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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 Lady Lions are all smiles after their match against Northwestern State. (Hammond, La. - Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024)

Lady Lions leap to No. 1 seed after overpowering SLC foes

Joey Brezinsky and Jacob White October 8, 2024

The SLU women’s soccer team leaped to the top of the Southland Conference (SLC) standings after securing a pair of victories last weekend against Southland foes Lamar and Northwestern State. SLU faced...

Everything you need to know about SNAP on campus

Everything you need to know about SNAP on campus

Kate Oborina, Staff Reporter October 8, 2024

The Ascension Market, located in Ascension Hall, is now accepting SNAP benefits.  SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. It is a federal program that provides food assistance to...

Distinguished guests and university administration gathered together on stage Tues., Oct. 1, for the Centennial Celebration Launch in the Student Union Breezeway.

Celebrating 100 years of roaring pride with Centennial Launch

Troy Allen and Romeo Agdamag October 1, 2024

Southeastern finally kicked off its Centennial celebrations on Tuesday, Oct. 1, in the Student Union Breezeway after being delayed two weeks by Hurricane Francine. Multiple guest speakers spoke about...

Junior quarterback Damon Stewart scrambles outside the pocket, racing for a lane while the Jackrabbits defender lurks just behind him. (Hammond, LA - Sept. 21, 2024)

Lions overpowered by FCS champion Jackrabbits

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor September 24, 2024

Southeastern (1-3) lost at home on Saturday night 41-0 to No. 1 South Dakota State (3-1) at Strawberry Stadium.  The two-time defending FCS national champions proved too much for the Lions to handle,...

Student leaders help establish LGBTQIA+ housing

Student leaders help establish LGBTQIA+ housing

Eva Saladino, A&E Editor September 23, 2024

Last fall semester, a pilot program was launched to add an LGBTQIA+ housing option to Southeastern’s campus. The program was organized by the Lavender Lions, a student organization whose mission is to...

Hurricane Francine on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024.

SLU, Hammond withstand Hurricane Francine

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

Hurricane Francine made landfall late on Wednesday, Sept. 11 as a category 2 storm, resulting in high rain totals, strong winds and widespread outages. Due to the storm, Southeastern closed from 12:30...

Junior Southern Miss transfer Brandon Hayes caught a wide receiver screen and knifed his way through traffic into the end zone for a touchdown against Eastern Washington on Saturday night at Strawberry Stadium. (Hammond - Sept. 14, 2024)

Lions defeat former FCS champion Eagles, deliver statement victory

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor September 17, 2024

Southeastern defeated Eastern Washington 28-24 on Saturday night (Sept. 14) at Strawberry Stadium, securing a marquee victory over one of the FCS’ top programs.  “I was pleased with the team’s...

Tailgating 101 for Fall 2024 football season

Tailgating 101 for Fall 2024 football season

Simone Herlihy, Staff Reporter September 9, 2024

While fall may not be in the air yet, the start of football is a sure sign of the changing of the seasons. The 2024 football season is now upon us and with that comes tailgating on campus, which offers...

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...

(Front left to right) SGA Big Three Levi Spears, Vice President, Kyle Hildago, President, and Rosemary Matthews, Chief Justice, pose together as they embark on their new leadership journey.

New SGA Big Three lead student body into 2024-2025

Simone Herlihy, Staff Reporter August 27, 2024

With Fall 2024 classes starting right around the corner, students should know their fellow classmates who represent them in the Student Government Association.  The SGA elections last spring produced...

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,...

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