Forum following play performance explored civil rights in the modern era
Jacob Summerville, Editor-in-Chief
January 28, 2020
In remembrance of a civil rights activist, a discussion that ensued in Hammond brought light to modern issues. Following the play “Walk On: The Story of Rosa Parks,” produced by Mad River Theatre Works on Jan 25, the Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts hosted a panel discussion centered aroun...
Mocktails guest panel creates dialogue with students
Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter
November 19, 2019
Prior to attending an annual social engagement, students had the opportunity to learn about the repercussions of substance abuse in a college climate. The Office for Student Engagement and Campus Activities Board welcomed a panel of guest speakers for the Wild, Wild Western Rodeo Mocktails event....
Behind the scenes of convocation
Shaelyn Martinez, Staff Reporter
April 16, 2019
Every spring, convocations honor students for their service and academic achievements prior to graduation. The 39th “Division for Student Affairs Convocation” will be held on Tuesday, May 7. Marjorie Parker, coordinator of Multicultural and International Student Affairs, is one of the members ...
Students train to be better leaders
Maiah Woodring, Staff Reporter
March 19, 2019
High school students from across the state of Louisiana received leadership training from presenters and university alumni at the second annual "EvolveU" conference. The leadership training was held at the Student Union Ballroom on March 15 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Attendees were educated on topics...
Understanding Mardi Gras season
Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter
February 27, 2019
To dispel a common misunderstanding about the meaning of Mardi Gras, Multicultural and International Student Affairs hosted a lecture on the history of the holiday. Karen Williams, a former instructor at Louisiana State University, discussed her reason for presenting the lecture. "I wanted to inform...
Conference leading the way
Erica Welter, Staff Reporter
February 19, 2019
The university invites students from Louisiana and surrounding areas for a one-day high school leadership conference. Sophomores, juniors and seniors can participate in “EvolveU” to improve their leadership skills. “The objective of the conference is to train and develop high school students to be pro...
A disco sparks student engagement
Diamond Hollins, Staff Reporter
February 1, 2019
The Office for Student Engagement owned up to its name by hosting a "Silent Disco" to promote student involvement. The disco was held on Jan. 31 from 7-11 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom. Arranging the event involved collaboration with the Student Government Association, Campus Activities Board...
