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The Lion's Roar

Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Tailgating 101 for Fall 2024 football season

Tailgating 101 for Fall 2024 football season

Simone Herlihy, Staff Reporter September 9, 2024

While fall may not be in the air yet, the start of football is a sure sign of the changing of the seasons. The 2024 football season is now upon us and with that comes tailgating on campus, which offers...

University Counseling Center expands its services with new crisis line

University Counseling Center expands its services with new crisis line

Jacob White, Copy Editor in Training September 5, 2024

The University Counseling Center has expanded its services for the Fall 2024 semester by creating a new 24/7 crisis hotline. In emergency mental health situations, those seeking help should call 833-603-0008. Callers...

Junior opposite hitter Alexis Logarbo stands among the many Lions students and student athletes cheering for SLU during the annual Strawberry Jam.

Students start 2024-2025 with a (Strawberry) Jam

Sean Hoffman, Staff Reporter September 1, 2024

On Tuesday, Aug. 20, Southeastern held the annual Strawberry Jam in Strawberry Stadium, a pep rally which kicks off the new school year.    The event began with resident assistants and student athletes...

(Front left to right) SGA Big Three Levi Spears, Vice President, Kyle Hildago, President, and Rosemary Matthews, Chief Justice, pose together as they embark on their new leadership journey.

New SGA Big Three lead student body into 2024-2025

Simone Herlihy, Staff Reporter August 27, 2024

With Fall 2024 classes starting right around the corner, students should know their fellow classmates who represent them in the Student Government Association.  The SGA elections last spring produced...

Countdown to the Centennial

Countdown to the Centennial

Samantha Sims, Managing Editor August 20, 2024

Editors Note: The article has been updated to reflect the updated time and location of the Centennial Celebration scheduled for Sept. 12. In preparation for Southeastern’s 100th birthday on Sept. 14,...

UPD Chief Michael Beckner speaks to the Hammond community about campus safety during a community forum i the TEC.

UPD Chief Beckner addresses Hammond community in forum to discuss campus safety

Jacob White, Staff Reporter August 20, 2024

University Police Chief Michael Beckner recently hosted a local community forum for members of Tangipahoa Parish to discuss matters such as policing, campus safety and keeping illegal substances out of...

OPINION | Finding your direction as a freshman

OPINION | Finding your direction as a freshman

Ian Stewart, Opinions Editor August 20, 2024

August 21 marks the first day of the 2024-2025 school year, along with being the first last day of school for me as an SLU student. This realization hit me as I saw the upcoming freshmen arrive for the...

The Lion's Roar Staff Reporter Sabrina Benoit moves into her dorm during her freshman year, with the help of her family.

Essential tips for a smooth freshman transition

Sabrina Benoit, Staff Reporter August 20, 2024

Starting your freshman year of college can feel daunting, but once you get to school and start meeting people, college becomes a pretty fun experience.  To make sure you are prepared for when classes...

SLU students navigate the Rec, looking for job opportunities and netowrking industry professionals.

Don’t delay, prepare for Career Fair today

Victoria Collins, Staff Reporter August 20, 2024

As the days grow shorter and the fall semester commences once again, the Office of Career Services will soon host Career Fair and numerous events to kick off the year.  Career Fair will be held from...

Catering chef Marlon Green and assistant catering chef Charity Butler serve faculty and staff samplings from the newly-renovated Mane Dish following the 2024 Staff/Faculty Convocation.

Order up! New Mane Dish coming in hot

Kennith Woods, Editor-in-Chief August 17, 2024

The Mane Dish, Southeastern’s primary food service option on campus, underwent renovations this summer and is scheduled to fully reopen at the beginning of the fall semester. The renovations are in...

Southeastern’s website gets a new coat of paint, user friendly interface this summer

Southeastern’s website gets a new coat of paint, user friendly interface this summer

Jacob White, Staff Reporter June 27, 2024

Southeastern’s website received a complete overhaul this summer, and its underlying mechanics and appearance will become almost unrecognizable.  Mike Rivault, chief marketing and communications officer,...

Senior communication major Eric Brignac pumps his fist in celebration, as he and his fellow graduates exit the University Center as official SLU alumni.

A reflection on commencement ceremonies

Samantha Sims, Managing Editor May 30, 2024

On May 11, Southeastern hosted two spring commencement ceremonies, and by the end of the day, 1,114 students had received their respective diplomas.   Those who graduated secured their associate,...

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