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The Lion's Roar

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The Lion's Roar

Patorns of the 106 Night Market checking out one of the vendor's tables on March 16.

Locals organize downtown 106 Night Market

Samantha Sims, Staff Reporter March 30, 2023

Hammond locals recently held the 106 Night Market on March 16  from 6 to 9 p.m. to help small businesses and vendors share their goods with the area.  People showcasing their unique talents such as...

Batter up! Local resident shares her treats with the city

Batter up! Local resident shares her treats with the city

Haley Dupre, Photography Editor March 28, 2023

Resident Abigail Caswell decided to share her sweet treats with the city and opened Batter Bakery in downtown Hammond in November last year.  “We love downtown Hammond and the small businesses here...

Hunter Tatman, a sophomore integrative biology major and Brianne Leedy, a freshman theater major, took on their roles as Scurius and Rodentia during a rehearsal for a production of “The Squirrels.”

“The Squirrels”: A furry commentary on wealth inequality

Kennith Woods, Staff Reporter March 2, 2023

Alpha Psi Omega (APO), Southeastern’s honors theater society, is putting together a production of “The Squirrels,” a play written by Robert Askins. The production will run from Thursday, March 30...

Laken Goldsby in action at one of her DJ gigs.

Laken Goldsby: Student by day, DJ at night

Hydee Holsapple, Copy Editor February 23, 2023

For some students, holding down a job besides class is a struggle. For others, it is an opportunity to spin into fun, creative interests they are passionate about.   Laken Goldsby, a graduating strategic...

Corey Saltaformaggio uses Southeastern's dark room lab equipment to process his film for his senior art exhibition.

Senior art students prepare for upcoming exhibit

Kaitlyn Keppler, Staff Reporter February 20, 2023

The Southeastern Contemporary Art Gallery will host various galleries and exhibitions this spring semester. One of the most anticipated events is the senior exhibition that will host its opening reception...

On Jan. 20, Kobi Painting began her year of service after being named Miss Southeastern 2023.

Miss Southeastern 2023’s climb to the crown

Haley Dupre’, Photography Editor February 13, 2023

On Jan. 20, SLU welcomed Kobi Painting as the 63rd Miss Southeastern.  Painting began her journey to the crown after participating in Miss Southeastern her freshman year. From her first appearance...

The contestants for the Miss Southeastern 2023 scholarship competition.

Miss Southeastern Q&A: The path to the crown

Haley Dupre, Photography Editor January 18, 2023

In anticipation of the Miss Southeastern 2023 scholarship competition, The Lion’s Roar Newspaper asked each candidate questions about the contest. This year, the Miss Southeastern pageant will be held...

The cast of "The First" posing on stage after their first night of performing. "The First" showed at the Silly Rabbit Club in Baton Rouge for its premiere.

SLU alum premieres one-act show in Baton Rouge

Chloe Williams, Co-Editor-in-Chief January 17, 2023

Known for his play “Break a Leg! The Ultimate Theatre Parody” and his work as an alum and employee at Southeastern, DeJuan James premiered his latest piece “The First” at the Silly Rabbit Club...

The Krewe of Omega will be rolling out in Hammond, Louisiana on Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m.

Behind the scenes of Hammond’s Krewe of Omega

Dasyonne Brashear, Yearbook Editor-In-Training January 16, 2023

The Krewe of Omega is a community-oriented organization founded by the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity in 1986.  Being a part of a Mardi Gras krewe may look simple, but it takes a year’s worth of planning...

Along with their performances, the Southeastern Opera Theatre partakes in competitions as well. Shown here are two students performing for last year's National Opera Association Robert Hansen Collegiate Opera Scenes Competition.

Opera Theatre Music Workshop grabs the spotlight of the spring semester

Samantha Sims, Staff Reporter January 16, 2023

After a successful fall semester, the Opera Theatre Music Workshop has two productions in the works for Spring 2023.  The Opera Theatre Music Workshop has two productions per year. Every fall, the...

Directors, producers, cast and crew at the Columbia pose for a group photo during dress rehearsal.

Support the arts with Columbia’s spring season

Kaitlyn Keppler, Staff Reporter January 15, 2023

The Columbia Theatre is welcoming another blooming spring season beginning Jan. 20 and running through May 4. The Columbia will be debuting a multitude of competitions, plays and festivals for the Hammond...

Dr. Samuel Hyde signing a copy of "Rebel Bayou." This book is now available at Bayou Booksellers in downtown Hammond.

Local bookstore holds book-signing for Dr. Samuel Hyde’s newest novel

Kennith Woods, Staff Reporter November 21, 2022

A book signing for Dr. Samuel Hyde’s new book, “Rebel Bayou,” took place at Bayou Booksellers on Saturday afternoon. Hyde is a history professor at Southeastern, the Leon Ford Endowed Chair and...

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