Get a Free Headshot Tomorrow!

Get ready for upcoming professional development events with a résumé review and free professional headshot following your review session.

Wear: Business professional for headshots

Bring: Résumé

Tomorrow, Sept. 3 | 1-3 p.m. | BEC Rotunda

You must be in line by 3 p.m. to receive a headshot.

Ourso Org Fair

Explore the college's student organizations to discover the opportunities they provide for building your résumé, expanding your network, and forming lifelong friendships.

Thursday, Sept. 4 | 1-4 p.m. | BEC Rotunda

Explore the Ourso Orgs

Virtual Drop-in Advising Through Thursday

Through Thursday, Sept. 4, currently enrolled undergraduates may access virtual drop-in appointments with academic counselors from 8:15-11:15 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.

The academic advising page of our site has detailed instructions for accessing the virtual drop-in appointments.

Important Academic Deadlines

Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 4:30 p.m. Final date for dropping courses without receiving a grade of "W." 



Thursday, Sept. 4 at 4:30 p.m. Final date for adding courses for credit and making section changes. Final date to request a grade exclusion from your college.

For students enrolled in Session B (first fall) and C (second fall) courses, please consult the Accelerated Sessions Academic Calendar for specific deadlines for these sessions.

OBSS Mentoring Program Info Session

The Office of Business Student Success Mentoring Program will begin accepting mentee applications on Monday, Sept. 8. To learn more about the program, including how it can help you expand your network and gain valuable professional insights, don't miss this info session.  



Tuesday, Sept. 9 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | BEC Dining Room

See the World, Earn Course Credit

GLO Table Sit

Visit with representatives from Global Learning Opportunities (GLO) to learn about earning course credit on short-term study abroad experiences.

Tuesday, Sept. 9 | 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

BEC Rotunda Learn more.

Let's Geaux to Taiwan! Learn about international business and Taiwanese culture with an educational visit to the island of Taiwan. We’ll visit Taipei (the capital) and Tainan.

Dec. 27, 2025 through Jan. 9, 2026

Course: GBUS 4991, Topics in International Business (open to undergraduate and graduate students). The course will appear on your Spring 2026 schedule.

Learn more at our program info session on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 3:30 p.m. in BEC 1745.

Details and Application

Deadline to apply: September 15

Fall Career Expo

Wear: Business professional

Bring: Résumé, a padfolio or notebook, and pen

Prepare: Your elevator pitch

Details

Wednesday, Sept. 10 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | PMAC

Value Your Future: Lunch & Learn on Real Estate Valuation

Representatives from Lowery Property Advisors, LLC will share insights into the appraisal process, the role of valuation in commercial real estate, and career opportunities in this dynamic industry. Learn how we determine property value, explore what it’s like to work in this field, and discover paths to join our team. Food will be provided, so bring your curiosity—and your appetite.

RSVP

Thursday, Sept. 11 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | BEC 1409

Explore Entrepreneurship with Startup LSU

Experience the startup process while working with professional mentors and Tigers from across campus. Whether you come to pitch a big idea or prefer to participate as a team member, Startup LSU offers business skills in a supportive environment. Participating in Startup LSU can also help you prepare for a chance to win a share of $35,000 in the J Terrell Brown Venture Challenge.

Startup LSU

Sept. 26-28 (Friday afternoon to Sunday evening) 

Business Education Complex

Pricing: $15 early-bird registration available through Sept. 17 

Register

PADM 4000: Special Topics in Congressional Policy

During the 2nd fall term, US Senator Bill Cassidy will teach a course open to undergraduate students of any background.

Special Topic Title: How Laws Really Get Made: Policy, Politics, and Process in Congress

Instructor: Senator Cassidy

Format: 100% Web-Based, synchronous meetings on Mondays, 5-7:50 p.m.

Session: Second Fall (Oct 20-Dec 8)

Credit Hours: 3

Registration is open in Workday Student.

Did you know the college launched an undergraduate minor in public affairs? Check out the details.

New Printer in Rotunda

Print in color, copy, or scan to email with the new printer in the Rotunda. You will need your myLSU credentials to log in. See printing instructions in this GROK article.

Career & Professional Development Resources

The Ourso College Professional Development team is here to help with professional development and your career search.

If you haven't already done so, activate your Handshake account. This is LSU's online career platform that connects students to job opportunities, career events, and one-on-one appointments. In personalized appointments, our team will help with the issues that matter most to you, including career exploration, résumés, cover letters, interview prep, and internship or job searches.

The team also manages a Slack channel to share job opportunities with business students. All listings will also be posted to Handshake, but please join Slack if you would like to be notified about openings as soon as the professional development team makes them available.

Women in Business Table Sit

Stop by to learn more about Women in Business.



Today, Sept. 2 | Noon-3 p.m. | BEC Rotunda

LSU Public Safety Day

LSU invites students, faculty, staff, and community members to attend Public Safety Day.

• Learn how to effectively use AEDs, Narcan, and Stop the Bleed kits.
• Understand the importance of our partnerships with local and state public safety agencies in keeping our campus safe.

Tomorrow, Sept. 3 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Tower Drive

Join Alpha Kappa Psi

Alpha Kappa Psi is a co-ed professional business fraternity open to all majors, focused on helping members grow both socially and professionally. We host events like tailgates, formals, and exchanges, while also offering career development in areas such as résumés, LinkedIn, and interview prep.

Info Sessions - All sessions are at 6:30 p.m.in Patrick F Taylor (PFT) 1200.

Today, Sept. 2

Thursday, Sept. 4

Tuesday, Sept. 9

Thursday, Sept. 11

You must attend at least one info session to be extended a bid.

A game night will be at 6:30 on Sept. 12 in the Student Union.

Beta Alpha Psi Applications Now Open!

Beta Alpha Psi is an honors organization for students majoring in accounting, finance, and ISDS/ISA. BAP focuses on professional development, academic excellence, and community service.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Major in Accounting, Finance, or ISDS/ISA
• 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher
• Completed or currently enrolled in a 3000-level ACCT or FIN course
• Planning to be enrolled at LSU for both Fall and Spring semesters

Want to learn more? Join BAP for coffee and donuts at our Membership Info Session!



Thursday, Sept. 4 | 8-10 a.m. | BEC Dining Room 

Come and go as you please -- casual dress encouraged

Application Deadline: Monday, Sept. 8 

Apply now and take the next step toward academic and professional growth!

Girls Who Invest Info Session

Girls Who Invest is a nonprofit organization dedicated to achieving one primary goal: increasing the number of women in high finance. Through their tuition-free Summer Intensive Program at The Wharton School, and their Online Intensive Program, GWI equips freshman and sophomore girls with the knowledge and skills to intern and launch careers at the largest banks and asset managers in the world. Apply by Oct. 1 for your chance to head-start your dream career!

Girls Who Invest Info Session

Thursday, Sept. 11 | 5:30-6:30pm | BEC 1220

Campus Life Events Student Leadership, Involvement, & Civic Engagement

Change Break 

Change Breaks are transformative, hands-on volunteer experiences during school breaks that give students the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Change Breaks combine teamwork, service-learning, and community engagement to make time off into time well spent! 

For more information about Change Break, attend the info session tomorrow, September 3 or Wednesday, September 10 from 6-7 p.m. in the Campus Life Org Suite 358A.

Trip Details:

• Oct. 15-19
• Memphis, Tennessee
• $250 (due on Sept. 30)
• Apply via TigerLink by 11:55 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28. 

Contact Campus Life Coordinator of Leadership & Civic Engagement, Jasmine Babineaux, jbabineaux@lsu.edu, with questions.

Disney Leadership Experience

Develop your leadership skills through engagement in the Disney Leadership Experience. Travel with us during your 2026 spring break! The program runs from Sunday, March 7, through Friday, March 12. The $800 registration fee includes transportation, lodging, meals at the parks, park passes, and the leadership program. 

Registration will open Thursday, Oct. 23 at 8 a.m.

Attend an interest meeting in the Career Center Classroom on the second floor of the LSU Student Union at 6 p.m.

• September 4, 8, 9, 19, 22, 29
• October 9, 21

Details

Homecoming Court (Seniors only)

Homecoming Court is designed to honor members of the student body who have made a significant contribution to the life of the university. 

Applicants will be asked to submit information on their academic awards and honors, involvement in campus organizations, participation in service projects, and experience with jobs or internships. Applicants will also be asked to submit a short video (three minutes or less*) detailing their response to the following question: 

• How has your time at LSU shaped your character and prepared you to be a visible ambassador for the student body?

Homecoming Court Information

Applications close at 11:55 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 7

LSU Collegiate Recovery Program

LSU’s Collegiate Recovery Program offers support to students, staff, and faculty affected by addiction. Services include weekly recovery meetings, individual support, and free harm reduction materials available in the Recovery Lounge, 167 Coates Hall.

Recovery Ally and Narcan trainings are available on campus. If you or someone you know is in recovery or impacted by addiction, LSU’s Collegiate Recovery Program is here to help. For questions or more information, email Adam Singer, Program Manager, at asinge6@lsu.edu and follow on Instagram @lsurecovery.