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The Lion's Roar

The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

The Zen Aesthetics exhibition, by Rosemary Goodell, is now accessible to the public in the Hammond Regional Arts Center until Friday, Sept. 27. Maureen Joyce, executive director of the HRAC, encourages viewers to reflect on how this art makes them feel after observing the paintings in the gaery.

Art brings Zen to downtown Hammond

Shaelyn Martinez, Staff Reporter September 9, 2019

The Hammond Regional Arts Center started a new exhibition called “Zen Aesthetics.” “Zen Aesthetics” was created by Rosemary Goodell, who explored wabi-sabi, an aesthetic that she was aiming...

Students share headphones to listen to music. Music is a common study device used by students, but opinions on which music works best differs between people. Research has shown positive outcomes for listening to music while studying.

How music helps study

Gabrielle Wood, Staff Reporter September 3, 2019

Students tend to turn to music to improve their focus and increase attention span during study sessions. Research has shown that music improves study environment in many aspects. An article “Is...

The 24th Annual Hot August Night is scheduled for this upcoming Friday. The event features live music, food, vendors and a wine and beer walk throughout downtown Hammond.

Festivities at the 24th Annual Hot August Night

Johnathan Zeringue, Staff Reporter August 20, 2019

Food, music and vendors connect families and friends during the annual “Hot August Night” event in Hammond. The Downtown Development District is hosting the 24th “Hot August Night” on Friday,...

Miranda Matise, a sophomore communication sciences and disorders major, started a club on campus last year for students to learn American Sign Language together called Sounds of Silence. Matise has been losing her hearing since she was 13 years old and is passionate about educating people on the Deaf Community.

Miranda Matise: Fighting through the silence

Annie Goodman, Editor-in-Chief August 20, 2019

An enchanting melody, the laughter of a child, sweet nothings from a loved one: all beautiful sounds often taken for granted, but for sophomore communication sciences and disorders major Miranda Matise,...

Miss Southeastern Louisiana University models a romper from Imagine Boutique as she looks through their clothing racks. Throughout Hammond are multiple boutiques preparing for tailgate season.

Finding tailgate attire

Shaelyn Martinez, Staff Reporter June 13, 2019

The fall semester begins Aug. 21, and with football season hot on its heels, preparation for tailgating is key. Tailgating season has numerous aspects to it, such as hanging out with friends, reconnecting...

Miss Southeastern Louisiana University Chelsey Blank eats the loaded fries at local restaurant Lee's Diner. The restaurant is popular for its retro theme and southern comfort foods.

Lee’s Diner

Johnathan Zeringue, Staff Reporter June 13, 2019

With its rich historical ties, Lee’s Diner has long been a fixture of Hammond’s culinary scene. The restaurant, which originally opened in 1963, has undergone significant changes in ownership throughout...

Steven Ban, a 2012 alumnus of the university, has found success in street dancing since graduating. Ban has appeared in "Pitch Perfect 2" and "So You Think You Can Dance" and was voted crowd favorite at "Battlefest of New York," where he placed in the top four.

Opportunities in street dancing

Jacob Summerville, Opinions Editor June 12, 2019

Inspiration can stem from a simple observation and grow into something much larger. Alumnus Steven Ban started street dancing 12 years ago when he was 16. When he arrived at high school before classes...

Ashton Gill, a sophomore nursing major, shows off her Golden Ticket from American Idol. Gill auditioned with the to-be title winner Laine Hardy and advanced to Hollywood with her singing skills.

American Idol Competitor

Prakriti Adhikari, Staff Reporter June 12, 2019

A passion for singing led a student to Hollywood, California. Ashton Gill, a sophomore nursing major, auditioned for ABC’s competition singing program “American Idol” and got a golden ticket to...

Chelsey Blank, a junior accounting major, is going to West Monroe to compete in the Miss Louisiana Pageant as Miss Southeastern Louisiana University. Blank has been preparing for the pageant since winning her title.

Miss Louisiana Preparation

Annie Goodman, Editor-in-Chief June 12, 2019

Once a year, some of the most beautiful and talented women across the state gather in West Monroe to compete for the title of Miss Louisiana. Since the 1970s, the university has sent a representative as...

The 2019 Vonnies recognized members of Alpha Psi Omega and the theatre department for their contributions throughout the 2018-2019 season.

‘Dracula’ actors honored at this year’s Vonnies

Prakriti Adhikari, Staff Reporter May 19, 2019

Alpha Psi Omega celebrated the end of the season for their performances with an award ceremony. The Vonnies was held at the Vonnie Borden Theatre on May 18 at 7:30 p.m. where those associated with the...

Young musicians performed in the Pottle Music Building in a competition to be in a solo act with an orchestra.

Community Music School displays young talent

Zachary Araki, Assistant Editor May 15, 2019

Young musicians competed for the opportunity to perform with an orchestra on stage. On May 11 at 11 a.m. in the Pottle Music Building, the Community Music School held its "Concerto Competition." "I...

A full-time faculty member since 2005, James Winter has been named the artistic director of the Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts.

Southeastern names Winter as artistic director of the Columbia Theatre

May 14, 2019

HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University has named James Winter as artistic director of the Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts. The appointment stems from the retirement of Southeastern Professor...

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