With the residence halls at 95% capacity for next fall and campus housing renewal going on right now, there's never been a better time to make up your mind about living on campus. Here's my list on why it's an experience you simply don't want to miss.
Top 10 Reasons to Live On-Campus
Top 10 Reasons to Live On-Campus
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| Students enjoy an ice cream social in Blake Hall. |
1. Real Life Facebook:
Hundreds of friends all in the same place. Like FB, but better! It's a built in social network, and a great way to make lasting friendships.
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Evangeline students discuss a project with their prof. |
Wake up 20 minutes before class and still beat your professor there. Residential Colleges even have classes in the buildings, so you can show up in your pj's.
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Thousands gather for Fall Fest 2011 in the quad. |
3. Be in the Middle of it All:
From football, to concerts, to guest speakers like the founder of Toms, if you live on campus, you are in the center of it all.
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| Res College students take a class in their own building |
4. Better Grades:
Studies show students who live on campus consistently earn higher GPA's. So, go ahead, make mom and dad proud!
5. Buffet Everyday:
Buffet style dining halls, Panda Express, Jamba Juice, etc. all within walking distance...What's not to love about that?
6. You're Never Home Alone:
With 24-hour front desks, card and key access checkpoints, LSU PD, and campus transit living on campus is your safest bet.
7. Top Secret Test Secrets:
If you live in a Res College, many professors come to you, holding special office hours and study sessions in your building!
8. No Due Dates:
Ditch the worries about set up fees and fluctuating bills. All rent, utilities, furniture and programs are included in your one time payment per semester, available on your fee bill with your tuition.
9. No Hassle Anything:
With an entire staff of professionals behind you, like maintenance, custodians, housing assignment coordinators, RA's and more-- you'll never have to deal with anything alone.
10. Live the Dream:
Living on campus is the ultimate in the college experience. You haven't had the full LSU experience until you've lived with LSU Res Life.
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Enjoy gourmet dining with a meal plan! |
5. Buffet Everyday:
Buffet style dining halls, Panda Express, Jamba Juice, etc. all within walking distance...What's not to love about that?
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| Card access is required to gain access to ALL Res Halls |
With 24-hour front desks, card and key access checkpoints, LSU PD, and campus transit living on campus is your safest bet.
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| A resident receives faculty help in her own res hall. |
If you live in a Res College, many professors come to you, holding special office hours and study sessions in your building!
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Residents enjoy a hassle free move-in ready room! |
Ditch the worries about set up fees and fluctuating bills. All rent, utilities, furniture and programs are included in your one time payment per semester, available on your fee bill with your tuition.
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| 2010 Residential Life Staff |
With an entire staff of professionals behind you, like maintenance, custodians, housing assignment coordinators, RA's and more-- you'll never have to deal with anything alone.
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Evangeline roommates enjoy the ultimate LSU experience! |
Living on campus is the ultimate in the college experience. You haven't had the full LSU experience until you've lived with LSU Res Life.
If you've been accepted to the University, apply today. Trust me, it's an experience you don't want to miss! Questions about living on campus? Feel free to email me at girlinthepurplepolo@gmail.com for a student's perspective.
xoxo-- Girl in the Purple Polo
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