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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...

TS Marco updated

LSU to reopen campus Tuesday after Tropical Storm Marco weakens

By Reveille Staff Report August 24, 2020

Updated Aug. 24 at 11:30 a.m. LSU announced Monday that the campus will reopen Tuesday in response to Tropical Storm Marco's weakening as it nears the Louisiana coast. All classes and activities will resume...

LSU Student Government office operates during normal hours in the LSU Student Union on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018.

LSU Student Senate endorses change of racist building names under new bill

By Anna Jones August 24, 2020

Student Senate unanimously passed two resolutions concerning the evaluation of University building names on Aug. 16. The first issue on the agenda was to demonstrate Student Senate support for the renaming...

History professor Catherine Jacquet holds a copy of her book “The Injustices of Rape.”

LSU history professor inspires students to change the world

By Ryleigh Goodwin August 24, 2020

Louisiana State University is home to a lot of great professors, but one stands out by opening students’ eyes to the vastness and complexity of the world. Catherine Jacquet is assistant professor...

The bell tower on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 on LSU's campus.

LSU issues safety directive, begins COVID-19 tracking system

By Reveille Staff Report August 24, 2020

Interim President Thomas Galligan outlined a new safety directive in an email Monday afternoon.  According to the directive, face coverings are required to be worn over the mouth and nose in various...

LSU's Interim President, Tom Galligan sits in his office on Monday, Feb. 3, 2020 during an interview at the University Administrations building on LSU's campus.

LSU announces creation of Building Name Evaluation Committee

By Reveille Staff Report August 24, 2020

A 16-person Building Name Evaluation Committee was announced by LSU President Thomas Galligan in an email on Tuesday. The committee is composed of LSU students, faculty, staff and alumnae. Members will...

The bell tower on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 on LSU's campus.

LSU announces updated safety guidelines fall semester

By Reveille Staff Report August 24, 2020

The University detailed fall semester safety precautions in an email from the Division of Strategic Communications Tuesday afternoon.  Here are some of the guidelines:  Masks must be worn correctly...