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Guests view a vendors booth in Downtown Hammond during Starry November Night in 2019 while drinking hot chocolate.

[Photo] Starry November Night brings family fun back to Downtown

November 17, 2021
Students now have access to the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine as a third option for students who have yet to be vaccinated.

[Photo] Moderna vaccine becomes available on campus

November 15, 2021
Midfielder Mya Guillory goes to kick the ball to another teammate in the April 3 game against Texas A&M Corpus Christi last season. The Lady Lions defeated the Islanders 3-1.

[Photo] Lady Lions start off 2021 soccer season

August 24, 2021
In August 2019, the Strawberry Jam pep rally in Strawberry Stadium allowed new and returning students experience Lion Pride while playing games, winning prizes and enjoying food. Strawberry Jam is scheduled to make a comeback for this years Welcome Week on Tuesday, Aug. 17 at 6 p.m. in Strawberry Stadium.

[Photo] Welcome Week calendar: What’s in store for you

Chloe Williams, Staff Reporter
August 13, 2021
On July 28, Southeastern reinstated its mask mandate for all Faculty, Students and Staff regardless of their vaccination status

[Photo] Southeastern Requires Face Masks for all Faculty, Staff and Students

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
July 29, 2021
A student prepares to leave campus at the conclusion of the Fall 2020 semester. Southeastern students need to check in and out with resident assistants before they are officially ready to end the semester.

[Photo] Checking out from dorms: What you need to know before you go

Austin O'Brien, Staff Reporter
May 11, 2021
Christopher McBride, pictured on the right, interacting with his players during practice, in his first season at Southeastern. The Lady Lions won the Southland Conference Tournament this year prompting McBride receiving the Coach of the Year award. Southeastern will take on Rutgers on April 27.

[Photo] McBride lands Southland Coach of the Year

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
April 27, 2021
Freshman pitcher Brennan Stuprich threw a complete-game shutout for the Lions as Stuprich improved to 5-1 on the season with a 2.50 earned run average.

[Photo] Last week in sports: April 20-26

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
April 27, 2021
Charles Ross, a comedian and Star Wars fan, held the One-Man Star Wars Trilogy on Nov. 7 in 2019. The Columbia plans to hold a variety of performances and events in the fall.

[Photo] Columbia Theatre to pause productions during summer

Hannah Juneau, Staff Reporter
April 27, 2021
Roomie’s original name was Lobo, which was voted on by the students attending SLU in 1963. However, since the mascot is a lion, the school decided to have it changed.

[Photo] Celebrating 57 Years with Roomie

Rebecca Ray, Contributor
April 23, 2021
Forward Ellie Williams runs the ball during Southeasterns match against Houston Baptist on April 1.

[Photo] Last Week in Sports: April 12-19

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
April 20, 2021
Miss Southeastern 2019 Chelsey Blank and Vice President of Student Affairs Eric Summers prepare to cut a cake at 2019s Strawberry Jubliee.

[Photo] Strawberry Jubilee to return to campus

Hannah Juneau, Staff Reporter
April 13, 2021
Volunteers from 2019s Big Event repaint a map of the United States in an elementary school courtyard. This year, rather than one day of volunteering, SGA is hosting an all week donation drive.

[Photo] BIG Event turns into donation week

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 23, 2021
Lion fans Lion Up and show their support for the football team at the Solid Gold Saturday 2019 Southland Conference opener in Strawberry Stadium on Sept. 21, 2019.

[Photo] Football is back and students are loving it

Hannah Juneau, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2021
A student connects with an employer at the 2019 Biz-Connect career fair. 2021 Virtual Biz-Connect offers networking and career search opportunities for business students. The event will take place over Zoom through student-scheduled sessions with professionals on Thursday, March 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

[Photo] Biz-Connect: Online networking opportunity for business students

Hannah Juneau, Staff Reporter
March 9, 2021
Michael Brothers instructs the University Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Lab Band at one of their last in-person performances on Nov. 20, 2019. The Jazz Ensemble is live-streaming their first concert of the Spring 2021 semester on Tuesday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m.

[Photo] Jazz Ensemble welcomes guest artist for first concert

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter
March 5, 2021
Graduating senior smiles behind his mask at Grad Fair in October 2020. For the Fall 2020 semester, the Alumni Association held Grad Fair in the Pennington Student Activity Center.

[Photo] Grad Fair to be held in-person

Hannah Juneau, Staff Reporter
March 5, 2021
Goal Keeper Nadine Maher passes the ball back in play in the Lady Lions 2-1 March 7 victory over Stephen F. Austin University. The Lady Lions will take on Rutgers University in the first round of the NCAA DI Women’s Soccer Tournament on Tuesday April 27.

[Photo] Lady Lions gear up for 2021 soccer season

Hannah Juneau, Staff Reporter
February 10, 2021
Senior distance runner Shea Foster broke the Southeastern record for the 8k. The teams conference championship is currently scheduled for Feb. 15.

[Photo] Last week in sports: Feb. 2-9

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
February 9, 2021
A student participates in a ring toss event at the 2019 Strawberry Jubilee celebration.

[Photo] Strawberry Jubilee to return in the Spring

Hannah Juneau, Staff Reporter
February 6, 2021
The University Police Department received a call on April 3 about a disturbance in Louisiana Hall. UPD is currently investigating the incident and has placed Southeastern student Elizabeth Grace Johnson on interim suspension.

[Photo] UPD provides insight on sexual assault and university procedures

Gabrielle Wood, Staff Reporter
February 5, 2021
Instructor of saxophone Brina Bourliea Faciane points towards Billy Mizzell, a freshman music major, during lecture. One of the topics Bourliea Faciane covered was the position of the tongue when playing a saxophone.

[Photo] Narro and Burns receive grant to livestream performances

Jordyn Franklin, Staff Reporter
November 30, 2020
Southeastern Giving Day was held on Oct. 21. Groups that received the most money or had the highest number of donors received an extra prize from the Southeastern Foundation.

[Photo] Southeastern Foundation hands out Giving Day fundraiser awards

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
November 18, 2020
When the NCAA cancelled the 2020 Spring golf season, head coach Jake Narro made sure the team focused more in the classroom. Narro would often times make the team scrimmage one another to stay in shape over the offseason.

[Photo] Narro finds a silver lining during COVID shutdown

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 14, 2020
Traditionally, International Night takes place during the university’s International Education Week. Students from a variety of different nationalities perform and showcase elements from their culture with a night of music, food, dancing and appreciation.

[Photo] A celebration for international students

Hannah Juneau, Staff Reporter
November 13, 2020
Fall 2019 winter commencement marked the first time the university split commencement into two ceremonies. For Fall 2020 winter commencement, not only will the ceremonies occur over two days, but they will be split into four separate ceremonies. This semester’s commencement will honor Spring, Summer and Fall 2020 graduates.

[Photo] Commencement alterations impact spring, summer and fall graduates

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2020
Professionals working in the field of broadcasting have had to adapt to new circumstances during the pandemic. Many have speculated that this is the industry’s most significant time.

[Photo] Broadcasting professor Q&A: A significant time in the field

Gabrielle Wood, Staff Reporter
October 23, 2020
Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority pose for a picture in front of their lemonade stand during Gumbo YaYa 2019.

[Photo] An unusual Homecoming : A mix of virtual and in-person events

Gabrielle Wood, Staff Reporter
October 15, 2020
The University Police Department officers are trained to administer Nalaxone, the nasal spray administration of the emergency opioid overdose treatment drug naloxone.

[Photo] LION UP recovery program to host free Narcan training

Austin Dewease, Staff Reporter
October 15, 2020
Giving Day will be held on Oct. 21. After raising nearly $100,000 last year for various departments, the university anticipates another successful Giving Day after gaining 250% more traction on their platform.

[Photo] Giving Day returns as a part of Homecoming events

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2020
Graduating students prepared to take pictures at the Grad Fair last year at the Student Union Ballroom. Grad Fair will occur this year on March 13 and 14 in Student Union Ballroom.

[Photo] Grad Fair to be held in person

Jordyn Franklin, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2020
Junior offensive back Ferlando Jordan was named to the STATS FCS All-American third team after achieving various highlights throughout his athletic career. In the future, Jordan plans to become a better version of himself on and off the field.

[Photo] Jordan named to STATS FCS All-American Team

Daniel McClain, Staff Reporter
September 25, 2020
Washington native and senior infielder Eli Johnson decided to stay on with the Lions after the National Collegiate Athletics Association decided to extend eligibility to spring student-athletes for another year. Following this decision, Johnson shared what he hopes to accomplish in his upcoming season.

[Photo] Infielder takes advantage of extra year of eligibility by NCAA

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
September 24, 2020
Ring Days with Balfour is scheduled to be held at the University Bookstore on Sept 21-22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

[Photo] Buy rings from Balfour

Staff Reports
September 16, 2020
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[Photo] Welcome back to campus

Alexia Fisher, Graduate Assistant, University Health Center
September 4, 2020
As students return to campus, they are advised to follow the health and safety measures put into place in order to protect themselves and others.

[Photo] A message from the health center: complementary and alternative medicines

September 11, 2020
OSE director Marjorie Parker speaks to the audience during the 2019 DSA Convocation ceremony.

[Photo] OSE director shares screen with Jamie Foxx in Netflix film

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
September 2, 2020
After hosting a variety of virtual events throughout the summer, the Columbia Theatre is planning to host an in-person competition in October. Miss Southeastern 2020 Janine Hatcher will be hosting the event.

[Photo] Columbia Famous Talent Contest to be held in person

Gabriele Wood, Staff Reporter
September 1, 2020
The Lion Traxx has been operating this semester after taking several precautionary measures. The shuttles will only have two active stops this semester.

[Photo] Transportation Services’ implements safety measures on all shuttles

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
August 24, 2020
Mr. Southeastern 2020 Brian Williams and Miss Southeastern 2020 Janine Hatcher pose for a picture during the Lion4Life launch patry.

[Photo] Miss Southeastern reflects on her pageant journey

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
August 19, 2020
All fall sports have been postponed for the fall semester, the Southland Conference announced on Thursday.

[Photo] Southland Conference postpones fall sports

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter
August 13, 2020
For the Fall 2020 semester, Department of Music will continue performing following safety precautions for the COVID-19. According to Michael Brothers, there is a possibility for band members to play with masks on. One of the initial findings that came out was playing and masking together, if you cut a slit in the mask for the wind players, it does help, said Brothers.

[Photo] Music department to continue performances with modifications

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter
July 28, 2020
The Spirit of Southland Colorguard hosted tryouts online and accepted submission videos until May 31. According to Miranda Matise, the new caption of the team, people can still try by reaching out through their Instagram page.

[Photo] Colorguard gives updates on auditions and operations

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
July 16, 2020
Residential students will have to follow a new set of guidelines in Fall 2020 in order to adhere to social distancing guidelines on campus.

[Photo] University housing makes accommodations in response to COVID-19

Austin Dewease, Staff Reporter
July 14, 2020
Academic calendar for the Fall 2020 semester has been revised to end the semester before December. The upcoming semester will start on Monday, August 17, and students will not return back to campus after Thanksgiving Break which is scheduled for Nov. 25-27. Finals will be held remotely.

[Photo] Academic calendar revised for Fall 2020

Trinity Brown, Staff Reporter
July 7, 2020
Sigma Sigma Sigma and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. pose for a picture after their Greek Family was announced during the Greek Family Reunion 2019.

[Photo] Greek Life changes due to COVID-19

Gabrielle Wood, Staff Reporter
July 6, 2020
Despite a gradual ease of restrictions around the country, an increase in COVID-19 cases have required students to adjust their summer plans.

[Photo] Students reflect on how COVID-19 affected summer plans

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
June 30, 2020
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[Photo] Glimpses from campus during the stay-at-home order

June 1, 2020
The Department of Visual Art + Design will begin a new Bachelor of Arts Degree in theatre in the summer of 2022.

[Photo] Theatre students and faculty adjust to online learning

Joshua Archote, Staff Reporter
May 16, 2020
Last semester’s commencement ceremony proceeded with no knowledge of what was to come the following semester. The university notified Spring 2020 graduates that commencement will be postponed and no longer be held in May due to the current social limitations.

[Photo] Seniors share feelings about their final year

Jacob Lofton, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2020
The ring ceremony is a tradition that celebrates a graduating students accomplishments. Now that classes are online, the ceremony may have to be conducted virtually.

[Photo] Ring Ceremony date still not set in stone

Jordyn Franklin, Staff Reporter
April 28, 2020
Academic advisors advised students virtually for the Fall 2019 semester due to classes shifting online. In frame: academic advisor Benjamin Sherrill.

[Photo] From staff to students: a look at online advising

Maggie Tregre and Jacob Lofton
April 18, 2020
Fawaz Adesina, a 2019 alumnus, receives the Role Model of the Year award 2019.

[Photo] DSA Convocation turned Virtual Student Recognition Week

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter
April 17, 2020
Students carry signs as they march around campus for Take Back the Night Rally. The event aimed to bring more awareness to sexual assault on college campuses.

[Photo] CARE team hosts online events for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Austin Dewease, Staff Reporter
April 16, 2020
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[Photo] University Counseling Center to offer teletherapy and online services

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
April 9, 2020
Participants exercise during the “Barre” group fitness class. “Yoga Flow,” “Silver Sneakers,” Tai Chi and Zumba are among the group fitness classes offered by the Pennington Student Activity Center that have been put on hold during the pandemic.

[Photo] REC working towards at-home workouts for students

Carter McComack, Staff Reporter
April 10, 2020
Along with most offices on campus, the university’s bookstore has closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The bookstore still continues to operate its online storefront and is offering free shipping on all items.

[Photo] University Bookstore continues to serve campus via online shopping options

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
April 9, 2020
Although the university softball team is finished for the season, maintaining their skill level during off-season is still important for the Lady Lions. The closure of gyms and cancellation of practices has pushed student-athletes to find alternative ways to stay fit for when they are able to play again.

[Photo] How student-athletes maintain momentum during pandemic

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
April 1, 2020
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[Photo] Quarantine and the problems that may arise from it

Kayla Noll, Wellness Coordinator from UHC
April 3, 2020
The Student Government Association has released their application packets for all positions, including president, vice president, chief justice and senator positions. Applications will be submitted electronically since students are advised to stay off of campus for the remainder of the semester.

[Photo] SGA releases election application packets

March 26, 2020
The indoor track and field team made it to the Southland Conference Tournament for the First time since 2014. However, due to the outbreak of COVID-19, Southland sporting events have been cancelled through March 30.

[Photo] Track and Field team wins championship

Daniel McClain, Staff Reporter
March 26, 2020
As businesses have shut down due to the pandemic, many students have lost their job on both on-campus and off-campus locations.

[Photo] Pandemic leaves students facing financial struggle

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 25, 2020
With the Food Pantry in McGehee Hall being closed for the remainder of the semester, the Wesley Foundation will handle the distribution of perishable and non-perishable foods to university students.

[Photo] The Wesley Foundation stands in for food pantry amid pandemic

March 24, 2020
Dr. Gabe Willis Dean of Students

[Photo] Q&A with Dean of Students

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2020
Junior Kristine Stubbs cheers on the Lions in a 2019 football game. Cheer clinics will be hosted on March 22 also on April 5 and 22.

[Photo] Cheer clinics for Fall 2020 tryouts are underway

Briyana Anderson, Staff Reporter
March 12, 2020
The university ROTC program is aiming to recruit new members. Contracts and scholarships are available for members, as well as opportunities to take military-based classes.

[Photo] ROTC looks to recruit members for on campus program

Briyana Anderson, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2020
Dance Performance Project is the departmental dance company within the university’s Contemporary Dance Program. Members of DPP must audition each semester and enroll in the company class as well as a technique class.

[Photo] Dance company prepares for spring performance

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2020
Students examine pieces featured in the 2018 Student Exhibition. This year, the traditional student exhibition will return after a one-year absence.

[Photo] Gallery exhibits art majors

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
March 5, 2020
Nepalese students play Holi in front of the Pennington Student Activity Center. Holi is a festival of colors celebrated in South Asian countries like Nepal and India. Nepalese Students Association at Southeastern organizes Holi annually during spring semester.

[Photo] Holi: Festival of colors

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter
March 4, 2020
The Big Event allows students to help out in the surrounding communities through a day of service. SGA hopes to help out at over 50 job sites this year.

[Photo] Keeping up with the tradition of giving back

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter
March 3, 2020
A student talks with a potential employer at the 2019 Career Fair. The Big Interview Program gives students and alumni the opportunity to practice job interviews online. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar

[Photo] Prepare for job interviews online

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
March 3, 2020
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The university will live stream commencement on different media platforms. Multiple changes will be happening to the upcoming Fall 2019 commencement.

[Photo] Changes in winter graduation ceremonies

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter
December 10, 2019
The Hammond Ballet Company performed ‘The Nutcracker’ last December. The group returns this year with new performers for the ballet.

[Photo] ‘The Nutcracker’ returns to the Columbia

Hailey Bullock, Staff Reporter
December 10, 2019
The offensive line has allowed the least amount of sacks in the Southland Conference for the 2019 regular season. The Lions finished the 2019 regular season with 6,416 yards in total offense and managed to have the number one scoring offense in the Southland Conference with 493 points on the season.

[Photo] Offensive line helps Lions have No. 1 offense

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2019
Roomie the Lion appears in several events including the Homecoming Parade, Storm 30 and Strawberry Jam. To audition for Roomie, contact Catherine Lawrence.

[Photo] Auditions to become the next Roomie the Lion underway

Samantha Gambino, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2019
Dr. Gabe Willis, dean of students, speaks to the audience.

[Photo] Public speaking: a common fear but important career skill

Daniel McClain, Staff Reporter
November 24, 2019
Southeastern football players raise the River Bell Trophy after defeating Nicholls State University 21-17 in 2017. This will be the first time both schools are ranked in the River Bell Classic game. Nicholls and Southeastern will be playing for the Southland Conference title.

[Photo] River Bell rivalry returns to Strawberry Stadium

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
November 19, 2019
The Department of World Languages and Cultures has begun offering a TESOL certification.

[Photo] International students improve English speaking skills

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
November 16, 2019
Connor Haag, a nursing major, practices a skill he and his classmates learned for a class led by Michelle Reed, an instructor of nursing. Two of universitys online nursing programs,MS in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner and online Post Master’s Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner, were recently ranked best in the nation by NPSchools.com.

[Photo] An exploration into the nursing field

Shaelyn Martinez, Staff Reporter
March 19, 2019
A student talks with a potential employer at the 2019 Biz-Connect event.

[Photo] Network and search at a career fair

Maiah Woodring, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2019
Jaclyn Scholvin, senior guard on the womens basketball team, dribbles the ball down the court in the University Center.

[Photo] Lady Lions play to fight cancer

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
February 21, 2019
Moonlight Dance Fitness event is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at the Strawberry Stadium at 7:30 p.m. The event is being organized through a joint collaboration between The REC and CARE team.

[Photo] A dancing fraternity

Prakriti Adhikari, Staff Reporter
October 3, 2018
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