Editor’s Note: With tuition-free education programs as well as a 2017/2018 filled performance schedule, the New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) is a cultural staple in New Orleans. Maddy Morris wanted to investigate not only the successes of NOBA but also the challenges and how the association stuck to its mission and worked with the community to come back after odds that many would consider “insurmountable.”
Jenny Hamilton, Executive Director of the New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA), chats with me about her struggles and ultimate determination and passion to get herself, her non-profit organization, and her wonderful dancers through Hurricane Katrina. Interview took place at The Chevron Studio at Lyons NORDC Center. Conducted by Maddy Morris.
[Editor’s Note: This reflection was captured as part of an English class taught by Gaurav Desai to document memories of Hurricane Katrina]
Waves of Change–The Impact of Political Tides on Louisiana’s Environmental Future
Healthy Gulf has been a cornerstone in safeguarding Louisiana’s natural and human resources through sustainable and equitable practices. But a new threat looms with Governor Jeff Landry’s recent consolidation proposal, which aims to merge crucial coastal management with the Department of Energy and Natural Resources. Writer Leah Claman delves into the complexities of this proposal, breaking it down for those unfamiliar with environmental policy, and sheds light on what this could mean for the future of Louisiana’s coast and its communities.
Earthtalk: Retaining starts with repurposing – Green Light New Orleans
This piece spotlights Green Light New Orleans, a non-profit dedicated to promoting collective engagement in sustainability practices in local households. Author Brett Steinberg discusses the non-profit's Rain Barrel program, effectively combining art and water conservation.
