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The Lion's Roar
The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar
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Brynn Lundy, Copy Editor

Brynn Lundy began working for The Lion's Roar in the fall of 2019, her first semester at Southeastern, and now serves as Copy Editor. She is a communication major from Lutcher and she is passionate about reading and writing.

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Taleya Jordan, junior music major, walks into the Southeastern Wesley for the first Queer Communion meeting on Oct. 6. Jordan created Queer Communion and leads the bible study meetings every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. to foster a welcoming environment for queer Christians.

What would Jesus do? He would love first

October 12, 2021
Students can find Hurricane Ida Recovery information on Southeasterns main webpage. There, students can view the Academic Recovery Plan and revised Academic Calendar for the Fall 2021 semester.

Academic calendar revised after Hurricane Ida

September 21, 2021
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[Photo] Head to Head: Vaccines can keep college students healthy

August 18, 2021
The National Guard holds a COVID-19 testing event on campus in November 2020. COVID testing as well as COVID vaccine distribution are available and free on campus.

COVID testing required for non-vaccinated faculty/staff

August 17, 2021
Paul Murphy (left) and Rick Colucci sit in a booth at Bradys Restaurant on SW Railroad Avenue in Downtown. They co-own three restaurants: Jacmel Inn and Bradys in Hammond and Nuvolaris in Mandeville. The two have been business partners for over 40 years and have had an even longer friendship.

Humans of Hammond

August 17, 2021
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[Photo] Hatcher and Gayle to compete in Miss Louisiana Competition

June 14, 2021
Senior communication major John Williams holds his 2020 Suncoast Region Emmy award he received for his feature story production “July Fourth in Baton Rouge.

Southeastern Channel, two students win Emmy Awards

April 20, 2021
The music department and the Hammond Rotary Club hosted “An Evening of Jazz“ in February 2020. This semester, the universitys 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 Southeasterns 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 house floats for passersby to view and feel the Carnival spirit. This house on St. Charles Avenue is circus-themed with balloons, animals and other circus decorations.

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 Pete Clark are photographed with McGarys childrens book ATiffas Mystery Adventure. McGary held a book signing and balloon release in memory of her sister ATiffa on Dec. 9, 2020 in TickFaw, La.

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 Womens 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 universitys 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
Finding the perfect balance and blend between school and work can sometimes be a hassle on freshmen students.

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
Free parking is one of the services that Southeastern is providing to McNeese State University students as a part of the Cowboy Relief Effort.

A helping hand for McNeese students

September 29, 2020
Be amazing and prevent hazing

Be amazing and prevent hazing

September 26, 2020
Adults with some college credit but no degree, have been out of college for at least two years and reside in Louisiana can use Compete LA to enroll in courses at a discounted tuition rate and to find the quickest path to graduation.

UL System to empower adults to finish college education

September 22, 2020
The CSE, located in the Student Union Annex, offers many resources for students, including Academic & Career Exploration, Academic Connect Groups and a transfer student coordinator program.

New at CSE: Coordinator aids transfer students with transition on campus

September 16, 2020
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[Photo] Vonnie Borden takes on socially-distanced season

September 14, 2020
The Center for Student Excellence has developed new coaching groups for students to interact with other peers with similar academic paths. To follow safety procedures, the meetings have been held virtually.

New at CSE: Academic Connect Groups provide academic coaching

September 9, 2020
ACE director Brad Bergeron conducts an ACE session via Zoom in his office at the Center for Student Excellence. Students who are no longer freshmen and do not have a freshman advisor can utilize the CSE’s Academic & Career Exploration program for help in deciding on a major as well as exploring future career options.

New at CSE: Academic coaches aid students in exploring academic and future career options

September 1, 2020
The Mane Dish and the Ascension Market are open for select hours for residents that remain on campus for the week of Aug. 24-30. However, the Lions Den Food Court at the Student Union and other dining locations on campus will be closed for the week.

Dining hours altered for remaining residents due to temporary campus closure

August 25, 2020
Since face coverings are required within buildings on campus, some students are taking the opportunity to make their own masks. Fashionable and trendy face coverings are becoming more common.

Fashionable face coverings

August 20, 2020
A group of stroke and brain injury survivors have been meeting virtually for their online book club. The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorder collaborated with the Southeastern Book Club to start the support group.

From support group to book club: CSD helps adults with communication disabilities

July 21, 2020
After providing online service and curbside pickup facility for the past few months, Univeristy Bookstore has resumed its normal operations.

University Bookstore reopens with new guidelines and new products

July 15, 2020
The University Counseling Center has been providing telemental health counseling since the start of the pandemic. Counselors were trained specifically in telemental health to start the virtual service.

Counselors speak on the components of telemental health counseling

July 14, 2020
What we gained from the pandemic: time and perspective

What we gained from the pandemic: time and perspective

July 4, 2020
StandOUT, the universitys LGBTQ+ alliance organization, celebrated Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20 during the Fall 2019 semester. The annual remembrance day honors the memory of transgender lives lost as a result of discrimination and violence.

Pride Month celebrates lives of the past, present and future

June 23, 2020
Miss SLU 2020 Janine Hatcher has been preparing for Miss Louisiana since November 2019 after she was crowned the title. As Miss Louisiana Organization postponed its 2020 competition to 2021, Hatcher plans to participate in the competition next year even if she crowns a new Miss SLU this fall.

Organizations postpone pageants to adjust for health and safety concerns

June 15, 2020
The university named Jonathan Wong, co-founder of Cate Street Seafood Station in Hammond and The Boston Restaurant in Amite, 2020 Young Alumnus of the Year. He graduated in 2003 and has continued to volunteer his services to help the campus and its students.

Jonathan Wong named 2020 Young Alumnus of the Year

June 13, 2020
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

May 13, 2020
Alumna Valerie Saba is one of many volunteers to make and donate masks to the “Mask Up & Make a Difference” initiative. Each mask, all supplies and every monetary donation will go toward assisting front-line healthcare workers during this time of low inventory and high demand.

‘Mask Up & Make a Difference’ combats supply shortages

May 5, 2020
Fawaz Adesina, a 2019 alumnus, receives the Role Model of the Year award 2019.

DSA Convocation turned Virtual Student Recognition Week

April 17, 2020
An error at the university Financial Aid office has resulted in the inaccurate dispersal of aid to students, causing an overpayment of more than $550,000. The university addressed the financial errors and plans to strengthen internal controls to prevent any future mishaps.

University addresses financial aid errors

April 7, 2020
DSA staff member Lorraine Peppo puts her 2-year-old son, Jacob, down for a nap as she also works from home remotely. Many faculty, staff and students of the university are finding themselves unexpectedly juggling parental duties at the same time they attempt to manage academic or professional responsibilities from home.

Parents face new challenges with school, work and home

March 31, 2020
Online classes are not the same for all students

Online classes are not the same for all students

March 28, 2020
Beginning Wednesday, March 18, face-to-face classes are being delivered remotely. Face-to-face classes were cancelled from Friday, March 13 to Tuesday, March 17.

Instructors’ perspectives on online transition

March 24, 2020
Be careful what you put online

Be careful what you put online

March 22, 2020
A new project will transform two downtown city blocks

A new project will transform two downtown city blocks

March 22, 2020
Communication majors will be able to choose from a new variety of concentrations starting next year. The updated concentrations are currently still under review of the curriculum committee.

Department is developing new concentrations for communication students

March 10, 2020
There are multiple speed bumps around campus to increase driving safety. Stop signs and crosswalks, such as those on Texas Ave., are in place to increase both driver and pedestrian awareness. All drivers, including students, faculty and visitors, should be conscious of pedestrians, as there are many walking on and around campus daily.

Driving safety: An increasing pedestrian concern

March 3, 2020
Senior guard Von Julien brings the ball down the court in Saturday’s 95-92 victory over Northwestern State University. With the win the Lions improved their regular season record to 7-22, Julien finished the game with eight points, two rebounds and three assists.

Lions top Demons 95-92 in power outage

March 3, 2020
Guest artist Steve Sigmund, who has served as lead trombonist for the Ray Charles Orchestra for 17 years, performs. The university music department partnered with the Hammond Rotary Club to host “An Evening of Jazz“ to raise funds for the university.

Jazzy evening brings university and community together

February 18, 2020
Karlee Kraft, a sophomore pitcher/utility player, is met by her team at home plate after she hit her first home run of the season against Alabama State University.

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February 11, 2020
Senior guard Tyler Morrison dribbles down the court. The Lady Lions won their fifth game in a row by defeating Incarnate Word 58-44.

Lady Lions bring home fifth win in a row

February 11, 2020
Taylor Gautreaux, coordinator for the Louisiana Students for Life trip, poses with a sign in front of the Capitol Building during March for Life 2020.

Students join the fight for life

February 4, 2020
Senior center Aminat Jubril makes a layup and scores two points for the Lady Lions against the UCA Sugar Bears at the womens basketball game on Wednesday, Jan. 29.

Lady Lions defeat Sugar Bears and extend winning streak

January 30, 2020
Junior forward Maxwell Starwood prepares to make a pass during the mens basketball game on Jan. 22. Starwood scored a career-high 17 points, earning the most points for the Lions during the game.

Lions drop second game in a row to McNeese

January 23, 2020
“That’s what I want to continue to do throughout my reign this school year—show myself, present, be of any help or service I can be to the community.” - Janine Hatcher, Miss Southeastern 2020

Miss SLU 2020

January 21, 2020
The universitys Contemporary Dance Program presented the Emerging Choreographers Project as the first performance held in the newly renovated KHS 153 Dance Studio Theatre. The project consisted of 15 dances choreographed and performed by students.

[Photo] Emerging choreographers first to perform in renovated dance studio

December 13, 2019
Health clinic and insurance company partner to provide free employee check ups

Health clinic and insurance company partner to provide free employee check ups

December 11, 2019
The university will live stream commencement on different media platforms. Multiple changes will be happening to the upcoming Fall 2019 commencement.

Changes in winter graduation ceremonies

December 10, 2019
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