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The Lion's Roar

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

Dasyonne Brashear

Representing for the culture: What Black History Month means to me

Dasyonne Brashear, Staff Reporter February 8, 2022

To me, Black History Month means finally being able to celebrate my culture. This is the month African Americans get to draw attention to all the achievements and progress we have made. In elementary...

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Head to Head: Tom Holland is the most dynamic Spider-Man

Brynn Lundy, Co-Editor January 24, 2022

At this point, I’m not sure if this is an unpopular opinion or not. Either way, I have no doubt or hesitation in putting this out there: Tom Holland has been the best actor cast for the role of Spider-Man. His...

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Head to Head: Why Andrew Garfield is the most amazing Spider-Man

Austin O'Brien, Staff Reporter January 24, 2022

Warning: Spoilers ahead for “The Amazing Spider-Man” and “The Amazing Spider-Man 2.” The comic book character Spider-Man is one of my favorite superheroes of all time, and Andrew Garfield is...

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Head to Head: Tobey Maguire is the best Spider-Man

Dylan Meche, Opinions Editor January 24, 2022

With the release of “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” the ever-intense debate over the best on-screen portrayal of the web-slinging superhero has been renewed.  Superhero movies, and movies in general...

Head to Head: Thanksgiving should have its time to shine

Head to Head: Thanksgiving should have its time to shine

Austin O'Brien, Staff Reporter November 9, 2021

Have you ever walked into a mall, looked out into the decorations at a certain time of the year, and thought that maybe shops and businesses are overdoing it with the Christmas decorations being out too...

According to a report by PRNewswire, 43% of Christmas consumers start decorating before the week of Thanksgiving.

Head to Head: Thanksgiving can be jolly too

Brynn Lundy, Copy Editor November 8, 2021

For some reason, people seem to think it is unacceptable to decorate for Christmas prior to Thanksgiving.   The more I think about it, the more I wonder, “What is so bad about getting into the Christmas...

Taleya Jordan, junior music major, walks into the Southeastern Wesley for the first Queer Communion meeting on Oct. 6. Jordan created Queer Communion and leads the bible study meetings every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. to foster a welcoming environment for queer Christians.

What would Jesus do? He would love first

Brynn Lundy, Copy Editor October 12, 2021

I am a Christian. It is an essential and primary aspect of my identity.  I fully recognize that not everyone identifies that way, but I still know and believe that everyone is loved by God.  Unfortunately,...

Chloe Williams

Girls and guys can be just friends

Chloe Williams, Staff Reporter September 28, 2021

When it comes to platonic relationships between girls and guys, many people have varying opinions.  Some believe that at least one person is attracted to the other, or that most guys are only friends...

Los Angeles Lakers LeBron James dribbles the ball during the first half of the teams NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings on Friday, April 30, 2021, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

What was the point, LeBron?

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief May 5, 2021

In this time in our country when everyone is divided in some way or reason, the most renowned athlete in American sports has caused an even greater divide. LeBron James had previously tweeted “You’re...

Assignments during dead week are overwhelming

Assignments during dead week are overwhelming

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter May 4, 2021

We are now in the midst of what is known as “dead week,” which despite its name, is the busiest week of the entire semester.  Not only are students studying for finals, but they are also most likely...

Choosing between an unpaid internship and sanity

Choosing between an unpaid internship and sanity

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter March 7, 2021

Between school, studying, work and a small amount of leisure time, working an unpaid internship is impossible.  I believe that, in some cases, offering an unpaid internship is appropriate. For example:...

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