LSU Resources and Information
International Services Office – The contact for international students regarding their visa status in the United States. This office is responsible for completing all documents and complying with federal regulations regarding international students.
225-578-3191
101 Hatcher Hall
Department of Residential Life – Information regarding living on campus including application forms, newsletters, leadership opportunities, and campus safety
225-578-8663
99 Grace King Hall
Human Resource Management – Information on employment, benefits and compensation
225-578-8200
304 Thomas Boyd
International Student Health Insurance Information – Information on health insurance enrollment and charges, as well as visa type and health insurance requirements
International Student Association – Organization that services international students at LSU and promotes interaction among international students and the Baton Rouge community
225-342-3084
3365 Dalrymple Drive
International Cultural Center–“The International Cultural Center serves to promote international friendship and facilitate greater interaction and understanding between the international students at LSU and the Baton Rouge Community through educational, cultural, and social activities.”
225-342-3084
3365 Dalrymple Drive (At corner with W. Lakeshore Drive) Temporarily closed for repairs as of 9/08.
Current phone number 225-572-2199
International Hospitality Foundation at LSU–“The International Hospitality Foundation (IHF) links the Baton Rouge community and LSU's international students in friendship and intercultural exchange.”
225-578-3015
Center for Academic Success – Academic support for students including free tutoring and study strategies
225-578-2872
B-31 Coates Hall (lower level, southwest end of building)
Writing Center – Provides free tutoring, strategies and feedback
225-578-4439
B-18 Coates Hall
Office of International Development – Information on LSU international education and travel
225-578-8348
110 Hatcher Hall
English Language and Orientation Program – Program that provides English language training for international students and professionals including dates and costs
225-578-5642
Employment and other Baton Rouge, Louisiana area information
SSN Application
1-800-772-1213
Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles
Vehicle Registration:
Drivers License & Identification Card:
Capital Area Transit System– CATS (Baton Rouge Bus Service)
LSU Bus Information
The Advocate - Baton Rouge Newspaper
The Daily Reveille - LSU Student newspaper
Apartments Baton Rouge (search):
Baton Rouge Apartment (search):
East Baton Rouge Parish School System – public school system surrounding LSU area for Kindergarten through 12th grade students