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

Caution tape outlining the historic Friendship Oak tree on campus as it is undergoing the preservation process.

Restoration of a campus symbol

Ian Stewart, Opinions Editor August 22, 2023

Friendship Oak, a well-recognized symbol at SLU for decades, is still undergoing a preservation initiative.  The project began in the Fall of 2022 and is headed by Assistant Director of Physical...

The Lion’s Roar wins Louisiana Press Association awards

Staff Report August 17, 2023

  The student staff of The Lion’s Roar, Southeastern Louisiana University’s student-run digital news outlet, received 13 awards from the 2022 Louisiana Press Association...

The REC reopens pool and debuts gaming lounge

The REC reopens pool and debuts gaming lounge

Dasyonne Brashear, Le Souvenir Editor-in-Chief August 15, 2023

For Fall 2023, the REC has converted the Pride Cafe into a gaming lounge and reopened the Kinesiology building pool. Director of Recreational Sports and Wellness Eric Aymond is looking forward to these...

A Starship robot makes its first debut at SLU during the Faculty and Staff Convocation.

Campus Dining makes changes based on student feedback

Dasyonne Brashear, Le Souvenir Editor-in-Chief August 15, 2023

Starting the Fall 2023 semester, students can expect several campus changes for Campus Dining. In a press release on July 19, the university announced the renewal of its contract with Aramark Education...

An informational poster of Maria Linos art exhibit Rituals/Rituales located in the Contemporary Art Gallery.

Visit “Rituals/Rituales” art exhibit

Samantha Sims, Staff Reporter August 15, 2023

Southeastern’s Contemporary Art Gallery is hosting Maria Lino’s exhibit “Rituals/Rituales” through Aug. 29.  “Rituals/Rituales” is inspired by Lino’s background as a Cuban immigrant and...

Letter from the Editor: Chloe Williams

Letter from the Editor: Chloe Williams

Chloe Williams, Editor-in-Chief August 14, 2023

At the time this is being written, I am wondering how the semester can be so busy when it hasn’t even started yet.  Despite the stress of having to cover all of these events happening on campus this...

Dr. Wainwright smiling towards the future just outside of Dyson Hall with Friendship Oak in sight.

Get to know Southeastern’s new president: Dr. William Wainwright

Chloe Williams and Chase Gispert August 14, 2023

On April 27, Dr. William S. Wainwright was announced as Southeastern’s fifteenth president.  The Louisiana native succeeds Dr. John L. Crain, who held the position for just over 14 years since...

SGA Chief Justice Aaliyah Muhammad, President Lacey Johnson and Vice President Matt Matthews (left to right) show their lion pride by showcasing a fierce “Lion Up.”

The Big Three hit the ground running in 2023

Hydee Holsapple, Copy Editor August 13, 2023

The Student Government Association (SGA) Big Three for 2023 dive into their elected roles.  President Lacey Johnson, Vice President Matt Matthews and Chief Justice Aaliyah Muhammad have begun working...

Dr. William Wainwright walking on  stage in the Student Union Ballroom to begin his convocation address at his first faculty and staff convocation.

President Wainwright addresses faculty and staff at his debut convocation

Chloe Williams, Editor-in-Chief August 11, 2023

Faculty and staff gathered in the Student Union Ballroom at 11 a.m. today for their annual convocation.  Dr. William Wainwright welcomed everyone with his convocation address and stated, “Last week,...

Mona Jahani, SLU theatres newest costume designer, appears in front of a bursting tree of pinkish-lavender flowers.

Mona Jahani named SLU Theatre’s next costume designer

Kennith Woods, Staff Reporter August 10, 2023

Theater isn’t all song and dance - it’s also dedication to the many facets of the craft. Appropriately, Mona Jahani’s first love in the theater was costume design. “There is something about...

Students and alum alike gathered in the REC for last years Career Fair searching for job opportunities.

Come one, come all, come prepared to Career Fair

Samantha Sims, Staff Reporter August 8, 2023

On Sept. 28, Career Services will host the annual Career Fair in the REC from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.  Students can network with over 160 working professionals at the fair. All types of students and alums...

President provides update on last spring’s network outage

Chloe Williams, Editor-in-Chief August 3, 2023

Today, a “Message from the President” email was sent to students, faculty and staff regarding an update about the infamous network outage this past spring semester.  The university’s incoming...

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