The New Orleans Advocate LSU claims former Tiger Band director fired for improper scholarships to Golden Girls The New Orleans Advocate LSU allocates $325,000 — $1,000 stipends to all members of the LSU band — and $70,000 in scholarships aimed at attracting “blue chip” instrumentalists. Some of that money, for years, has gone to members of the Golden Girls and the flag girls, who are ... and more » Continue reading...