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Student reading and writing in her book while studying on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022, in the Student Union on LSU's Campus in Baton Rouge, La.

Humidity, hospitality: Out-of-state students discuss LSU, what makes Louisiana different

By Emily Bracher August 27, 2022

Although most of LSU's student population is composed of students from Louisiana, the number of out-of-state students continues to grow each year. In 2021, out-of-state students made up 22% of the university's...

An LSUPD car sits parked on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, outside of the LSUPD building near Tiger Stadium on South Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

A second attempted kidnapping occurred on LSU’s campus Thursday night

By Will Nickel August 26, 2022

LSU police are investigating an attempted kidnapping that took place on Thursday night near Acadian Hall. An LSU student ordered food from a delivery service, and the attempted kidnapping took place when...

A sign displays the price of gas at the Shell Station on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022, on Highland Road in Baton Rouge, La.

Students, police recommend caution around local gas stations

By Chandler McIntosh August 24, 2022

LSU child and family studies senior Adriana Richardson has practiced caution around the Chevron right outside of campus’ north gates, citing suspicious activity during her trips to the Highland Road...

An LSUPD car sits parked on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, outside of the LSUPD building near Tiger Stadium on South Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

LSU student kidnapped on Aster Street near Cypress Hall Tuesday night, LSUPD says

By Maddie Scott August 24, 2022

An LSU student was kidnapped on Aster Street near Cypress Hall Tuesday night, according to LSU Police.LSU sent an emergency text and email to students notifying them of the incident Wednesday. The investigation...

The Campus Crime Stats button has been at the top of the LSU homepage since April 2022.

Greek scorecards and campus crime stats: How LSU’s website is working towards greater transparency

By Gabby Jimenez August 24, 2022

Over the past few years, LSU has implemented information pages on their website in an effort to be more transparent with students and parents. On the LSU Greek life page, students can find community scorecards...

President Joe Biden speaks during a news conference in the East Room of the White House, Thursday, March 25, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Biden administration to forgive $10,000 in student debt for some borrowers, extend payment pause

By Reveille Staff Report August 24, 2022

President Joe Biden announced Wednesday his plan to provide $10,000 in student loan debt cancellation for millions of Americans. The plan, delivering on a platform Biden centered his 2020 presidential...

A LSU student sits in the Student Government office Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022, in the LSU student union at LSU.

‘Important for students to know:’ SG seeks to improve communication, connections on campus

By Corbin Ross August 24, 2022

For many on campus, Student Government’s role is a mystery. This semester, however, they are hoping to change that.LSU Student Government plans on increasing awareness of what they and their...

Nico Budde drawing as a child.

‘My earliest memories were of drawing:’ studio arts student Nico Budde brings joy to others with art

By Gabby Jimenez August 24, 2022

Studio arts senior Nico Budde has been doing art for nearly his entire life.  He is from Watson, Louisiana, a small community outside Denham Springs, and grew up doodling during car rides and learning...

LSU Olinde Career Center sits Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022, on the first floor of the LSU Student Union.

‘Struggle with finding the right path:’ LSU career coaches offer advice for undecided students

By Claire Theriot August 23, 2022

When undecided freshman Kristen Slatcoff came to LSU, she was uncertain of what she wanted to study. She was overwhelmed. “I was nervous but I knew LSU would be there for me in many ways.” As...

An LSUPD car sits parked on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, outside of the LSUPD building near Tiger Stadium on South Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

Report: Louisiana state rep. cited for DWI, doing burnouts near LSU campus

By Reveille Staff Report August 21, 2022

Louisiana State Rep. Larry Selders was arrested and held at the LSU Police Department, early Sunday morning, for driving near LSU's campus while under the influence, according to the Advocate. Selders,...

A “Mask Up” poster remains Friday, August 19, 2022, on the door of the LSU Student Health Center on Infirmary Road, Baton Rouge, La.

COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations in Louisiana are beginning to decrease after prolonged surge

By Corbin Ross August 21, 2022

COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in Louisiana are beginning to decrease after the state’s longest surge, according to a Louisiana Department of Health Official. The latest surge is the state’s...

Freshmen walk past the Ferris Wheel on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, at the Welcome Week Carnival near Tiger Stadium on South Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

Is LSU’s growth sustainable? Administrators, students unsure after decade of ‘largest freshman class’

By Domenic Purdy August 21, 2022

In 2022, LSU is expected to welcome the largest, most diverse freshman class the university has ever seen. Sound familiar? Some variation of that statement graces LSU’s social media and official...