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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

Neal Browning receives a shot in the first-stage safety study clinical trial of a potential vaccine for COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, Monday, March 16, 2020, at the Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute in Seattle. Browning is the second patient to receive the shot in the study.

Louisiana Department of Health releases COVID-19 cases by institution

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter October 7, 2020

The Louisiana Department of Health has released data concerning the total number of COVID-19 cases for each institution of higher education in Louisiana. As of Oct. 7, Southeastern has a total of 78...

Located next to Strawberry Stadium, the Contemporary Art Gallery is a part of the Department of Visual Art + Design. The upcoming exhibit will feature the works of New Orleans artist Ruth Owens. Visitors are required to wear face coverings inside the gallery and are asked to maintain a six-feet distance from each other while inside.

New Orleans artist Ruth Owens to be featured in Contemporary Art Gallery

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter October 6, 2020

While the Contemporary Art Gallery is often used to showcase student works, it also features works from other artists. From Oct. 8-29, the gallery will host a collection titled “Black Outdoors: Crossing...

Combatting the spread of COVID-19 with virtual final exams

Combatting the spread of COVID-19 with virtual final exams

Gabrielle Wood, Staff Reporter October 6, 2020

Before the semester began, the university announced that students will be taking finals remotely during the week of Nov. 30-Dec. 4. This has raised concerns for many. Laura Latino, director of the Office...

Resident Assistants are still required to hold virtual programs for their student residents for the Fall 2020 semester. The RAs in Washington Hall put up a flyer in the lobby to advertise a Bingo game for the evening of Oct. 5. Brynn Lundy/The Lion’s Roar

RAs adjust program planning during the pandemic

Brynn Lundy, Staff Reporter October 6, 2020

Throughout the semester, resident assistants are required to plan programs each month for residential students. For the Fall 2020 semester, those events and their planning may look different due to...

The university’s department received the title ‘Nursing School of the Year.’ The award honors the program’s achievements.

Nursing school receives the Nightingale award

Jordyn Franklin, Staff Reporter October 5, 2020

The university’s nursing department recently received the title of ‘Nursing School of the Year’ for its undergraduate degree program. The title is also referred to as the Nightingale Award, an...

A poster outside of the Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts showcases the theatre’s upcoming season of performances. Throughout the month of October, shows held at the Columbia will be a part of Fanfare.

Celebration of the arts kicks off in October

Maggie Tregre, Staff Reporter September 29, 2020

Every October, the university hosts a celebration of culture and the arts known as Fanfare. In addition to performances and showcases that take place on campus, the Columbia Theatre for the Performing...

Sign posts in the University Health Center advise students to wear masks and sanitize their hands. Several university stations instruct students to be cautious of their actions to combat the spread of COVID-19.

University lays out preparation in case of outbreak

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter September 29, 2020

As the fall semester nears its halfway point, the university has avoided an outbreak of COVID-19. Faculty and staff have continued working to prevent one, but they have plans in place should an outbreak...

Sorority members address sexual assault on campus

Sorority members address sexual assault on campus

Symiah Dorsey, Staff Reporter September 28, 2020

Discussions of sexual assault on campus have peaked in the past weeks due to surveys circulating within the Greek Life community. On Sept. 17, the university released an announcement via mass email,...

The university recently released a new framework for campus operations under phase three guidelines. While there will not be significant changes, some easing of restrictions will occur.

New guidelines for campus operation

Jordyn Franklin, Staff Reporter September 28, 2020

Effective Sept. 11, Louisiana moved into phase three of reopening as a result of a positive trend in COVID-19 data. In response, the university released a framework for campus operations under phase...

The Southeastern Channel’s show “College Night” won Best Video Comedy from College Broadcasters, Inc. The Department of Communication and Media Studies provides students an opportunity to work in a professional environment through avenues such as the Southeastern Channel.

Communication majors face a sudden change in curriculum

Daniel McClain, Staff Reporter September 23, 2020

Days after the drop/add period, the Department of Communication and Media Studies released changes to the curriculum. Communication majors are now required to choose a field of concentration. The new...

University alumnus James Gillette displayed his art in the 2020 Senior Exhibition, along with the works of Timothy Johnson and Belinda Flores-Shinshilla. Nine graduates currently have their work on display in the gallery through Sept. 29.

Spring 2020 visual arts alumni present Senior Exhibition despite pandemic

Elana Guillory, Staff Reporter September 22, 2020

A pandemic could not stop spring seniors from presenting their annual Senior Art Exhibition at the university’s Contemporary Art Gallery. From Sept. 8-29, work by 2020 alumni Belinda Flores Shinshillas,...

With an increase of online classes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, cheating has become an increased concern. Students are facing increased difficulties connecting with classmates due to these concerns.

Students share concerns about cheating in online classes

Dylan Meche, Staff Reporter September 22, 2020

As the university continues to adapt to changing circumstances, methods of cheating are changing along with them. Due to the abundance of online classes, cheating has become an increased concern. Students...

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