LSU Libraries

I just got back from the LSU library and they told me that it’s open to the public

While I go to LSU, I've visited numerous universities in the state and out-of-state, public and private, big and small and it's ridiculous how outdated and poor maintained this library is. Other universities have up-to-date libraries with a variety of amenities and options for students. The student workers act as you'd expect - chit-chatty and useless for anything beyond asking where the bathroom is. Speaking of the bathrooms...avoid them.

This library by no means is a public library. Internet access is not available for non LSU students. Also there is no way to take a printout at the library. To borrow a book, you require a credit card.

This place is nice for studying however be prepared for it to be loud on the 1st-2nd floors. Also it is always 60°F for some reason so if you dont have: a jacket, sweatpants, gloves, a beanie, a personal heater, and can burst into flames to cool off then you can only study at max 3 hours in here before your hands become overly cold to write/type anymore.

I'm describing my experience as a student seeking a quiet place to study and do homework: if you plan on going to the first floor to do homework in a quiet environment, don't. It's never quiet at all and people (excluding the IT desk) talk at normal volumes to each other and on the phone for hours at a time. The desktop keyboards and mice have never been cleaned before, even superficially. The IT desk and front desk are helpful but the printing area is usually filled with workers who are unwilling to help and never stop small-talking to each other.nnI can't imagine trying to read a book in this library.