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Student Senator proposes Good Samaritan policy

By James Richards February 13, 2014

University student Jacob Boudreaux announced a new bill at the Students for Sensible Drug Policy meeting on Thursday. The biochemistry and french junior and student senator for the College of Science said...

Two star-struck lovebirds gaze out into the vast green of Alex Box Stadium, choosing to, perhaps, watch LSU's season-opener against UNO or — more likely — grab a bag of peanuts, a couple hot dogs, and snuggle up together, celebrating the one day of the year dedicated to that special someone — whoever it may be.

Sporting events can be an alternative to a typical date

By Deanna Narveson February 13, 2014

For some students, a bottle of wine and a nice dinner make a good Valentine’s Day. For others this year, it’s peanuts and Cracker Jacks. Some valentines are taking it out to the ball game,...

Darchelle Nguyen, a Freshman at LSU for Mechanical Engineering, has "Racism" stamped on her "I Won't Stand For..." shirt for USA's Character Unite Month.

USA Network promotes tolerance on campus

By Michael Tarver February 13, 2014

USA Network’s Characters Unite nationwide bus tour stopped in Free Speech Alley Thursday and gave free t-shirts to University students to promote tolerance across the country. The personalized shirts...

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Couples surround tower at midnight

By Jacqueline Masse February 13, 2014

Couples shared Valentine’s Day kisses at midnight on Thursday as the chime of the Memorial Tower rang out the melody of “My Funny Valentine” by Frank Sinatra. “The tradition is...

District 7 Councilwoman Denise Marcelle voices her support for repealing state Blue Laws regarding alcohol sales on Sundays during a City Council meeting on Wednesday afternoon. Blue Laws are typically antiquated laws with religious and moral backgrounds.

Council rejects resolution to support sodomy repeal

By Quint Forgey February 13, 2014

The Parish of East Baton Rouge Metropolitan Council rejected a proposal in a 7-3 vote Wednesday that would have supported State Rep. Patricia Smith’s legislation to take Louisiana’s unconstitutional...

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College of Engineering grows to match students, workforce

By Deanna Narveson February 13, 2014

The construction to complete renovations on Patrick F. Taylor Hall is set to begin in November, said Richard Koubek, dean of the College of Engineering. The renovations, funded by $52.5 million raised...

 

Wi-Fi additions in Union, Coates on the way

By Renee Barrow February 13, 2014

To address dissatisfaction with on-campus wireless networks, Information Technology Services implemented new wireless access points in the Student Union. In addition to the new access points, the main...

Katherine Whitney speaks to an audience Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2014 during the Retirement Forum in the Atchafalaya Room in the Student Union.

Legislative solutions discussed at retirement forum

By James Richards February 13, 2014

With about 80 faculty members in attendance, Teachers’ Retirement System of Louisiana (TRSL) representative Katherine Whitney explained Wednesday the reason the percentage of the University’s...

Student body president John Woodard speaks at the Student Government meeting Wednesday evening, February 12, 2014 in the LSU Student Union.

Student Government passes two finance bills, resolutions

By Jacqueline Masse February 13, 2014

Student Government Senate passed two finance bills while also pressing for the creation of an online syllabus database Wednesday night. One of the resolutions passed urges the University to create an online...

Bassoonist Per Hannevold, professor at the Greg Academy, University of Bergen and member of the Bergen Wind Quintet, performs Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2014 in the LSU School of Music Recital Hall.

University hosts Norwegian bassoonist for concert

By Olivia McClure February 12, 2014

At a concert Wednesday, Per Hannevold’s music swayed from high notes to low notes, from allegro to adagio. For Hannevold, it was reminiscent of a past tug of war between a musician and his instruments. The...

LSU Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost Stuart Bell speaks during the Student Tech Fee meeting Thursday, January 23, 2014 in Thomas Boyd Hall.

Enrollment numbers up for sixth straight year

By James Richards February 12, 2014

Spring enrollment at the University has grown for the sixth straight year, according to University Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Stuart Bell. Data released Wednesday from the Office of Budget and...

Live Oak dedicated to TOPS founder

Interactive: New proposal would cap TOPS

By Quint Forgey and Jared Kendall February 12, 2014

Louisiana State Senator Dan “Blade” Morrish is looking to slice the amount of money students receive for TOPS by proposing a cap on the popular program in the upcoming state legislative session. The...