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A diverse group of about 200 state employees was joined Wednesday by a handful of university students on the steps of the Capitol to protest cuts to various state programs.

‘Rally Day at the Capitol’ attracts diverse group

By Sydni Dunn
Staff Writer
May 4, 2011

A diverse group of about 200 state employees was joined Wednesday by a handful of university students on the steps of the Capitol to protest cuts to various state programs. The "Rally Day at the Capitol"...

$33K spent running buses during break

By Rachel Warren
Staff Writer
May 4, 2011

When most students were relaxing on the beach or visiting with old friends at home during spring break, the University bus service, Tiger Trails, was still running and will do the same this summer. Gary...

Summer projects planned for halls

As the semester is winding down, Residential Life is gearing up for a busy summer. ResLife has $5.6 million worth of ongoing and new projects slated for the summer, said Steve Waller, ResLife director. Because...

A man dressed as a female Mexican rebel takes part in a recreation of the Battle of Puebla on Thursday during Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Mexico.

4/6/11: Nation & World

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May 4, 2011

Superhero characters cheer up children in Japan's tsunami zone ISHINOMAKI, Japan (AP) — The battle between a buggy-eyed blue superhero and an evil sea monster and his ninja henchmen was a brief but...

 

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra plays in Union Theater for the first time

By Josh Naquin
Contributing Writer
May 4, 2011

The Union Theater was alive with the sound of music Thursday as the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra played its first-ever performance in the space. The LSU School of Music hosted the benefit concert featuring...

 

Flag-burning suspect in custody

The University student suspected in the burning of the War Memorial American flag is now in police custody, according to the LSU Police Department. Isaac Eslava turned himself in to LSUPD at 2:50 p.m....

Film and media arts to become bachelor of arts concentration

The film and media arts minor is becoming a major concentration in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Gaines Foster, dean of the college, said the University already offers almost all the courses...

House bill proposes to cut admin. salaries

By Kate Mabry
Contributing Writer
May 4, 2011

With budget cuts continuing to chip away at the University's funds, University employees' salaries are an important concern for many. And while faculty members complain their pay is too low, some also...

Proposed legislation would cap TOPS

The state's wildly popular TOPS scholarship could stop paying for 100 percent of tuition if a bill filed in the Louisiana Legislature is passed. Senate Bill 50, by Sen. Butch Gautreaux, D-Baton Rouge,...

As students prepare for finals, study tips in high demand

It's that time of the semester where students' diets consist solely of carbohydrates and caffeine — finals week. While preparing for final exams can seem daunting and overwhelming, Erin Wheeler,...

Downloading violations increase on campus

The University has seen increasing numbers of violations against the Digital Millennium Copyright Act from 64 violations last calendar year to 93 violations already in 2011 as of March 24, according to...

Faculty members grilled LSU System President John Lombardi at Wednesday's Faculty Senate meeting concerning $16 million they believe the System is cheating LSU.

Faculty debate over $16M in funds continues

Debate over obscure, controversial financial management by the LSU System that could cost the University millions was re-ignited Wednesday at a Faculty Senate meeting. Faculty members grilled LSU System...