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The Lion's Roar

The Official Student News Media of Southeastern Louisiana University

The Lion's Roar

Director Osgood Perkins' second film "The Monkey" follows a pair of brothers dealing with a murderous toy monkey. (2025)

OPINION | “The Monkey” twists horror with a dash of comedy

Sean Hoffman, Assistant Sports Editor April 8, 2025

Recently, the film industry has produced more horror movies featuring possessed or evil toys that come to life and kill people. While these films are all structured on the same premise, “The Monkey”...

Soloists shine in spring concert

Ian Stewart, Opinions Editor April 7, 2025

The SLU Chamber Orchestra performed its spring concert on March 26 in Pottle Auditorium, led by conductor and associate professor of violin Victor Correa-Cruz.  The symphony orchestra played pieces...

A student sits outside Meade Hall. (April 7, 2025)

SLU earns recognition from recent college rankings

Kate Oborina, Staff Reporter April 7, 2025

Southeastern Louisiana University earned recognition in several categories from the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. SLU President Dr. William Wainwright shared his insight about SLU’s...

Women's history, in March and every month, should be dedicated to every woman.

OPINION | All women deserved flowers and praise for Women’s History Month

Roselyn Rivas, Social Media Editor-in-Training April 1, 2025

Since 1995, American presidents have issued an annual proclamation designating March as “Women’s History Month.” However, the acknowledgment was not always a month; instead, starting in 1978, it...

The cast of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" comes together after performing a musical number.

Spelling bee play D-E-L-I-G-H-T-S audiences

Eva Saladino, A&E Editor April 1, 2025

Southeastern Theatre presented the Tony Award-winning musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on March 21, 22, 28 and 29 at the Columbia Theatre.  The show was produced alongside the...

Raynia Johnson and her fiber art poem Outside In at the juried student exhibition.

Students showcase original art at juried exhibition

Yumi Domangue, Graphics Editor April 1, 2025

The Contemporary Art Gallery held the opening reception of the annual juried student exhibition last Tuesday to showcase works submitted by students. The submissions were selected by visual art juror...

Ann Carruth, the Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, is among the first to use the new VR technology in Tinsley.

Tinsley unveils new VR learning lab

Kate Oborina, Staff Reporter April 1, 2025

On March 18, the Tinsley Learning Center launched the Stellar VR Learning Lab. Tinsley held an event to unveil the new lab, and attendees learned more about VR technology. The event marks the official...

SGA President Kyle Hidalgo speaks to attendees at the remembrance ceremony for Keishell Young.

SGA holds remembrance ceremony for Keishell Young

Roselyn Rivas, Social Media Editor-in-Training March 28, 2025

On Thursday, March 27, the Southeastern community came together to honor Keishell Young with a candlelit remembrance ceremony, who passed on Sunday, March 23, due to health complications. Young’s family...

Hammond's 2025 open municipal primary election will take place on Saturday, March 29.

Four constitutional amendments headline weekend election

Lindsay Miller, News Editor March 28, 2025

Polls for the municipal primary election open at 7 a.m. on Saturday, March 29. There are four proposed amendments to our state’s constitution on the ballot. In Tangipahoa Parish, there will also be...

The 2025 SGA elections run from Monday, March 24-Wednesday, March 26.

Students’ guide to the 2025 SGA spring elections

Lindsay Miller, News Editor March 24, 2025

The SGA spring elections for the big three and senator positions began today, March 24, and will conclude Wednesday, March 26.  The only candidate running for SGA president is Maria Nechaeva, a sophomore...

SGA Chief Justice candidates Raydan Riley and Kayla Edwards speak to students during the Meet the Candidates forum in the Student Union Breezeway.

2025 SGA candidates share positions during meet and greet

Taisia Bolsova, Staff Reporter March 24, 2025

Students met with candidates for the 2025 SGA elections at the Meet the Candidates forum, which was held last Thursday, March 20, in the Student Union Breezeway.  Starting with an initial presentation...

A student passed on Sunday evening in St. Tammany Hall. (Monday, March 24, 2025)

Student passes in St. Tammany Hall

Kennith Woods, Editor-in-Chief March 24, 2025

The University Police Department is investigating a student death in St. Tammany Hall last night. President Dr. William Wainwright released a statement to students and faculty this morning. According to...

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