All Pontchartrain Hall suites include individual bedrooms with a XL-Twin size bed and adjustable bed frame (full size for single rooms), a desk, closet, and dresser. All suites have a common area with a couch, television stand, counter, chair, and ottoman.
All furniture must remain in designated spaces, bringing in additional furniture is prohibited unless approved by Residential Life and Student Disability Services.
Students are encouraged to pack the following when preparing for life in Pontchartrain Halls:
Bedroom/
Living
- 2-3 Bed Sets (Twin XL-size/Full-size for single dorms)
- Bed Pillows and Pillowcases
- Comforters/Quilts
- Decorative Area Rugs
- Decorative Pillows
- Desk Lamp
- Electric Fan
- Mattress Pad
- Mattress Protector
- Posters
- Sleep Mask
- Throw/Blankets
- Trash Cans
Cleaning/
Organization
- Air freshener
- Bathroom Cleaning Supplies
- Broom and Dustpan
- Cleaning Cloths
- Closet Organizer
- Disinfectant Spray
- Dryer Sheets
- Garbage Bags
- Hand/Stick Vacuum
- Hangers
- Iron/Steamer
- Laundry Basket
- Laundry Detergent
- Paper Towels
- Toilet Brush
- Toilet Plunger
- Under Bed Storage
- Wet Wipes
Bathroom
- Shower Curtain
- Shower Liner
- Shower Mat
- Shower Rings
- Shower Shoes
- Shower Tote/Caddy
- Tissues
- Toilet Paper
- Toothbrush/Soap Case
- Towels (hand, bath, washcloths)
Personal Care
- Body/Handheld Mirror
- Comb or Brush
- First-aid Kit
- Hairdryer/other Hair Tools
- Nail clippers
- Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Important Documents
- Car registration and insurance
- Debit and credit cards
- Drivers license
- Emergency contact list
- Envelopes and stamps
- Forms for financial aid
- Health insurance cards
NOLA Essentials
- Bug Spray
- Rain Boots
- Rain Coat
- Sun Screen
- Umbrella
Cooking
- Can/Bottle Opener
- Cups & Mugs
- Eating Utensils
- Keurig Coffee Machine
- Microwave (No more than 600 Watts)
- Mini fridge (Less than 5-Cubic Feet)
- Oven Mitt
- Plates & Bowls
- Travel Mug
- Utensil Divider
- Water Pitcher & Filters
Electronics
- Batteries
- Ear Buds/Headphones
- Extra Phone Chargers
- Game Systems
- HDMI Cable
- Laptop Accessories
- Portable Charger
- Surge Protector
- USB Adapters
Misc.
- Bulletin Board/Whiteboard
- Ear Plugs
- Flashlight
- Lockbox
- Safety pins
- Scissors
- Stepladder
- Tool Kit
- Weekender Bag
Things to Consider Sharing
While living in Pontchartrain Halls, residents have the opportunity to live with up to three other suite-mates who share a common space. We recommend connecting with your suite-mates as soon as you know who you're living with! Think about what items you use on a regular basis and decide if you want to coordinate any items.
Here are Some Recommended Items to Share:
- Mini Fridge
- TV
- Microwave
- Hand/Stick Vacuum
- Decorative Area Rugs
Hurricane Preparation
University officials regularly monitor weather conditions. During hurricane season (July-November), university officials monitor and track hurricanes, tropical storms and tropical depressions for potential to impact our university community. As per university hurricane protocol, students are notified of university preparations for a storm which may potentially impact our community via the following means: LSU New Orleans Email, Text Alerts and the university website. Safety protocols during a hurricane or tropical storm may vary depending on the strength and path of the storm.
Students Evacuating with LSU New Orleans are encouraged to pack:
- At least 2-3 changes of clothing and shoes
- Pillow/ Blanket/Sleeping Pad
- Toiletries
- Needed Medications/Medical Supplies
- Student ID, Driver’s License/Identification, Insurance Card, Health Insurance Information
- Charged Cell Phone, Charger, and Portable Battery Pack
- Snacks (granola, power bars, etc).
- Radio/Book/Entertainment
- Flashlight
- Bring This NOT That
- Bring an air diffuser and/or stick diffusers NOT Candles/Incense/Wax Warmers/Wallflowers
- 300 Watt Microwave NOT Air Fryers/Anything with exposed Heating Element
- Bring heating pads and/or thermal blankets NOT Space Heaters
- Bring surge protected power strips NOT Non-UL Approved Power Cord or Extension Cords
- Bring LED and/or Battery Powered Lights NOT Halogen Lamps and/or Wall Plug String Lights
- Bring Command Strips/Hooks NOT Nails/Screws for the wall
- Emotional Support Animals
Requesting Approval for an Emotional Support Animal?
LSU New Orleans is committed to provide for the needs of enrolled or admitted students who have disabilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
If you have a disability and require housing accommodations while enrolled at LSU New Orleans, please note your requested housing accommodation on your application and also take this opportunity to self-identify and provide documenatation supporting your accommodation requests to the Office of Disability Services (ODS).
Residents requesting an emotional support animal as an accommodation to reside in their assigned bedroom must submit the request and related documentation to the Office of Disability Services for review and appproval prior to moving the animal on campus. The animal will not be allowed to reside in Pontchartrain Halls until approved by the Office of Disability Services. Please contact Disability Services for more information. - General Prohibited Items
All smoking, vaping, illegal narcotics and weapons are prohibited on LSU New Orleans Campus.
Items marked with an (*) asterisk are prohibited by the Fire Marshall.- Coffee Makers [Except Keurig's]
- Hot Plates
- Anything with exposed Heating Element/Hot Surface
- Air Fryer
- Regular Size Refrigerators
- Space Heaters
- Christmas Lights*
- String Lights*
- All Furniture
- Curtains*
- All Wall Plug Air Fresheners
- Mattresses [Unless Approved by the Office of Disability Services]
- Regular Extension Cords [Except Power Strips]
- Candles
- Incense Burner
- Incense
- Wax Warmers
- Vaping Device
- Vaping Supplies
- All Smoking Paraphernalia
- Illegal Drugs & Drug Paraphernalia
- Alcohol [If Under 21]
- All Weapons (including toy or decorative)
- Pets
Visit uno.edu/housing/pontchartrain-halls to review other items not listed above.
- Housing Accommodations
Need Specific Housing Accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act?
LSU New Orleans is committed to provide for the needs of enrolled or admitted students who have disabilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
If you have a disability and require accommodations while enrolled at LSU New Orleans, please take this opportunity to self-identify to the Office of Disability Services (ODS). - Semesterly Health + Safety Room Inspections
Resident Assistants of each hall conduct semesterly health and safety inspections to observe the quality of residents living assignments and to ensure that each resident is following Residential Life standards and protocols. This process involves an inspection of each suite/room to ensure acceptable standards of living for the health and safety of our residents and the building as well.
- Welcome Care Packages and Linens
Dormify works with the Office of Residential Life to offer students and their families options for linens and care packages. Dormify offers a variety of bedding styles and colors which may appeal to you.