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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
Symiah Dorsey

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter

Symiah Dorsey is a communication major from Laplace and serves as Editor-in-Chief. Raised in Europe, Symiah is an avid lover of languages, traveling and cultural studies. After beginning to work for The Lion’s Roar in fall 2019, Symiah has aimed to give all students a voice. 

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Symiah Dorsey won 2nd Best Feature Photo from her picture of '22-'23 SGA President Baleigh Picou and her service dog Bruno.

[Photo] The Lion’s Roar wins Louisiana Press Association awards

Staff Report
August 17, 2023
Former Editor-In-Chief Symiah Dorsey

Letter from the Editor: The time has come

Symiah Dorsey, Former Editor-In-Chief
January 17, 2023
Lady Lions celebrate on the court at the UC after winning the first Southland Conference Title in school history. (Nov. 20, 2022)

[Photo] SLU wins three straight sets to oust top seeded HCU for Southland Conference Crown

Chase Gispert, Sports Editor
November 22, 2022
Participants in the Mayoral Debate stand on stage for a picture.

[Photo] Civic engagement for a new generation: Register to vote online

Kennith Woods, Staff Reporter
October 11, 2022
SLU tight end Ivan Drobocky catches touchdown in the back of the end zone that would later be ruled as an incompletion after video review vs. TAMUC on Saturday at Strawberry Stadium.

[Photo] Southeastern Homecoming spoiled at the hands of Texas A&M-Commerce

Troy Allen, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2022
Jayla Ruffin and KeRon Jackson was named Southeastern 2022 Homecoming King and Queen.

[Photo] 2022 Homecoming Royalty announced

Haley Dupre', Staff Reporter
October 8, 2022

Manestream Podcast | Take A Paws Episode S2E2: Guide to Intimacy

Philip le Riche, Hydee Holsapple, and Symiah Dorsey
October 6, 2022
With the Career Fair, students like Jordan Armand had an option between 162 employers to have an interview with.

[Photo] Career Fair 2022

Hydee Holsapple
October 4, 2022
Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan and what it means for you

Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan and what it means for you

Symiah Dorsey, Editor in Chief
August 30, 2022
Announcements from the UPD will be on the front page of Lion Safe, creating another line of communication between UPD and students.

[Photo] SLU police introduce new app to keep students safe

Austin O'Brien, Staff Reporter
July 18, 2022
Baileigh Picou and her service dog Bruno are a well-known duo on campus. Bruno assists Picou with daily tasks, making it easier for her to make it through a day on campus.

Baileigh Picou: A dedicated student leader with dysautonomia

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 29, 2022
Junior sprinter Indya Jackson touches the finish line in Friday's dual meet at the Southeastern track complex.

Track and field sets three facility records in home opener

Symiah Dorsey, Co-Editor
March 20, 2022
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[Photo] How love and family guided Magri’s journey to Miss Southeastern 2022

Haley Dupre, Staff Reporter
March 8, 2022
Staying engaged on campus: DSA releases February events schedule

Staying engaged on campus: DSA releases February events schedule

Symiah Dorsey, Co-Editor
February 1, 2022
Letter from the Editor: Symiah Dorsey

Letter from the Editor: Symiah Dorsey

Symiah Dorsey, Co-Editor
January 25, 2022
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[Photo] Fall 2021 Commencement: Photo Gallery

Staff Reports
December 18, 2021
Both The Lion's Roar Newspaper and the Le Souvenir yearbook have been in continuous circulation since 1937 and 1929 respectively with the exception of one volume of Le Souvenir during the World War II era. Today, the student-led publications continue to strive for serving the Southeastern and Hammond community with timely news and meaningful memories.

A time of transition: Student Publications undergoes changes to budget and production

Symiah Dorsey and Dylan Meche
December 14, 2021
Wide receiver Justin Wendt heads to the buses during the Football Sendoff Friday morning, Dec. 4.

[Photo] Game Preview: Lions to battle Dukes in Second Round playoff action

December 3, 2021
Students sit and eat in the Student Union Lion's Den Food Court.

[Photo] How to make your remaining Cub Cash last through finals

November 30, 2021

Manestream podcast: Head to head – Should Consuming Fire be kicked off of campus?

Dylan Meche and Symiah Dorsey
November 10, 2021
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[Photo] Haley Dupre’

November 10, 2021
Zimbabwe native Bradley Makuvire sets his focus on the Cross Country Championship at Southeastern Louisiana University in February of 2021.

[Photo] Bradley Makuvire continues to dazzle for cross country

November 3, 2021

Manestream podcast: Head to head – Can guys and girls JUST be friends?

Dylan Meche and Symiah Dorsey
November 3, 2021
A student steps in front of Consuming Fire preacher holding a "Treat People With Kindness" cardboard sign outside of the Student Union.

[Photo] Preachers vs Protesters: Conflicting beliefs lead to debates on campus

Austin O'Brien, Staff Reporter
October 27, 2021
Junior music major Taleya Jordan stands inside the Southeastern Wesley Foundation's Methodist Church, the location for the weekly Queer Communion meetings. Jordan created the group as a safe space for queer Christians to come together for bible study every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

Student establishes safe haven for LGBTQIA+ Christians

Symiah Dorsey, Photography Editor
October 12, 2021
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.

[Photo] What would Jesus do? He would love first

October 12, 2021
Members of the 2021 Homecoming Court sit with the 2020 Homecoming king and queen (fourth from the left), Darnell Butler Jr. and Destiny Richardson.

The road to royalty: 2021 Homecoming court Q&A

Symiah Dorsey, Photography Editor
October 12, 2021
The Lions will hit the road on Saturday Oct. 2 to take on McNeese State University. The Last time these two teams squared off the Lions beat the Cowboys 25-20.

[Photo] Lions vs. Cowboys: A history of rivalry

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter
September 28, 2021
Southeastern students take a selfie on the way to the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Following Hurricane Ida, several residential students who remained on campus were relocated to ULM for shelter.

Calm after the storm: Southeastern students reflect on relocation to Monroe

Symiah Dorsey, Photography Editor
September 21, 2021
Recent alumni celebrate their achievements after the Spring 2021 Nursing and Health Sciences commencement ceremony on May 19.

[Photo] Graduating this fall? Here’s what you need to know

Chloe Williams, Staff Reporter
September 21, 2021
Hurricane Ida: Lessons learned

Hurricane Ida: Lessons learned

Symiah Dorsey, Photography Editor
September 8, 2021
Inside the University Center on Aug. 29, a student evacuee passes time by reading a book, sharing an inflatable air mattress with a fellow student.

Students taking shelter: On-campus residents remain resilient through Hurricane Ida

Symiah Dorsey, Photography Editor
September 8, 2021
UL System to require COVID-19 vaccine for college students

UL System to require COVID-19 vaccine for college students

Symiah Dorsey, Photography Editor
August 23, 2021
Embracing what is natural: Photographer captures the beauty of natural hair

Embracing what is natural: Photographer captures the beauty of natural hair

Symiah Dorsey, Photography Editor
August 18, 2021
Symiah Dorsey

Being single is a blessing, please don’t waste it

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
June 14, 2021
U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy cuts the ceremonial ribbon alongside administrators of the Regina Coeli Child Development Center and other contributors of the new building.

U.S. Senator visits campus child development center

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
May 5, 2021
Troy Granger, a sophomore communication major, is a student worker at the KSLU radio station. With renovations scheduled for D Vickers Hall, questions have arisen regarding the future of KSLU’s radio operations.

On-air or online: The future of KSLU radio

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
May 4, 2021
Shortstop Lindsey Rizzo steps up to the plate in the season-opening Lion Classic in February. Rizzo has since decorated her ongoing season with a .402 batting average. The Lady Lions currently sit 24-16 on the season and will face off against ULM on April 21 at 6 p.m.

Rizzo steps up to the plate, takes on new position

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
April 23, 2021
Humanize their stories: Asian grievances matter

Humanize their stories: Asian grievances matter

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 30, 2021
Junior Damon Herod competes in the long jump event at Friday's Southeastern Triangular against Southern and Alcorn State.

Lions track and field looks to dominate in outdoor season

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 24, 2021
Kali Norton, a Hammond-based photography, has added seasonal photoshoots to her list of available services.

Local photographer welcomes springtime with live bunny shoot

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 22, 2021
Nathaniel Britton, senior art major and creative director of The Wearable Art Fashion Show, submitted a piece titled "Sunlight and Gasoline," modeled by Megan Blomquist.

Wearable art fashion show returns with bold new styles

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 18, 2021
Graduate student Emily Bird and junior business major Lauren Wicker pose by the Student Union Breezeway with their Turning Point USA signs.

A look inside Southeastern’s pro-capitalist organization

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2021
Senior center Drew Jones checks Northwestern State’s defensive line prior to snapping the ball to senior quarterback Cole Kelley. The Lions moved to 2-1 on the spring season after defeating the Demons at home .

Lions outlast Demons on game-winning field goal

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2021
After this season, it’s time to say goodbye to The Bachelor franchise

After this season, it’s time to say goodbye to The Bachelor franchise

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 6, 2021
Women’s History Month Feature: The stories to tell of Ida B Wells

Women’s History Month Feature: The stories to tell of Ida B Wells

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 6, 2021
Pictured left to right, Kourtni Harris, Cilicia Thornton and Riketta Griffin are proud members of the Flipside dance team. For them, Flipside has provided them with a way to alleviate stress and embrace cultural heritage.

Students find freedom and family through dance

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 6, 2021
The provisions of the Governor’s Executive Order which relax operational restrictions, the State mask mandate still applies to all educational institutions, including colleges and universities. Accordingly, Southeastern will continue to abide by the campus policy requiring face coverings.

New co-ed fraternity welcomes marketing enthusiasts

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
March 3, 2021
Adam Cortez, left, and Shea Foster, right, go live with "CrunchTime Sports" every Tuesday at 7 p.m. on KSLU 90.9. According to the two athletes, co-hosting a radio show has only made their friendship grow stronger.

It’s CrunchTime with Adam and Shea: How a love for sports led to lifelong friendship

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
February 26, 2021
Assistant professor and professional costume designer Christine Crook displays one of her designs from an independent project she created at Light Box, located in Detroit, Mich. Crook plans to submit a brand new design for the Wearable Arts Fashion Show on March 18.

Wearable arts fashion show seeking models, designers and crew members

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
February 26, 2021
In the home opener on Feb. 21, sophomore tennis player Putri Insani, above, earned a 6-0 win in the doubles round with junior Ximena Yanez and a 6-3, 6-0 win in the singles round.

Lady Lions tennis squad defeats LSU Alexandria 6-1 in home opener

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2021
Over the weekend, Southeastern’s Men’s Cross Country team finished first place in the Southland Conference Tournament for the first time in program history. Shea Foster, senior distance runner, broke another school record in back-to-back meets.

Lions Cross Country celebrates historic weekend

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2021
Junior infielder/pitcher Briahna Bennett prepares to swing in Thursday night's game against South Dakota. The Lady Lions' season opener concluded with a 11-0 victory against the Coyotes.

Lady Lions softball reemerges 3-2 after halted season

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2021
"Beyond the Proscenium" features set designs, costumes, and more from local and regional designers and theatres, including works from the university theatre department.

‘Beyond the Proscenium’ exhibition shines spotlight on theatrical design

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
February 10, 2021
Auditions for Dark Skinned Pavement, the 2020 Inkslinger-winning play written by TJ Young, will be held in the Pottle Music Building in recital hall room 202. "Dark Skinned Pavement" features an all-Black cast.

Southeastern Theatre holding auditions for all-Black cast

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
February 9, 2021
SGA President L’Oreal Williams plans to implement Swipe Out Hunger as a long term program at the university.

[Photo] SGA brings Swipe Out Hunger program to combat food insecurity

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
February 9, 2021
SVU President Catherine Wooton, pictured here, and vice president Kami Aguilar have officially established Sexual Violence Unmasked on campus.

Sexual Violence Unmasked: New organization on campus

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
February 9, 2021
A 2016 graduate of the university, Tanya Crowe has accomplished her goal of becoming Miss Louisiana USA. Her new title solidifies a new beginning and the end of a seven-year journey. For Crowe, the Miss Louisiana pageant was an experience that provided her with connections, experience and lifelong friendships. Crowe encourages other girls to go on the Miss Louisiana stage and keep going back.

Southeastern alumna crowned Miss Louisiana USA

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
February 9, 2021
Breaking Barriers Behind the Camera: The Gordon Parks Story

Breaking Barriers Behind the Camera: The Gordon Parks Story

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
February 3, 2021
As finals week begins and the semester comes to a close, many students are preparing to head home for winter break. Plans for the break vary this year due to the pandemic.

Students embrace changes to winter break

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
November 30, 2020
Dance Performance Project, the university’s resident student contemporary dance company, performing in their Fall 2019 mainstage dance concert.

Making art out of hardship: Dance company to host final performance of semester

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
November 23, 2020
Elizabeth Hornsby, Ph.D, is one of this year’s representatives for the University of Louisiana System Management & Leadership Institute. Since beginning to work for the university in 2006, Hornsby has continued to refine her skills and contribute to university growth.

Faculty and staff take on initiative through leadership institute

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
November 18, 2020
Contrary to popular belief, my natural hair is professional

Contrary to popular belief, my natural hair is professional

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
November 17, 2020
University students have expressed a need for the return of pass/fail grading accomodations for the Fall 2020 semester. The change.org petition has accumulated over 1,900 signatures and has been shared multiple times via Twitter.

Students petition for the return of pass/fail grading accommodations

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
November 16, 2020
How to have a COVID-friendly Halloween

How to have a COVID-friendly Halloween

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
October 30, 2020
The university’s BSU and NAACP have partnered together to create a pop-up shop designed to highlight students with small businesses. The event will be held virtually Nov. 9-13 with an in-person event still in the works.

BSU and NAACP present Fall Pop-Up Shop for student entrepreneurs

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
October 27, 2020
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Gumbo YaYa 2020 puts new spin on tradition

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
October 21, 2020
Vehilce Burglary- Car Photo

Local vehicle burglary reminds students to lock their cars

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
October 20, 2020
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
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
Sorority members address sexual assault on campus

Sorority members address sexual assault on campus

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
September 28, 2020
The circumstances of COVID-19 have caused stress among the student population. Psychology professor Monique Leblanc discussed the unique challenges college students face and ways students can combat pandemic anxiety.

College stress and COVID-19: Psychology professor Q&A

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
September 24, 2020
Located in D Vickers Hall, The Vonnie Borden Theatre hosts a variety of theatrical performances every year. The 2020-2021 season brings several changes as both audiences and cast members have to adjust to performing during COVID-19.

Vonnie Borden takes on socially-distanced season

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
September 14, 2020
The on-campus residence building Cardinal Newman Hall is currently being used as the designated quarantine area for students who have contracted COVID-19. The dorm building is located on the corner of West Dakota Street and North Pine Street.

[Photo] Cardinal Newman becomes designated building for residential students with COVID-19

Austin Dewease, Staff Reporter
September 14, 2020
The full version of the PortableLion app launched in August following the beta launch in January. The app includes features that students can use to track the shuttle buses, keep track of campus news and stay up-to-date with emergency alerts. They can also access resources such as Moodle and LEONet.

PortableLion: Campus services on the go

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
September 10, 2020
The Democratic and Republican National Conventions were both pushed back from the original dates due to COVID-19. Most of the speeches were delivered over a virtual format. This presidential election will be the first ever election with mail-in votes

[Photo] Virtual Conventions mark official start of unprecedented 2020 Election Cycle

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter
September 8, 2020
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