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Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Vice president Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump will compete for the presidency in the Tuesday, Nov. 5 general election.

Trump attempted assassination, Harris nomination highlight 2024 pre-election cycle

Ian Stewart, Opinions Editor September 10, 2024

The 2024 Presidential election cycle featured numerous noteworthy events during the summer, all of which have influenced the Tuesday, Nov. 5 general election.  The two most important events of the...

K9 Jula, a 2-year-old German Shepherd. Jula is trained in explosives detection and is assigned to K9 Handler Sgt. Blanchard, who is now UPD’s Community Engagement Coordinator. K9 Jula will be assisting Sgt. Blanchard at community engagement events and providing another layer of safety for our campus.

Southeastern Louisiana University Police Department’s K9 Jula to get donation of body armor

Contributed September 10, 2024

Southeastern Louisiana University Police Department, LA, K9 Jula will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc....

A guide to requesting an absentee ballot

A guide to requesting an absentee ballot

Lindsay Miller, News Editor in Training September 9, 2024

The presidential election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5. For students residing outside of their home parish or state, absentee ballots provide them the opportunity to still participate in the electoral...

University Counseling Center expands its services with new crisis line

University Counseling Center expands its services with new crisis line

Jacob White, Copy Editor in Training September 5, 2024

The University Counseling Center has expanded its services for the Fall 2024 semester by creating a new 24/7 crisis hotline. In emergency mental health situations, those seeking help should call 833-603-0008. Callers...

Junior opposite hitter Alexis Logarbo stands among the many Lions students and student athletes cheering for SLU during the annual Strawberry Jam.

Students start 2024-2025 with a (Strawberry) Jam

Sean Hoffman, Staff Reporter September 1, 2024

On Tuesday, Aug. 20, Southeastern held the annual Strawberry Jam in Strawberry Stadium, a pep rally which kicks off the new school year.    The event began with resident assistants and student athletes...

Countdown to the Centennial

Countdown to the Centennial

Samantha Sims, Managing Editor August 20, 2024

Editors Note: The article has been updated to reflect the updated time and location of the Centennial Celebration scheduled for Sept. 12. In preparation for Southeastern’s 100th birthday on Sept. 14,...

UPD Chief Michael Beckner speaks to the Hammond community about campus safety during a community forum i the TEC.

UPD Chief Beckner addresses Hammond community in forum to discuss campus safety

Jacob White, Staff Reporter August 20, 2024

University Police Chief Michael Beckner recently hosted a local community forum for members of Tangipahoa Parish to discuss matters such as policing, campus safety and keeping illegal substances out of...

SLU students navigate the Rec, looking for job opportunities and netowrking industry professionals.

Don’t delay, prepare for Career Fair today

Victoria Collins, Staff Reporter August 20, 2024

As the days grow shorter and the fall semester commences once again, the Office of Career Services will soon host Career Fair and numerous events to kick off the year.  Career Fair will be held from...

SLU President Dr. William Wainwright attends an interview in the Student Union Green Room after sitting in on a 2024 student orientation program.

Investments, infrastructure define SLU President Wainwright’s first year

Kennith Woods, Editor-in-Chief August 20, 2024

Dr. William S. Wainwright, the president of Southeastern Louisiana University, completed his first year at the helm of the institution this summer.    Wainwright entered the 2023-2024 school year...

Catering chef Marlon Green and assistant catering chef Charity Butler serve faculty and staff samplings from the newly-renovated Mane Dish following the 2024 Staff/Faculty Convocation.

Order up! New Mane Dish coming in hot

Kennith Woods, Editor-in-Chief August 17, 2024

The Mane Dish, Southeastern’s primary food service option on campus, underwent renovations this summer and is scheduled to fully reopen at the beginning of the fall semester. The renovations are in...

A statelite view of a hurricane.

How can students prepare for hurricane season?

Emma Mason, Staff Reporter August 13, 2024

As students prepare for the upcoming school year, they should be aware of how to stay safe during hurricane season.  The period from June 1 – Nov. 30 is hurricane season. Hurricanes, or tropical...

Southeastern’s website gets a new coat of paint, user friendly interface this summer

Southeastern’s website gets a new coat of paint, user friendly interface this summer

Jacob White, Staff Reporter June 27, 2024

Southeastern’s website received a complete overhaul this summer, and its underlying mechanics and appearance will become almost unrecognizable.  Mike Rivault, chief marketing and communications officer,...

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