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LSU Names Verge Ausberry as First Black Athletic Director, Aiming for Stability and Success Louisiana State University (LSU) has appointed Verge Ausberry as its new full-time Athletic Director, marking a historic moment as the first Black individual to hold this position. Ausberry, a former LSU linebacker and long-time university employee, brings extensive experience and deep roots within the athletic department. His hiring comes after a period of significant change, including the departure of the previous Athletic Director and the firing of the head football coach. The appointment has garnered national attention, with basketball legend Magic Johnson congratulating Ausberry on social media. LSU hopes Ausberrys leadership will bring stability and success to its athletic programs, currently holding a five-and-three overall record and a two-and-three standing in the SEC.

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