Fall Success Week

Student Employment Opportunities

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Holding an on-campus job is a great way to gain experience and to build your community at LSU! Join us for a conversation about how to find on-campus employment opportunities, develop career skills, and learn about the benefits of working on campus.

Academic Programs Abroad

11:00 - 11:30 am

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Dive into the exciting possibilities of spending your spring or summer abroad. This workshop will provide insights into international opportunities, cultural experiences, and the steps to make going abroad this summer a reality.

Getting Organized and Managing Your Time 

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Learn how to organize and maximize your time to focus on your goals and priorities.  

Discover Research Opportunities 

12:00 - 12:30 pm

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Interested in conducting research this year? LSU Discover Undergraduate Research can help you find opportunities to participate in faculty-mentored research either here at LSU or at another university during the summer months.  

Banking & Budgeting 101 

1:00 - 1:30 pm

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Learn why you should have a bank account and how to develop a budget. 

Major Exploration Resources

1:30 - 2:00 pm

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Are you considering a major change? Stop by this session to learn about the LSU resources that can assist you in discovering your passion. 

Course Scheduling Tools

2:00 - 2:30 pm 

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Learn how to use the LSU Course Catalog to explore courses you will need to complete for your degree.

Find Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction (SI) for Your Classes 

2:30 - 3:00 pm

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Learn how to find Academic Success tools to help support you in your coursework. 

How to discover your CliftonStrengths Top 5 

3:00 - 3:30 pm

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Learn how to access the CliftonStrengths Platform to take the assessment to discover your Top 5 Strengths. 

Ask an upperclassmen

3:30 - 4:00 pm

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Still have questions about Tiger Cash vs. Paw Points, riding the buses, scheduling a test in the Testing Center, utilizing the Math Lab, and more? Stop by to get to your questions answered by a current LSU student. 

How to Get Involved

11:00 - 11:30  a.m.

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Whether you’re looking to make new friends, join a student organization, or learn about the upcoming events at LSU, Campus Life has you covered. Come find out how you can get involved on campus with Campus Life and TigerLink.

Using Your CliftonStrengths

11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Learn how to access the CliftonStrengths Platform to take the assessment to discover your Top 5 Strengths. 

LSU Service Opportunities 

12:00 - 12:30 p.m. 

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

 Are you interested in giving back to the local community? Work alongside members of the community in the greater Baton Rouge area through one of the many opportunities offered through Volunteer LSU. Also, learn about our biggest spring semester service initiative – Geaux Big Baton Rouge.

LSU Leadership Opportunities 

12:30 - 1:00 p.m. 

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

 Unlock your potential to be a leader on campus through the leadership programs offered by Campus Life – coaching, workshops, cohorts, and our new Disney Leadership Experience. If you’re aspiring to be a leader on campus one day or are looking to hone your skills, come find out which programs are right for you. 

Wild Out Wednesday 

1:00 - 3:00 p.m. 

Free Speech Plaza

Chapters from the Divine 9 step and stroll and showcase the unique culture specific to the Historically Black Greek Lettered Organizations with energy, passion, and community. 

How to get involved in undergraduate research? 

3:00 - 4:00 p.m. 

International Room 303, LSU Student Union, 3rd Floor

Learn how to find research opportunities on campus. 

Change Break Trip During Fall Break

3:30 - 4:30 p.m. 

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor

Change Breaks are transformative, hands-on service experiences during school breaks, during which students travel across the US and the world to make meaningful impacts in communities. Come find out how to make the most of your fall break during our trip to the Ronald McDonald House in Dallas, Texas.

New State, New Start

 

11:00 - 11:45 a.m. 

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor 

Join us for an out-of-state student meet-up to connect, share experiences, and build a supportive community as you navigate life away from home. Louisiana themed refreshments will be provided.

UREC On The Geaux 

12:00 - 2:00 p.m. 

Tower Drive  

Join UREC on tower drive for a break from your studies. Come participate in one of our many tailgate style games, while relaxing in an informal social setting. Have questions about how to get involved at UREC? Our staff will be on hand to answer all your questions!

Wellness Expo

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.  

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor 

Stop by the Wellness Expo to receive LSU Wellness Resource information and to talk to a Wellness Coach. Free Jeremiah's Ice will be available while supplies last.  

What is Wellbeing & wellness coaching?

2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.  

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor 

Learn more about wellbeing at LSU and how wellness coaching works.

Managing My Health 

2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor 

Learn about the various resources at the Student Health Center and tips to stay healthy. 

What is Wellbeing & wellness coaching?

3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor 

Learn more about wellbeing at LSU and how wellness coaching works.

Managing Stress

3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Student Success One Stop, LSU Student Union, 2nd Floor 

Learn about LSU Mental Health resources  and practical tips to manage stress. 

Sextember and HIV Testing 

4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 

Tower Drive 

Join the Student Health Center and LSU Libraries for an engaging evening at Sex-tember Trivia! Challenge your knowledge of sexual health, compete for exciting prizes, and enjoy complimentary food along with our impressive condom buffet. Additionally, Metro Health will offer free HIV testing on Tower Drive from 4:30 to 8:00 PM.

First-Generation Student Focused Climbing

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.  

UREC

 Join us for the First Gen Climb Night at the Climbing Wall, an exciting event designed exclusively for new Tigers to experience the thrill of climbing in a fun and supportive environment. Meet fellow students, challenge yourself on a variety of routes, and discover all the adventures the LSU Climbing Wall has to offer! 

Wellness Self-Directed Activity 

All Day 

All over campus 

Determine what matters for you and develop a plan to increase your understanding of the 10 dimensions of wellness. Take some time this week to visit websites or participate in existing LSU wellness services (i.e. UREC, visit Health Center, have a wellness coaching session, visit a career coach)

Contact Dan Bureau (dbureau@lsu.edu) for more details. Use this form to participate.

Fall Fest 

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

Parade Ground

Each year, the LSU community comes together to celebrate being a part of the LSU community. Come learn about campus departments and student organizations, meet friends, and enjoy free food, giveaways, and entertainment. The event kicks off at 11 a.m. when the Golden Band from Tigerland steps onto the Parade Ground.