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The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

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Actors and actresses dress up for the three events at The Party Barn and aim to scare participants. Zombies on the Bayou, Haze Maze and Zombie Escape are running until Nov. 3.

Two businesses, one haunting experience

Jacob Summerville, Staff Reporter • October 24, 2018

A Hammond venue dedicates this time of the year to the spirit of Halloween. Ranch of Horror and The Party Barn have come together to run three Halloween attractions from Sept. 28 until Nov. 3. The three...

The 11th annual "Full Court Fest" promoted the upcoming basketball season with games where fans took to the court.

Getting ready for the basketball season

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor • October 23, 2018

The men's and women's basketball teams looked to raise fan excitement leading to their season openers in November with the 11th annual "Full Court Fest." Both basketball teams took to the court in the...

University Police Offer Michael Aleman aims to serve the university in his role on campus. His enjoyment of community events contributed to his reasons for joining the police force.

A day in the life of Michael Aleman

Jacob Summerville, Staff Reporter • October 23, 2018

Service, education and protection to the university are the three main goals of the University Police Department. But how did they get to their position and why do the officers stick with it? University...

The university judo club offers students an opportunity to practice judo, a form of martial arts. Professor of Physics Dr. Sanichiro Yoshida and David Lloyd instruct students in judo.

The university judo club

Staff Reports • October 23, 2018

Founded in 1882, judo is an ancient form of martial arts from Japan created by Jigura Kano as an alternative to jujitsu. This sport carries on today with clubs across the world including the Southeastern...

Strawberry Marching Classic returns

Diamond Hollins, Staff Reporter • October 23, 2018

The Strawberry Marching Classic returns after a two-year hiatus, providing an opportunity for high school students to show off their musical talents. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 27 at...

2018 Young Alumnus of the Year Joni Smith speaks with one of the students at Westside Junior High in her role as administrative assistant. Smith was also named the 2017 Louisiana State Teacher of the Year.

Smith’s journey to success

Johnathan Zeringue, Staff Reporter • October 22, 2018

2018 Young Alumnus of the Year Joni Smith, administrative assistant at Westside Junior High School, is among those who agree that success is not always handed out on a silver platter. “I experienced...

Remembering Roppolo

Annie Goodman, Editor-In-Chief • October 22, 2018

After 28 years of service to the university as a physical plant worker, George Roppolo, 58, passed away after having a heart attack while on the job. “He had the biggest heart,” shared Gianna Roppolo,...

Transportation Services is looking at places on campus where more bicycle racks could benefit both students and faculty following the instituted bicycle policy that will require registration starting on Jan. 1, 2019.

Mandatory bike registration

Jacob Summerville, Staff Reporter • October 22, 2018

Once an optional process, students and faculty should make a note about the university’s new policy that requires bikes used on campus to be registered with the university. According to Director of...

Madison Wilson appears to stab Tyler Page in “Fear of Death." Hammond Horror Festival kicked off with “Seven Frightening Phobias,” a play in seven parts where production is limited to 24 hours.

24 hours of theatrical horror

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor • October 22, 2018

With roughly 50 people, Alpha Psi Omega condensed a theatre production into 24 hours to kick off the “Hammond Horror Festival.” President of APO Taylor Meng, a junior English education major, served...

Chason Virgil, a junior quarterback, threw for 324 yards in the matchup against Abilene Christian University.

Trailing behind at home

Jacob Summerville, Staff Reporter • October 22, 2018

With over 600 yards given up on defense, the Lions football team lost to Abilene Christian University this past Saturday at the athletic Hall of Fame Game 48-27. Head Coach Frank Scelfo was disappointed...

The "Hammond Horror Festival" started with Alpha Psi Omega's 24-hour production, "Seven Frightening Phobias." The play included seven parts, each focused on a different phobia, such as "A Gory Phobia."

48 hours of horror

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor • October 21, 2018

The eighth annual "Hammond Horror Festival" brought phobias and time-limited productions to the stage and the screen. The festival started on Friday, Oct, 19 with "Seven Frightening Phobias," a 24-hour...

Tribute in the Columbia: Carole King

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor • October 19, 2018

Executive Director of the Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts Roy Blackwood looks to round up Fanfare by presenting a tribute to the songwriter Carole King. “Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook”...

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