Mike Reese starts as McNeese president, will remain state senator for now

By: Piper Hutchinson

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: July 2, 2026

Words: 554

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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McNeese State University’s new president is being paid a $300,000 annual salary and will keep his side gig — as a state senator— for the time being.

Unlike other Louisiana politicians who have landed jobs leading colleges and universities, state Sen. Mike Reese, R-Leesville, will remain in the legislature at the same time he holds the top job at McNeese.

According to his contract, Reese will receive the same compensation as his predecessor, …

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