Students for Stripes

“Being from Texas, I didn’t have anyone in my family who had gone to LSU or were even interested when I started applying. I had gone to SPIN (Spring Invitational) and many Ambassadors recommended for me to go to STRIPES, and I could never be more grateful!
When I got off the bus and came to STRIPES by myself with only a suitcase and an Uber Driver, I felt scared and isolated until I stepped into Spruce Hall where I was greeted by many smiling faces (including William Hayes who ate dinner with me because I came in late). Once I had met my SGLs and other STRIPErs, I felt at home because Maggie (my SGL) said we had to rip up our cool cards and start fresh!
Through the many late nights of winning tug-of-war, sharing secrets under the veil of a flashlight, eating at the 459 and 5 and learning what we do and don’t like there, I made a few lasting friendships. Once the veil of STRIPES had finished, I had people I could lean on in the first weeks of school while I was still getting my feet wet at LSU. I met my best friends through the after effect over STRIPES. (We both did STRIPES and would make references but only people from STRIPES understood them.) When I would feel antsy about something I was able to call my SGLs to find the answer.
If I had not gone to STRIPES, I wouldn’t have had this foundation of LSU traditions, friends, resources, or mentors! FOREVER THANKFUL FOR TUREAUD... YOU KNOW!” - Angel Puder
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The quality of our student staff members really impact the whole experience 🐯 Thanks for sharing, Angel!
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Finals are over, and won the Heisman... What an end to a great semester 🥳
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We’re here to let you know that nothing (except the university closing Dec. 23) is pausing the effort!
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“The summer of 2018 was one of the best I've ever had and it's all thanks to a program I decided to apply for on a whim.
I found myself having internal struggles about where I belonged on campus and where I could make a long-lasting impact. I figured it wouldn't hurt to step out of my comfort zone and apply for something new. What did I have to lose?
Everyone I looked up to couldn't stop talking about how amazing their STRIPES experience was as a participant and especially on staff.
As someone who had never gone through the program, I felt a little out of place applying, but I thought that it would be a great way to venture out and learn more about LSU.
That curious sophomore who applied for that position is now a strong and confident senior who can't seem to thank that 2018 summer enough. Deciding to apply for STRIPES was hands down the BEST decision I've made coming to LSU.
Only one summer with this program and I have never felt so loved, appreciated, and supported. I was celebrated for being me and the program reignited my love and passion for LSU. I have formed many new friendships and strengthened existing ones over the course of those 3 weeks.
I got to share my story with all of my fellow tigers and I could not be more grateful for the opportunities STRIPES gave me afterward.
I think the one thing I am the most thankful for was the connections I made with SOOOO MANY amazing freshmen who are on campus today doing great things (AS EXPECTED). They have become some of my greatest friends and I've learned so much from them. I am so proud of all of the students I got to meet that summer and it truly warms my heart hearing their stories about and that I got to be a part of that experience.
This program will always have a special place in my heart and I am honored to have been able to experience STRIPES. It has changed my life forever.” - Jenn Nguyen
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You can’t ignore the passion here. 🐅🐅🐅
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