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Episode 80- Dr. Quenton Fontenot
On Episode 80 of The Grant O Show, we sit down with Dr. Quenton Fontenot — Director of Research and Sponsored Programs, Distinguished Service Professor, and Professor of Biological Sciences at Nicholls State University — for a wide-ranging conversation that bridges science, stewardship, and South Louisiana culture.
Dr. Fontenot plays a vital role in advancing research across Nicholls, mentoring faculty and students, and helping turn ideas into impactful, funded projects. His work extends beyond the classroom to The Nicholls Farm, a living laboratory where hands-on learning, ecological education, and coastal restoration intersect to prepare the next generation of scientists and conservation leaders.
Beyond science, Dr. Fontenot is also a founding member of the Cajun Music Preservation Society, working to protect and celebrate the music that tells the story of South Louisiana’s people. In this episode, we explore how environmental preservation and cultural preservation are deeply connected — both essential to sustaining the region’s identity.
Listeners will hear about:
• The future of research and innovation at Nicholls State University
• Louisiana’s most pressing ecological challenges — and reasons for hope
• The impact and potential of The Nicholls Farm
• Why Cajun music matters more than ever
• Mentorship, leadership, and preparing students for what’s next
This episode is a powerful reminder that protecting Louisiana means caring for both the land and the culture that define it.
Follow the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs on social media:
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SPONSORS FOR JANUARY:
- Southern Merch + Marketing
Follow Southern Merch + Marketing on social media:
- Spahr's Seafood
For more information on the Bayou Region Incubator, click here!
Music by Waylon Thibodeaux
Connect with us at The Grant O Show!
_____________________________________________
Send mail to:
The Grant O Show Podcast
203 West Second Street
Suite 19
Thibodaux, LA 70301
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By The Grant O ShowOn Episode 80 of The Grant O Show, we sit down with Dr. Quenton Fontenot — Director of Research and Sponsored Programs, Distinguished Service Professor, and Professor of Biological Sciences at Nicholls State University — for a wide-ranging conversation that bridges science, stewardship, and South Louisiana culture.
Dr. Fontenot plays a vital role in advancing research across Nicholls, mentoring faculty and students, and helping turn ideas into impactful, funded projects. His work extends beyond the classroom to The Nicholls Farm, a living laboratory where hands-on learning, ecological education, and coastal restoration intersect to prepare the next generation of scientists and conservation leaders.
Beyond science, Dr. Fontenot is also a founding member of the Cajun Music Preservation Society, working to protect and celebrate the music that tells the story of South Louisiana’s people. In this episode, we explore how environmental preservation and cultural preservation are deeply connected — both essential to sustaining the region’s identity.
Listeners will hear about:
• The future of research and innovation at Nicholls State University
• Louisiana’s most pressing ecological challenges — and reasons for hope
• The impact and potential of The Nicholls Farm
• Why Cajun music matters more than ever
• Mentorship, leadership, and preparing students for what’s next
This episode is a powerful reminder that protecting Louisiana means caring for both the land and the culture that define it.
Follow the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs on social media:
X
Follow the Department of Biological Sciences at Nicholls on social media:
Follow the Nicholls Farm on social media:
Follow the Cajun Music Preservation Society on social media:
SPONSORS FOR JANUARY:
- Southern Merch + Marketing
Follow Southern Merch + Marketing on social media:
- Spahr's Seafood
For more information on the Bayou Region Incubator, click here!
Music by Waylon Thibodeaux
Connect with us at The Grant O Show!
_____________________________________________
Send mail to:
The Grant O Show Podcast
203 West Second Street
Suite 19
Thibodaux, LA 70301