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LSU students head to class Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 on their first day of school in the Quad on LSU's campus.

‘It doesn’t feel like freedom’: LSU freshmen navigate college amid COVID-19 restrictions

By Madelyn Cutrone August 27, 2020

LSU is taking steps to ensure that the class of 2024 has an authentic college experience in spite of the challenges brought on by COVID-19. Some University freshmen are not satisfied, while others seem...

A map of LSU's campus shows the quiet zones of LSU's campus.

LSU sets up ‘Quiet Zones’ for students to attend virtual classes on campus

By Josh Archote August 27, 2020

The University has set up several quiet zone spaces on campus for students to attend online classes.  The quiet zones will be available from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for students who are on campus...

Assistant Professor of Professional Practice Brandi Conrad serves as the principal investigator for the  Louisiana School Social Work Expansion Project 

LSU School of Social Work awarded $2.5 million grant to grow mental health workforce

By Jacob Lofton August 27, 2020

A new partnership between the Louisiana Department of Education and the University’s School of Social Work aims to fulfill the mental health needs of the Louisiana public school system.  The...

LSU students head to class Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 on their first day of school in the Quad on LSU's campus.

LSU to reopen campus Friday following Hurricane Laura

By Reveille Staff Report August 27, 2020

LSU announced Thursday that the campus will reopen Friday following Hurricane Laura's significant impacts on Lake Charles and parts of Texas. The University will also reopen all COVID-19 testing sites,...

LSU parents help move in on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 at the Pentagon Community on Dalrymple Dr. 

‘It’s a University-mandated monopoly’: LSU RAs speak out against working conditions

By Nick Frewin August 27, 2020

The University started the fall semester Tuesday, Aug. 25, and is expected to break last year’s record number of freshmen. University alumna and former residential assistant for the University, Kate...

An LSU mask sits on a desk on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 in West Campus Apartments.

LSU provides free masks to students; Here’s where to get one

By Madelyn Cutrone August 26, 2020

LSU is providing free masks to students, faculty and staff to promote safety on campus in compliance with the LSU Presidential Directive on COVID-19 Safety.Students can pick up a mask at the UREC front...

Hurricane Laura is expected to make landfall at about 2 a.m. Tuesday.

Hurricane Laura to make landfall early Thursday morning; LSU closes campus, cancels classes

By Bailey Chauvin August 26, 2020

Updated Aug. 26, 11:00 p.m. The Baton Rouge metro area, including the University, is still under a tropical storm warning as Hurricane Laura continues to head toward the southwest Louisiana coast. Under...

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LSU cancels classes Thursday for Hurricane Laura

By Reveille Staff Report August 26, 2020

LSU announced Wednesday that all classes and activities scheduled for Thursday will be cancelled due to Hurricane Laura, which is expected to make landfall early Thursday morning. The University also said...

One of the four LSU COVID-19 Testing Centers sits outside on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020 across from the Laville Residence Halls on South Campus Drive.

LSU students describe COVID-19 experiences in light of University proceeding with reopening plans

By Katherine Manuel August 26, 2020

As LSU students return to the campus’ stately oaks and broad magnolias, many remain wary of the threat COVID-19 continues to pose to students, faculty and the community at large. With the United...

LSU Residential Life responds to mold outbreak in on-campus student apartments

LSU Residential Life responds to mold outbreak in on-campus student apartments

By Emma Zirgibel August 25, 2020

LSU Residential Life responded to a viral Tweet about an alleged mold outbreak in West Campus Apartment Aug. 16.  The original post attached a picture of mold on her chair, and said that was “just...

Hurricane Laura is expected to make landfall at about 2 a.m. Tuesday.

LSU to close Wednesday in light of increasing state closures; Thursday closure for Hurricane Laura undecided

By Reveille Staff Report August 25, 2020

LSU announced that all classes and activities scheduled for Wednesday, including virtual classes, will be canceled in a broadcast email on Tuesday night. The University announced its original plans to...

New organization creates plans for progress, protection for LSU Black women

New organization creates plans for progress, protection for LSU Black women

By Jasmine Turner August 24, 2020

Louisiana State University’s newest Black organization has hit the ground running and has no plans to slow down on its mission for equality and inclusivity. The Black Women’s Empowerment Initiative...