The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Katlyn Daigle and Richard Davis Jr. graduated from the College of Education during the first Fall 2019 commencement ceremony.

Commencement changes

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter January 21, 2020

The university held two commencement ceremonies instead of one this past December for the seniors who graduated in the Fall 2019 semester in the 7,761 seat University Center on North Campus. A morning...

Paige Moody, Dr. Peter Emerson, Krystal Hardison and Tony Terrell take a picture together after Dr. Emerson won the award.

University hosts mental health practitioners conference

Jacob Lofton and Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter January 12, 2020

The University Counseling Center held the third annual Terrell Conference as a learning and networking opportunity for mental health professionals. The conference was held on Jan. 9-10 in the War Memorial...

Workers set up the new printing equipment at The Document Source. The office serves students and faculty with their printing and mailing needs.

New equipment arrives at The Document Source

Samantha Gambino, Staff Reporter December 15, 2019

Changes were made to The Document Source print and mail center on campus to better help students and faculty with all their printing needs. New equipment including printers and a cutter machine has...

Alumni Association lowers The REC center prices for alumni

Alumni Association lowers The REC center prices for alumni

Jacob Lofton, Staff Reporter December 13, 2019

The Alumni Association has made changes to the prices for alumni who use the Pennington Student Activity Center, also known as the REC. The proposal was first approved Friday, Nov. 8 and was implemented...

Resident assistants are preparing to help residential students move out of their dorms before winter break. Southeastern Oaks, Greek Village and Taylor Hall are the only halls that stay open over the break.

How resident assistants balance priorities during the week of finals

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter December 12, 2019

With winter break approaching, student workers have to practice time management as they balance their work with final exam preparation. Resident Assistants, also known as RAs, are responsible for helping...

Roomie the Lion poses for a picture with his graduation ring. Graduating seniors received their rings from Dr. John Crain, president of the university, during the Ring Ceremony on Dec. 4.

Graduating seniors receive their ceremonial rings

Samantha Gambino, Staff Reporter December 12, 2019

A ring ceremony for graduating seniors was held by the Alumni Association and had an extra surprise at the end as Roomie the Lion also received his graduation ring. The ceremony was held on Dec. 4 in...

Jessica Walker speaks to the audience during the forum. The panel discussed matters concerning the interests of students, faculty and teachers in special education.

Panel discusses issues and challenges in SPED

Briyana Anderson, Staff Reporter December 11, 2019

The College of Education and the Department of Educational Leadership and Technology sponsored the panel “Creating a Market Place of Ideas: Equity Among Special Education Students” on Dec. 10 at 5...

Students, faculty and community members gathered in Strawberry Stadium on Dec. 7 to watch the FCS Playoff game against the University of Montana. Fans were encouraged to bring their own chairs, blankets and food while cheering for the Lions.

Athletics hosts watch party at home to support away game

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter December 11, 2019

While the university football team was on the road playing the University of Montana, a group of students and community members had the opportunity to cheer on the Lions at home. Athletic Marketing...

The Lion 4 Life Launch Party, hosted by the Alumni Association, will be held on Dec. 12. Graduating seniors can bring their friends and family to celebrate their transition from students to alumni.

Seniors prepare to launch into a new chapter

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter December 10, 2019

The Lion 4 Life Launch Party is an event that celebrates the graduating seniors as their college careers come to an end. The celebration will take place on Dec. 12 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at the Alumni...

Participants enjoy food during the MISA Holiday Celebration. The event was hosted on Dec. 5 and recognized students for their hard work and contribution to the university by handing awards.

MISA recognizes outstanding students

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter December 6, 2019

The Office of Multicultural and International Student Affairs’ holiday celebration brought together students of multiple backgrounds for a night of food, awards and community. On Dec. 5, MISA hosted...

Fawaz Adesina, a senior physics major, is awarded with his Honors Cord after being recognized for completing his Honors Diploma. His senior project was titled Critical Design Review: Remote Observer of Many Interesting Events (ROOMIE) - 2B.

Honors students recognized for excellence

Gabrielle Wood, Staff Reporter December 4, 2019

The university’s Honors Program held a ceremony to award its students who go above and beyond in their studies.  The Fall 2019 Recognition Ceremony took place from 4:30- 5:30 p.m. in the Student...

Southeastern Ceramics Club hosted holiday sale on campus on Dec. 2 and 3 to raise fund for the organization and to promote members talent.

Ceramics club hosts holiday sale

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter December 4, 2019

Students on campus organized holiday sale to promote talent and raise funds. The Southeastern Ceramics Club hosted a holiday sale on Dec.3 and 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in front of the War Memorial Student...

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