Southern University

Tailgating is an essential part of college football all across the country but for Jaguar Nation, it is an art form. Over two-thirds of Jaguars fans tailgate for five or more hours before every game, and many begin celebrating the great Jaguar football experience more than 24 hours before kickoff.

SU encourages its fans to tailgate in a responsible manner, respectful of the campus and of other Jaguar fans and fans from visiting schools. Help us keep your campus clean by bagging your trash.

For the safety and enjoyment of all fans, please follow these guidelines when tailgating at SU football games. Tailgating Setup is allowed after 5 p.m. CT on the Friday prior to game day. Also, tailgate setups are subject to removal for violation of tailgating policies. Please direct all questions regarding tailgating to SU Athletics Ticket Office at (225) 771-3171.

SOUTHERN RV / TAILGATING RULES

RV's can begin to park on campus at 5 p.m. in the reserved RV parking lots / Tailgating on the Baton Rouge Campus begins at 6 a.m. on Gameday until start of the game. Fans and Patron's are strongly urged to adhere to the policies listed below regarding RV / Gameday tailgating policies and procedures. 

There is no re-entry once fans (reserved or general admission) enter the SUBR campus after 6 a.m. on Saturday. Once the tabs on the parking tags are punched, fans are prohibited from leaving the campus or access any area for drop off.

These policies are intended to ensure the safety of all who enter the Southern University campus. All of the following policies are strictly enforced and tailgating and/or parking privileges are subject to revocation should fans violate these rules and policies.

If anyone violates the below policies they are subject to have there credentials revoked and can possibly face further penalties. 
 

RV / GENERAL TAILGATING POLICIES

Parking Pass
All parking tags / decals must be visible at all times, to ensure that the vehicle/tailgate is in the correct space.

Bands & Music
Live musical bands / Disc Jockeys (DJ's) or other live performances are NOT allowed at tailgating sites or on campus without prior approval from Southern University Athletics.

Music (Amplified)
Music must be confined to your tailgate area and speakers must be directed into your tailgate party. All music must be turned off by midnight the night before games and by 2 a.m. after games. Tailgaters are encouraged to contact SUPD at (225) 771-2770 when music from another tailgate party becomes a nuisance.

Caterers
Caterers must have proper parking permits to be admitted to private tailgate areas in reserved lots. Dropping off tailgate orders or supplies without a permit will not be allowed.

Cookers
Cookers on trailers are not allowed in reserved lots, and no cooker at any location on campus may be larger than a 55-gallon drum (23” in diameter x 35” long). Cookers may not be placed in travel lanes or in parking spaces. Cookers may not be placed inside buildings.

Cooking Sites
Policy: Cooking is not permitted under building entrances, patios, covered walks or on any exposed aggregate, ornamental concrete, brick pavers, etc., where grease drippings can stain surfaces. Cooking is not permitted on any of the SU playing surfaces..

Fencing & Flooring
Fans may not erect or remove fencing or barricades of any type (permanent or temporary) on the SUBR campus. Fan may also not setup any temporary flooring anywhere on the SUBR campus or other areas deemed to be sensitive or prone to damage.

Food sales/food vendors
Policy: No food sales or vendors are allowed on campus without approval of Southern University Athletics.

Food Distribution
Companies and individuals may not issue samples or products without being properly licensed by the University and approved by Southern University Athletics. Food, drink, and other items may neither be sold nor given to the general public.

Generators
Portable electrical generators are permitted, but are discouraged. For temporary electrical needs, Southern University recommends the use of battery operated inverters that convert the battery current to house current. These recommended devices do not generate hazardous carbon monoxide emissions, do not require gasoline cans and resultant hazards, and do not create noise that is potentially damaging to hearing and a nuisance to fellow tailgaters. The operation of portable electrical generators that create excessive noise, emission hazards or other safety concerns will not be permitted.

Glass Containers 
Policy: Glass containers are not allowed for use during tailgating activities.
Reason: Broken glass can cause a safety hazard, not only for tailgaters, but also for students on campus during the week. This is a particular concern on the Parade Ground and other areas that are used for student recreational activities.

Motorized Vehicles (Go Carts, Etc.)
Policy: Four-wheelers, ATV's, Mopeds, Scooters, Side-by-Side ATV's, Go Carts, Hover Boards and other custom motorized gas vehicles are not permitted on the Southern University campus unless authorized by SU Athletics. 

Golf Carts
Golf Carts are allowed on campus during tailgating and gameday activities but must be operated by a license driver.

Political Activity
Policy: Political activity is subject to the same rules that apply to all signage, banners, solicitation, distribution of literature and other non-SUBR activities on the SUBR campus. Distribution of fliers, stickers, buttons, signs, or promotional items is prohibited without approval by SUBR Administration. Contact the SUBR Office of Finance & Administration at (225) 578-3386 prior to game day for information on the approval process. Subject to reasonable restrictions to protect safety and pedestrian access, you may display political signs measuring not more than 2 feet in any dimension within your immediate tailgating area, if you are present at the location at all times and the signs do not block any walkway or other path.

Port-O-Lets
Policy: Individuals may not arrange to bring portable restrooms onto campus. SUBR provides port-o-lets and restrooms in many buildings throughout campus for the convenience of fans. Fans are not allowed to put locks on port-o-lets provided by SUBR Athletics.

Remote-Controlled Aircraft & Drones
Policy: The use and/or operation of remote controlled equipment/cameras/toys/aircraft (including all drones and unmanned aircraft systems) is strictly prohibited on all areas of the SUBR Campus – including Gamedays and during gameday related activities (i.e. Friday game preparations). All grounds and parking lots are considered part of the SUBR Campus.

Sidewalks & Bike Paths
All tailgating activities in this section are not permitted on sidewalks, bike paths and landscaped areas.

Signage and Banners
Policy: Banners and signage recognizing businesses, may not be displayed, nor may promotional/commercial materials be distributed without prior approval by Southern Administration. For non-commercial messages (that is, non-profit or political messages), and subject to reasonable restrictions to protect safety and pedestrian access, small signs, measuring not more than 2 feet in any dimension, may be placed within your immediate tailgating areas, if you are present at the location at all times and the signs do not block any walkway or other path. (also see political activity).