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Parent Involvement
Parent & Family Programs wants you to get even more involved in your child's collegiate experience. We encourage you to join the LSU Family Association, if you have not already done so. Also, please consider joining the LSU Family Association Council and/or consider making a donation to help strengthen our wonderful programs.
Please click on one of the following images if interested in joining or giving back!
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| Upcoming Dates & Events Monday,February 8: Mardi Gras holiday begins begin, 7:30 a.m. Wednesday,February 10: Classes resume, 12:30 p.m. To see the complete 2015-2016 Academic Calendar, please click here.
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| LSU Library HoursMiddleton Library is operating on a 24 hour basis between Sunday and Thursday. For a full calendar of hours for the fall semester, please click here.
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A Note from the President
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As Tiger families, I know that you find news stories about the challenging legislative sessions ahead particularly troubling. You are sacrificing to send your Tiger(s) to LSU because of their desire to receive a top-notch education. You’re not alone in being concerned – everyone has an interest in your Tiger’s education. And together, we are going to continue to share our successes and demonstrate that LSU is worth every penny of Louisiana’s continued investment. Friends, alumni, and community leaders are angry to hear that cuts to LSU are even being considered, because they know how valuable the university is to Louisiana. To this end, the LSU Alumni Association has reinvigorated Tiger Advocates, its grassroots advocacy effort, to keep people informed about legislative events that could impact LSU. Our students have organized their own efforts to build on successes from last year. And the LSU Research Works initiative shows how LSU’s unique research mission works to provide solutions to society’s grand challenges while simultaneously engaging students in these efforts. We’re going to keep telling the story of LSU’s success to remind everyone that our university’s impact doesn’t stop at the campus gates. Sign up for the new LSU Postscript to get monthly highlights of our most recent accomplishments, and spread the word that LSU's education, research, and service make a real difference in the world. As always, thank you for trusting us with your Tigers. Sincerely, F. King Alexander LSU President
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| First Friday
Johnston Hall Lobby, Feb. 5 from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
The first Friday of every month, FYE welcomes students to Johnston Hall to share their LSU experiences with other students, provide free breakfast and hand out giveaways. Encourage your tiger to have breakfast with FYE.
Bengal Book Group
LSU Bookstore Upstairs Meeting Room, Feb. 15 from 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Encourage your tiger to join the Bengal Book Group as they discuss Dark Places by Gillian Flynn. To learn more about Bengal Book Group or to join, contact Maggi Spurlock at mpsurl1@lsu.edu.
Bengals Beyond the Bayou
LSU Rural Life Museum, Feb. 27 at 11:00 a.m.
Is your tiger from out of state? Encourage them to learn more about Louisiana and Baton Rouge's culture by attending Bengals Beyond the Bayou tour of the LSU Rural Life Museum. Students will learn more about learn more about life here in Louisiana and meet other out of state students. Students can RSVP here.
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Student Strategy Sessions
Transitioning to college can be tough, but FYE is here to help make it easier. At the beginning of the year students are assigned a FYE staff member based on the first letter of their last name. Our staff members are here to answer any of your students’ questions, help them get involved, and find their place on LSU's campus. Students can schedule a strategy session anytime throughout the year at lsu.campuslabs.com/beacon.
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Welcome back, residents! Don’t let your Tiger miss out on these important Res Life items this spring:
On-campus residents are already thinking about their next year at LSU, and contract renewal time is right around the corner. Encourage your student to consider staying on campus, either in a residence hall or one of two on-campus apartment complexes. East and West Campus Apartments (ECA & WCA) are beautiful, convenient, and affordable options for upperclassmen. Already included in the rent are cable TV, wired & wireless Internet, and ALL utilities – about a $150 per month value. On-campus convenience and security – PRICELESS! Get details about Campus Housing Contract Renewal at lsu.edu/contractrenewal.
Have a New Tiger Living on Campus for Fall 2016? Room assignments for incoming Tigers begin in March for special programs and residential colleges, and continue in April for traditional housing options.
Students can now access the roommate matching service in the online housing portal via myLSU to search for and accept roommates. Get details here.
Haven’t applied yet? No problem! Residential Life is still accepting applications for fall 2016. Did you know we have more freshmen from Louisiana living on campus than ever before? It’s true! Don’t miss out!
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The beginning of the semester also marks the beginning of career events and recruiting season. The largest career fair of the spring semester, the Career Expo, is just around the corner on Feb. 4! Why should your son or daughter attend? Freshmen and sophomores use this event as a way to learn more about how they can use their degree for success in the job market, test the waters to see if their goals are in line with what employers are seeking in candidates and to begin building a professional network in their field of interest. Many interns are recruited through relationships established at this event! Juniors are strongly encouraged to attend to find a first, second or even third internship to strengthen their professional skills and résumé. Seniors have an opportunity to meet employers in their field, discuss full-time opportunities and set the stage for that professional interview.
To prepare students to put their best foot forward, we offer an assortment of resources and activities to polish up their job search and professional presentation skills: - Careers2Geaux contains a list of employers attending the event. Use this resource to see who is coming and to research companies of interest! Students can also download the Careers by Symplicity app on their smart phone through the App Store or Google Play.
- LSU Student Career Guide offers tips on how to work the Career Expo, a guide to résumé writing and MORE!
- Appointments and walk-in hours are always available. Preparation Expo is Jan. 25-Feb. 2, and offers all-day walk-in hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Encourage your student to stop by and get prepared to Geaux Get Hired at the Expo!
- Learn more about the Career Expo and other events!
Parents are also invited to recruit for their companies through the LSU Olinde Career Center. Contact us to learn more about how you can Hire a Tiger!Check out our resources and services at the LSU Olinde Career Center by visiting lsu.edu/careercenter or 158 LSU Student Union. Office hours: Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact us at 225-578-2162 or career@lsu.edu.
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| Smart Studying, course specific strategy workshops, will help your student learn study strategies for different types of courses. Available workshop times are: Math: February 1, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., B-2 Coates Hall Lecture Courses (psychology, history, foreign languages, political science): February 2, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., B-2 Coates Hall Biology & Chemistry: February 3, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., B-2 Coates Hall Physics: February 4, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Shell Tutorial Center
Online tutoring is available! Each student can receive up to 900 minutes of free online tutoring.
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LSU Foundation TigerTalk Jobs on Campus The LSU Foundation is recruiting students who are passionate about the university and want to make it even better. TigerTalkers work in our annual fund call center, where they speak directly with LSU graduates about the exciting initiatives taking place across campus. No one conveys the LSU message more effectively than a current LSU student. This is an on-campus LSU student worker position that will give your student valuable, resume-building experience—not to mention some extra money! To apply, contact Kevin Oubre at koubre@lsufoundation.org. All Tiger Talkers must bring an LSU ID and a social security card to the first day of work.
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| LSU Cale P. & Katherine Smith Student Financial Management Center
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The LSU Cale P. & Katherine Smith Student Financial Management Center has launched the LSU Financial Literacy Challenge program also known as TRANSIT- a program designed to help students become financially responsible and savvy. All first year and first semester students (including transfer students) are required to register and complete the course. The deadline for Part 1 completion is March 4, 2016. Students can register for the program through our website: www.sfmc.lsu.edu.
The LSU SFMC will also serve as a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site beginning on February 5, 2016 until April 13, 2016. Through VITA, LSU students and staff members can schedule an appointment for FREE tax preparation! Call 578-1586 in order to schedule an appointment. Appointment scheduling will begin on February 1, 2016.
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How You Can Stay Engaged in the Latest News We encourage you to join us in communications as University College shares valuable information regarding your students’ academic tenure at LSU. “Like” LSU University College on Facebook today at https://www.facebook.com/LSU.UniversityCollege.
Phi Eta S, National Honor Society for LSU Freshman Phi Eta Sigma invites any second semester students with at least a 3.5 GPA to join LSU’s chapter of this national honor society. This academic honor society offers scholarship opportunities specifically for freshman students at LSU. Invitations for membership will be mailed in early February 2016.
Parents and families, welcome to the Spring 2016 semester! With your student’s second semester at LSU comes similar processes and also new opportunities for him or her to stay on track as well as excel at the University!
Please keep in mind the following. If your student has received any of the following, encourage your student to visit an UCFY academic counselor in 150 Allen Hall today! - Students who are “off-track” in their degree programs have already been notified to visit a UCFY counselor. The Comprehensive Academic Tracking System (CATS) offers students a recommended path to encourage timely graduation.
- Students who are “undecided:” UNSE, UNSS, and UNAH classifications should prepare to make their major declaration this Spring 2016 semester.
- Students who received anything less than a “C” grade on their first test in current classes. Be proactive, and visit a UCFY academic counselor to explore resources that can help improve performance.
To schedule a UCFY appointment today, visit www.lsu.edu/ucfy, or call 225-578-6822. University College academic counselors are available to assist your student Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m..
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The first two-and-a-half weeks of school are over and students are getting settled into the spring semester. Campus Life is hosting the Spring Student Involvement Fair on February 3 and 4 for students to find organizations from the over 350+ student organizations at LSU. During these days, students can meet current members, understand the organization’s initiatives, and ask questions. Join today; lead tomorrow! Beginning March 1, your student can register online for Geaux BIG Baton Rouge, LSU’s largest single-day service project of the year. This opportunity connects LSU students with the wider Baton Rouge community as students serve at schools, churches, nonprofits and small businesses. Last year more than 1300 students served together that morning. This year your student could serve, too. S/he doesn’t want to miss something this BIG! Campus Life is also hosting a number of other events throughout the month, so visit www.lsu.edu/campuslife to save the dates!
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| LSU Academic Programs Abroad
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The office of Academic Programs Abroad offers LSU students an affordable and safe option to study abroad that won’t take them away from campus for an entire semester. Each program is run by LSU faculty from start to finish. LSU professors travel with the students to the program location, teach the courses, and provide enriching learning experiences onsite. Students usually take up to 6 hours of course credit while traveling the globe! Students are responsible for three different fees to pay for these programs: LSU summer tuition, airfare, and the program fee which provides food, housing, and excursions. For students that feel there isn’t enough time in their degree plan to spend a whole semester abroad, these summer programs are fantastic and safe options to see the world while earning LSU course credit. The deadline for summer program applications is April 1, 2016 and you can click here for more information about the different programs.
Tell your students about the upcoming Study Abroad Fair for more information on all things study abroad! Program Directors will be there to answer questions on any summer programs, as well as semester long exchanges. The Fair will be held Thursday, February 25, from 11-3pm in the Union Royal Cotillion Ballroom. Of course, parents are also invited to attend the Study Abroad Fair.
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| LSU Hill Memorial Library
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| A Voyage to the Floating World:
Japanese Illustrated Books and East-West Cultural Exchange in the Nineteenth Century February 22 – May 14, 2016 Hill Memorial Library, LSU Free and open to the public Once isolated and mysterious, Japan captured the world’s imagination when it opened its doors to outsiders in the mid-19th century. This colorful new exhibition from the LSU Libraries’ Special Collections features a wide range of rare books, prints, and photographs that provide a snapshot of Japan at the moment of its transition from a feudal state to a modern superpower. Japanese artists’ influence on the Impressionist and Art Nouveau movements in Europe and America is an area of focus. Also on display are books on early Western encounters with Japan. For more information visit click here.
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Brinkley, Captain Francis, ed. Japan: Described and Illustrated by the Japanese (1897) | |  |
Josiah Conder. The Flowers of Japan and the Art of Flower Arrangement (1891) | |
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Hokusai Katsushika. Kacho gaden [Sketchbook of Flowers and Birds] (1883) | |  |
Kinsui Shotei. Nihon hyaku sho den isseki wa (1857). The story of Japan's 100 most famous generals | |
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| LSU Discover - Undergraduate Research
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Undergraduate students have one more week to submit their online applications to participate in the annual LSU Discover Day research and creativity symposium! This event, scheduled for April 7 in the Student Union ballroom, provides a venue for undergraduate students from all majors to present their work to a campus wide audience. The deadline to apply is February 8th. Questions about the event or application process can be sent to lsudiscover@lsu.edu.
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| Important Safety Information
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| A new, free smart phone app, called LSU SHIELD, is now available to the LSU community. Available for both iOS and Android operating systems, LSU SHIELD is designed to help students, faculty and staff report emergencies or crimes, receive help from police, or simply check on each other to ensure they've arrived safely at their destinations or returned safely from class, their workouts, or other outings.
1. If you see something, say something:
If you see something suspicious on campus, please report it! We want to hear from you, and you can even report suspicious behavior anonymously. Call LSU Police at 225-578-3231 or learn more.
2. Bookmark LSU's homepage:
Everything from safety messages and severe weather alerts to what's happening around campus can be found at LSU's homepage.
3. Safety messages from the LSU Police Department:
Stay informed of campus safety issues by visiting the LSU Police Department's website and liking LSU PD's Facebook page. To reach LSU PD by phone, dial 225-578-3231 or if it's an emergency, dial 911.
4. Don't Be a Zombie:
Use caution walking and driving on campus, especially in crosswalks. More information!
5. Take a shuttle at night:
Instead of walking around campus at night, take LSU's free shuttle known as Campus Transit.
6. Emergency Text Messages from LSU
Your students should make sure that they have registered their personal cell-phones with the Emergency Text Messaging System. Students can register via their myLSU account. Only faculty, staff, and students will receive an emergency text message in case of an immediate safety issue on campus.
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