Southeastern Louisiana University

Candidate Travel Instruction Sheet

Typical Allowable Expenses for Candidates Interviewing

at Southeastern Louisiana University

(As Established by Louisiana State Travel Regulations)

Mileage @ 51¢ per mile Maximum allowed for in-state candidates using their personal vehicle will be up to the 99 mile per travel day rate, or they may be able to rent a vehicle using the Enterprise Rent-A-Car State Motor Pool Rental Contract (See Rental Car section below).  The maximum mileage reimbursement for out-of-state candidates opting to use their personal vehicle for travel, in lieu of flying, will be determined by using an Airfare Quote from Short's Travel Management (lowest logical fare).  Out-of-state candidates may be reimbursed for actual mileage traveled, not to exceed the quote received.  Odometer readings will be required, or a printout from MapQuest or another mapping site.  A Hold Hamless form must be completed in order to receive reimbursement.  

Airfare (State Rate or Lowest Logical) Search Committee contact should advise candidate of what their maximum allowable rate is for reimbursement prior to candidate making their arrangements.  

Parking (Receipt Required)  

Shuttle/Taxi (Receipt Required) Allowable for transportation from Airport to Hammond and return only.  

Meals (Per Diem, per allowable schedule for Hammond) $8 Breakfast, $12 Lunch, $21 Dinner  

Rental Car (May be allowed under certain circumstances for in-state travel.)  Please contact your Search Committee contact to discuss what options may be available BEFORE renting a vehicle or you will be reimbursed as indicated in the mileage section above.  A Vehicle Rental Request Form and a Hold Harmless Agreement must be completed in order to receive reimbursement.  

Lodging* State Rate maximum in Hammond $77/night – other rates may be available outside of the Hammond area.  (A receipt showing a $0 balance will be required for reimbursement and should be obtained when checking out of the hotel.)

*Note:  When scheduling accommodations with local hotels, you should ask if they can provide a room at the “state rate” of $77 per night.  Advise them that you are traveling on official state business for Southeastern Louisiana University.  If you are unable to book a room at this rate, it is advised that you contact the search committee chairperson to discuss other options.  A list of local hotels, and their telephone numbers, is provided below.