The LSU Library is often disparaged because of its poor conditions, and the Reveille has covered this extensively here, here and here.
I wouldn’t disagree that the Library has its problems, but after exploring each floor, I have come to a greater appreciation of the building and its offerings.
First Floor
The first floor is home to large study areas with desks and computers throughout. CC’s Coffee House is also located on the first floor for those who need a little more energy to finish up their exam studies or homework assignments. And don’t forget about the book exchange; sometimes textbooks are even available.
First Floor
The LSU Library sits under a partially cloudy sky on Thursday, April 13, 2023, on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
A mat sits at the entrance of the LSU Library on Thursday, April 13, 2023, on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
“The Torch of Learning” sculpture sits near the entrance of the LSU Library on Thursday, April 13, 2023, in Baton Rouge, La.
Computers sit on desks on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Red chairs sit available for students on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
A sign advertises a book exchange on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Poems hang on the wall during National Poetry Month on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
The CC’s Coffee House sign lights up on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Second Floor
The second floor is where one can start finding shelves full of books as well as additional study spaces. The service desk on the second floor is where students can check out books and even board games if you're looking to have some fun. The Carter Music Resource Center, which houses various music related books and items, is also on the second floor.
Second Floor
An old phone booth sits empty in the hallway on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
The Carter Music Resources Center houses music related books and items on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
A keyboard sits inside the Carter Music Resources Center on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
“The Life and Times of Paul McCartney” sits on its shelf on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
The service desk offers information to students on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
The Wellness Hub awaits visitors on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
The LSU Library offers views of the Quad on Thursday, April 13, 2023, on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Wires dangle from a phone charging station on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
A stool sits in the center of an aisle on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Third Floor
The Math Lab is on the Library’s third floor (students have their opinions on the Math Lab, but I have to include it). Beyond the Math Lab much of the third floor is dedicated to shelves of books (including various State reports) and quiet study spaces.
Third Floor
A sign welcomes students to the Math Lab on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Students study on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Shelf marks help students find books on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Books fill the shelves on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Reports from the Louisiana Department of Public Welfare sit on a shelf on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Reports from the New York State Board of Social Welfare fill a shelf on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Books sit in the reshelving area on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Red carpeting leads down the aisle on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
A collection of The Supreme Court Review sits on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
State Papers from various years fill the shelves on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Fourth Floor
Everyone knows the fourth floor for its plastic tarps and garbage cans for water collection, but you should know there’s more to it. On its shelves a Welsh language book awaits an eager learner! (Only five of you will enjoy that fact, but I had to point it out.)
Fourth Floor
A sign denotes the fourth floor as a quiet study area on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
A tube leads into a garbage can on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Atkinson Hall sits beyond the window on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
A student studies on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
A copy of “The Illustrated Practical Encyclopedia of Pruning” sits atop the shelf on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
A collection of the “Journal of Environmental Science and Health” sits on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Several bins line the aisle on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
A copy of “Speak it in Welsh” sits on the shelf on Thursday, April 13, 2023, inside the LSU Library on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.
Basement
The basement is a mystery to me as a sign turned me away. Perhaps I will have to do a follow-up.
