Students spread Ragin’ Cajun spirit on ESPN

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Football fans who tuned in to ESPN to watch the 91³Ō¹Ļ Ragin’ Cajuns compete this fall were treated to some lagniappe.

The network aired a 30-second spot during the Cajuns’ televised games that features UL Lafayette students. After a casting call this summer, six students landed speaking roles: Brooks Haack, Charliese West, Cris Matochi, Morgan Meaux, Evan Melancon, and Alexandria Green. About a dozen ā€œextrasā€ got some screen time, too.

ā€œThe video captures who we are as a university. Engaging graphics and text make it stand apart from other university videos,ā€ said Aaron Martin, director of Communications and Marketing at the University. ā€œIt’s a strong reflection of our brand, and the energy of our students.ā€

The University partnered with Holbrook Media and The Colony for filming and production assistance. Anyone who missed the ESPN broadcasts can watch the ā€œThis is Your Timeā€ spot at           admissions.louisiana.edu.