About this Location

Facility Overview

The CSTB Parking Lot is a designated surface parking facility located on the campus of Southeastern Louisiana University (SLU) at 803 N Oak St in Hammond, Louisiana. Serving the modern Computer Science and Technology Building (CSTB) and adjacent academic halls, this expansive, open-air paved lot offers straightforward, grade-level parking for university students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors. Because it is an open-air lot without overhead structures or deck ceilings, there are virtually no vertical height restrictions, making it exceptionally accommodating for full-size pickup trucks, commercial work vans, large SUVs, and vehicles equipped with roof racks or utility boxes.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Strategically situated along North Oak Street on the northwestern edge of the vibrant Southeastern Louisiana University campus, the CSTB Parking Lot serves as a prime parking node for academic, athletic, and cultural venues:

Computer Science & Technology Building (CSTB): Located right at the doorstep of the lot, providing immediate access to tech laboratories, lecture halls, and academic departments.
Strawberry Stadium: The home of the Southeastern Lions football team is located less than a 10-minute walk south (approximately 0.5 miles), making this area a convenient staging location on gamedays.
University Center: Located less than half a mile north on N Oak St, hosting university basketball games, commencement ceremonies, regional conventions, and arena concerts.
SLU Student Union & Dining: A brief 6 to 8-minute walk into the central campus quadrangle, providing easy access to the bookstore, campus dining, and the War Memorial Student Union.
Downtown Hammond: Situated just over one mile south, downtown Hammond offers an array of local dining spots, craft breweries, art galleries, and the Hammond Amtrak Station.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward via North Oak Street, a primary north-south corridor running directly through the SLU campus connecting to University Avenue (LA-3234) to the north and West Thomas Street (US-190) to the south. Motorists traveling to the area can quickly reach the lot from Interstate 12 (via Exit 388/US-51) or Interstate 55 (via Exit 32 onto University Ave). Campus pedestrians and transit riders can take advantage of the Southeastern Lion Traxx shuttle system, which operates campus transit loops connecting major commuter lots with central academic complexes during the fall and spring semesters.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Grade-Level Parking: Spacious layout with marked standard spaces and unrestricted vertical clearance.
ADA Accessible Spaces: Clearly marked accessible parking stalls situated close to the CSTB main entrance ramps and walkways.
Campus Security & Safety: Patrolled by Southeastern Louisiana University Police Department (UPD) with high-visibility lighting and nearby emergency call boxes across campus pathways.
Pedestrian Connectivity: Paved, lit sidewalks and crosswalks leading safely into the heart of the university academic core.
EV Charging & University Services: Located within proximity to campus sustainability hubs and administrative service points.

Ideal For

SLU Students & Faculty: Everyday commuters attending lectures, coding labs, and study groups in the CSTB and surrounding science facilities.
Event & Conference Attendees: Visitors attending STEM workshops, guest lectures, robotics tournaments, or academic symposiums hosted in the CSTB auditorium.
Lions Athletics Fans: Sports attendees seeking convenient parking within walking distance of Strawberry Stadium and the University Center.
Campus Visitors & Prospective Students: Families and guests touring Southeastern Louisiana University\'s northern campus quadrant.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During standard university operating hours (Monday through Thursday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday 7:00 AM to 12:30 PM during regular semesters), campus parking regulations are actively enforced. University permits (faculty/staff or designated student tags) are generally required in marked zones. Visitors should obtain a temporary guest permit from the Southeastern Parking Operations office or via the university\'s visitor parking portal prior to parking. Outside of standard enforcement windows and on non-event weekends, campus surface lots are often accessible for general parking, but drivers should always check posted signage at the lot entrance for specific lane designations and reserved stalls.