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The Lion's Roar

The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Students with masks sit in the designated eating area of the Student Union to eat lunch during the first week of the Fall 2021 semester. Southeastern's campus mask mandate remains in place following Gov. Edwards' announcement on Oct. 26 to lift the statewide mandate.

Head to Head: A campus-wide mask mandate does not make sense

Dylan Meche, Opinions Editor November 2, 2021

This past Tuesday, Governor John Bel Edwards made the long-overdue decision to once again repeal Louisiana’s mask mandate.  Our university, and almost every single other university in the state for...

Manestream podcast: The Lion’s Den Sports Talk Show S1:E3

Gerard Borne and Chase Gispert, Editor-in-Chief and Staff Reporter November 1, 2021

The Lion's Den Sports Talk Show S1E3. In this week's episode of The Lion's Den Sports Talk Show, Gerard and Chase cast NFL Week 8 predictions. Along with week 8 predictions, Gerard and Chase also discuss...

SLU quarterback Cole Kelley and his teammates celebrate after scoring a touchdown against the Cowboys on Saturday night.

Lions football pushes past Cowboys, extends win streak to 6

Chase Gispert, Staff Reporter October 31, 2021

Lions football now has six wins under its belt after defeating the McNeese Cowboys 23-20 last night in Strawberry Stadium. The 38th edition of this in-state rivalry game did not disappoint. Southeastern...

A student steps in front of Consuming Fire preacher holding a "Treat People With Kindness" cardboard sign outside of the Student Union.

Preachers vs Protesters: Conflicting beliefs lead to debates on campus

Austin O'Brien, Staff Reporter October 27, 2021

Preachers from Consuming Fire Fellowship arrived on campus to share their beliefs with the student body on Tuesday, Oct. 26.  The group, which has been a frequent visitor on campus, was met with large...

The Nu Delta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority stands with the three speakers of the "Unspoken Voices" seminar. In the front row, the speakers from left to right are Marcela Spicuzza, Paige Moody and Jessica McMillian.

Nu Delta brings awareness to the impact of uncontrolled emotions

Austin O'Brien, Staff Reporter October 26, 2021

The Nu Delta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority hosted an event seminar called “Unspoken Voices,” where students listened to speakers talk about ways to help keep their emotions under control in...

The Center for Student Excellence gets into the Fall spirit with decorations in their Student Union Annex office.

In most circumstances, it’s okay for adults to celebrate Halloween

Austin O'Brien, Staff Reporter October 26, 2021

When thinking about Halloween, the most commonly associated activity with the holiday is trick-or-treating.  Many people, including myself, have good memories of going from house to house in our neighborhoods...

Senior biological sciences and general studies double major Leigh Moore rehearse with stage partner Payton Core. "The House on Haunted Hill" will be opening on Oct. 29 at the Columbia Theatre.

A bone-chilling play: “The House on Haunted Hill” opening Oct. 29

Chloe Williams, Staff Reporter October 26, 2021

Despite the main stage of the Columbia Theatre suffering from water damage from Hurricane Ida, the theatre will be opening its spooky fall play production, “The House on Haunted Hill” on Friday, Oct....

The Lady Lions huddle up during the Oct. 21 match against Nicholls State University.

Last week in sports: Oct. 18-25

Gerard Borne, Editor-in-Chief October 25, 2021

Win, win, win and win is all the Lions football team has done this season after winning their fifth straight game, 51-14, this weekend over Southland foe Northwestern State University.  After entering...

Head Coach Jeremy White speaks with players between sets during Thursday's game against Nicholls State University.

Lady Lions set to bounce back following Nicholls defeat

Austin O'Brien, Staff Reporter October 22, 2021

The Lady Lions volleyball team played the Nicholls State University Colonels last night and lost the match 0-3. The game, held in the University Center, was close in all three sets of the match, but...

Manestream podcast: The Lion’s Den Sports Talk Show S1:E2

Gerard Borne and Chase Gispert, Editor-in-Chief and Staff Reporter October 21, 2021

The Lion’s Den Sports Talk Show S1:E2 In this week's episode of The Lion's Den Sports Talk Show, Chase and Gerard recap NFL week 6, preview week 7 of Fantasy Football and even cast mid-season Super...

Manestream podcast: The Lion’s Den Sports Talk Show S1:E1

Gerard Borne and Chase Gispert, Editor-in-Chief and Staff Reporter October 19, 2021

The Lion's Den Sports Talk Show S1:E1

Jonte Lee (right), a 2003 graduate, is recognized as the Distinguished Alumnus for the College of Science and Technology at the Alumni Awards Evening on Oct. 15 in the Student Union Ballroom.

Alums recognized at 2021 Alumni Awards Evening

Chloe Williams, Staff Reporter October 19, 2021

Southeastern alumni gathered in the Student Union Ballroom to be recognized for their accomplishments as alums on Friday, Oct. 15.  The night began with fellow alumni mingling before enjoying dinner...

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