Joe Carvalho of the LSU Alumni Association celebrated the university’s strong presence during Washington Mardi Gras. Amid snowy streets and busy D.C. traffic, LSU alumni showcased their achievements and networked across politics, business, and government. Carvalho emphasized the Alumni Association’s mission: supporting Tigers from student life to career success, connecting chapters nationwide, and promoting LSU’s brand. Highlights included the Hall of Distinction honorees and LSU’s national championship-winning baseball teams. Alumni engagement and system-wide alignment continue to elevate LSU’s reputation. Carvalho affirmed, “LSU’s brand has never been stronger,” reinforcing the university’s influence from Baton Rouge to Washington, D.C.