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Dr. Fotie sits next to his original research team to whom he attributes the groundwork of his project.

From left to right: Dr. Fotie, Shreya Bhatt (Osteopathic Medicine student at William Carey University) Shreeja Bhatt (PhD student at UT Austin), Brett Duke (Research Scientist at Owen Biosciences, Inc.), Brandy Adolph (PhD student at Texas A&M) and Evan Akeroyd (PhD student at North Carolina State University)

Chemistry professor provides learning opportunities through grant

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter May 13, 2020

A professor at the university was awarded a $265,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to further his research in green and sustainable chemistry. Jean Fotie, professor of organic chemistry,...

To ensure the safety of all incoming students, the university has implanted online Summer and Fall Orientation Programs through Moodle. Student will also be able to partake in information sessions via video chat.

Summer and Fall Orientation offered virtually

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter May 13, 2020

Due to limitations, the university is delivering all upcoming Summer and Fall Orientation Programs via online format, an approach unlike any used in the past.  According to Kay Maurin, chief enrollment...

Last semester’s commencement ceremony proceeded with no knowledge of what was to come the following semester. The university notified Spring 2020 graduates that commencement will be postponed and no longer be held in May due to the current social limitations.

Seniors share feelings about their final year

Jacob Lofton, Staff Reporter May 12, 2020

For many graduating seniors, their final semester as a student at the university has been unusual.  On March 26, students were notified via a student notice email that the Spring Commencement ceremony...

Sleep hygiene and tips for finals week: A message from the University Health Center

Sleep hygiene and tips for finals week: A message from the University Health Center

Alexia Fisher, UHC May 9, 2020

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends seven hours of sleep every night; however, on average we may get five to six hours of sleep. Some factors that can affect the quality of your sleep...

Crime Log – May 5, 2020 Issue

Crime Log – May 5, 2020 Issue

May 6, 2020

Date/Time, Locations, and Nature of the Incident for the Crime Log are compiled by The Lion’s Roar from the Daily Crime and Fire Report provided by the University Police Department. 4/23/2020 at 2:18...

Sims Memorial Library has the guide “Using Sims Library during COVID-19 closure” available for students. The guide contains information on accessing databases, including 40 temporary resources provided by database vendors, course reserves, research help and other information.

Library maintains engagement off campus

Daniel McClain, Staff Reporter May 5, 2020

Although the building is closed, the Sims Memorial Library is operating virtually to ensure that students get the help and resources they need for their classes. During the stay-at-home order, the library...

Groups like RA Support Group and Here and Queer are among nine support groups that the university offers.

University Counseling Center now provides coping resources virtually

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter April 29, 2020

The University Counseling Center now provides support groups for faculty and students virtually. Groups like RA Support Group and Here and Queer are among nine support groups that the university offers....

Graduate school recruitment for the Masters in Organizational Communication program will now take place exclusively through its social media platforms for the Fall 2020 semester.

Changes in grad school recruitment

Joshua Archote, Staff Reporter April 29, 2020

The closure of campus and transition to online classes has led the Department of Communication and Media Studies to rethink its grad school recruitment strategy for students looking to enroll in the summer...

Crime Log - April 28, 2020 Issue

Crime Log – April 28, 2020 Issue

April 29, 2020

Date/Time, Locations, and Nature of the Incident for the Crime Log are compiled by The Lion’s Roar from the Daily Crime and Fire Report provided by the University Police Department. 3/24/2020 at 3:30...

Academic advisors advised students virtually for the Fall 2019 semester due to classes shifting online. In frame: academic advisor Benjamin Sherrill.

From staff to students: a look at online advising

Maggie Tregre and Jacob Lofton April 18, 2020

Academic advisors help students decide which classes they need to take to graduate on time.  Since classes have switched to a 100% online format, the advising process has also moved online. Academic...

Fawaz Adesina, a 2019 alumnus, receives the Role Model of the Year award 2019.

DSA Convocation turned Virtual Student Recognition Week

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter April 17, 2020

The Division for Student Affairs is planning a virtual alternative to its annual awards ceremony to honor student leaders, faculty, staff and organizations. The 40th DSA Awards Convocation was originally...

Students carry signs as they march around campus for Take Back the Night Rally. The event aimed to bring more awareness to sexual assault on college campuses.

CARE team hosts online events for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Austin Dewease, Staff Reporter April 16, 2020

For this year’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the university will be raising awareness surrounding the issue using social media platforms. The university’s Campus Assault Response and Education...

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