The Lion's Roar

The ongoing Louisiana hiring freeze

Ian Stewart, Opinions Editor • June 10, 2025

On April 2, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry enacted a statewide hiring freeze on the executive branch of state government. The order, according to Landry, was instituted to save an estimated $20 million...

Dr. Skipper to replace Dr. Golding as provost

Kennith Woods, Editor-in-Chief • June 10, 2025

SLU President Dr. William Wainwright announced Dr. Eric Skipper will serve as provost and vice president for academic affairs. Skipper will replace Dr. Tena Golding, the former Provost and Vice...

Student passes on Wednesday

Kennith Woods, Editor-in-Chief • May 16, 2025

Junior social studies education major Jade Dimartino passed away this Wednesday, May 14. The university confirmed her passing this afternoon in a message from the bereavement committee. “Jade’s...

Students present year-long projects at Senior Art Exhibition

Yumi Domangue, Graphics Editor • May 12, 2025

Graduating art students presented their projects at the Senior Art Exhibition on April 17. The show allowed seniors to show off their year-long, self-directed projects and their growth as artists. Graphic...

A berry sweet tradition: SLU welcomes spring with Strawberry Jubilee

Taisia Bolsova and Kate Oborina • May 6, 2025

The Campus Activities Board (CAB) held the annual Strawberry Jubilee on Wednesday, April 16 in the Student Union Breezeway, commemorating the beginning of spring and bringing the campus community together. Strawberry...

Lions honored, Centennial monument revealed at 45th DSA Convocation

Yumi Domangue, Graphics Editor • May 6, 2025

The Division of Student Affairs held its 45th annual awards convocation last Tuesday, April 29. Several students and faculty won awards for their contributions to the campus this school year. President...

Soloists shine in spring concert

Ian Stewart, Opinions Editor • April 7, 2025

The SLU Chamber Orchestra performed its spring concert on March 26 in Pottle Auditorium, led by conductor and associate professor of violin Victor Correa-Cruz. The symphony orchestra played pieces...

SLU earns recognition from recent college rankings

Kate Oborina, Staff Reporter • April 7, 2025

Southeastern Louisiana University earned recognition in several categories from the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. SLU President Dr. William Wainwright shared his insight about SLU’s...

Students showcase original art at juried exhibition

Yumi Domangue, Graphics Editor • April 1, 2025

The Contemporary Art Gallery held the opening reception of the annual juried student exhibition last Tuesday to showcase works submitted by students. The submissions were selected by visual art juror...

Tinsley unveils new VR learning lab

Kate Oborina, Staff Reporter • April 1, 2025

On March 18, the Tinsley Learning Center launched the Stellar VR Learning Lab. Tinsley held an event to unveil the new lab, and attendees learned more about VR technology. The event marks the official...

SGA holds remembrance ceremony for Keishell Young

Roselyn Rivas, Social Media Editor-in-Training • March 28, 2025

On Thursday, March 27, the Southeastern community came together to honor Keishell Young with a candlelit remembrance ceremony, who passed on Sunday, March 23, due to health complications. Young’s family...

Four constitutional amendments headline weekend election

Lindsay Miller, News Editor • March 28, 2025

Polls for the municipal primary election open at 7 a.m. on Saturday, March 29. There are four proposed amendments to our state’s constitution on the ballot. In Tangipahoa Parish, there will also be...