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The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

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Delta Tau Delta was one fraternity that participated in the "IFC BBQ" on Sept. 9. The event created an atmosphere for fellowship, according to some of its attendees.

A showcasing of university fraternities

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter • September 12, 2019

The Interfraternity Council welcomed fraternal organizations on campus to come together for food, games and socialization as a part of the council's recruitment. Held on Sept. 9 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.,...

Leah Cross, a senior kinesiology major and a member of Campus Activities Board, interacts with students during the "Trivia Tuesday" event.

How much do students know about campus?

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter • September 12, 2019

Students' knowledge about the university was put to the test as through sun games. Students had the opportunity to answer a variety of different questions about the university's history, leaders, classes...

During "Networking for Introverts," students were helped by alumni to practice communication skills. The event was hosted by the Office of Career Services to help students prepare for the upcoming "Career Fair".

Alumni Center helps students prepare for ‘Career Fair’

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter • September 12, 2019

Students had a chance to practice communication for job interviews in an event organized on campus. "Networking for introverts" was designed to help students better prepare for upcoming "Career Fair". The...

CAB hosts inaugural “Kitten Yoga” event

Gabrielle Woods, Staff Reporter • September 11, 2019

The Campus Activities Board presented a new way for students to unwind from their academics, called "Kitten Yoga". "Kitten Yoga" took place on Monday, Sept. 9, in the Student Union...

Late in October 2007 Jordan Beard, Michael Kyles, Skler Stroup and Corey Brown were among the first contestants to vie for the title of Mr. Southeastern. Back then, Kyles won over the audience and the judges to be the first to hold the title. This year the pageant returns for both fun and a good cause.

Mr. Southeastern pageant returns

Shaelyn Martinez, Staff Reporter • September 10, 2019

2019 Miss Southeastern Louisiana University Chelsey Blank will host a new event to raise money for her platform. Blank explained why she was encouraged to start the Mr. Southeastern pageant. “I...

President John L. Crain stands with the 2018 Homecoming King Cedrick Dent, Jr., and Queen Da Jon Beard after they were crowned during the halftime show of the Homecoming football game. Beard represented Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., as a junior maid and Dent represented Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., as a senior beau court member. Mattie Hawkins, Homecoming Queen 2017 was on hand to crown the winners.

Former homecoming royalty offers advice

Jacob Summerville, Opinions Editor • September 10, 2019

Students running for the 2019 Homecoming Court have started campaigning for a position on the court. Candidates began campaigning for Homecoming Court at 8 a.m. on Sept. 9 and will continue through...

Organizing an on-campus movie night

Organizing an on-campus movie night

September 9, 2019

Students can watch movie with friends and enjoy popcorn without going away from campus. The Campus Activity Board hosts multiple movie nights on campus throughout the school year. Destiny Coleman,...

A freshman talks to a representative from the University Counseling Center during the seminar. With over 100 organizations on campus, attendees at "Calm, Cool and Connected" got to view some opportunities to become involved.

Freshmen connect with student organizations

Shaelyn Martinez, Staff Reporter • September 5, 2019

Freshman gathered to browse organizations so that they can venture out and learn more about what the university offers. "Calm, Cool and Connected" took place from Aug. 4-5 from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. in...

In her role as SGA President, Karley Bordelon, a senior education major, attended Strawberry Jam this year as an emcee. Bordelon hopes to use her new role as president to improve upon traditional events and work with her cabinet to provide a productive and fun environment for the student body.

New year, new presidency

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter • September 5, 2019

Karley Bordelon, a senior social education major, officially took her pledge as the 2019-2020 Student Government Association president during the DSA Awards Convocation on May 7, 2019. Bordelon ran...

The new lion statue funded by the Student Government Association located in Friendship Circle.

Lion statue revealed

Staff Reports • September 3, 2019

Prior to the football game against Jacksonville State University on Aug. 30, the new lion statue was unveiled at 5:30 p.m. The structure, commissioned by the Student Government Association, is located...

Sigma Sigma Sigma and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. pose for a picture after their "Greek Family" was announced.

Greek Life unifies before ‘Greek Week’ in the spring

Shaelyn Martinez, Staff Reporter • August 30, 2019

Just before the kick-off of the university's first football home game, all the Greek organizations gathered around Friendship Circle for "Greek Family Reunion." At this event, the Greek organizations...

A form for students seeking accomodations to register with the Office of Disability Services. Students who want to know more about accomodations offered can visit the office in Student Union Room 1304.

Making equal experiences for all

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter • August 29, 2019

The Office of Disability Services aims to provide support and services to students requiring special assistance registered through their department. Any student with a physical or mental impairment...

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