The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

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The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

The circumstances of COVID-19 have caused stress among the student population. Psychology professor Monique Leblanc discussed the unique challenges college students face and ways students can combat pandemic anxiety.

College stress and COVID-19: Psychology professor Q&A

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter September 24, 2020

For many students this year, the college experience has not gone quite as planned. The circumstances of COVID-19 have presented students with new challenges, putting their mental health at new risks. Although...

The Office of Student Accessibility Services, located in Tinsley Hall, is providing a new resource called the Workforce Recruitment Program. There is no cost to participate in the program.

Workforce Recruitment to help differently-abled students

Gabrielle Wood, Staff Reporter September 23, 2020

The Office of Student Accessibility Services is offering a new resource called the Workforce Recruitment Program. The program works hand-in-hand with those seeking federal internship and employment opportunities....

The Southeastern Channel’s show “College Night” won Best Video Comedy from College Broadcasters, Inc. The Department of Communication and Media Studies provides students an opportunity to work in a professional environment through avenues such as the Southeastern Channel.

Communication majors face a sudden change in curriculum

Daniel McClain, Staff Reporter September 23, 2020

Days after the drop/add period, the Department of Communication and Media Studies released changes to the curriculum. Communication majors are now required to choose a field of concentration. The new...

Adults with some college credit but no degree, have been out of college for at least two years and reside in Louisiana can use Compete LA to enroll in courses at a discounted tuition rate and to find the quickest path to graduation.

UL System to empower adults to finish college education

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter September 22, 2020

The university is participating in a program created to assist Louisiana adults with returning to college and completing their bachelor’s degrees. Compete LA is powered by the University of Louisiana...

University Apartments, located on W University Avenue near the University Center, is home to several students. Residents of apartment complexes all across the country were facing eviction following the economic struggles that many families faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the CDC has banned landlords from evicting their tennants through the end of this year as an attempt to further prevent the spread of the virus.

CDC announces temporary halt in residential evictions

Jordyn Franklin, Staff Reporter September 17, 2020

Following Hurricanes Marco and Laura, residents in Louisiana expressed concerns over a predicted surge of eviction notices.  As of Sept. 4, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has banned residential...

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.

Buy rings from Balfour

Staff Reports September 16, 2020

The university Alumni Center will be organizing “Ring Days with Balfour” in collaboration with Balfour Company to provide seniors an opportunity to buy rings. The ring sales is scheduled to be held...

The on-campus residence building Cardinal Newman Hall is currently being used as the designated quarantine area for students who have contracted COVID-19. The dorm building is located on the corner of West Dakota Street and North Pine Street.

Cardinal Newman becomes designated building for residential students with COVID-19

Austin Dewease, Staff Reporter September 14, 2020

Cardinal Newman Hall, a co-ed residence hall located on West Dakota Street, houses approximately 96 residents each year. However, this year is different. Starting in the Fall 2020 semester, Cardinal...

A brochure at the University Health Center explains how students can use the telemedical appointment service to test for the coronavirus. Students can also pick up a free mask from the health center.

COVID-19 testing is available at the University Health Center

Trinity Brown, Staff Reporter September 14, 2020

The university has made COVID-19 testing available at the University Health Center and set up  protocols in order to safely test students as fast and efficiently as possible. In order to get tested with...

The Roomie poster in the University Health Center has a mask on. According to the university, as of Sept. 4, a total of 35 students tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Students and faculty share their experiences dealing with the coronavirus

Brynn Lundy and Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporters September 14, 2020

Ever since its arrival in the United States in January, the coronavirus has impacted the daily lives of many people, including those within the campus community. Prior to the start of the fall semester,...

University prepares for Hurricane Sally

University prepares for Hurricane Sally

Staff Reports September 13, 2020

In anticipation of an upcoming storm, the university announced that effective immediately, the Academic Continuity Plan has switched from “monitor” to “remote” status. The Academic Continuity...

Gov. John Bel Edwards announced that even though Louisiana will move to phase three, CDC guidelines and safety protocols will still remain in place.

Louisiana to move into phase three

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter September 10, 2020

The state of Louisiana is set to move on to phase three starting Friday, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced during a news conference on Thursday, Sept. 10. With a plan to reveal more information on Friday,...

Clear masks and face shields are available through the Office of Student Accessibility Services in Tinsley Hall. Students must provide documentation of a disability in order to receive a Face Covering Exemption Card

Student Accessibility Services offers mask accommodations for differently-abled students

Jordyn Franklin, Staff Reporter September 8, 2020

With the recent university mandates, differently-abled students may have issues navigating campus and their classes. Due to certain health conditions, wearing a face mask for long periods of time could...

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