NOVEMBER 15, 2016 VOLUME 88, ISSUE 13
’ THE LION S ROAR S O U T H E A S T E R N L O U I S IA NA U N I V E R S I T Y
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Arts & Entertainment Page 4
Sports Page 6
News Page 8
Lions conquer the Wildcats BY JONATHAN RHODES Staff Reporter
The final game in Strawberry Stadium for the seniors of the Lions football team ended with a 31-19 victory against conference rival Abilene Christian Wildcats. The Senior Day victory gives the Lions a 6-4 overall record and possibly their third winning season in the past four seasons. “Hard fought football game,” said Head Coach Ron Roberts. “We knew coming that they had been playing some really good football. Thought we had chances to pull away, but we just didn’t get the points when we got down there at times. Our hats off to them. They played hard, but our guys did what they had to do to get the win.” Thirty minutes prior to the game, the seniors of the team were honored with their families in the middle of the field. “Those seniors have done a fabulous job,” said Roberts. “We’ve had some seniors who have played well. We really appreciate what they have done for Southeastern Athletics and the football program. I hope we can turn around next week and get one more win for them.” The seniors on the team are
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Donate toys for children BY WILLIAM SCHMIDT Editor in Chief
practicing everyday. Gameday in Strawberry Stadium, I’m going to miss that.” Alo threw for 293 yards and
Alpha Kappa Delta will be hosting their first “Holiday Toy Drive” to support children in need for Christmas. Tomorrow and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., AKD will be tabling outside the Student Union to collect toy donations. However, the toy drive will continue until Dec. 1. The goal of this drive is to help children affected by the flooding that took place earlier this year with a specific parish in mind. “Livingston Parish was hit hard during the flooding that occurred in August 2016 and a lot of families lost everything they have,” said AKD President Martha Sibley, an applied sociology graduate student with a concentration in globalization and sustainability. “Every year, the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s
see FOOTBALL pg. 6
see TOY DRIVE pg. 8
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The Lions have won their Senior Day game and will have the opportunity to finish their third winning season in the past four seasons. To complete this feat, the Lions must defeat the Nicholls State Colonels in the River Bell Classic which the Lions lost last year in Strawberry Stadium. quarterbacks Justin Alo and D’Shaie Landor, running backs Rasheed Harrell and Kaelyn Henderson, fullback Juwaan Rogers, wide receivers Brandon Acker and Da’Quan Smith,
defensive back Will Hines, linebackers Tre’ Bennett and Caleb Young, offensive linemen Justin Barksdale and Taylor Gadbois, defensive linemen Miki Fangatua, Anthony Murphy, Javari Nichols,
Solomon Parker, Jon Taylor and Trent Williams. “I tried not to get in my emotions,” said Rogers. “It was a bittersweet moment. I’m gonna miss playing in the stadium and
Tea with ‘Farewell’ Miss Southeastern 2016 and ‘hello’ 2017 Cinderella BY WILLIAM SCHMIDT
BY MORGAN LEDET Copy Editor
Cinderella spent her Saturday having tea with the Hammond community and invited Snow White and Sleeping Beauty to join. On Nov. 12, Cinderella had pumpkin tea in the Pennington to benefit The Restoration House Pregnancy Resource Center in Hammond. At the event, guests were treated to tea, sandwiches and sweets and children were even given their own pumpkin to decorate. “I think it is so nice,” said Tonya Martin, an attendee who accompanied her granddaughter. “It is very well done, especially for the little children. She is loving it. The activities were good to keep them busy. She hasn’t stopped since she got here.” see PUMPKIN TEA pg. 8
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A farewell to Miss Southeastern 2016 Alexis LaPlante is to occur before the crowning of Miss Southeastern 2017. Tonight, invited guests will say a “thank you” and “farewell” to LaPlante, a senior kinesiology major who feels honored after her year’s reign. “I would like to say ‘thank you’ to everyone who followed and supported me this year,” said LaPlante. “Being Miss Southeastern has been the greatest honor, and I am so proud to have represented a university that is so special and filled with even more special people. Thank you, Southeastern, for allowing me to be your representative this year. It has been a pleasure serving you.” LaPlante has not only served for the university but the community as well. Some of her fondest memories come from promoting her platform which was to work towards abolishing
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Miss Southeastern 2016 Alexis LaPlante will have her farewell banquet before the crowning of the New Miss Southeastern on Saturday, Nov. 19. Miss Southeastern holds her title for a year and represents the university at various events while promoting her platform chosen before her reign. all forms of modern-day slavery. “I have made so many memories this year, but I will never forget my time at Hope House,” said LaPlante. “Being
able to meet with survivors of human trafficking was a life changing and eye opening experience. These moments have given me a new ministry
and a new heart of servitude that I know will follow me the rest of my life.” As Miss Southeastern, LaPlante has had the chance
to grow and change for the better and believes that this could happen for anyone who
BY NIKISUN SHRESTHA
Wednesday, Nov. 9. The players were happy to see a healthy turnout and stressed the importance of fans coming to support them during the games. “When you try to change the culture of the program, it’s very important that you get the fans involved,” said guard and forward Davon Hayes. “It was a good turnout. I heard some of the players say it’s been the best turnout since they’ve been here. So, it’s good to get the fans put here.” Taylin Underwood, a guard for the women’s basketball team, was also happy with the outcome of the event. “I think it’s very important to get the fans pumped up about coming and enjoying watching us play, watch us win,” said Underwood. “Compared to last year, I think this was a lot better.
I think interacting with the students would be a lot helpful.” Head Coach of the women’s basketball team, Errol Gauff, expects the fans to keep coming out in large numbers throughout the season. “Our students, that’s who the teams represent,” said Gauff. “Win, lose, draw, our team’s gonna play hard to represent them. So it’s great that they came out as a sign of support. Come on, have fun at the games, cheer, laugh, get excited like you did tonight.” The event featured an around the world shooting contest where the winners won a 32 inch smart TV. A co-ed scrimmage between the men’s and women’s basketball team was also held. A student shootout for
see MISS SOUTHEASTERN pg. 8
Full Court Fest connects basketball players with their fans Staff Reporter
The ninth annual Full Court Fest was held last week at the University Center to mark the beginning of the new basketball season. The event was also an opportunity for the fans to connect with the players and to get prizes. “It’s an introduction to basketball season to introduce our men and women basketball team,” said Lindsey Cramer, Coordinator of Student Marketing and Promotions. “This is an event where our students and athletes come together. We market it out to students by giving out free T-shirts and food and giving out Nikisun Shrestha/The Lion’s Roar large prizes, so they can interact Full Court Fest attracted students and fans from all over to Strawberry Stadium to get a preview of the men’s and women’s with our basketball players.” basketball teams for the upcoming season. The fans were treated with cash and prizes at the event. The event was held on
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The next issue of The Lion’s Roar newspaper will be released on Dec. 6. Thanksgiving break is Nov. 23-25.
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Alpha Sigma Tau presents Mr. Green and Gold BY BRESHON FOSTER Staff Reporter
Alpha Sigma Tau sorority hosted its 3rd annual fund raising event, the Mr. Green and Gold pageant. The pageant was held Wednesday, Nov. 9 in the Student Union Theater at 6 p.m. “The purpose of the pageant is to give everyone a break,” said Nina Begue, AST Director of Fund raising. “We want to get more involved at Southeastern and give the students a night where you can take a break from the work, come have fun and enjoy themselves.” The profits of the fundraiser went to AST for the betterment of their sorority and other important factors. “The profits are going to things such as fixing up the sorority house, providing education for our members and helping with the alumni chapter,” said Amber McGrath, a senior biology major. Audience members and sorority members were already excited about the pageant before it began. “I feel it’s going to be successful,” said McGrath. “We have eight wonderful contestants.” The pageant consisted of multiple categories that the contestants had to participate in: casual, talent, beach attire and formal. Last year’s winner, Christian Owens, a sophomore criminal justice major, felt as though it was important to crown this year’s Mr. Green and Gold. “It’s really an honor to be able to pass the torch to someone else,” said Owens. “They will represent the ladies of Alpha Sigma Tau. It’s a bittersweet moment to let go of the crown even though it didn’t fit my head.’” Owens passed the crown to Brandon Fogg, a senior sports management major. Fogg was nervous but also excited about being crowned as the new Mr. Green and Gold. “I was really nervous, but it’s a great experience just getting the opportunity to have fun and be forever linked in a way with the women of Alpha Sigma Tau,” said Fogg. Fogg believed that his dancing for his talent performance was the key to winning the crowd over.
“My strongest category was definitely the talent because I didn’t have to worry about stuttering,” said Fogg. “I was able just to cut loose and do my thing.” There was not much change in this year’s pageant since the past years. “Everything is pretty much the same,” said Begue. “Only thing is different is the judges, and we had more contestants last year.” Even though Fogg was crowned Mr. Green and Gold all contestants left with a gift bag made by the ladies of AST. “In the gift baskets we have our Mr. Green and Gold, T-shirt for the year, a pair of sunglasses that said AST on them, a treat bag and a thank you card,” said Begue. Audience members left the event laughing and excited. “I was laughing the whole time,” said Krystal Waddell, a sophomore accounting major. “Supporting the Greek community is very important.” There are not many requirements to become Mr. Green and Gold. “You just have to be a male at Southeastern,” Breshon Foster/ The Lion’s Roar said Begue. “Fill out the application, and pay the Bottom right, contestants of the Mr. Green and Gold Pageant gather on the stage to see who will take the crown. On the application fee. After that, you’re ready to go.” For more information on the Mr. Green and Gold left, senior sports management major, Brandon Fogg takes the crown of the Mr. Green and Gold hosted by The Sigma Gama Tau sorority . Bottom left, Fogg showcases his swim wear, he is dressed as Scooba Steve from the movie “Big Daddy”. pageant, visit southeastern.alphasigmatau.org.
MADD Dash to end Spring semester brings training for new Orientation Leaders drinking and driving BY MORGAN LEDET Staff Reporter
BY NIKISUN SHRESTHA Staff Reporter
Alpha Omicron Pi and Delta Tau Delta are joining hands to organize MADD Dash on Saturday, Nov. 19. The event is organized with hopes of creating awareness of drunk driving and the serious consequences which arise from it. “This event consists of a 5k glow run around North Oak Park and throughout our very own Southeastern campus,” said Maggie Hinson, Philanthropy Chairman of AOII. “AOII and Delta Tau Delta have hosted this event for several years now as a way to support the organization of M.A.D.D. (Mothers Against Drunk Driving).” A tragic incident sparked the motivation for organizing the event. “MADD Dash is held in hold of our sister Beth Boudreaux who was hit and killed by a drunk driver,” said Taylor Drude, President of AOII. The incident led AOII to support the initiative of M.A.D.D. and they are continuing the trend of hosting the event this year. “We have been big supporters of this organization ever since one of our own sisters was killed by a drunk driver in the past,” said Hinson. The run starts at North Oak Park, goes
through Greek village and campus and then ends where it started. Prizes are given to the men and women who finish in the top three positions. The entire event is from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., but the actual race will not start until after 7 p.m. The event welcomes everyone interested in running for this noble cause. “Anyone can participate in this event,” said Hinson. “The more people that we have, the more money raised for this great organization. It’s going to be so much fun.” The event has been supported by other franchises along with the Greek community. “This year Pizza Hut asked to volunteer to sell pizzas,” said Hinson. “All of the proceeds go to the M.A.D.D. organization.” Participants are encouraged to be creative and bring their accessories for the event. A blacklight dance party will follow the race. Participants will also be handed out refreshments after the race ends. “For the race, the runners wear all types of glow accessories, such as glow sticks, glow necklaces, and even glow paint,” said Hinson. “After the race, we are feeding everyone who participates in the event.” Anyone interested can send an email to margaret.hinson@selu.edu or can sign up through the link on eventbrite.com and buy a ticket to run in the event. Registration for the event will be held at North Oak Park.
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Honors/Languages and Communication Senior Colloquium Fall 2016 Graduation senior communication students will be presenting their senior thesis in front of faculty, staff, students and guests at the colloquium. When:
Thursday, Dec. 1 5:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Opening and Pinning in Vonnie Borden; sessions in rooms throughout D Vickers.
Sports Management Associations
It’s that of year again. Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7 a.m., the Sports Management Association teams up with The
Restoration House to bring to you The Fourth Annual XEROX Reindeer 5K and Fun Run. Race day registration is from 7-8 a.m. All proceeds will go to The Restoration House of Ponchatoula.
As a student gets accepted to the university, they need to sign up for orientation where an Orientation Leader takes them through a day filled with learning about the university. The time has come, and the 2017 Orientation Leaders have been selected. While looking at the applicants, there are certain things that admissions looks for when searching for Orientation Leaders. “We look for students who will be able to represent the population of Southeastern,” said Keslie Smith, assistant director of admissions. “We try to get a very diverse group of students who have positive attitudes and are strong academic leaders.” While they do search for students who are outgoing, Smith explains they look at a student’s individuality. “There isn’t one thing that stands out,” said Smith. “We look at each person as an individual to see what they can bring to the team. You don’t want an entire team of loud ‘cheerleaders.’ You need those that are silent leaders as well.” Orientation Leaders not only show students around campus,
but they show new students what it is like to be a lion. “I think that it means someone who loves to help others and is dedicated to Southeastern,” said Smith. “The Orientation Leaders become the ‘face’ of Southeastern, the majority of the time, the Orientation Leaders are the first students that the beginning freshmen will meet on campus. We want them to be able to display what it means to be a Southeastern student. The Orientation Leaders are really dedicated to their school work and they know that academics come first.” As an Orientation Leader, there is a training process that begins in the spring semester where they will learn valuable information. “We meet for these training sessions every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the spring semester,” said Smith. “Once the summer semester begins, they will host seven orientation programs: one summer school program for students beginning the summer semester, five summer orientation programs for students beginning the fall semester and one fall orientation program right before school begins. These orientation programs take place every Wednesday and Thursday. However, they work with us
Monday through Thursday to prep for each week.” The 2017 Orientation Leaders that have been selected are Taryn Arcement, Jody Bennett, Jasmine Bickham, Cierra Calloway, Brianna Carter, Zoe Clement, Ruby Cramer, Alexus Dillon, Dylan Domangue, Amber Grace Garrard, Tia Harris, Jaycie Jones, Daryl Julien, Sakeena Kadri, Ali LeBourgeois, Selena LeMaire, Aesha Magee, Jill Munchausen, Trenton Nichols, La’vel Phillips, Earl Poole, Tevin Pugh, Benjamin Reaux, Wesley Romano, John Sartori, Imari Simmons, Harlan Thorpe, Kayleigh Tutt, Alberto Valenzuela, Brian Williams and Camry Williams. If a student would like to apply to be an Orientation Leader for 2018, they can fill out an online application. “Students first will fill out the online application, then attend one of our group interview sessions and finally, this year, they will submit a video showing us what they love about Southeastern,” said Smith. “The group interview really allows us to see how well they can speak in front of others. This is the first year that we have asked them to provide us with a video, and we were really able to see their personalities and creativity.”
OPINIONS
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Be the change that America needs for this upcoming year William Schmidt Editor in Chief
Next week will be Thanksgiving break and I think it is time for everyone to relax, chill and really think about the direction of our future. I know it is typical for everyone to really want to make those New Year’s resolutions, but what we do today will determine what will happen next year. We have a new President-elect, that happened. Where we go from here is up to us. I believe everyone needs to remember the important things in life, something that I think we forgot in the process of this year’s election. Nov. 11 was Veterans Day. This is something that I do not believe enough people remembered. I know that in the Student Union Breezeway a group was giving out free food for those who wrote out a card for a veteran a few days before Veterans Day. Salutations and all that jazz for this humbling moment. I am sure that many other events took place to honor those who served. Personally, I do not believe in war, I kind of would rather live with the want of peace on earth, but I’ll still support the troops and honor our veterans. Just because I may not believe what they are fighting for, it does not mean that I will not believe in them or think any less of them. Some of my high school friends are still serving overseas and I am thankful every time they are able to come back
home for a stint. I hope they continue to come home until they are retired veterans. It may be a few days late, but in case you didn’t, take the time to remember our veterans who are alive and served our country during war or peace time. I believe everyone should remember our veterans as human beings regardless of their stance or belief on wars, past or present. Next week will be Thanksgiving. I understand that not everyone agrees with why we celebrate it, but I think we all need to remember something next week, we are alive and that is something we should be thankful for. We all have friends who care about us. If you don’t agree with the origins of Thanksgiving, then don’t celebrate Thanksgiving in the traditional way. But I still encourage you to find a way to be thankful. Hang out with your best friend. Sometimes friends become family. If you have family, even if you don’t get along with them all the time, spend some time with them and just being thankful y’all are still on this earth. If you are from another country or have other beliefs, enjoy the day in your own, personal way. We need to remember what we are thankful for, to see the good that can still be found in the United States of America. See, I don’t know if a new president will make America great or better. Even if we had a different President-elect, I believe that no matter who became president, America would still have issues that it needs to fix. I could fill this entire newspaper with issues that need to be fixed and some solutions that may work,
though they are my opinions. I think everyone needs to really contemplate what happened after the election. I’ve seen so many posts of riots, hate, burning the flag and just negativity, from all sides of the political fence as well as from those who aren’t even political. Hate is not something that needs to continue to fester. America has gone through enough hate through the years already. If America needs fixing, then I suggest spending some time remembering what you are thankful for. I believe in order to make a better America, we need to remember the good in life and strive towards that. Think about what you wanna change and then do something about it, but make sure to hold onto what you are thankful for in the process. What good does it do to change something but lose all the good
you once had in the process? together and enjoying a meal. discussion can come up in an If you feel that a peaceful Also, race, gender and sexuality intellectual manner and you know protest is the best route, then do really need to become obsolete what, it is possible to discuss both that. Just make sure you aren’t because these are just labels that sides without wanting to murder, complaining to complain. Clearly society has created. We may all rape and kill everyone. Has society state what you want and find a believe different ideals, but we really progressed throughout way to see if it is possible to start, can all get along. I fully believe see CHANGE pg. 4 then implement it. Yelling that we that at times religious and political need change isn’t going to help anyone if we have no idea what needs to be changed and what we should do to try and change it. I may not support your cause, but if you aren’t hurting anyone or London yourself, then I’ll support you as a Taylor human being. Staff As for me, what I believe in, Reporter I am honestly tired of all the hate in the world. I know it’s a fool’s dream, but I really want everyone to just get along. I don’t see Living on campus is one of the most exciting moments as a anything wrong with an Atheist, Jew, Muslim, Agnostic, Christian, college student. In my experience, living in a dorm is awesome, but Liberal, Republican, Democrat, there’s only one problem, the noisy people. I find it very rude that Satanist, etc. sitting at a table people can be so inconsiderate when it comes to making a lot of noise. Loud music is one of the primary problems I have with some of the residents, especially my noisy neighbors. I understand that people like to jam out to songs out loud, but come on, the least they can do is keep it at a moderate level. It irks my nerves that I have to be constantly annoyed by all the music and movements that go on in the dormitory. One morning, I had to ask my neighbor to turn her music down because it was too loud. It took more than three knocks just for the girl to open her door. Even though I was getting ready to go to class, I was frustrated because I couldn’t hear “Law and Order: SVU.” I feel that if your music is so loud that I have to turn the volume up on my television I’m a helpful person. I’m willing and still can’t hear it, then you deserve a loud knock on your door. to help anyone in need. That’s my What makes situations like this worse is that I am nice enough not to report the concerns to the Resident Assistant. Yet, people still don’t problem. consider how others may feel about it. A week or so after confronting my neighbors about the loud music, my roommate, Kahne, had to La’Toya Taylor do the same to them. It didn’t take her as many knocks to get their Freshman, Criminal Justice attention as it took me, but she did get her point across, the same as I did. I just don’t understand why it has to take an arm and a leg to I’m a strong leader. I’ve served in a get people to respect others. If you live in a residence hall, I feel as lot of leadership positions, and I’m a though you shouldn’t just think of yourself when you’re about to do something noisy. people’s person. Besides the loud music in the residence halls, there is also another noisy thing that annoys me, loud movement. The girls that live Ryan Miller directly above me make so many loud movements that it’s not even Sophomore, Nursing funny. I can even make a song reference because it’s as if I can hear every little step they take. They stomp so loudly that you would think I would say I’m very caring. I care a lot Big Foot lived above us. So, not only do I have noisy neighbors next about kids and our community. to me, but I also have annoying neighbors above me. Keep in mind that the neighbors above me were reported to the Resident Assistant about the loud stomping, and they still continue Rachel Mendoza to stomp as if they are in a marching band. The point I’m trying to Senior, Middle School Education make is to be considerate when you’re about to do something that is noisy. Be respectful and stop the loud noises.
Campus residents need to be respectful with noise
SPEAK OUT
What positive quality do you see in yourself and why? Perseverance. I had a lot of stuff going on in college and with my family, but I still have time to keep my grades up and be involved. Elizabeth Jarrell Senior, Sociology
I have good study habits. I rewrite all my notes, and I make time for studying. Thomas Williams Freshman, Business Administration
I’d say my positivity. You would be surprised how many people are negative in the world. Tia Alexander Freshman, Early Childhood Education
Individuality is the key to being the best you you can be Morgan Ledet Copy Editor
Individuality is something everyone has. It is something that makes you unique. Being yourself and positive can be very simple but, then again, can be difficult. People say that middle school and your first couple of years in high school are your awkward years. I can honestly vouch for that because in seventh grade I needed braces and didn’t get them off until I was in high school. I never felt like I could smile because of all the metal in my mouth. Now that I look back on that time, my
braces were something that made me unique. Did I think they were ugly? Absolutely, but my teeth are now straight, so shout out to my parents for paying for that very uncomfortable metal. The positive outcome of this was that I now have straight teeth and 16 months of metal in my mouth was worth it. At my current age of 21, I never thought I would have to deal with acne. That is something you normally deal with in your awkward years, but nope, not me. I am dealing with it now. When it appeared on my face just a few short months ago, I thought everyone was looking at it. It is red and it’s ugly. I absolutely hate it, but then I thought to myself why would people be looking at it? Why would they care? It isn’t their face. It is mine, and I have learned to deal with it. I put my medicine on it and go on about
my day. It is something that I have learned is a part of me at this current time. Well, some people may be like me, but I feel like most people resort to makeup. Makeup can obviously cover something up. I have had some family ask why I don’t put makeup on to cover up the acne on my face. My answer is, “I don’t need it.” Plus, all makeup does is irritate the acne. Do not get me wrong. I wear makeup, but only when necessary. Makeup is fake. Makeup is not who you are. I hate putting makeup on because I feel like people don’t see me for who I am. They see the color of my eye shadow or the highlight on my cheek. It saddens me that people feel they need to resort to makeup to feel pretty or more beautiful. Someone should like you for who you are, not for who you are with makeup
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on. I hate to see my friends be so hard on their appearance when that is not what matters. I know what you’re thinking. My next sentence will be very cliché, but in all honesty, I have grown to believe in it. It is not what’s on the outside that matters but what’s on the inside. I want someone to like me for the crazy, funny and bubbly personality I have, not because I look good with makeup on. God has made me who I am without makeup on and I embrace it. I love being me. I don’t wanna be anyone else. I just always want to better myself. I don’t want to be the next Kylie Jenner or the next Angelina Jolie or the next Jennifer Aniston. I wanna be the best Morgan I can be.
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Guitar Ensemble plays in Pottle for fall concert BY
ANNIE GOODMAN
Staff Reporter
The Southeastern Guitar Ensemble, played their fall concert under the direction of
instructor Patrick Kerber. On Tuesday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m., they performed for friends and family in the Pottle Auditorium. Kerber, the guitar instructor and coordinator of
guitar activities, has helped the ensemble prepare for the concert since the beginning of the semester. There were originally 11 members of the ensemble, but one person
could not make it. The ensemble has been preparing for this performance since the start of the semester. “From the beginning of the semester,” said Kerber. “We rehearse twice a week for an hour and 15 minutes, two and a half hours a week, and then extra rehearsals a week for the smaller groups. We really don’t count time. We just play whenever we can as music students. It’s such a hard degree to get. You just have to practice whenever you can as much as you can. So, it’s really impossible to say how much.” The temperature of Pottle affected the playing as they had to pause halfway through the performance to retune their guitars. “It was different,” said Kenaniah Turner, a senior music major. “It was kind of cold in there, so it was kind of hard to play.” For the guitarists, choosing music for performances is about balance. “We have to teach the students music they can learn from, but also music that will
present a good concert,” said Kerber. “It’s the balance the teachers always have to do. People often forget about that. It’s like watching the football teams in college, they’re students, you know. It’s a caseby-case, semester-by-semester, basis, how many students are in the group. Actually, the smaller the group, the harder it can be to choose. The bigger groups are easy because you know what you have, but smaller groups each individual has to step up. It was successful. I was pleased.” The concert consisted of a series of performances: the ensemble, a trio, a duet with Turner and a flugelhorn, a second trio and then the ensemble again. “I liked when the guitar and the trumpet players played,” said Alyssa Taylor, an audience member. “I don’t know what their names are, but they did really well. I liked his song a lot.” Michelle Brister, a freshman music major, enjoyed her time in the ensemble. “At first I was kinda timid
Annie Goodman/The Lion’s Roar CHANGE Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Pottle Auditorium, Southeastern’s Guitar Ensemble performed their fall concert. Under continued from pg. 3 the direction of Patrick Kerber, instructor of guitar, the 10 member ensemble prepared since the beginning of the semester. The night consisted of two ensemble performances, two trios and a duet with a flugelhorn. history or are we doomed to make the same mistakes of our forefathers? And, I don’t mean the 1800s, I mean going as far back as our history books will teach us. We truly are making a lot of BY MAKAYLA ABNEY the artist, Landis, and quickly behind the exhibition, HRAC mistakes that people in the past have made and it Staff Reporter realized that he is angering the reached out to LSU, hoping to is time to find a way to fix this issue. On Jan. 20 our next president will be sworn in. art community with his actions. get a loan for the art center. During the Let’s Talk “It was my first introduction “In this exhibition, we are If you think he was the best candidate, then what Art series, members of the to the infamous forger Mark lucky enough to have been are you going to do to ensure that he helps to make Hammond Regional Arts Landis and raised for me many granted a temporary loan from America better? If you did not agree with who won Center joined the university for thought provoking questions,” the LSU Museum of Art which the presidency, what are you going to do to try and a showing of a documentary said Marquette. “Questions owns several Mark Landis make America better regardless? My point is, no called “Arts and Craft” which such as: Is a forger an artist? forgeries,” said Marquette. matter who you wanted to be the next president, told the story of the famous At what point does a work of “This loan is extraordinarily it is still possible to want to make America better. Mark Landis. The exhibition on art created primarily by the important to us, and we are I don’t want to make America great again, I want display COPYCAT, was inspired hand of an apprentice become extremely grateful for the America to be better than it ever has been. It may by this film. attributed to that of a master? generosity of LSUMOA. be difficult to change depending on what side of the This event occurred on Nov. And, at what point is the essence Loans such as this raises the fence you are on, but it is still possible and while 7 at 5 p.m. Less than 10 people of something protected under profile of our organization you are at it, have a meal with that person who were in attendance, but the copyright determined to have and legitimizes the work that host Katherine Marquette, the been transformed enough to be HRAC does in the region as a Executive Director of HRAC, called fair-use.” small, non-profit, community believed it was worth it because The exhibition COPYCAT arts center. It is a touchstone his story is so impactful. is on display at HRAC until the for audience engagement and Even though this event is end of the month. The decision educational discussions which unusual for HRAC during this to show this film was inspired by is exactly what we hope is series, it is still beneficial for the the forgeries of Landis and also achieved by showing this film, art center to show this film. the exhibition. the COPYCAT exhibition as a “It is a rare occurrence that “The film ‘Art and Craft’ whole and everything we do at we show full-length feature was instrumental in the HRAC.” films as part of the Let’s Talk conceptualization of the The film showing and the Art series,” said Marquette. “So, COPYCAT exhibition on Let’s Talk Art series hopes this is somewhat of a departure display at HRAC through to inspire artists and educate from typical modus operandi. Wednesday, November 23rd,” attendees. However, there will be no said Marquette. “We exist to expand horizons, shortage with regard to quality There are two pieces of to open new paths of thinking or content.” Landis’ artwork hanging in the and to spark curiosity as well During this special showing gallery next to the other pieces as a greater appreciation for, of the film “Art and Craft” the for the COPYCAT display. and understanding of, arts and audience was introduced to Because of the inspiration culture,” said Marquette.
The life of Mark Landis, forger and artist
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The Hammond Regional Art Center introduces Mark Landis with a film showing of “Art and Craft” that documents the story of his life’s work as a forger. The audience that attended expected to learn about Landis and his eventful journey of copying famous works where he then donated them to museums. POSITIVITY continued from pg. 3 I want to strive for positivity where there seems to be a lot of negativity. I want to make people realize that they can be themselves without makeup or any type of face or hair product. They can be beautiful without it. They are noticed for who they are and not the MAC makeup that they paid a hundred dollars to look prettier. We shouldn’t live in a world where girls feel they need makeup to impress people or where guys feel they
need a fancy car and a lot of money to impress people. You just need be yourself and embrace your awesome personality. From here, let’s move forward and not let the negativity of others affect our attitudes. Positivity is key and you can embrace positivity through your natural self. BeYOUtiful. You are the only you, so embrace it and make sure your positivity is being said out loud for everyone to hear. Just be you. In the end, I know God has created me, and not the me with makeup, but the me that is positive, happy, outgoing and completely okay with embracing my natural self.
because I’m around new people and stuff, but it was a great experience being around people,” said Brister. “They were humble and they welcomed me, so it’s a great experience being with them.” The ensemble played animatedly. “They all seemed really prepared and confident, and they seemed to enjoy themselves a lot so that was good,” said Taylor. “They looked very passionate.” Kerber was proud of his students’ performances and work ethic in preparation for the guitar ensemble. “The students worked very hard and they reached that point to where I want them,” said Kerber. “I tell them always, ‘Guys, it’s not about how you want to feel after it’s over, it’s about how you want to feel when you’re on stage playing it.’ And I could feel it coming. They were very happy, they were pleased, they were prepared and they put a lot of energy into it. It was a fine performance, I’m very proud.”
may be on the other side of the fence and don’t be afraid to have an intellectual conversation. We may not agree on everything but, we can come together and if we aren’t hurting each other, with making changes to the country, not only will it get better but you may make a new friend along the way. I suggest that everyone find a way to improve America now because if we start now, it may be possible to start making changes for 2017. For me, 2016 was a pretty disastrous year. But even if this year has been your year, don’t you want next year to be even better? Let us see if we can take this time, that was meant to be thankful for whatever we have in life, and use it to make America and eventually the world, a better place. Why shouldn’t we all try and accomplish that task, even if our aim is egocentric and focused on us specifically. I am sure we can all find a way to make the world a better place even if you have no intention of procreating. You’re alive, you should want to live in the best world possible until your last breath.
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String Quartet gets rave reviews from campus attendees BY TIFFANY
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The music department on campus contributes to the community by offering free academic musical performances of all genres. Students, faculty and guests were able to attend a classical musical performance last week. The Southeastern Louisiana University String Quartet, instructed by Zorica Dimova, held a concert in the Pottle
Auditorium on Monday, Nov. 6 at 5 p.m. The concert was approximately 45 minutes long and consisted of three sets. The first set was “Van Beethoven - String Quartet Op. 18, No. 1” and “Allegro con brio,” performed by musicians Soyeon Rachel Seo, Malik Chaney, Dimova and Adrian Harabaru. The second was “Borodin - String Quartet No. 2” and “Scherzo and Notturno,” performed by musicians Mikhailo Levitskiy, Mark Paclyuk, Dimova and
Harabaru. The third was “Mendelssohn - String Quartet Op. 13, No. 2,” “Adagio non tanto” and “Adagio Allegro vivace,” performed by musicians Marta Turianska, Sungkyung Woo, Dimova and Vasyl Kuvayskov. Audience members were excited to be a part of the concert. They felt the music was beautiful and the musicians were well prepared. “I thought the concert was really awesome,” said April Johnson, a freshman art
major. “The pieces were very beautiful. I am actually taking a music appreciation course right now. That is how I found out about this performance. I think this performance is my favorite so far this semester. The melodies of the songs were just beautiful and the musicians were very tight with one another. They seemed to have been well practiced.” Other music students also attended the String Quartet to earn credit for their current classes.
“I thought the performance was really nice,” said Kaitlyn Townsend, a senior psychology major. “I enjoyed the whole performance, but my favorite part was the second piece. They were all wonderful performers. I am currently in Music 151 and we have to attend several performances here. I chose to come to this one, and I am happy I did. It was worth it.” Visual art students were also able to enjoy the concert and gain an appreciation for a new music genre.
“This is the first time I attended a string performance here on campus that only included instruments like violins,” said Dominique Lopez, a senior art major. “I feel like I have a new appreciation for this type of music. I normally listen to pop and more dance music, but I really enjoyed the concert. I was able to sit back and enjoy the harmonies of the violins and the deep voice of the cellos. I would definitely go again.”
Starry Night returns BY MAKAYLA ABNEY Staff Reporter
The 12th annual Starry November Night is coming up Friday, Nov. 18 in downtown Hammond and will feature new businesses as well as established businesses of Hammond. This event is hosted by the Hammond Downtown Development District and the Downtown Merchants’ Committee every year. The signature community event will feature holiday theme festivities, the Wine Walk throughout downtown businesses and a holiday-filled kid-zone. Starry November Night happens once a year, so the excitement and meaning it brings to the community is essential to the upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. “This event is important to the community because its core is a kickoff to the holiday season,” said Chelsea Tallo, Executive Director of the DDD. “It encourages people to support their local businesses in downtown Hammond.” Starry November Night caters to the younger citizens of Hammond with a visit from Santa Claus and actual snow for them to play in. “We’ve separated the snow into two piles this year for safety, one for children 5 and under and one for children 6 and above,” said Tallo. Improvements are important when dealing with children, and this year improvements were made with the help of the Louisiana Children’s Discovery Center. “We’ve also changed the process of children getting to meet Santa,” said Tallo. “Instead of standing in line at the Louisiana Children’s Discovery Center, once children are inside, they’ll be given a numbered wristband. They’re free to play in the center until their number is called to go visit Santa.” Along with the kid-zone at Starry November Night there will be an adult side to the event. As the night goes on, adults will be able to participate in the signature Wine Walk that local businesses will be hosting. Anyone 21 years or older who would like to participate in the wine tasting can purchase a wristband and tasting glass for $20 at the DDD office. Guests can take a ride on the horse-drawn carriages that will take them through downtown for a small fee of $5 and children under 5 can ride free. With the opening of new businesses in the area, it is the first time for Levitate Float Center, Santiago’s Cuban Grill, Gypsy Hill and Gateway Mortgage Group to be a part of the downtown festivities. For more information regarding events in Hammond, check out DDD online at dddhammond.com, call 985-277-5681 or check out their Facebook page at Hammond Downtown Development District.
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Keep those sharp Sheep eyes focused on a hazy situation. As things begin to clear up, you’ll find a sharper picture emerging, showing something you will need to know. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Watch your expenses through the end of the month. Later, you’ll be glad to have extra money to pay for something that will make an acquisitive Bovine’s heart beat faster. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You’re now ready to make that oftdeferred commitment, if you still believe it’s what you want. Don’t be afraid to change your mind if you feel you should go in another direction. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Now that you are moving on with your life after that recent disappointment, how about reactivating your travel plans and taking someone special along with you. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Many new friends come into your personal life, which suits all of you social Lions just fine. However, one new friend might make demands that you could find difficult to deal with. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Communication doesn’t exist unless it’s two-way. So if you’re getting no replies to the signals you’re sending, it could be time to look for someone more receptive.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A workplace complication that you thought was ironed out develops new wrinkles that need attention. Meanwhile, expect continuing improvement in your home life. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A tense personal problem needs to be talked out before someone decides to walk out. Resist making decisions until full explanations are offered from both sides. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A technological glitch that caused problems recently will soon be repaired, and life can return to normal. A colleague has a surprising message to deliver. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your partner might feel that you haven’t been as open with him or her as you should be. Deal with this now, before it turns into something more difficult to handle. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Good news: Many of the stumbling blocks that affected the progress of some of your career projects are fading away. Things also start to look up on the home front. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You’ll need that strong Piscean pluck to get through waters that will be turbulent for a while. A more positive aspect soon emerges, along with some welcome news. BORN THIS WEEK: You are zealous in the pursuit of truth. You would make an excellent research scientist. (c) 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Classical musicians from the String Quartet perform a three piece set. Lasting about 45 minutes, the musicians entertain the crowd with relaxing, smooth rhythms from their violins and cellos. The members of the audience had nothing positive feedback and for the musicians and their hard work.
Artists bid adieu to campus careers BY TIFFANY NESBIT Staff Reporter
Graduating art seniors are nearing the end of their career at the university. After years of hard work and accomplishments, they are ready to show their work to the public. The Visual Art and Design Fall 2016 Senior Exhibition will be held Nov. 22 through Dec. 10 in the Contemporary Art Gallery on campus. Students, faculty, guests and the public are welcomed to the opening reception, which will be held on Thursday, Nov. 22 from 5 to 7 p.m. Graduating art students will be exhibiting their work throughout their undergraduate career here at the university. Some of the featured artists are Akilah Spears, concentrating in ceramics and painting, Sarah Amacker, concentrating in graphic design and Jessica Firmin, concentrating in photography. Spears will be exhibiting two sets of paintings and artwork from her ceramics collection. “For my senior project I have made two sets of moral diptych paintings, two large single paintings and more than 15 large ceramic pieces,” said Spears. “The objective is to see the contrast between multiple paintings done over an extended semester, as well as incorporate the knowledge I have gained from ceramics to showcase my talents
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in art. The themes will differ, but show my overall growth in painting.” Although Spears does ceramics and paintings her designs are not the focal point of her work. “My paintings and ceramic pieces will be modeled after four main designs, but the ideas behind the pieces are not the focal point of my work,” said Spears. “The focal point of my work are the techniques I use to communicate my ideas. The theme of one diptych is rebuilding, mortality and immortality. Rebuilding is also a consideration in one of my stand-alone pieces. The theme for the second stand alone piece as well as the other diptych is struggle and acceptance.” Spears wants viewers to think about what materials she used, what is seen in her work, what elements are used and how it was created. “I will not give an underlying meaning to my art because art is meant to be expressive and I do not desire to force what I perceive my art to mean on my viewers,” said Spears. “Therefore, I wish the viewer to think about these key facts about my work: the material used, what is seen, what elements are used and how it was created.” Amacker enjoys graphic design because it leads her to think beyond her own life experiences and how others will interact with her work.
“Graphic design appeals to me because it requires me to think outside of my own experience and research how others will interact with what I create,” said Amacker. “I also enjoy the wide range of things you can design with one idea or concept: logo, packaging, printed collateral, signage, etc. This makes the process engaging and challenges my creativity constantly.” Amacker revealed that she is most interested on how the effect of typography and imagery impacts the viewer. She feels using the approach of mixed media and color gives her work an edge and makes it more interesting to the viewer. “As a designer, I am personally interested in how imagery and typography communicate ideas to the viewer and how each can work together or stand alone to accomplish this purpose,” said Amacker. “My design style is very disciplined and detail-oriented and my process is similar to how I work as an artist. I enjoy mixing media, whether it’s digital or handmade elements, along with color to relate content. This approach gives my designs an edge by demonstrating my various skills as both an artist and designer making my work more impacting on the viewer.” Firmin is basing her senior exhibit on her photography series entitled “The Phoenix see SENIOR EXHIBITION pg. 8
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Season starts with dominance BY ANNIE GOODMAN Staff Reporter
The men’s basketball team won their first game of the season 85-39 against Millsaps. This win snaps their season opener losing streak. “First time I think we’ve won an opener in the last five or six years,” said Head Coach Jay Ladner. “It gets us one step closer to our goal. The fun’s about to start coming up Monday. We’ve got two tough games next week.” Ladner is happy with the group he has this year and the progress they have made. “Proud of our guys,” said Ladner. “Proud of their effort, their attitude. They’re outstanding, and they’re fun to work with. We’ve got a group of young men that represent the university very well. We’ve got high character kids, and it’s a group of young men that y’all can be proud of as our fans. Not always rosy and everything at practice, but they are fun to work with, and I think they made significant progress from last year.” Senior forwards Jordan
Capps and sophomore Moses Greenwood scored the most points throughout the game respectively with 26 and 22. The only other player to score in the double digits was sophomore guard Marlain Veal with 14. “We had much better shot selection tonight,” said Ladner. “We shot 55 percent, and I really felt like in a game like that against that level of team we probably shoulda even done a little bit better. Jordan had an outstanding game from the field. 11-12 from the field. Moses was 7-10 from the field, and they did what they should do in there against those smaller players they were playing against.” The Lions out-rebounded Millsaps by 24 rebounds. “I thought that our team again played with great effort defensively,” said Ladner. “We did what we should do on the boards against a team of that size and skillset, won the rebound battle of 22-46 which, again, is what we should do.” Despite their winning streak, Ladner believes his players need better offensive efforts. “We’ve been very disappointed in our lack of
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The men’s basketball team defeated Millsaps College 85-39 this past Friday night. The lions maintained a steady lead throughout the game. Forwards Jordan Capps and Moses Greenwood scored the most points with 26 and 22 total points respectively. activity on the boards the first two games even though we were fortunate enough to win it,” said Ladner. “There were a few times we were called and I addressed it at halftime. Moses got called one time going in there and getting into the offensive glass real hard and got called for a push or a over the back. Good call. I like the effort. That’s probably the first one we had all year. So, they
were going to the glass too like they were supposed to.” Ladner thinks the team needs to improve their shooting. “Not shooting the ball extremely well,” said Ladner. “We’ve got a good shooting team. We really haven’t found our rhythm yet offensively. We were better tonight.” Ladner believes Millsaps had put up a good fight until
the end of the game. “I thought our players are playing with much better effort on the defensive end,” said Ladner. “Credit to Millsaps. They were scrappy. I thought they did a good job. We felt like we could pressure them, and I think they did okay, till right at the end. They began to break and wear down a little bit, I think, with the basketball.”
The goal of the team is to be the second team from the university to make it to a post-season tournament. “Our goal is to make post season play,” said Ladner. There’s only been one team in the history of Southeastern Louisiana that’s gone to post season play. That was in 2005-2006. They went to the NCAA Tournament. Our goal is to get into a postseason tournament.”
“All the girls on the team wanted to go on,” said Smoot. “It could have been the end of their college career and they wanted to go on.” Smoot attributed the win to several reasons, but one of the most significant was the break the girls had between playing. “We had a week off, which was unusual, between games,” said Smoot. “We were able to take last Monday off, then we had three really good practices and then we focused on what we needed to do at UNO and I think those were definite factors in helping us win.” As a senior, middle blocker Rachael Bunn was happy that their volleyball career at the university did not end after the UNO game. She also credited
the resting period the team had with helping them be prepared for the game and consequent win. “Volleyball’s been our life for so many years and we’re really excited about the fact that we’re going to continue it,” said Bunn. “We’ve been having so many games, normally three games a week. It helped us, helped our bodies rest.” Odom was glad that the team played so well, especially since if they had lost, it would have been her last game with the university. “I thought we played really well,” said Odom. “I’m really excited about it. Being a senior, I’m really glad it didn’t end there.” According to Smoot, the
team had anticipated that UNO would be a challenge to beat, but they were able to defeat the other team. “They were ready,” said Smoot. “Their hitters were very effective. We made some adjustments and our middle blocker did a good job of countering their attack.” Odom described the team as having a strong motivation to win so that the season for the Lady Lions would not end. “We all really knew we needed to win that second game,” said Odom. “We knew we couldn’t lose.” In this game, Odom tied her career high with 18 kills and tallied 19 digs and registered her eighth double-double. She gave credit to the team for rallying
past their first loss to eventually win the game. “I thought we came together as a team,” said Odom. “I mean, the first set we were nervous cause we lost.” Bunn, who had nine kills and four total blocks overall during the UNO game, expressed her elation that the team won as well as elaborating on how the team stayed motivated throughout the game. “I’m really excited that we won and that we’re going to tour,” said Bunn. “Everyone not giving up, just fighting through it and still hoping for the best.” The Southland Conference Tournament begins this Friday against Stephen F. Austin where the Lions volleyball team will compete in Conway, AR.
Volleyball enters Southland Conference Tournament BY REGINA PERGOLA Staff Reporter
With a 3-2 set win at University of New Orleans, the Lady Lion’s volleyball team will continue to the Southland Conference Tournament. Head Coach Jim Smoot was happy with the team’s performance and thought that making adjustments was helpful during the game. He also expressed that they are looking forward to being in the Southland Tournament. “They’re really excited,” said Smoot. “It was our goal to make it. We had to make some adjustments. I made some personal adjustments.” Smoot was happy with the way the new 5-1 offense played
and that the team was capable of handling it. “Most players that we put in picked it up and played great,” said Smoot. “I think they’re very, very excited about that.” Madi Odom, senior outside hitter, credited personal successes as having helped against the New Orleans team. She regarded UNO as being a tough challenge and talked about how the different team structure helped them win. “I probably did really good hitting line,” said Odom. “They did have a lead blocker. We did really good serving so that really helped. Coach kind of changed the lineup.” The coach expressed his joy at the team moving on towards the conference tournament.
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two touchdowns after missing the previous game. He has 14 touchdowns for the season which has him tied for the 10th highest season in school history. “He made some nice throws and the receivers made some nice catches,” said Roberts. “I thought he had more of a complete game with only one interception and the ability to run the ball and all of those things. It would not surprise me to see them do it next week as well.” Acker had five catches and a touchdown, his seventh of the season, which ties for the sixth best single-season total. Sophomore Julius Maracalin got over 100 yards rushing for the second game in a row with a team leading 123 yards rushing and a touchdown. “I want to thank the offensive line for helping me to achieve that goal,” said Maracalin. “Without them, I wouldn’t be here. It’s a mind thing. Once my mind gets set on doing it, I just keep going and keep moving forward.” The Lions defense held the Wildcats to only 29 yards rushing, forced two turnovers and had four sacks in the game. Roberts was pleased by the performance of the defense. “I thought we controlled the rushing game and put them in different passing situations,” said Roberts. “Their quarterback is a good player. He scrambled and tried to make some good plays.” The last game of the regular season will be at Nicholls State this Thursday at 6 p.m. in the River Bell Classic which the Colonels won at Strawberry Stadium last season. “I’m putting this game behind me right now, so I can go watch some film on Nicholls,” said Rogers. “This game is pretty big. It gives us a chance to win out and to make the playoffs, but it also gives a chance to get payback from last year. This game will be very intense, and we’re going to be ready for it.”
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18 seniors played their last home game of their college careers and will play their final regular season game against Nicholls State this Thursday.
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The Lions have all but one home game this season, putting their previous season behind them. Senior quarterback Justin Alo returned with a performance of 293 yards and two touchdowns after missing the game last week.
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Lady Lions transition into ‘new season’ BY AMBER GRACE GARRARD Staff Reporter
The senior soccer players at the university have a new season ahead of them as they transition out of college. The hardest part for the girls about graduating is that they will be moving in different directions than the family that they have made over the last four years. “I’ve learned that your family doesn’t have to be your mom and your dad and your grandparents,” said Casey Peacock a forward and midfielder. “It can be the people you surround yourself with.” Peacock started playing soccer 18 years ago and has played for the university for five years. During her time here, she has learned a lesson that is applicable in any stage of life. “Soccer has taught me that no matter what life throws at you, as long as you keep going and persevere, you’re going to make it through it,” said Peacock.
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From left to right, Casey Jeanfreau, Amber Lasher, Lauren Lorentz, Katie Noonan, Casey Peacock, Marisa Rodrigues and Hope Sabadash. Peacock will move on from being an athlete and will be looking to start law school once she graduates. Goalkeeper Hope Sabadash has grown up playing soccer since she was 4 years old. After being in Hammond, Sabadash is going to miss certain aspects of the tight-knit community she has found here. “My girls, the community as a whole, just how friendly everybody is down here and everybody knows who you are,” said Sabadash. “I’ve made a lot of friends here.” Sabadash plans on continuing her
soccer career and taking lessons that she has learned at the university with her as she hopes to be accepted into the National Women’s Soccer League. “Different opportunities present themselves so you just have to be patient in waiting for them,” said Sabadash. “January is the end of NWSL draft, which I will be entering, and I will see where that takes me,” said Sabadash. “I’m not done playing yet.” Though Sabadash is the only senior that wishes to continue playing soccer, some of her teammates will continue into sports related fields.
Casey Jeanfreau, goalkeeper, wants to go into physical therapy and plans on being the best she can be based on something she learned while playing soccer here. “I learned that even though you’re not the number one pick, you can still push yourself and work hard and be the best possible person you can be,” said Jeanfreau. “Everyone will notice the hard work you put in.” Jeanfreau started playing 17 years ago and has been a reserve goalkeeper at the university. It will be hard to not see her teammates every day.
“The ending of the last game was another step closer to the ending of the era of all of us, all of this,” said Jeanfreau. Amber Lasher, midfielder, also hopes to continue into another aspect of sports, sports management, and plans to move back to her first home in California. Being apart from her family while in school, Lasher has gained a new family in her teammates that she will leave soon. “Every once in a while you will fall, see SOCCER pg. 8
Dodgeball raises funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
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Every year, Phi Mu holds a dodgeball tournament fund raiser called Phi Mu Phace-Off. “It’s our biggest fund raiser for the semester, our philanthropy,
which is Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals,” said Madison Chauvin, a junior communication major and Phi Mu Philanthropy Director. “We just have tournament style dodgeball and all of our girls either play for a team or get
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donations to compensate for the team. We play till there’s a winner and this year we’re sending about $8000 to the hospital which is great. It was our goal.” The event began at about 11 a.m. Sunday morning. Throughout the rest of the afternoon, a series of teams consisting of a variety of players competed in a series of dodgeball tournaments for the first place trophy. Each team had their own unique name and theme, such as The Dodgefathers, Ball of Duty, Slumdodge Millionaires and Don’t Stop Ball-eiving. The games were run ‘tourney style,’ with a series of smaller competitions that were played eventually building up to the larger ‘best versus the best’ game at the end to determine the ultimate winner. This ended with the team Beaunanna’s
Minions, dressed all in yellow, coming out victorious. In this game, it came down to only one of the Beaunanna’s Minions team members being left on the court, consistently being cheered on by the crowd and eventually winning the game for his team. Despite this win, the best team name went to Taj Maball. One of the Minions’ team members, university graduate Landon Brown, was excited about his team’s win as he held their trophy up high with enthusiasm. “Three years to the finals,” said Brown. “I feel like LeBron. This is the trophy. I finally got it.” Pizza was provided for all of the different team members before the final tourney began at 12:45 p.m. The tournament had a large turnout, and despite the fact it was a new venue, Chauvin felt
it went fine. “I think it went really well,” said Chauvin. “We had a last minute change of venue, so this is my high school, St. Thomas Aquinus, and they let us use
their gym which I am very grateful for. I was nervous at first because it was new and they didn’t know what to expect, but it went really well and I’ve had a lot of good feedback.”
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A member of Beaunanna’s Minions got ahead of himself while trying to catch a ball during a tournament. His team later went on to win.
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PAGE 8 NOVEMBER 15, 2016 MISS SOUTHEASTERN continued from pg. 1 participates in beauty pageants. “I intend to encourage women to participate in them,” said LaPlante. “There’s so many great things that you can learn about yourself in pageants and I am living proof of that. Pageantry has molded me into a better version of myself and I intend to promote pageants as much as possible, especially the Miss America Organization.” The Miss Southeastern 2017 Beauty Pageant will take place on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. in Pottle Hall Theatre. Those who will be participating for the title of Miss Southeastern
2017 will be Tonykea Alford, a senior elementary education major, Jamie Dearman, a senior communication major, Kristyn Gary, a sophomore early childhood education major and Trista Kramer, a senior chemistry major. As each contestant prepares for the Miss Southeastern 2017 Beauty Pageant, LaPlante hopes that the next Miss Southeastern assumes her role with the best intentions of representing the university while remembering to stay true to herself. “To the next Miss Southeastern, you are officially the luckiest girl on campus,” said LaPlante. “Take advantage of every opportunity that you are offered, be relentless in
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“AKD is hoping to aid the LPSO in having enough toys to not have to turn away any families that request assistance this year. Poverty and disaster can impact families in a lot of different ways and children are one of the more vulnerable groups.” Toys should be for children between the ages of zero and 12. Also, gifts should have no wrapping paper. All toys will be delivered directly to the LPSO and will be distributed to families by volunteers on Dec. 16. If you are unable to make a donation when ADK is tabling, donations may be dropped off at Fayard Hall Room 354 during regular school hours until Dec. 1. Livingston Parish families who would like to apply for donations can find the guidelines at lpso.org
PUMPKIN TEA continued from pg. 1 The parents along with children were interacting with the princess and got to take pictures with Cinderella and her friends. “I know she is enjoying it,” said Kristi Newell a parent at the event. “She is a little shy of the princesses in person, but she is loving it.” While Cinderella may be a princess intended to interact with kids, the adults enjoyed it as well. “I am pumped,” said Newell. “Yes, I am enjoying it. Cinderella hugged Nana so that made it all worth it.” This was the first pumpkin tea and it seemed to have went off without a hitch. “I think people seem to be enjoying it, thinking that it’s nice,” said Beth Davis, Director of The Restoration House Pregnancy Resource Center. “We are happy about that. We want everyone to be happy about their experience.” Morgan Ledet/The Lion’s Roar The next event for The Restoration House is the Xerox Reindeer Cinderella and her friends came together to have some tea in the Pennington Run. For more information, call 985-542-0492. center where pictures were taken in front of a painted carriage.
Pelican’s tickets was organized to attract the fans to the event. The head coaches of the basketball teams played a shoot out to hand out cash prizes to the attendees of the event as well. However, the dance contest got the fans cheering the most. The winner of the contest was given Beats by Dre headphones. Even though all of these attractions are present in the event, the organizers want to make more additions to the event
and hope the students respond to these changes by attending future events. “I would like to add special effects, like turn the lights off, add lights and smoke and things like that,” said Cramer. “I would like to make it more dramatic. I would also like to bring in a special guest, maybe an artist or somebody famous and to make it bigger and better. Hopefully, we can strive to have more students to come out and the bigger we make this event, the better the Nikisun Shrestha/The Lion’s Roar prizes and the games are going Full Court Fest provided the audience an opportunity to compete in a Dance off to be for all.” where the winner was provided Beats By Dre headphone.
SENIOR EXHIBITION continued from pg. 5 Project” that focuses on individuals who suffer from self-harming. “The Phoenix Project is an ongoing photographic series focusing on self-harm recovery,” said Firmin. “Each year, one in five females and one in seven males will engage in self-harm. Most begin self-harming starting in their teens or preteens with two million cases reported each year in the United States alone. Self-harm has always been an issue that we as a society are hesitant to talk about. The topic is one that is avoided within our families and within society as a whole.” Firmin is focusing on the scars that the individuals have left from their past. Her intention is for viewers to thinks about the issue and bring SOCCER continued from pg. 7 but that is why the team is there, family is there, to help you get back up,” said Lasher. “I have learned the importance of teamwork, family and sacrifice.” The relationships made between the Lady Lions prove to be the hardest thing to leave behind. “You’re not going to see them every day when you are done and graduate as a senior, so it’s going to be a lot harder,” said defender Lauren Lorentz. Lorentz will take the loyalty she has learned from growing with her teammates as she moves on to graduate school for psychology. “Playing with teammates, you get really close to them over time, and leaving them after four years is really hard,” said Lorentz. “You also work harder and keep pushing yourself and you have people there with you, so it’s not as hard to work because you don’t work for yourself.”
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Office hosts a toy drive for families that cannot afford to purchase holiday gifts for their children. The LPSO usually provides for about 1,000 families every year, but expect the demand to be much higher this year due to the flooding.” This is the first time that AKD is hosting the “Holiday Toy Drive.” They may make it an annual event depending on its success. The goal is not to collect the most toys possible, but to help those in need. “The holidays are a very important time for families to come together to support one another, and not being able to provide gifts for their Amber Grace Garrard/The Lion’s Roar children can have detrimental Mr. Charlie Ciolino donates hay to make the Lion each year for Homecoming. effects on parents that are already hurting,” said Sibley. This year’s Lion can be found near Mims Hall.
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it to a conversation. “I am photographing people who have recovered from self harm,” said Firmin. “My subjects are anonymous. They are students, parents and strangers. Some of my subjects I was familiar before starting, others have contacted me online through social media. The images I take focus on the scars that they bear because they are a visible reflection of the process of recovery. I leave my subjects’ faces out, for both their comfort, and in an attempt to emphasize the point that these images could be of anyone. My intention is not to disturb viewers, but to force them to think about the issue and hopefully start a conversation.” For more information, contact the gallery at 985-549-5080 or visit their website on the university webpage.
Being a team player is something that midfielder Marisa Rodrigues has grown to understand and become. “I have learned how to manage my time and be a team player,” said Rodrigues. “It has made me competitive in everything I do.” Rodrigues has been playing the sport since she was 8 years old, but will be coming to the close of her career as she works toward her masters in finance. “I will miss my teammates and playing soccer in such a competitive atmosphere,” said Rodrigues. Teammates are people who challenge each other in a competitive atmosphere and encourage each other to be better. “Throughout my time on the soccer team here at Southeastern, I have learned the importance of being planted, of being surrounded by people who encourage and challenge me,” said defender Katie Noonan. “I will miss the competitive and challenging atmosphere. This team found a way to push each other, challenge each other and compete
with each other day in and day out while still maintaining close and genuine relationships.” Noonan plans on staying in Hammond and continuing where she already has roots. “I do not feel like I am done here,” said Noonan. “I plan on going into ministry and am honestly so excited for this next season of my life. I have been surrounded by such an incredible church family here in Hammond and want to continue growing under their invaluable leadership and encouragement.” Not only has she grown in her church, but she also feels honored to have been a part of a team that has pushed her to grow. “A preacher I once had the pleasure of listening to said, ‘sharpening comes from the clash not the caress,’” said Noonan. “We clashed often and thoroughly on this team, but I know it pushed me to grow as a player, as a teammate and as a person. We are not meant to do life alone, and I have thoroughly enjoyed doing life with this team. I have forged bonds and friendships that I am sure will last a lifetime.”
WASHINGTON (AP)— President-elect Donald Trump is making an overture to warring Republican circles by appointing GOP chief Reince Priebus as his White House chief of staff and Breitbart News executive Stephen Bannon as chief strategist and senior counselor. The two men had made up the president-elect’s chief of staff shortlist, and while Priebus received that job, Bannon’s post is expected to wield significant clout. Trump gave top billing to the former media executive, who led a website that appealed to the socalled “alt-right” — a movement often associated with efforts on the far right to preserve “white identity,” oppose multiculturalism and defend “Western values.” Priebus on Monday defended the media mogul, saying the two made an effective pair as they steered Trump past Democrat Hillary Clinton and toward the presidency. He sought to distance Bannon from the incendiary headlines on his website, saying they were written by unspecified others. “Together, we’ve been able to manage a lot of the decision making in regard to the campaign,” Priebus told NBC’s “Today.” ‘’It’s worked very, very well.” Trump’s hires were, at first glance, contradictory, though they fit a pattern of the celebrity businessman creating a veritable Rorschach test that allowed his supporters to see what they wanted. Priebus, who lashed the RNC to Trump this summer despite some intraparty objections, is a GOP operative with deep expertise of the Washington establishment that Trump has vowed to shake up. He has close ties to House Speaker Paul Ryan, a fellow Wisconsinite. Bannon, meanwhile, helped transform the Breitbart News site into the leading mouthpiece of the party’s anti-establishment wing, which helped fuel the businessman’s political rise. Ryan has been one of his most frequent targets. “Steve and Reince are highly qualified leaders who worked well together on our campaign and led us to a historic victory,” Trump said Sunday in a statement announcing his picks. “Now I will have them both with me in the White House as we work to make America great again.” Neither Priebus nor Bannon brings policy experience to the White House. Chiefs of staff in particular play a significant role in policymaking, serving as a liaison to Cabinet agencies and deciding what information makes it to the president’s desk. They’re often one of the last people in the room with the president as major decisions are made. In announcing the appointments, Trump said Priebus and Bannon would work as “equal partners” — effectively creating two power centers in the West Wing. The arrangement is risky and could leave ambiguity over who makes final decisions. Trump has long encouraged rivalries, both in business and in his presidential campaign. He cycled through three campaign managers during his White House run, creating a web of competing alliances among staffers.
Priebus is a traditional choice, one meant as an olive branch to the Republicans who control both houses of Congress as Trump looks to pass his legislative agenda. The Bannon pick, however, is controversial. Under Bannon’s tenure, Brietbart pushed a nationalist agenda and became one of the leading outlets of the socalled alt-right — a movement often associated with white supremacist ideas that oppose multiculturalism and defend “Western values.” John Weaver, a Republican strategist who worked for Ohio Gov. John Kasich’s presidential campaign, tweeted, “The racist, fascist extreme right is represented footsteps from the Oval Office. Be very vigilant,America.” Bannon, who became campaign CEO in August, pushed Trump to adopt more populist rhetoric and paint rival Hillary Clinton as part of a global conspiracy made up of the political, financial and media elite, bankers bent on oppressing the country’s working people — a message that carried Trump to the White House but to some, carried anti-Semitic undertones. An ex-wife of Bannon said he expressed fear of Jews when the two battled over sending their daughters to private school nearly a decade ago, according to court papers reviewed this summer by The Associated Press. In a sworn court declaration following their divorce, Mary Louise Piccard said her ex-husband had objected to sending their twin daughters to an elite Los Angeles academy because he “didn’t want the girls going to school with Jews.” Aspokeswoman for Bannon denied he made those statements. The appointments came after a day in which Trump’s tough-talking plan to rein in illegal immigration showed signs Sunday of cracking, with the presidentelect seemingly backing off his vow to build a solid wall along the southern U.S. border and Ryan rejecting any “deportation force” targeting people in the country illegally. Though Trump told CBS’ “60 Minutes” in an interview which aired Sunday night that his border wall might look more like a fence in spots, one thing didn’t change from his statements on this matter during the primary season: the combative billionaire took to Twitter to settle some scores. During a four-hour spree, Trump gloated about establishment Republicans congratulating him and savaged The New York Times for being “dishonest” and “highly inaccurate.” “The @nytimes states today that DJT believes ‘more countries should acquire nuclear weapons.’ How dishonest are they. I never said this!” Trump tweeted late Sunday morning. But in a March interview with the Times, Trump was asked whether he would object to Japan acquiring its own nuclear arsenal, which it does not now have. He replied, “Would I rather have North Korea have them with Japan sitting there having them also? You may very well be better off if that’s the case.” Trump also told “60 Minutes” he would eschew the $400,000 annual salary for the president, taking only $1 a year.
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