Louisiana State University of AlexandriaStudent Guide

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Public Research University in Alexandria, LA. Operating on a semester system.

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Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall 2026 ELearn 0

The semester, explained for Louisiana State University of Alexandria

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 ELearn 0
Campus terms
15
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 ELearn 0 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

20 entries
  1. Fall 2026 E-Learn 1 / 1st Session
  2. Fall 2026 1st SessionFall 2026 ELearn 1
  3. Fall 2026 ELearn 0Relevant now
  4. Fall 2026 Full Session
  5. Fall 2026 E-Learn 2 / 2nd Session
  6. Fall 2026 2nd SessionFall 2026 ELearn 2
  7. Spring 2027 1st Session (On Campus)Spring 2027 E-Learn 1 (100% Online)
  8. Spring 2027 1st SessionSpring 2027 ELearn 1
  9. Spring 2027 E-Learn 0 (100% Online Full Session)Spring 2027 Full Session (On Campus)
  10. Spring 2027 ELearn 0
  11. Spring 2027 Full Session
  12. Spring 2027 2nd Session (On Campus)Spring 2027 E-Learn 2 (100% Online)
  13. Spring 2027 2nd SessionSpring 2027 ELearn 2

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15 terms

B

BCM
Baptist Collegiate Ministry, a large active religious organization on campus.
BSU
Baptist Student Union, a prominent religious student organization active on campus.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led organization that plans major campus events.

G

Generals
The official nickname and mascot for LSUA students, faculty, and athletic teams.

M

Magnolia
The Magnolia Cafe, the main campus dining hall located in the Brumfield Caffey Annex.

S

SAA
Student Ambassador Association, a group of students who assist with recruitment and campus tours.
SGA
Student Government Association, the official representative body for the student population.

T

Tank
The name of the LSUA mascot, Tank the General.
The Bistro
A quick-service dining location situated in the Student Center.
The Cafe
Magnolia Cafe, the main dining hall located in the Student Center.
The Cup
The Empty Cup, the on-campus coffee shop that serves Starbucks products.
The Empty Space
The black box theater located in Mulder Hall used for student performances.
The Grill
The Oaks Grill, a casual dining venue located within the residential complex.
The Oaks
The Oaks Residence Hall, the primary apartment-style housing complex on campus.
The Quad
The central grassy area between the main academic buildings used for socializing.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

12 details
Abrams
Abrams Hall, the primary facility for science classes and laboratories.
Brumfield Caffey
The Brumfield Caffey Annex, containing the campus ballroom and large meeting rooms.
Chambers
Chambers Hall, which houses the nursing and business programs.
Moodle
The online learning management system used for course materials, assignments, and grades.
Mulder
Mulder Hall, the main building for liberal arts and the location of the theater.
MyLSUA
The central online portal where students access their university email, grades, and campus announcements.
Self-Service
The web portal used for class registration, financial aid, and official student records.
Sentry
The campus-wide system for ID cards, building access, and emergency notifications.
Sentry Card
The official LSUA student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and library checkouts.
The Annex
The Brumfield Caffey Annex, the central hub for student services, the bookstore, and dining.
The Fort
The LSUA Fitness Center, often referred to by students as 'The Fort' in reference to the university's military-themed mascot.
The Fort
The campus bookstore and spirit shop located in the Student Center.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 ELearn 0 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
15 approved campus terms and 12 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Alexandria for Louisiana State University of Alexandria Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Alexandria.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$900

Cost of Living Index

87

Student Population

8,000

City Transportation

Walkability

35

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Alexandria Transit System (ATS bus service)

Nearest Airports

Alexandria International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

67°F

Avg Snowfall

0.2 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 01 (Science Parking Lot)

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Located at 45 Grady Britt Drive near the Science Building.

Lot 05 (Mulder Hall Parking Lot)

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Located at 209 Middleton Drive serving Mulder Hall and the Student Center.

Lot 08 (The Oaks Residence Lot)

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Located at 8223 Acorn Drive for residents of The Oaks Apartments.

Campus News

Latest updates from Louisiana State University of Alexandria

LSUA Fall 2026 Enrollment Hits All-Time High

LSUA welcomed 8,600 students for the Fall 2026 semester, marking the largest enrollment in the university's history and a nearly 12% increase from the previous year.

Sep 16, 2026

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LSUA Groundbreaking for New Health Education Campus

The university officially broke ground on a new Health Education Campus, a transformational project intended to expand nursing and allied health programs.

Jun 24, 2026

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LSUA Ranks Among Top Institutions in Newsweek's Best Colleges for Women 2026

LSUA has been recognized nationally for its support and academic programs tailored to the success of women in higher education.

Feb 23, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Louisiana State University of Alexandria

Campus Preview Day

October 10, 2026

LSUA Campus

An opportunity for students and supporters to learn about campus life, academic programs, and more. Registration is required for the 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. event.

Resume Rodeo

October 14, 2026

Mulder Lobby

Career development event focusing on resume reviews and preparation from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Career Fair

October 22, 2026

LSUA Fort

Annual career fair connecting students with regional employers from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Louisiana State University of Alexandria

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

2 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Mulder Hall

The Oaks Apartments

Capacity: 256

Room types: One-bedroom apartment, Two-bedroom apartment, Four-bedroom apartment

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@louisianastatealexan.edu

Official Website

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