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8223 Acorn Drive
Alexandria, LA 71302

Phone: (318) 767-2616
Email: reslife@lsua.edu
Snapchat: @lsuareslife
Instagram: @lsua.reslife
Facebook: @TheOaksLSUA

2018-2019 Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Campus Address:
8100 Hwy 71 South
Alexandria, LA 71302

Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I pay for electricity and how much?

Electricity is included up to a specified amount. A four bedroom receives an allowance of $125.00 a month, a two bedroom receives $100.00 a month, and a one bedroom receives $75.00 a month. Any overages are billed to the entire apartment. Each resident will pay an equal part of the overage bill.
Is there a cable jack in my room?

There is a cable, internet, and phone jack in every bedroom and in the living room. Your cable and internet are free of charge. The office also has cable boxes available to borrow for older T.V.s
What furnishings are provided and can I bring my own?

The living room is furnished with an end table, coffee table, couch, game chair, and TV stand. Each bedroom is furnished with a bed frame, a mattress, a personal desk with chair, and a wooden drawer that accents the desk. Every window has mini blinds. The kitchen is equipped with a bar with barstools, a microwave, dishwasher, stove with oven, and fridge/freezer with ice maker. You may bring extra furniture; however, furniture provided cannot be removed.
What amenities are offered?

Inside the clubhouse is a game room equipped with darts, billiards, and ping pong. There is also an auditorium for study groups or meetings. Inside the clubhouse are two 42 in. televisions, which are available for your viewing. We have DVD players and a Wii console for your entertainment. It is also equipped with laundry facilities, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is a vending room within the clubhouse as well as a computer lab which offers 6 computers for resident use. The clubhouse hours are from 8 am till 11 pm Monday thru Friday. Saturday hours are from 11 am till 11 pm. Sunday hours are 11 pm till 11 pm. Outside the backdoors of the clubhouse is the swimming pool. Located at the back of the property are barbeque pits for resident use, an outdoor basketball court, and a volleyball court made out of sand.
What if I don't know enough roommates to fill an apartment?

No problem. We use a roommate matching system to match you with someone who shares your hobbies, habits, and lifestyle.
May I have friends spend the night?

Yes, but only on Friday and Saturday nights. You must register your guests a day early, and all your roommates must agree and sign a consent form. On weekdays, guests are allowed from 8:00am-11:00pm. All guests must register with the main office.
Am I responsible for my roommates rent?

No. Everyone has an individual housing contract.
Can I have alcohol?

If you are 21 years or older, you may have alcohol in your room only. Alcohol is not allowed in the any common area if anyone in the apartment is under the age of 21.
Are there curfews?

There are no curfews. You are an adult now. It is your right and responsibility to judge what hours to keep; however, there are QUIET hours.
How do I keep people out of my stuff?

Everyone has an individual key to their bedroom. Lock your door when leaving the apartment.
What do I use to hang my pictures on the wall?

Nails and screws are prohibited in the walls. Housing contract do not use anything that will pierce the sheet rock completely. The picture hanging kits at Wal-Mart or the hardware store with the hooks and small nails work great. Also the “Command” stick-on hooks work well.
To whom do I pay rent?

For LSUA students all fees are paid at the LSUA accounting office. Payments can be made with cash, check, money order, credit/debit card. For residents of LSUE or other universities, payments are to be made at the accounting office in the form of a check or money order. LSUE STUDENTS MUST PAY FULL SEMESTER FEE BEFORE MOVE IN.
In case of emergency, who can I reach?

Each building has a Resident Assistant. Your RA will be making rounds to meet everyone. housing contract bring any problems to his/her attention. If it is after office hours, you can reach an RA on duty by calling (318)664-1020.
Is there trash pick-up?

Next to the mailboxes there are two dumpsters. Your trash must be placed in either dumpster, not next to or on top of the dumpster, and not outside of your doors or buildings. Housing contract be courteous and take care of your trash. There are fines for leaving your trash outside and they will be collected. Note: Trash pick-up is every Tuesday and Thursday.
Is someone on staff for maintenance issues? And who?

Maintenance is provided by LSUA Maintenance for any issue occurring during office hours. Housing contract fill out a maintenance report at the front office and they will take care of it as quickly as possible. For any emergency maintenance issue occurring after hours, call the office to reach an RA.

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