The Judge Earl E. Veron Professorship was established in his memory by his wife, Verdy and son, J. Michael Veron. A 1959 graduate of LSU Law, Veron first became a state district judge in Lake Charles nine years after receiving his degree. He was then appointed to the federal bench in 1977 by President Carter, and served the U.S. Western District of Louisiana in Lake Charles. He earned a reputation as a dedicated, thorough, and conscientious judge. This endowment is a “double professorship” which will qualify for an additional match from the Board of Regents.