Richard Cusimano
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| Born | Richard Charles Cusimano October 17, 1939 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | May 28, 2024 (aged 84) Lafayette, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Saint Louis University University of Georgia |
| Occupation | Historian |
Richard Charles Cusimano (October 17, 1939 – May 28, 2024) was an American historian.
Life and career
Cusimano was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, the son of Frank and Grace Cusimano. He attended and graduated from Jesuit High School. After graduating, he attended Saint Louis University, earning his master’s degree. He also attended the University of Georgia, earning his PhD degree in European history.[1]
Cusimano served as a professor in the department of history at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette from 1970 to 2004.[2][3] During his years as a professor, in 2004, he was named a distinguished professor.[4]
Death
Cusimano died on May 28, 2024, in Lafayette, Louisiana, at the age of 84.[5][6]
References
- ^ "Dr. Richard Cusimano". Martin & Castille Funeral Home. Retrieved August 1, 2025.
- ^ "Cusimano Named UGF Division Leader". The Daily Advertiser. Lafayette, Louisiana. October 9, 1983. p. 10. Retrieved August 1, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Mourning Dr. Richard Cusimano". University of Louisiana at Lafayette. May 30, 2024. Retrieved August 1, 2025.
- ^ "Alumni". The Daily Advertiser. Lafayette, Louisiana. May 15, 2004. p. 18. Retrieved August 1, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette Foundation named Cusimano a distinguished professor in May 2004
- ^ "Dr. Richard Charles Cusimano". Legacy. Retrieved August 1, 2025 – via Legacy.com.
- ^ "Dr. Richard Cusimano". Tribute Archive. Retrieved August 1, 2025.