Louisiana State University
Reviews

Very Hard to Park

Parking is very limited if you are a commuter. You will have to walk 20 minutes to get to a class. Tickets are given all the time

Broadcast Journalism Major

The manship school provides lots of assistance and oppurtunities. We have a wonderful student media program that allows you to get hand on experience in your chosen field. Work loads completely depend on what proffessor you have, but they are usually all pretty helpful. There are several news stations in the area that take in interns so that is pretty helpful as well.

Off Campus Dining

The on campus dining is great but if you do find yourself wanting to go off campus that's a good option too. There are many fast food and dining options with great hours which is good for students with late night studying/partying. Also, you can use your tiger cash at many off the close off campus participating locations which is a plus.

Motivation

The college can't make you come to class and learn, you have to make your own grades. But the teachers can use participation points you earn in class to have an effect on your final grade. But the school is very non-tolerant to drug, alcohol, and domestic violence.

Alcohol

Drinking is the main thing around campus and on campus

Could Be Better

The food is neither great nor horrible. There will be excellent days filled with food that everyone is rushing to get in line to eat and then there are days where nobody wants to eat in the dining hall. It's all about the day.

Many Quick and Easy Options

The entire area is centered around the LSU campus. Everyday some restaurant has a student discount. There are many great fast food and diner type restaurants that are perfect for homework or hanging out with friends. Rocco's Poboys and Cafe is great local cuisine. I also like Silver Moon Cafe and Highland Coffee. I love that the first Cane's is here. My friends and I spend countless hours studying there. Cane's is pretty cost-friendly, but you can still find more upscale dining, like The Chimes. It has great seafood, great atmosphere, and great liquor supply, but a little more pricey. I always enjoy the music they have playing. If you're in the mood for something different, Serrano's is great Mexican food!

Dorms at Louisiana State University

The social aspect of dorms is amazing. The dorms at LSU invite you to meet so many new people. However, cost of the dorms is quite high especially with the attached meal plan.

Weather Is Very Pleasant

Weather in Louisiana is very humid. However, it is usually sunny and a pleasant temperature. The seasons are not too drastic, and even on a very cold day the walk to class is short. It may rain once every two weeks, but there are plenty of overhangs to shelter students from the occasional rainy weather.

Active

Very active. Makes Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights come alive on campus. Adds excitement. Most Greek students are viewed as less academically successful, very social, and too caught up with Greek life. Each fraternity and sorority have their own Greek house on campus.

Old, but Renovated

All of the campus housing is quite old, my building was built in the early 40s, but there is an interesting policy in effect. For every new building built, at least 2 must be renovated, and the renovations are very, very nice. The rooms are quite small though, so I hope you like your roommate.

School Spirit

Sports are a big deal at Louisiana State University. The school spirit is everywhere, and everyone on campus is pretty much a fan. Majority of the people on campus own clothes that show what school they attend, so you never have to feel as if you are overdoing it.

Workload

The workload is a gradual thing, it starts off easy and as you continue, it gets harder. The professors are willing to help you when you need it. Also, they have all kinds of work shops to help you learn how to manage your grades and the extracurricular you may want to get into.

Guys Are Country

There is a decent mixture, but there are a lot of country guys. The girls are all pretty much typical southern girls, with a mixture of personalities.

Guys Are Cute

A wide array of guys and most are cute and super nice.

Absolute Diversity

I think it is one of the most diverse universities there is, I see so many different races and with many cultures to learn from. There are also people from different economic backgrounds such as myself. From what I have seen they are all very accepting. I do not know about their political beliefs, religion, or sexual orientation.

Food

I love LSU food, it's good home cooking. It caters to everyone whether vegetarian or meat lover, you can find exactly what you want.

You Make It What You Want

LSU is a university I was bred to love and attend. One day here will be sufficient to immerse you into the unparalleled school spirit, gorgeous campus, and southern Louisiana charm. However, when it comes to academics, it is what you want it to be. If you are dedicated and pushing yourself for something special, you will enroll in more difficult classes with a much more extensive and challenging curriculum. Once I got passed the massive general ed. classes, I found the professors are more willing to work with you and the class sizes diminish significantly. My experience has been nothing but positive!

Some Type of Guys

You'll see several athletes (some cocky), few black greeks unfortunately, the girlish frat boys galore with some country in them, a lot of exchange students, along with the general "norms" etc.

Not Enough for Everyone

There is a large variety of housing with many of the older buildings being renovated or recently renovated. Stayed in the Residential College Complex consisting of two new buildings with a third being built. The on-campus apartments are nice. Apply for housing as soon as you can or it's likely you'll be wait-listed and never get on-campus housing.

Louisiana

Greek life is not the most dominate associations on the university campus. There are various other social organizations for all students.

Cost

The cost if housing on campus is rather pricey. With that price, one is better off living off campus for much better services. For example, the small rooms and nasty showers are something one does not want to live in.

Not Good

I think it's horrible lol. Roommates sucks. Or maybe I've just had bad luck with them.

LSU on-Campus Food Guide

The dining halls are great! Campus-owned restaraunts and common areas dot the campus, in outdoor and indoor settings and are very affordable. The Union has great choices for food as well, and as the renovations progress, the variety will truly increase.

Wide Variety

there are alot of different types. from the football players to the asian geeks. but you'll find almost any type at LSU