Property & Retail
The Office of Auxiliary Services oversees the management and operation of University-owned properties and retail spaces that serve the campus and surrounding community.
From maintaining and leasing University facilities to supporting on-campus retail businesses, our goal is to create accessible, well-maintained, and service-oriented spaces that enhance the campus experience for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Built in 1949, the historic Blackham Coliseum is a 25,000 square foot, multipurpose arena seating 5,500 to 9,800 people. There are also two barns on the property available for rental, adding 46,500 square feet of event space.
With a flexible layout and plenty of parking, we make your job easier, meaning you can spend less time on logistics and more time promoting your event.
We host a variety of events throughout the year such as:
- Mid-Winter Fair Rodeo
- Mardi Gras
- Touch-a-truck
- LAGCOE Roux Festival
- Fin, Feather, Fur, Food, Festival
Please fill out the event inquiry form and our staff will contact you to discuss how we can help make your event successful.
Auxiliary Services manages the scheduling for most facilities on campus. Our goal is to ensure the best use of University resources and minimize scheduling conflicts.
Spaces available for lease include:
- Abdalla Hall
- Angelle Hall
- Athletic Complex Facilities
- Bourgeois Hall
- Burke-Hawthorne Hall
- Cecil J. Picard Center
- Hilliard Art Museum
- Lafayette Science Museum
- LITE Center
- MSTC Center
- Student Union/University Housing
- University Academic Spaces
If you wish to schedule an event or have questions, fill out the event inquiry form.
Auxiliary Services plays a vital role in supporting housing and residential life by overseeing the operations, maintenance, and strategic development of on-campus housing facilities.
Auxiliary Services works closely with staff to enhance the student living experience. Through this partnership, we help foster a vibrant residential community that supports student success, engagement, and well-being.
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is an institution for education and innovation for students, faculty, and the community. We have a unique opportunity to serve as the premier catalyst for development to create new communities that are more than educational facilities.
For inquiries on partnering with us for mixed-use projects, email auxiliary@louisiana.edu.
Auxiliary Services is integral to the management and daily operations of the Student Union, ensuring it remains a central hub for student life, engagement, and campus services.
From overseeing facility maintenance and event coordination to supporting retail, dining, and student-focused spaces, Auxiliary Services helps create an inclusive and dynamic environment where the Ragin' Cajuns and the Lafayette community can connect, relax, and thrive.
Visit the Student Union website
If you'd like to reserve a space in the Student Union, email booktheu@louisiana.edu or submit your inquiry through our contact form.
Retail Operations
The Office of Auxiliary Services enhances campus life by managing essential services, including the Cajun Card program.
The Cajun Card is the official University ID, providing access to campus facilities, meal plans, library services, and events. It also functions as a prepaid declining balance card, allowing purchases on and off campus through Cajun Cash.
Visit the Cajun Card Office's website.
The Ragin' Cajuns Store, managed by the Office of Auxiliary Services, is your one-stop shop for all academic and Ragin' Cajun spirit needs.
With two convenient locations, the bookstore offers a wide selection of course materials, including textbooks and supplies, to support your educational journey.
Beyond academics, you'll find an array of University-branded apparel and gifts to showcase your Ragin' Cajun pride. The store also provides technology products, dorm essentials, and personal care items, ensuring you're well-equipped for campus life.
Visit us at one of our locations: 620 McKinley St, Student Union, Rm #138 or 110 E Lewis St, Lafayette, LA 70503
Auxiliary Services maintains a U.S. Postal Service Contract Station on campus for the convenience of faculty, staff, and students.
Mailboxes are available for all students attending UL Lafayette as well as faculty and staff.
We also offer mailing services, stamps, and money orders on campus through the U.S. Postal Service.
Managed by Auxiliary Services, Printing Services offers reliable, high-quality services to meet your printing and mailing needs.
Whether you are a member of our faculty in need of affordable, quick copies for your classes, a staff member needing assistance with a unique printing project for your unit, or a student needing quality work for a presentation, we look forward to helping you with your printing and specialty projects.
Print & Ship is a program that offers a streamlined process for printing and shipping items on campus. Managed by Auxiliary Services, Print & Ship combines the services of the Post Office and Printing Services, providing our campus with a one-stop shop for their communication needs.
Auxiliary Services manages the Bustle Up Fitness Center. Located at 406 Dunreath Street on UL Lafayette's Health Sciences Campus, Bustle Up Fitness Center offers a welcoming environment for individuals dedicated to achieving their health and wellness goals.
We offer flexible options, from monthly memberships, loyalty memberships for previous Lourdes Fitness Center members, UL Lafayette employee discounts, and add-on memberships for family members residing at the same address.
Gym tours are available during regular business hours, and the center is actively developing new fitness programs and selecting instructors.
For more information or to schedule a tour, contact Bustle Up Fitness Center at 337-270-2076 or bustleupfitness@louisiana.edu.