Southern University and A&M College, Baton Rouge, is a historically black college in Louisiana. Not only does Southern University and A&M College, Baton Rouge, offer four-year undergraduate degrees, the school also grants master's degrees, doctoral degrees, and provides professional programs. Southern University is especially famous for its marching band which regularly performs at professional sports events and high-profile parades. Southern University's location in Baton Rouge--the capital city of Louisiana--allows students to enjoy an exceptionally diverse surrounding population, with residents from all over the world. Baton Rouge also boasts a strong arts community. Popular attractions include the Shaw Center for the Arts, the Baton Rouge River Center, and the yearly Mardi Gras festivals.