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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

Louisiana is struggling without a sex-related elective course

Louisiana is struggling without a sex-related elective course

Jacob Summerville, Staff Reporter September 27, 2018

There is this meme of a ‘90s sex education class where a male student asked, “What if I want to have sex before I get married?” To which the teacher responded, “Well, I guess you just have to be...

The “Then and Now” lecture series began with the Constitution Day lecture by Professor Ronald Traylor on Sept. 17.

The value in attending another lecture

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor September 27, 2018

Although the idea of attending another lecture may sound agonizing to students, some talks on campus may be surprisingly rewarding. Though the Department of History and Political Science participated...

Recent studies show a decrease in the number of youths who participate in sports. Decline in physical activity degrades personal health and also impacts the national economy.

Physical inactivity: A decline in athletics

Prakriti Adhikari, Staff Reporter September 27, 2018

Physical activity is a vital component in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Involvement in activities help body organs function well and help reduce health problems. Playing sports for a team or just for...

When, where, what? Programs by the UPD

Maiah Woodring, Staff Reporter September 26, 2018

Although the University Police Department can be seen on campus at events like the last football game, monitoring and surveying the event, Patrick Gipson, police lieutenant, wants everyone on campus to...

Impact of tardiness

Prakriti Adhikari, Staff Reporter September 26, 2018

As the semester goes on, the number of students missing class and being late for class increases. This impacts the teaching and learning environment by distracting both teachers and students. Dr. Lucy...

Nancy Perilloux displayed her jewelry at the Hammond Regional Arts Center’s “Fine and Functional Show” last year.

Crafting a presence in Louisiana through metals

Jacob Summerville, Staff Reporter September 26, 2018

Beauty is within the eye of its beholder. For some, it lies within the craftsmanship of conventional metals as opposed to silver and gold. John Perilloux, owner of John Perilloux Metal Art, and Nancy...

Every sports team has a number of non-starting players who train with the rest of the team, and these players have to prove themselves to earn a starting position on the team.

Athletes going from the bench to the action

Prakriti Adhikari, Staff Reporter September 26, 2018

While a few players from different sports teams come into the light, there are a lot of players who put in an equal amount of hard work and practice on the field. Every sports team has a number of non-starting...

When Jenna Licciardi, a senior marketing major, manages to find free time in her schedule, she enjoys watching horror movies or painting.

A day in the life of Jenna Licciardi

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor September 25, 2018

President of the Beta Epsilon Chapter of Theta Phi Alpha Jenna Licciardi, a senior marketing major, looks out for more than her studies on any given day. “Unlike the majority of people my age, instead...

Eliud Kipchoge runs to win the 45th Berlin Marathon in Berlin, Germany, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018. Eliud Kipchoge set a new world record of 2 hours 1 minute 39 seconds.

Training when running for a marathon

Prakriti Adhikari, Staff Reporter September 25, 2018

As people get more health conscious, they become involved in activities that help them stay active and vibrant. One such activity is a marathon, which is a 26.2 mile-long distance race completed either...

The community came together at the Sustainability Center to clean up the garden.

A garden strengthens community connections

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor September 25, 2018

The community gathered at the Sustainability Center to clean up the community garden and connect with each other. Jacob O'Neill, a senior sociology major, has seen the garden grow over time in his years...

The new face for a reinstated art club

Jacob Summerville, Staff Reporter September 25, 2018

Graphic design is changing its presence on campus with a reinstated organization. Lion Design Association will have its opening reception on Thursday, Sept 27 from 5-7 p.m. on the first floor of the...

At last year’s “Gumbo Ya Ya,” students participated in painting a “These Hands Don’t Haze” sheet sign.

Hazing prevention week

Annie Goodman, Editor-In-Chief September 24, 2018

Since the death of Louisiana State University student Max Gruver, the state has taken stricter stances on hazing activities. In addition to the university’s “These Hands Don’t Haze” event, the...

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