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The Lion's Roar

Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Christina Cutura, a senior forward, is the highest scoring player of the season with a total of seven goals. Cutura scored three goals and her second hat trick of the season in the “Senior Night” game against Nicholls State University.

Soccer high scorer: Christina Cutura

Annie Goodman, Editor-In-Chief October 31, 2018

With seven goals scored this season, Christina Cutura is the highest scoring player on the Lady Lions soccer team. “Christina has been a true team player this year by taking on a new position in her...

Jamil Spriggs, Joshua Madere and Donald “Lane” Macaluso are members of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. Madere was recognized as the September Pike of the Month by the international office. Madere is a junior business administration major who joined Pike in Spring 2018.

Madere named International Pike of the Month

Annie Goodman, Editor-In-Chief October 30, 2018

For the month of September, Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity announced Joshua Madere of the university chapter as the Pike of the Month. Madere, a junior business administration major, described...

Left to right, College Republican panelists Caleb Kerstens, Mollie Millet and Hayden Porter participate in political discussions held at “Blue Meets Red.”

Going into the polls

Jacob Summerville, Staff Reporter October 29, 2018

Local and state elections are next week, and two students at the university have been active participants leading up to Nov. 6. Vice President of College Republicans Mollie Millet, a sophomore political...

Stashia Liegl, a freshman psychology major, dresses as an asylum patient in the“Haunted House” put on by Campus Activities Board.

Campus Haunted House

Diamond Hollins, Staff Reporter October 29, 2018

The Campus Activities Board tackles phobias and fears to spook students with this year’s “Haunted House.” The “Haunted House” will take place on Oct. 29-31 from 7-10 p.m. with the line starting...

Lionette Olivia Joanos performs a routine for the crowd at Strawberry Stadium. Lionettes and cheerleaders raise Lion spirit for athletic events both on- and off-campus.

Behind the scenes of Lion spirit

Johnathan Zeringue, Staff Reporter October 24, 2018

As the official spirit squads of the university, the Lionettes and cheerleaders support the athletic teams at on-campus and off-campus events. The university’s cheerleaders and Lionettes work together...

University Police Offer Michael Aleman aims to serve the university in his role on campus. His enjoyment of community events contributed to his reasons for joining the police force.

A day in the life of Michael Aleman

Jacob Summerville, Staff Reporter October 23, 2018

Service, education and protection to the university are the three main goals of the University Police Department. But how did they get to their position and why do the officers stick with it? University...

2018 Young Alumnus of the Year Joni Smith speaks with one of the students at Westside Junior High in her role as administrative assistant. Smith was also named the 2017 Louisiana State Teacher of the Year.

Smith’s journey to success

Johnathan Zeringue, Staff Reporter October 22, 2018

2018 Young Alumnus of the Year Joni Smith, administrative assistant at Westside Junior High School, is among those who agree that success is not always handed out on a silver platter. “I experienced...

Madison Wilson appears to stab Tyler Page in “Fear of Death." Hammond Horror Festival kicked off with “Seven Frightening Phobias,” a play in seven parts where production is limited to 24 hours.

24 hours of theatrical horror

Zachary Araki, A&E Editor October 22, 2018

With roughly 50 people, Alpha Psi Omega condensed a theatre production into 24 hours to kick off the “Hammond Horror Festival.” President of APO Taylor Meng, a junior English education major, served...

 The annual “Hammond Horror Fest” features a 24-hour theatre event and a “Macabre Showcase.”  The event plans to conjure horror in all those who attend.

Bring on the fright at ‘Hammond Horror Fest’

Diamond Hollins, Staff Reporter October 16, 2018

“Hammond Horror Fest” plans to scare attendees for its eighth year in a row. The two-day event will feature the “7 Frightening Phobias” play on Oct. 19 in the Pottle Auditorium from 8-10 p.m.,...

2018 Homecoming King Cedric L. Dent, a senior social work major, and 2018 Homecoming Queen Da’Jon Beard, a junior early childhood education major, hug on the field after having their names called as the new king and queen.

New Monarchs

Annie Goodman, Editor-in-Chief October 15, 2018

The coronation of the 2018 Homecoming king and queen at Saturday’s game recognized Cedric L. Dent Jr. and Da’Jon Beard respectively. “Being Homecoming queen means a lot to me because I know that...

The “Spirit of the Southland” Marching Band allows students to perform at university games regardless of the student’s major.

Sound for the sports

Jacob Summerville, Staff Reporter October 8, 2018

What do Neil Armstrong, Gwen Stefani, Andy Griffith, Steven Tyler and Bill Clinton all have in common? All these famous individuals were once a part of their school’s marching band. Since its reappearance...

Producing “Dracula” met some obstacles, but work from the entire team including actors, costume designers and set designers led to the play’s performance.

Dracula: How the show goes on

Gerard Borne, Staff Reporter October 1, 2018

Over 50 students and staff members collaborated to produce “Dracula” in the Vonnie Borden Theatre for Fanfare. The play was performed from Sept. 25-28 and was adapted for the stage and directed...

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