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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
Elana Guillory

Elana Guillory, Yearbook Editor

Elana Guillory is an art major and lives in Ponchatoula. She worked as a reporter for The Lion’s Roar from the fall of 2019 until April 2021, and now she is the Le Souvenir Yearbook Editor. Elana has a passion for everything art: from theatre and music to painting and photography.

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[Photo] Senior art exhibition: Photo gallery

December 3, 2021
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In Strawberry Stadium, senior quarterback Cole Kelley high-fives a young fan as he and junior quarterback Cephus Johnson III walk onto the field for the Oct. 30 football game against McNeese.

[Photo] Last week in sports: Oct. 25-Nov. 1

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2021
Junior wide receiver Nick Kovacs embraces senior tight end Nolan Given after Kovacs scored a touchdown during the Homecoming game against Houston Baptist on Oct. 16.

[Photo] Last week in sports: Oct. 11-18

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
October 19, 2021
Freshman forward Maycie Massingill scored the Lady Lions' lone goal for the Oct. matchup against McNeese. The goal was Massingill's first of her collegiate career. The match ended in a 1-1 tie after going into double overtime.

[Photo] Last week in sports: Oct. 4-11

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief
October 12, 2021
Dr. Kimberly Hodge, OBGYN, (left) and Keri Girard, women's health nurse practitioner, are part of the North Oaks Obstetrics & Gynecology group. They joined two OBGYN specialists from Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology in the Student Union Theatre on Sept. 28 for a panel discussion. The University Health Center organized the panel event.

Specialists educate students with women’s health panel discussion

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
September 30, 2021
Volunteers from 2019's Big Event repaint a map of the United States in an elementary school courtyard. This year, rather than one day of volunteering, SGA is hosting an all week donation drive.

BIG Event turns into donation week

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 23, 2021

Lions Athletics seeking creative interns

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 11, 2021
Choosing between an unpaid internship and sanity

Choosing between an unpaid internship and sanity

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 7, 2021
The Columbia Theatre will present “The Wizard of Oz” on the following dates/times: March 11-13 and March 26-27 at 7:30 p.m.; March 21 and March 28 at 2 p.m.

Columbia Theatre brings modern take on ‘The Wizard of Oz’ to Hammond

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 5, 2021
Freshman pitcher Will Kinzeler pitched 6.2 innings in the 6-1 victory against Tulane University on Wednesday night.

Lions baseball defeats Green Wave at home

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 4, 2021
Junior marketing major Noah McLain serves coffee at his pop-up cart. McLain is head of the coffee-catering business that offers coffee brewed form fresh, authentic ingredients.

Student creates Cherrybomb Coffee Company

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 4, 2021
Actors DeJuan James and Leigh Moore have a socially-distanced rehearsal to prepare for the theatre department's upcoming production of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde on March 2-5.

“Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” to run March 2-5

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
February 25, 2021
Madam CJ Walker: The world’s first female millionaire

Madam CJ Walker: The world’s first female millionaire

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
February 25, 2021
Students, faculty and staff are invited to attend "Exhibiting African American Culture," which will showcase African American visual and performance arts. Through this collaboration between SGA and MISA, the exhibition will allow students to widen their knowledge and show their appreciation for Black history.

SGA and MISA to honor Black History Month with exhibition

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2021
Alana Saenz, an 11-year-old musician, is the youngest member of the SLU Symphony Orchestra.

CMS student places in Orchestral Competition

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2021
Even with vaccines, things will never be “normal”

Even with vaccines, things will never be “normal”

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
February 4, 2021
The university athletics department will take a different approach on tickets this year with mobile tickets. The university hopes to limit the spread of COVID-19 with electronic tickets.

Athletics looks towards a new ticketing platform

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
January 21, 2021
Angela Wood, Ph.D.

Social work professor becomes published author of self-help book during quarantine

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
November 19, 2020
Student worker Frannie Reyes, junior psychology and criminal justice major, prepares goodie bags in the Office of Military & Veteran Success. The office will have a table set up near the Student Union on Wednesday, Nov. 11 from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. to commemorate Veterans Day and hand out the goodie bags.

University veterans: Lessons learned and stories told

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
November 10, 2020
Left, senior art major Dejiona Jackson’s work features African American skateboarders such as Ron Allen and Ray Barbee. Jackson. Right, senior art major Aubree Barber spent “hundreds of hours” on a map displaying police brutality deaths. With a focus in graphic design, she is one artist in the senior exhibit that will feature artwork centered around issues she is passionate about.

Final exhibition of 2020 demands time and effort from senior artists and curator

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
November 5, 2020
"Moonlight Dance Fitness" event is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at the Strawberry Stadium at 7:30 p.m. The event is being organized through a joint collaboration between The REC and CARE team.

Let go of your stress by dancing

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 28, 2020
Students gather in Friendship Circle for the university’s “Brush Away Your Stress” painting event as a part of Homecoming Week. Participants were provided with canvases, paint, water and paint brushes.

Students and faculty “brush their stress away” with painting event in Friendship Circle

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 27, 2020
Homecoming Football-Hal Mumme

Historic Lion football games to re-air during Homecoming Week

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 20, 2020
To those who are extremely involved (or uninvolved) with politics

To those who are extremely involved (or uninvolved) with politics

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 17, 2020
Organizations created banners to fit the 2019 Homecoming theme, "Keepin' it Real With Roomie." This year, many of the Homecoming activities will be virtual.

“Homecoming @ Home” features Q&As and a virtual 5k

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 14, 2020
How to stay distracted in online classes this semester

How to stay distracted in online classes this semester

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 10, 2020
The current economic strain caused by COVID-19 has impacted working college students. Some students have lost jobs that support their higher education.

Q&A with economics professor: Financial stress and COVID-19

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 8, 2020
Southeastern announced that in accordance with updated University of Louisiana System guidance, the on-campus mask mandate will be lifted on Feb. 16.

Student workers contribute to coronavirus prevention

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 2, 2020
Since COVID-19 regulations have limited the amount of on-campus activities, freshmen are facing a unique challenge when it comes to making friends in college.

The struggles of making friends amid pandemic

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 2, 2020
Roldan Valverde, a professor of biology, recently became a Fullbright scholar. It has been a dream of his for many years to receive this distinction.

Fulbright scholarship fulfills a biology professor’s dreams

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 1, 2020
University alumnus James Gillette displayed his art in the 2020 Senior Exhibition, along with the works of Timothy Johnson and Belinda Flores-Shinshilla. Nine graduates currently have their work on display in the gallery through Sept. 29.

Spring 2020 visual arts alumni present Senior Exhibition despite pandemic

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
September 22, 2020
Maybe fall is not so bad after all

Maybe fall is not so bad after all

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
September 19, 2020
Students gather outside the union on Thursday, Sept. 10 to spread their own messages to bystanders at the Student Union area.

Members of ministry spark conversation among students

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
September 16, 2020
Finding the silver lining in virtual class

Finding the silver lining in virtual class

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
September 5, 2020
The Lion Traxx has been operating this semester after taking several precautionary measures. The shuttles will only have two active stops this semester.

Transportation Services’ implements safety measures on all shuttles

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
August 24, 2020
Senior guard Charliee Dugas saw her final season get cut short due to the COVID-19 Virus outbreak. Dugas finished her career averaging 10 points, one assist, 3.3 rebounds and 1.4 steals for the Lady Lions.

Senior athletes miss their final seasons due to COVID-19

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
August 24, 2020
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Former university soccer player awarded 2020 Steve McCarty Award

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
July 24, 2020
Finding the silver lining in 2020

Finding the silver lining in 2020

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
June 23, 2020
LA Wallet, developed by university alumni, is a digital driver's license application used in the state of Louisiana. Developers recently added a new license renewal feature due to the pandemic.

Alumni develop nation’s first digital driver’s license application

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
June 9, 2020
Why are LGBTQ members not allowed to help save lives?

Why are LGBTQ members not allowed to help save lives?

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
May 16, 2020
Jessica Litolff, outstanding woman of the year. Joshua Ballard, outstanding man of the year. Austin Noel, recipient of the Heart of a Lion award. Roshmina Thapa, David Wares Outstanding International Student of the Year.

Student leaders honored despite separation

Dylan Meche and Elana Guillory
May 14, 2020
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
Since people have started to work from home, Circuit by Entergy released 6 tips to help them reduce electrical costs. The company also released an article stating that it will continue services.

Entergy provides tips on reducing bill while working from home

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
April 10, 2020
Home remedies that include ingredients such as garlic are rumored to treat COVID-19. While home remedies might alleviate symptoms of the coronavirus, there is no definite cure as of March 2020.

Coronavirus: Myths vs. Facts

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
April 3, 2020
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[Photo] Southland Conference to re-evaluate spring competition on March 30

Jacob Lofton, Staff Reporter
March 27, 2020
Cliff D Morgan was one of 12 recipients of the 2019 Charles E. Dunbar Jr. Career Service Award. The award recognizes selflessness and commitment to one’s work.

Master locksmith at Physical Plant receives Charles E. Dunbar Award

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 24, 2020
Library director Eric Johnson is retiring this semester after 23 years at the university. “I’m happy with what I’ve done over the years,” said Johnson.

Sims Library director retires after 23 years

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 21, 2020
It is not the end of the world

It is not the end of the world

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 14, 2020
Beach volleyball drops first three matches in program history at New Orleans Invitational

Beach volleyball drops first three matches in program history at New Orleans Invitational

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2020
Freshman guard Hailey Giaratano scored four points and three assists in the win over Northwestern State University. Southeastern’s next match up is on the road on March 4 against Central Arkansas University.

Lady Lions win big on Senior Night

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
March 3, 2020
Volunteers at Our Daily Bread prepare food for their third annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser. The organization feeds nearly 8,000 people a month, according to Jeff Day, a member of the leadership board.

Local food bank hosts pancake breakfast to aid the hungry

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
February 12, 2020
“Die Fledermaus,“ a comic operetta, was performed by students at the Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts on Feb 6-7. The plot centered around a couple experiencing infidelity within their marriage.

Columbia brings comic operetta

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
February 11, 2020
Theta Phi Alpha during Bid Day in the fall of 2019. Spring 2020 Recruitment offers a more casual experience for potential members than fall recruitment.

Spring recruitment process explained

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
February 4, 2020
Maya Angelou

Black History Month feature: Maya Angelou

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
February 4, 2020
The university’s theatre program produced the 2016 Inkslinger Playwriting Competition winner, “Why Are You Nowhere,” by Ethan Warren, in the spring of 2017. Inkslinger allows aspiring playwrights to have their work come to life on stage.

Inkslinger competition produces works of emerging playwrights

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
January 28, 2020
"Everybody’s not made to do every career. Just be the best that you can at whatever career it is. If it’s digging a ditch, you need that ditch so that water comes down that drain." - Joyce Washington

Joyce Washington: Getting to know a campus janitor and lover of people

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
January 25, 2020
Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra spreads holiday cheer in Hammond

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra spreads holiday cheer in Hammond

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2019
Emery Foster, Donna Beagle and Zoe Cazabon paint false prosceniums for the set of “Strawberries, Guns, and Milk.“ Art majors with a concentration in theatre design can get hands on experience through the program. Courtesy of Steve Shepker

Art majors shine light on theatre design concentration

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
December 5, 2019
Neil Bourgeois, alumnus of the university was presented awards at the ACUI Region II Conference on Saturday, Oct. 26.

Bourgeois and Elliott surprised with awards in campus roles

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2019
Students performed in jiggaerobics on Nov. 14 in the Pennington Student Activity Center.

Students host university’s first Lion Aerobics class

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
November 15, 2019
International Initiatives hosts annual Study Abroad Photo Contest

International Initiatives hosts annual Study Abroad Photo Contest

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
November 15, 2019
Charliee Dugas, a guard for the university basketball team, enters her fourth season with the team. Dugas anticipates playing professionally after she graduates. Elana Guillory/The Lion’s Roar

Charliee Dugas prepares for her final season as a Lady Lion

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
November 14, 2019
Culture Shocks provides a platform for students’ talents

Culture Shocks provides a platform for students’ talents

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
November 7, 2019
More than a tour: the duties of a campus tour guide

More than a tour: the duties of a campus tour guide

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2019
Teodora Mitrovic, a freshman tennis player.

Women’s tennis team ends fall season with a win

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 31, 2019
Members of the delta Sigma Theta Sorority perform in a drunk driving road test.

Sorority brings awareness to the consequences of driving under the influence

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 29, 2019
Audience members stand as the Jazz ambassadors of the U.S. Army field Band performs the national anthem. The orchestra played a selection of songs that reflected the hardships and highlights of World War II.

U.S. Army Field Jazz Band tells the story of WWII

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter
October 29, 2019
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