Tulane University, Private university in New Orleans, United States
Tulane University is a private higher education institution in New Orleans, Louisiana, stretching across several blocks along Saint Charles Avenue. Renaissance and Romanesque buildings stand among century-old oak trees and open lawns connected by wide walkways and interior courtyards.
The institution began in 1834 as the Medical College of Louisiana and became a private university in 1884 after receiving a substantial endowment from Paul Tulane. Decades later, Hurricane Katrina in 2005 fundamentally reshaped the academic structure and introduced new requirements for all students.
The campus becomes a meeting point where students and locals gather for public events that blend jazz performances, food vendors and artistic showcases rooted in the city. Local traditions like Mardi Gras and Second Line parades shape student activities, making academic life closely tied to the rhythm of New Orleans culture.
The campus is accessible through several entrances along Saint Charles Avenue and adjacent streets, with grounds open to visitors during daylight hours. Guided walking tours can be arranged in advance through the administration, while self-guided exploration is also possible across the grounds.
All students must complete a set number of community service hours in the local area before graduating, a requirement introduced after the disaster in 2005. This policy ties academic study directly to social projects in New Orleans neighborhoods, making recovery work a permanent part of the curriculum.
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