re: In your honest opinion, how does LSU's campus compare to other SEC campuses?

I have spent time or at least have been on all of the SEC college campuses with the exception of the University of Florida, and I would say that LSU compares VERY favorably and is arguably the prettiest of the campuses that I have seen. I love the look of our campus.

On the other hand, when one looks at facilities and condition of buildings, we do not fare nearly as well. There are some really old buildings on LSU's campus that have not been renovated and/or properly maintained, and in some cases these are spots with wonderful traditions that are likely to be lost forever. (The Huey Long Field House, particularly with the old swimming pool, is a perfect example.) Years of under-funding compared to some of our SEC peers have taken its toll on the campus and have left us about average in terms of functionality and maintenance, but I would still put our campus right up there for its beauty.