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Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter

Brynn Lundy began working for The Lion's Roar in fall 2019. She is a communication major from Lutcher and she is passionate about reading and writing.

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The music department and the Hammond Rotary Club hosted “An Evening of Jazz“ in February 2020. This semester, the university's jazz bands have been rehearsing for the Bill Evans Jazz Festival, April 14-17, after the festival was canceled last year.

Bill Evans Jazz Festival returns for 20th anniversary

April 13, 2021
In August and September 2019, Elijah Arriago, pictured with Brynn Lundy, graduated from Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training for the Army.

Settle down whenever you feel ready

April 5, 2021
Phill Fest (right) rehearses with the University Jazz Ensemble on March 8, the day before their first concert of the semester, as jazz studies instructor Michael Brothers directs. Fest joined the ensemble as a guest artist for the concert. Brothers is featured on drums on Fest’s upcoming album “Cafe Fon Fon.”

Percussion instructor to be featured on upcoming album

April 2, 2021
Justice4All President Michaela Thorpe (right), a graduate student, leads the organization’s meeting on March 24 in Fayard Hall. Senior Samantha Read, J4A secretary (left) , and the other members of J4A listen, take notes and participate in the discussion as Thorpe goes through the meeting’s agenda.

Revived social justice organization plans for semester

April 1, 2021
D Vickers Hall, an academic classroom and office building on campus, houses the departments within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Built in the early 1970s, the building is currently under the planning process for renovations to be done within the next few semesters.

[PHOTO] D Vickers Hall to undergo renovations

March 30, 2021
Junior Thomas Nedow wraps senior Rachel Wilkerson’s wrist to demonstrate how students have hands-on learning opportunities in Southeastern's athletic training program.

Athletic training students share academic experiences

March 26, 2021
With the winning streak the Lady Lions secured the number 2 seed in the Southland Conference Tournament. The Lady Lions women’s volleyball team continued to stay hot over the week as they extended their win streak to seven games after knocking off Houston Baptist and Incarnate Word

[PHOTO] Last week in sports: March 16-March 23

March 23, 2021
Sophomore pitcher Sophie Hannabas pitched three strikeouts during the Lady Lions' matchup against LSU on March 16 at North Oak Park.

Tigers knock out Lady Lions’ winning streak

March 17, 2021
Leo Carney, kitchen manager at McElroy’s Harbor House in Biloxi on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, said the removal of coronavirus restrictions will disproportionately impact Black residents — many of whom are essential workers, Friday, March 5, 2021. Carney said he would feel better with restrictions being removed if essential workers had access to the coronavirus vaccine.

Texas and Mississippi: National embarrassments

March 9, 2021
Logan Pierson graduated from the university in 2018 with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. Pierson started working for the UPD shortly after graduation in July 2018.

Alumnus receives promotion at UPD

March 9, 2021
Michael Brothers instructs the University Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Lab Band at one of their last in-person performances on Nov. 20, 2019. The Jazz Ensemble is live-streaming their first concert of the Spring 2021 semester on Tuesday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m.

Jazz Ensemble welcomes guest artist for first concert

March 5, 2021
Travel grant applications must be submitted at least seven weeks prior to travel. Organizational and departmental applications must be submitted at least six weeks prior to the event or project date. Those interested in applying for a grant must first schedule an informational meeting with SGA’s graduate assistant Julie Perise to learn about the process.

SGA grant applications open for Spring 2021

March 3, 2021
Our freedom of expression gives us the duty to make a difference

Our freedom of expression gives us the duty to make a difference

February 26, 2021
Senior guard Keon Clergeot pushes through the Cowboys' defense and goes for a shot during the last home game of the 2021 season against McNeese State University on Feb. 24.

Lions fall to Cowboys in final home game

February 25, 2021
Senior pitcher Heather Zumo winds up for a pitch during the Lion Classic opening series. She pitched the seventh no-hitter in Southeastern history against South Dakota in the first game of the season.

Heather Zumo opens senior season with a no-hitter

February 23, 2021
In lieu of Mardi Gras parades, which were canceled this year, New Orleans residents did not miss the opportunity to celebrate the holiday and express their creativity through

The good times can still roll, just safely

February 16, 2021
Jenna Pecot received a $500 reward for placing first in the Spring 2021 student sales competition, presented to her by marketing professors Tara Lopez (left) and April Kemp, (right).

Students compete in Spring 2021 internal sales competition

February 12, 2021
Christine Cook designs costumes for various performing arts, including the costumes pictured above. Her works are currently available for viewing in the Contemporary Art Gallery, along with several other faculty artworks.

Annual gallery exhibition features faculty artwork

February 12, 2021
Guests stretch and exercise at the Mardi Gras Dance Party in Room 228 at the REC, hosted by dance fitness instructor Catherine Brasher, on Wednesday, Feb. 10 from 5:30-6:20 p.m.

Student instructor hosts Mardi Gras dance fitness class

February 10, 2021
Miss SLU 2021 Lily Gayle will be competing in the Miss Louisiana pageant as Miss Green and Gold. Janine Hatcher will compete at the state pageant as Miss Southeastern 2020 since the competition was postponed last year.

Miss Southeastern 2021: Her journey from Baton Rouge to Peru to Hammond

February 2, 2021
Tyra McGary and her brother Peronous

University alumna pens children’s book to honor her late sister

February 2, 2021
Morgan Carrier is in her senior season with the Lady Lions Women's Basketball team. Carrier hopes to pursue a career in professional basketball overseas once she graduates.

Lady Lion embraces her senior season

January 27, 2021
Moments after being crowned, Lily Gayle takes her first walk as Miss Southeastern Louisiana University 2021.

Lily Gayle crowned 60th Miss Southeastern Louisiana University

January 23, 2021
Breonca Ducksworth totaled 14 points in the loss to McNeese State University. Ducksworth is a transfer guard from Jones Community College in Mississippi.

Lady Lions fall to McNeese Cowgirls

January 21, 2021
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[PHOTO] Letter from the Editor: Gerard Borne, Jr.

January 21, 2021
The creators of Luma Coffee Roasters, couples Devin and Catherine Masters and Logan and Shelby Torrance, came together about five years ago to learn more about coffee and form their own coffee roasting company.

[PHOTO] Luma Coffee: Roastery And Social Club

January 20, 2021
An Evening of Jazz was held on February 16, 2020. The university's Music Department hosts a variety of jazz events throughout the year.

[PHOTO] Jazz music library nearly doubles in size via musician’s donation

November 30, 2020
The space behind the Downtown Development District, located on W. Thomas Street next to the railroad tracks, is going to be repurposed. The DDD has been hosting public interest meetings in order to come up with a plan for the space.

Hammond Downtown Development District to revamp public space on W. Thomas Street

November 18, 2020
Located at 108 S. Pine St. in Hammond, the Miller Memorial Library Family Resource Center was recently cleaned by members of the Hammond Kiwanis Club and three university students. Through this community service project, the volunteers picked up trash, cleaned up branches and leaves, pressure washed the building and more.

Students lend a helping hand through community service

November 17, 2020
A Candid Campus photographer helps a student pose for her graduation photos during Grad Fair. Students who missed out on Grad Fair will be able to take a make up photo by making an appointment before 10 a.m. on Nov. 16.

A make-up senior portrait opportunity available for graduating seniors

November 10, 2020
D Vickers Hall, an academic classroom and office building, houses some departments within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Built in the early 1970s, the building is currently under the planning process for renovations to be done within the next few semesters.

D Vickers Hall to be remodeled through 18-month renovation process

November 10, 2020
Trevor Tolar skates across the crosswalk in front of Sims Memorial Library. A number of students use various modes of transportation to get around campus.

Scooters, bikes and skates, oh my: How students get around campus

November 7, 2020
The University Police Department is located in Pride Hall. The newly created position of Clery Compliance Officer is currently being held by Tiffany-Chavers Edwards.

UPD appoints staff member to new position

November 4, 2020
Fall 2019 winter commencement marked the first time the university split commencement into two ceremonies. For Fall 2020 winter commencement, not only will the ceremonies occur over two days, but they will be split into four separate ceremonies. This semester’s commencement will honor Spring, Summer and Fall 2020 graduates.

Commencement alterations impact spring, summer and fall graduates

November 2, 2020
Students of the Southeastern Community Music School provided various solo and group performances at the school’s 25th anniversary concert. The event was on campus and free to guests, who were encouraged to wear masks, social distance and bring their own chairs.

Community Music School celebrates 25th anniversary for Homecoming Week 2020

October 27, 2020
John Paul Domiano, assistance vice president for finance, Judy Bowles, assistant vice president for systems and Edwin Litolff, assistance vice president for operations.

Division of Administration & Finance welcomes three new assistant vice presidents

October 21, 2020
Members of the sport management program pose for a picture while on a field trip a Houston Astros baseball game.

University receives accreditation status for sport management

October 21, 2020
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

October 12, 2020
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

October 9, 2020
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

October 6, 2020
Head-to-head: Honor the final wish of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Head-to-head: Honor the final wish of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

September 30, 2020
Tyler Kinchen & The Right Pieces is an R&B band out of the southeast Louisiana area. They performed at the Cate Street Park gazebo in Hammond for “Picnic in the Park,” an event hosted by the Hammond Downtown Development District.

Downtown Hammond enjoys live music while social distancing

September 30, 2020
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