UL Lafayette Honors Bill and Charles Fenstermaker with Presidential Impact Award

We’re deeply honored by this recognition.

During the University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies, Fenstermaker Chairman & CEO Bill Fenstermaker and President Charles Fenstermaker were presented with the inaugural Presidential Impact Award by UL Lafayette President Ramesh Kolluru.

This recognition reflects the vision, partnership, and commitment required to strengthen the University, Acadiana, and the state of Louisiana.

For 75 years, Fenstermaker has believed meaningful progress is built through partnership.

‣ Between education and industry.
‣ Between communities and opportunity.
‣ Between today’s investments and tomorrow’s possibilities.

These relationships create pathways for growth and long-term impact—helping ensure that the talent educated in Louisiana has every opportunity to build their futures here.

We are grateful to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette for this honor and for its continued commitment to preparing the next generation of engineers, scientists, innovators, and community leaders.

And most importantly, congratulations to the Class of 2026.

Your future is Louisiana’s future.

We look forward to seeing the impact you will make in the years ahead.