Training the leaders of SGA
May 1, 2018
The leadership initiative Next Up offers students a way to become involved in the Student Government Association. SGA decided to run the initiative to boost participation in SGA and train students for a government position. “Often, students come into the Office for Student Engagement and a...
The great divide: Managing a business and education
May 1, 2018
Senior management major India Williams hopes to continue her photography journey after college and hopes to further young, aspiring photographers. Jennifer Dettwiller/The Lion’s Roar India Williams began to build a name for herself in the photography business during high school. The s...
Students honored by DSA
Jonathan Rhodes
May 1, 2018
SGA President Richard Davis Jr. was sworn in at the DSA convocation. Jonathan Rhodes/The Lion’s Roar The “2018 Division for Student Affairs Convocation” recognized students and faculty for their efforts to improve the campus and create an enjoyable experience for the entire campus. Studen...
Efforts to commemorate Earth Day
April 27, 2018
Since 1970, Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22. Those who celebrate Earth Day usually focus on litter and recycling. This photo was taken near the Pottle Performance Circle. Jacob Summerville/The Lion's Roar Several departments around campus expressed their respect for the environmen...
Spreading sexual abuse awareness on Denim Day
April 27, 2018
Students and faculty gathered to learn about the story of an 18-year-old girl who was raped and the court's decision behind the case. Tables with counseling, self-defense and sexual assault information were set up behind a display of hanging jeans. Jacob Summerville/The Lion's Roar The Off...
Stroke victim documentary
Brianna Hawkins
April 26, 2018
The Southeastern Channel broadcasted a documentary about local stroke victim Benny Latino and his journey to regaining his speech. The 10-minute documentary “To Speak Again” produced, written and directed by Amanda Triay aired Saturday, April 21 at 8 p.m. on the channel’s website...
Ring Ceremony Approaches
April 26, 2018
The annual “Ring Ceremony” is held to celebrate and commemorate the accomplishments of soon to be graduates at the university. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar The Alumni Association announced that on Wednesday, May 2 at 6 p.m. in the Student Union Grand Ballroom, President Dr. John ...
A lecture on not denying the past
April 26, 2018
Instructor of History Dr. Craig Saucier speaks at the Student Union Threatre about why it is important to remember the Holocaust. Jennifer Dettwiller/The Lion's Roar The department of history and political science ended the year-long lecture series about World War II focusing on Yom Hashoah, ...
SGA shells out large funds for lion statue
Brianna Hawkins
April 24, 2018
The Student Government Association has made plans to build a new lion statue on campus. SGA plans to place the statue on the west side in Friendship Circle. Though they have not begun construction yet, they expect to have it built within five years. “We’re right now in the process of fi...
Support and gratitude shown to officers
April 24, 2018
Treasurer and Philanthropy Chair of Kappa Alpha Order fraternity Peyton Hanegan assists in making the free meals that KAO served to police officers as part of “KA Backs the Blue.” Zachary Araki/The Lion’s Roar Kappa Alpha Order fraternity held a fundraiser to show their support ...
The search for summer employment begins
Jonathan Rhodes
April 24, 2018
Local and regional businesses got the chance to talk with students about possible employment during the summer. Jonathan Rhodes/The Lion’s Roar The “Part-Time Job Fair” organized by the Office of Career Services is a chance for students to find either a job or internship for the ...
Alumna comes back to say thank you
Jonathan Rhodes
April 20, 2018
Retired Navy Chief Petty Officer Kimberly King returned to the universty after 33 years of applying the knowledge that she recieved to her positions in the service. Jonathan Rhodes/ The Lion's Roar The university’s annual “Marketing Breakfast” featured retired Navy Chief Pett...
