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 Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Organizations created banners to fit the 2019 Homecoming theme, Keepin it Real With Roomie. This year, many of the Homecoming activities will be virtual.

“Homecoming @ Home” features Q&As and a virtual 5k

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter October 14, 2020

This month, the university is set to carry out the first ever virtually accessible Homecoming Week. Among the 2020 lineup are two virtual events: “Roomie’s Homecoming Run: A Virtual 5k” and “Coffee...

Homecoming King candidate Jawaun Walker poses for a Lion Up selfie with other members of the Homecoming Court.

Meet your Homecoming Court: The road to royalty

Symiah Dorsey and Jordyn Franklin October 13, 2020

Members of the Sweetheart and Beau Courts were asked by The Lion’s Roar to provide input regarding the position on their respective court. Taylor DeBourg Senior, Kinesiology TLR: Why do you...

A student studies outside the library. As most classes are conducted with an online format, students have expressed that they feel disconnected from their peers.

Students speak up about disconnection from peers

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter October 12, 2020

Due to a lack of in-person events and traditional class formats, several students have expressed that they feel disconnected from their peers. In compliance with current federal and state guidelines...

When students arrive on campus and check in at the Student Union for a Destination Southeastern event, they receive name cards and other university memorabilia. Two potential Lions display their new university merchandise and “Lion Up.”

Admissions reimagines the Lion Pride Preview experience

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter October 12, 2020

The Fall 2020 semester is seeing a reimagined version of what is usually known as Lion Pride Preview, a day when potential future Lions visit campus to learn about the academic programs, admissions process...

2020 Orientation Leaders had to adjust to the university’s first virtually-formatted orientation. The team sill managed to fulfill the vision of connecting students to campus.

Orientation leaders adapt to unique circumstances

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter October 9, 2020

The 2020 Orientation Leader Team underwent a one-of-a-kind orientation experience this summer. In March, the university transitioned to remote learning and operations. In April, the Office of Admissions...

Giving Day will be held on Oct. 21. After raising nearly $100,000 last year for various departments, the university anticipates another successful Giving Day after gaining 250% more traction  on their platform.

Giving Day returns as a part of Homecoming events

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter October 9, 2020

After record participation last fall, the university plans to include its annual Giving Day as part of their Homecoming Week lineup. Giving Day will be held on Oct. 21, and it will be a 24-hour fundraising...

The University’s Counseling Center has begun offering teletherapy services.  The UCC is located in the Student Union Annex room 303 A, next to the Center for Student Excellence.

Students adapt to virtual counseling

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter October 8, 2020

As circumstances have continued to change, the face of mental health on campus has changed as well. Maintaining relationships with campus services might be a struggle for some students. The University...

Graduating students prepared to take pictures at the Grad Fair last year at the Student Union Ballroom.  Grad Fair will occur this year on March 13 and 14 in Student Union Ballroom.

Grad Fair to be held in person

Jordyn Franklin, Staff Reporter October 7, 2020

With new safety protocols and changes in operations, the Alumni Association plans to host its annual Grad Fair in person. The fair, which will be held on Oct. 12 and 13, is a one-stop shop to equip graduate...

Resident Assistants are still required to hold virtual programs for their student residents for the Fall 2020 semester. The RAs in Washington Hall put up a flyer in the lobby to advertise a Bingo game for the evening of Oct. 5. Brynn Lundy/The Lion’s Roar

RAs adjust program planning during the pandemic

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter October 6, 2020

Throughout the semester, resident assistants are required to plan programs each month for residential students. For the Fall 2020 semester, those events and their planning may look different due to...

The university’s department received the title ‘Nursing School of the Year.’ The award honors the program’s achievements.

Nursing school receives the Nightingale award

Jordyn Franklin, Staff Reporter October 5, 2020

The university’s nursing department recently received the title of ‘Nursing School of the Year’ for its undergraduate degree program. The title is also referred to as the Nightingale Award, an...

Memes: a cultural expression of art popular online and in social media

Memes: a cultural expression of art popular online and in social media

Austin Dewease, Staff Reporter October 3, 2020

Since the advent of the internet, memes have been a way to express emotions, whether that be from frustration, sadness or to make others laugh. Memes have affected and influenced pop culture like no...

Southeastern announced that in accordance with updated University of Louisiana System guidance, the on-campus mask mandate will be lifted on Feb. 16.

Student workers contribute to coronavirus prevention

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter October 2, 2020

The university has implemented measures to slow the spread of COVID-19 this fall. Tables have been set up near the entrances of buildings on campus in which employees ensure that people are wearing masks,...

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