The Lion's Roar

Graduating seniors launched into Alumni Association

Maiah Woodring, Staff Reporter • May 19, 2019

Graduates entering into an alumni base of over 70,000 were congratulated by the Alumni Association at the “Lion 4 Life Launch" party. Held on the lawn of the Alumni Association from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m....

Students wear their symbols of pride

Shaelyn Martinez, Staff Reporter • May 9, 2019

Students received their rings to show pride and commemorate their time at the university. The "Ring Ceremony" was held on May 8 at 6 p.m. Family, friends, faculty and staff gathered to celebrate the...

A potential budget increase for Louisiana

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor • December 4, 2018

In response to past budget cuts, the Louisiana Board of Regents requested a $172 million increase in the state budget for public colleges. If approved, general state funding for higher education would...

A day in the life of Dr. John L. Crain

Prakriti Adhikari , Staff Reporter • November 20, 2018

President of the university Dr. John L. Crain strives to ensure a good experience for students as the university’s ambassador. The responsibilities of the president include overseeing various departments...

Unpacking the budget

Annie Goodman, News Editor • July 23, 2018

After a long battle over how to fill a nearly $1 billion fiscal cliff, state legislators have passed a bill that will fully fund higher education through 2025. When Governor John Bel Edwards was elected...