Louisiana State University (LSU) is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, which is the capital city of the state. The main campus is situated on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River. Baton Rouge is about an hour and fifteen minutes drive from New Orleans. LSU is the flagship university of Louisiana and is known for its academic, research, and cultural activities. The university has multiple campuses across Louisiana, but its primary and largest campus is in Baton Rouge.