Photography is a powerful tool for documenting important events, strong emotions and communicating what words cannot. Below is a collection of the most noteworthy photos captured at LSU in 2022.
LSU sports had several historic moments this year including the women’s basketball team winning a home game during March Madness, the first football game between Southern University and LSU, volleyball making the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2017 and football’s overtime win against Alabama.
Two musical acts drew large crowds at LSU. Garth Brooks filled Tiger Stadium for his concert and caused traffic jams for hours afterward. Rico Nasty headlined the Homecoming concert at the PMAC.
LSU also hosted former Senate candidate Gary Chambers and Louisiana’s Attorney General Jeff Landry. TikTok preacher Sister Cindy and a special furry guest at the 459 dining hall (you’ll recall this special guest as you scroll through the photos) made appearances on campus too.
Additionally, the year saw student and community activism for Ukraine, Iran and the climate. Several events focused on bringing awareness to and helping those affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Multiple protests occurred at LSU focusing on Iran’s treatment of women. Finally, students hoped to bring attention to environmental issues by participating in a march to the LSU Foundation building.
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Civil Rights Leader David J. Dennis, Sr. answers questions from the audience Jan. 18, 2022, during the MLK Commemorative Keynote in the LSU Union Theater.
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LSU student Kayla Benton receives the Humanitarian Award Jan. 18, 2022, during the MLK Commemorative Keynote in the LSU Union Theater.
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Sister Cindy raises an arm up emphatically on Monday, Feb. 21, 2022, in Free Speech Plaza on LSU’s Campus in Baton Rouge, La.
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Sister Cindy speaks at students on Monday, Feb. 21, 2022, in Free Speech Alley on LSU’s Campus in Baton Rouge, La.
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A Kazakh student stands Friday, Feb. 25, 2022, with the Ukraine flag wrapped around his shoulders and a sign saying “We need Peace” in Free Speech Plaza.
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A raccoon wreaks havoc at the 459 dining hall.
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LSU women’s basketball graduate student guard Jailin Cherry (1) prepares to shoot over a Jackson State defender Saturday, March 19, 2022, during LSU’s 83-77 win against Jackson State in the first round of the NCAA women’s basketball tournament in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU women’s basketball graduate student guard Jailin Cherry (1) sticks her tongue out after scoring Saturday, March 19, 2022, during LSU’s 83-77 win against Jackson State in the first round of the NCAA women’s basketball tournament in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU women’s basketball fifth year senior guard Alexis Morris (45) smiles as she takes in the moment Saturday, March 19, 2022, after LSU’s 83-77 win against Jackson State in the first round of the NCAA women’s basketball tournament in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU Student Government vice-president elect Nick St. Mary (left) and president elect Lizzie Shaw (right) exchange smiles Tuesday, April 19, 2022, during the Inauguration of the 105th Student Government Administration at the LSU Memorial Tower.
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LSU football head coach Brian Kelly takes notes on the play Saturday, April 23, 2022, during LSU football’s annual spring football game with White winning 51-31 over Purple in Tiger Stadium.
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Country music star Garth Brooks performs during his stadium tour concert Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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Country music star Garth Brooks performs during his stadium tour concert Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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Kirby Smith Hall sits partially demolished on Sunday, June 5, 2022, near Spruce Lane in Baton Rouge, La.
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Kirby Smith Hall sits partially demolished on Sunday, June 5, 2022, near Spruce Lane in Baton Rouge, La.
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A fence surrounds the LSU Indian Mounds Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, on LSU’s campus.
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A fence surrounds the LSU Indian Mounds Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, on LSU’s campus.
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The LSU and Southern bands perform together during half time on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, during LSU’s 65-17 win over Southern at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU’s Mike the Tiger poses with Southern’s Lacumba on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, during LSU’s 65-17 win over Southern at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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“Woman, life, freedom,” is called by advocates for the situation in Iran in Free Speech Alley on Sept. 23, 2022.
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Head coach Brian Kelly watches as his players warm-up on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, prior to the LSU vs New Mexico game in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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American rapper Rico Nasty waves to fans on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022, at LSU’s homecoming concert at the PMAC on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.
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American rapper Rico Nasty performs on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022, at LSU’s homecoming concert at the PMAC on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.
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Attorney General of Louisiana Jeff Landry addresses the room on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, in the Student Union in Baton Rouge, La.
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Attorney General of Louisiana Jeff Landry speaks to the room on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, in the Student Union in Baton Rouge, La.
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US Senate candidate Gary Chambers speaks to LSU students Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022, at the Business Education Complex on LSU’s campus.
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US Senate candidate Gary Chambers takes a selfie with LSU students Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022, at the Business Education Complex on LSU’s campus.
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The LSU volleyball team celebrates a point on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, during LSU’s 3-2 victory against Mississippi State at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU volleyball players support their team from the side on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, during LSU’s 3-2 loss to Mississippi State at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU football freshman tight end Mason Taylor (86) catches the ball at the end of the fourth quarter on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, during LSU’s 32-31 victory over Alabama in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU football fans celebrate a touchdown on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, during LSU’s 32-31 victory over Alabama in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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An LSU cheerleader stares in disbelief on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, after LSU’s 32-31 victory over Alabama in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU football fans storm the field on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, after LSU’s 32-31 victory in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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A couple takes a selfie after storming the field on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, during LSU’s 32-31 victory over Alabama in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU soccer senior goalkeeper Mollee Swift (1) gives a roar after saving a penalty kick Friday, Nov. 11, 2022, during LSU’s 3-1 first round Championship tournament victory at the LSU Soccer Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU soccer freshman midfielder Ida Hermannsdottir (17) dribbles past a Lamar defender Friday, Nov. 11, 2022, during LSU’s 3-1 first round Championship tournament victory at the LSU Soccer Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.
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March attendees carry signs and chant on Friday, Nov. 18, 2022, as they march down Tower Drive in Baton Rouge, La.
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Police assist as rally-goers cross Nicholson Drive on Friday, Nov. 18, 2022, during a climate march in Baton Rouge, La.
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LSU football sophomore wide receiver Malik Nabers (8) jumps up for a catch Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, during LSU’s 30-50 defeat to Georgia at the Southeastern Conference Championship at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
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LSU football freshman linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. (40) celebrates with junior defensive tackle Jaquelin Roy (99) after recovering a fumble Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, during LSU’s 30-50 defeat to Georgia at the Southeastern Conference Championship at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Introduction written by Matthew Perschall
