiana Legends Gala
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Awards
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 2003-06-29
Duration: 00:09:55
Subjects: Francis, Norman C., 1931- | Xavier University of Louisiana | HIGHER EDUCATION
Contributors:
- Courtney, Beth Host
- Morial, Sybil Interviewee
- Francis, Norman Speaker
Description
This segment from the 2003 Louisiana Legends Gala features a profile and a speech by Dr. Norman Francis accepting his recognition as a Louisiana Legend. Dr. Francis, a native of Lafayette, has served as the president of Xavier University in New Orleans since 1968. The profile includes an interview with his colleague Sybil Morial. Host: Beth Courtney