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FEBRUARY 19, 2019
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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JACOB SUMMERVILLE STAFF REPORTER
On Feb. 17, 2009, the Board of Supervisors for the University of Louisiana System appointed Dr. John Crain as the president of the university. Serving at the university for a total of 32 years, Crain started as a faculty member for the College of Business, later becoming the department head. While serving in that position, the then provost and vice president of academic affairs became president, and Crain moved into the position as interim provost. “I served in that role when he was president for about seven years,” discussed Crain. “I was very fortunate during that time that he involved me significantly in all aspects of the university even though I had academic affairs, which is the academic colleges and related activities that were under my area of responsibility as the academic vice president. He also involved me in a lot of other aspects of the university.” Once he became president, Crain felt familiar with most aspects of the position. At the time of his appointment, however, public universities in Louisiana were about to experience a financial disinvestment from the state. “When I became president, the universities in Louisiana got probably two-thirds of their funding from the state, and the students paid the rest,” explained Crain. “Now, that’s pretty
with Crain see CRAIN, pg. 2
Where does Alumna makes strides in education the smoke go?
Hannah Dietsch, Louisiana assistant superintendent, Joni Lacy, talent project director for the Louisiana Department of Education, Stephanie Whetstone, Milken Educator Award recipient, Donna Edwards, Louisiana first lady, and Dr. Jane Foley, senior vice president of the Milken Educator Awards, pose at the presentation of the oversized $25,000 check to Whetstone. COURTESY OF MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION ZACHARY ARAKI ASSISTANT EDITOR
Stephanie Whetstone, a fifth grade teacher of science and mathematics at Bains Elementary School, became the first person in West Feliciana Parish to earn the $25,000 Milken Educator Award.
Whetstone graduated from the university in the spring of 2007. In college, she was involved with Phi Mu fraternity, the Excellence in Commitment to Education and Leadership program and the Student Government Association. She started teaching at Bains in August of 2014. Teaching students from gifted to special
needs, Whetstone aims to make her classroom a home away from home. “I want it to be a welcoming, comfortable place where they will want to come and learn,” said Whetstone. “I love the fifth grade curriculum because it encompasses skills that students will use for the rest of their lives. I think if you can make material more applicable to students’ everyday lives, they become more invested in what they’re learning.” The Milken Family Foundation, established in 1982, first gave out the Milken Educator Awards in 1987. Instead of accepting applications or nominations, the foundation works with state departments of education to select the honorees without their knowledge. “It’s highly selective, and we work with those departments of education,” explained Jana Rausch, director of communications for the foundation. “They appoint independent blue ribbon committees, and those committee members work with the department to confidentially seek out candidates and match their accomplishments by our criteria. We get the most extraordinary portfolios here at the Milken Family Foundation, and the Milken Family Foundation makes those final decisions.” Of the candidates, Whetstone was chosen
see WHETSTONE, pg. 2
Stand out with the first step ZACHARY ARAKI ASSISTANT EDITOR
As universities promote themselves as unique, one of the first differences incoming students experience lies in how these institutions welcome them. According to Anthony Ranatza, director of admissions, the current orientation format dates back to the late 1980s with orientation leaders. Ranatza compared how orientation has changed since its inception. “It used to be an auditorium full of the administrators talking at the students about what they needed to do, and as student life changed and continues to change, orientation evolves,” explained Ranatza. “I think the one part I have seen about orientation is it is constantly changing and constantly
improving to meet the needs of today’s students. The way we involve technology, the way we involve social skills and soft skills as well as academic skills to course advisement and placement and lots of other things has really kind of positioned us.” At orientation, incoming students learn background information such as traditions, the university’s academic structure and technical details such as their webmail and the emergency alert system. While certain elements remain consistent with university orientations such as scheduling classes, picking up a university ID, and learning about campus life, universities will tailor their programs to the student base. “Our orientation program is comparable to local
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At orientation, incoming students and their parents can check in with their orientation leader and color group before getting started on the rest of the day’s activities. Although every university will hold an orientation, their processes may differ. FILE PHOTO/THE LION’S ROAR universities’ programs as far as offering sessions, dividing into color groups, and learning about academic programs, but one huge difference is our students,” said Amanda Hammonds, assistant director of orientation and events. “We have to look at what it is
that our students need during orientation and make sure that we are serving them in such a way that all their needs are met during orientation.” Orientation programs may differ in the presentation of
see ORIENTATION, pg. 2
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The health risks from exposure to marijuana smoke resemble that of cigarette smoke including risks of cancer and heart and lung disease while THC blood levels were present at low levels in a well-ventilated room. ANNIE GOODMAN/THE LION’S ROAR ZACHARY ARAKI ASSISTANT EDITOR
Though an individual choice, smoking marijuana can impact more than the user. When Madison Walters, a junior biological sciences major, stayed in the campus residence halls, she noticed marijuana smoke in her room and the hallways from other residents including her former roommate. Walters said, “There is a very high amount of marijuana usage on campus by a very large amount of students, and the students that are using marijuana on campus don’t think about the effect that it has on the other students around them.” Walters discussed how this experience as a non-smoker affected her. “I’ve had my clothes and belongings start smelling like it after living in the dorms for a semester because so many people in the dorm building I was in smoked in their rooms on a daily basis,” shared Walters. “It had an effect on my job because I ended up having to get drug tested because of the smell being so strong on my clothes. I ended up having to move to the on-campus apartments at the end of the semester because the smell of marijuana got so bad.” Te t r a h y d r o c a n n a b i n o l , THC, is the primary compound Stay Connected With Us! Like and follow @lionsroarnews.
in marijuana. The study “Concentrations of delta9tetrahydrocannabinol and 11-nor9-carboxytetrahydrocannabinol in blood and urine after passive exposure to Cannabis smoke in a coffee shop” found that the blood of people who did not smoke marijuana but spent three hours in a well-ventilated space with people casually smoking contained trace amounts of THC, not enough to fail a drug test. The amount of THC in the blood and urine increased as the space became more confined and less ventilated. Beyond psychoactive effects, many of the health consequences of secondhand marijuana smoke resemble that of cigarette smoke, including ties to cancer as well as heart and lung diseases. Elucidating the effects of secondhand exposure to marijuana smoke requires further research. Daryl Julien, president of the Residence Hall Association, witnessed no marijuana being used in the residence halls. He discussed RHA’s procedure if the drug is found in the halls. “The RAs do checks,” explained Julien. “They walk around certain times of the month. They do checks within the rooms. First, it would be confiscated. If they are caught with it, UPD would probably be called,
see MARIJUANA, pg. 8 Volume 90, Issue 21 A Student Publication www.lionsroarnews.com lionsroar@southeastern.edu
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The Lionʼs Roar | CAMPUS LIFE
LINK eases personal tensions JACOB SUMMERVILLE STAFF REPORTER
Within a year and half of its creation, a mental health resource has grown to help hundreds of students and faculty. The Lion Intervention Network is a tool sponsored by the Office of Student Advocacy and Accountability and is designed to connect students and faculty with the guidance that they need. This encompasses academics, financial assistance, tuition and personal and social concerns. Blake Thomas, interim director of OSAA, shared that a member of OSAA will respond to a student’s needs during normal office hours. “Once a report is submitted, a staff member from the Office of Student Advocacy and Accountability will reach out to the student reported,” explained Thomas. “Once we are in contact with the student reported, OSAA is able to offer campus and offcampus resources to the student.” In the fall 2017 semester, 80 LINK reports were filed. Last fall semester, however, the LINK program saw an increase with an estimated 325 reports. “We believe the increase is WHETSTONE
continued from pg. 1 for exemplifying leadership in a school and classroom setting. “Stephanie’s students will know how to meet the demands of today’s global economy and understand the value of being responsible, caring and respectful citizens,” said Dr. Jane Foley, Milken Educator Awards senior vice president and 1994 award recipient. “Stephanie’s leadership and ability to connect with colleagues, students and parents alike make her a valuable asset to Bains and the broader community.”
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continued from pg. 1 much exactly the opposite.” Crain shared that an enrollment-driven business model was more important than ever during those times, and it required the administration to become more innovative and entrepreneurial. “We’ve had to be much more aggressive in terms of developing programs that are attractive to students to insure that enrollment stays strong,” expressed Crain. “So, that is everything from adding academic programs in high-demand areas, and we’ve added a number of academic programs over that 10-year period.” In addition, Crain said that the housing expansion, the opening of new buildings, improvements to the student union and other facilities were in response to being in a competitive environment. Crain explained that some scholarships were funded through endowments, and shared that Seth Ryan, an alumnus of the university, bequest $10 million to the university before his death, which is the largest donation in the university’s history. According to Crain, in recent years, Governor John Bel Edwards’ policies have helped the university’s budget, allowing the administration to focus more on student recruitment and other facets of the university. “For example, maybe distance education, online programs, things like that that we have not been as aggressive,” shared Crain. “I think we’ll have some good developments in the next few years.” Reflecting back on his term, Crain shared that
due to the growing awareness of the program for faculty and staff as it is only about one year in its implementation,” expressed Thomas. “We conducted several presentations for faculty and staff over the last year, making them aware of the benefits of the LINK program.” Thomas shared that although the challenges that students face are not specific to the university, LINK has offered students an avenue to handle issues such as homelessness, anxiety, travel concerns and food insufficiency. Thomas said, “This avenue for reporting has not only made the university more aware of issues students are facing on our campus, but also has provided a space for reporting these concerns so we are able to contact these students and provide them with the appropriate resources to aid in their success.” According to the article “By the numbers: Stress on campus” published by the American Psychological Association in 2017, 61 percent of college students who sought counseling reported anxiety. 49 percent of students reported depression. 31 percent said that they dealt with family issues, and 28 percent sought guidance due to academic
concerns. According to Thomas, students who wish to keep their identity concealed can still file a report through LINK. “LINK can be completely anonymous if you are concerned with your peers finding out that you submitted a LINK report,” explained Thomas. “OSAA is only able to provide resources to students we are made aware of through this process, so reporting is vital to the program’s success.” If a student believes that someone else is going through a challenging time but not reaching out for help, a report can be submitted for that individual. “Students are typically aware of challenges faced by their peers,” said Thomas. “We encourage students, along with faculty and staff, to submit a LINK report for students they believe are going through a difficult time so OSAA can provide necessary resources.” For a critical emergency, Thomas urged students to seek immediate assistance. Thomas stated, “If you are aware of a life-threatening emergency, call the UPD immediately rather than attempting to complete a LINK ORIENTATION report.” continued from pg. 1
Whetstone discussed her plans for the award money. “My son was born prematurely, and we are planning to pay for his hospital bills,” shared Whetstone. “I would like to take my family somewhere fun to celebrate. I spend a lot of time outside of school planning and worrying about my classes. They have sacrificed time with me, and they should be rewarded too. I am also looking into furthering my education by completing a master’s program in the future.” Beyond the assembly announcement and the financial reward, recipients also join
the National Milken Educator Network. Through this, the foundation aims to give recipients a greater voice and impact on the education field. “The Milken Education Awards are an amazing thing for teachers, schools and the field of education,” stated Whetstone. “Their goal is to reward teachers for their hard work, get people excited about education, and to allow students to see their teacher as a rock star. I certainly think all of this has happened and more. I am very excited to see what the future holds, but for now, I will get back to teaching fractions.”
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information and sessions, but university size can also determine a university’s approach. Ranatza shared, “Smaller institutions probably don’t have as much level of engagement with the students as larger institutions, but then the much larger-scale institutions I find are so disconnected from their student needs that they don’t make that relative connection, and orientation is all about connecting students to be successful, connecting them with their advisors, connecting them with their peers, making personal connections and friendships.” Other details separate orientations at various colleges. At Southeastern Louisiana University, orientation is required for
HSM– The Health Systems Management - HSM - Club hosts our meetings in White Hall room 222. The tentative dates are Feb. 7, Feb. 21, March 14, March 28, April 4 and April 18 at 4:00 p.m. and a tentative date for our final meeting party in May. Some meetings will be strictly informative, and some will include a speaker that will inform students regarding their experience in the field and their workplace. The last meeting will be a celebration for our members and a party to celebrate our graduates. If students are interested in more information and updates, they can follow our Instagram and Twitter @slu_hsmclub and/or email us at hsmclub2018@gmail.com.
conversations with students, families and alumni have been one of the highlights of his position. He explained how hearing the positive impact on a student’s life is reassuring. “The university is about education, and education is about making lives better,” stated Crain. “So, when you get affirmation of that, through the interaction and conversations with students and their parents and their family, those are the most important things to me, that I can look back and say that I had those conversations.” Looking forward, Crain discussed that DXC Technology, a young company located in New Orleans, will be looking for hundreds of employees in the field of computer technology. “We’re doing really exciting things to increase the number of graduates in those programs to help meet that workforce,” explained Crain. Other departments may also see changes in the near future. Crain shared, “There’s some new degree programs that are under development, both at the undergraduate and graduate level, that I think will be exciting and provide additional opportunities for students to get an education that’s very relevant to where there will be career opportunities moving forward.” Throughout his years of service to the university, Crain is thankful for the faculty and staff who have helped the campus through difficult times. Crain said, “I can’t imagine being able to do this job and enjoying it as much as I have without being able to get up and come to work every day and work with people like that, that all want to see students do well and give our students the best experience possible, and that’s why I’ve chosen to do this as a career path.”
all freshmen although other universities make it mandatory for any incoming student. Whereas SLU consolidated its orientation to a single day, some institutions follow a twoday orientation. Vanderbilt University’s orientation is about a week long. The University of South Florida requires first year students to stay overnight in a residence hall. Ranatza believes that SLU is recognized as a leader in orientation. Ranatza said, “They’ve looked to us for leadership when it comes to orientation, but historically, our success comes from we put the foundation back in the students, that it’s a student-led program led by students trained by our faculty and staff, but information provided firsthand so they have a unique experience.” A relatively new addition
to orientation is community partnerships with the Greater Hammond Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Development District and Tangi Tourism to show students and parents what Hammond and Tangipahoa Parish can offer. “We have some pretty ambitious goals that we want to accomplish between us and Tangi Tourism and downtown development to really grow and expand our program to get more community participation as well,” shared Ranatza. Orientation continues to change according to students’ needs. “We tweak where necessary,” stated Hammonds. “We are intentional with activities, presentations and sessions offered at orientation. Our goal is to provide exactly what students need at the right time.”
CORRECTION - In the Feb. 12 issue of The Lion’s Roar, on page four in the “The business of starting a band” article, it was stated that the band Bag of Donuts collaborated with Jerry “Donut” Christopher Jr. It was supposed to say that they collaborated with Dr. John. This has already been corrected in the online version of the article.
OPINIONS | The Lionʼs Roar
FEBRUARY 19, 2019 | PAGE 3
A voice heard the correct way I am not a confrontational person by any means. However, I will stand up for what I believe in without a blink of an eye 100 percent of the time. The world we live in is Madeline Cancienne filled with STAFF REPORTER people who are more passionate than ever before. There are movements across the country striving to make a difference in the world, and without our freedom of speech, this would not be possible. Universities around the country have helped shape social change because students saw an issue, exercised their freedom of speech, and used their voices to make a change. Being a passionate generation also means that when our arguments are counteracted, some feel as though they are being targeted in a way, or their feelings get hurt. Blame it on the “snowflake” generation if you will, but we should not be categorized solely upon some people’s way of thinking. I have found in my short time as a college student that certain uses of freedom of speech are being misused. By misused, I mean that we are not using our voices in a way that facilitates them being heard. When there are religious groups who visit the university and speak around
campus, I find that there are students who yell and hold up signs saying vulgar things. From an outside stance, I can see both sides of this situation. I see the Consuming Fire Fellowship group, who have a history of being more extreme, and the Crossgate Baptist Church. Both are well aware of their rights, yet they use their rights in different ways. However, I also see students spit on people just because
believe. You must also be open to hear counterarguments to further educate yourself on the topic at hand to make your side stronger. College should be the best place for our right of freedom of speech to be put into effect. There are people from around the world with different points of view in the same classroom as us, and we should be able to have open, intelligent discussions without emotions
“We have the opportunity to live in a country where freedom of speech is avaiable and encouraged. The only improvement we need to make is how we express our opinions.” they do not agree with them. In no way does this accomplish anything. If you want to make a difference in this world, violence and disrespect are never the answer. You need to use logic and reason as well as communication skills to clearly state why you believe what you
being a hinderance. Whether it be students or faculty, everyone has, at one time or another, shared their point of view in some way. College is where you should listen to various points of view and create your own stance in this world. You are your own individual person,
The argument follows that modern protests consist of troublemakers who are prone to violent and disagreeable acts. They point to King and Mahatma Gandhi to say the protests themselves changed in nature. In my opinion, all of these people misconstrue Gandhi, King and the entire civil rights movement. These people believe change happened with everyone being polite and fighting hate with love like some bad high school play about hippies. We have narrow memories of our history, selecting the good and dismissing the distasteful. We like to think of what King and others achieved, but we conveniently leave out details. People viewed King as an extremist, and for all the nonviolence he is remembered for, they considered him a danger. Even those who agreed with the civil rights movement believed the way they were doing it was flawed. A Gallup poll conducted in August 1963 found that 23 percent of people familiar with the civil rights rally that was to be held in Washington D.C. had a favorable view of it, and in May 1964, Gallup recorded 16
percent of Americans believed the mass demonstrations would help racial equality. Governor John Patterson of Alabama called the Freedom Riders “rabble-rousers” and described King as a “menace to the peace of this city.” Do we imagine that people considered African-Americans refusing to move to the back of the bus or leave lunch counters to be polite? This argument functions as a tool to dismiss protests without a second thought. It is a way to try to gain the moral high ground without actually doing anything. It is not a form of constructive criticism. For those genuinely wondering where civility went, it never existed in the first place, at least not in the manner proposed, not in the form of passive acceptance. As far as a timid act of nothing, civility was only ever an idea proposed by people in authority. That civility was called an animal and separated from its parents. That civility watched as classmates were gunned down. That civility was told it could not get married or serve in the military. That civility was called a terrorist for the color of its skin. That civility was grabbed by the pussy and told to shut up. That
and you have the opportunity to create your own name for yourself. Options are not limited to vile behavior and rioting over disagreements. We can discuss, listen or just walk away. Freedom of speech should not be ignored due to fear of controversy or stepping out of your comfort zones. We have the opportunity to live in a country where freedom of speech is available and encouraged. The only improvement we need to make is how we express our opinions. There is a way to intelligently communicate how you feel without saying, “Oh well, you’re just stupid.” Listen to what the other person has to say and reply with, “Yes, I understand what you’re saying, but have you ever thought about this?” Instead of being the “snowflake generation” that is seen as young people who get offended by everything, I challenge you to make a name for this generation as young people who can make their opinions known in a clear, intelligent manner. While we all have the freedom of speech, we also have the freedom to remain unoffended by an opposing view. What I believe we should do is be educated and informed before we scream loudly.
Peace, civility and amnesia
Everyone loves a rebel, so long as it is convenient that is. As we celebrate Black History Month and remember Martin Luther King Jr. and civil disobedience, it appears Zachary Araki many people ASSISTANT EDITOR forget how the movement brought us here. We may know the outcome, from middle school social studies and, well, the fact that white men are not the only ones who can vote. However, how we got here still appears to be as arcane as the popularity of Saturday Night Live’s Pete Davidson. Society obviously reaped benefits from the civil rights movement, but public perception of modern protests does not reflect this. From pundits and that one “political aficionado” in class, discussion about any form of protest, whether an example of civil disobedience or not, permits talk of agreeing to disagree and maintaining some form of civility or etiquette. Everyone likes to promote civil disobedience until it is inconvenient or makes them feel bad.
civility was shot by the police again. The fight for social justice wages on as it always will, and not all forms of protest, now or before, belong to civil disobedience. Yes, not every protest today holds up to the same principles as civil disobedience
Why is free speech important? “Free speech is important because we all need to speak up and give our opinions or else we make decisions based solely on one opinion or one group of opinions, and there’s a lot of different world views in the world.” HEATHER POOLE JUNIOR, BUSINESS MANAGEMENT “I feel like free speech is important because if we were not allowed free speech, then we would be part of more a dictatorship in the country, and I feel like everyone has the right to feel the way they want to feel about anything.” HANNAH GONZALES JUNIOR, CRIMINAL JUSTICE “I believe it is important because communication is an important aspect of our lives, and the level of freedom to communicate has a significant impact on our society and on the strengths of our democraticy.” BRICE LARSON JUNIOR, SPECIAL EDUCATION “One of the basic things is it allows the truth to the surface, and since it brings the voice of many people, it directly or indirectly cuts off violence, corruptions and many other issues.” SWASTIKA PAUDEL SOPHOMORE, NURSING “It’s an American tradition. Without free speech, we wouldn’t be America. It’s one of the foundational values that defines who we are. Without it, we wouldn’t be Americans.” CHRISTIAN SCHERER JUNIOR, BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
in the 1950s and 1960s, but they do not feel as drastically different as some would like to believe. Disagree with the message if you must. Be honest that you do not care for the protestors rather than hide behind the claim that if they were nicer, everything would be fine.
A tenet of civil disobedience is not simply refusing to obey an unjust law but to accept the consequences of those actions. By doing so, the aim of this protest is to bring attention to the injustice. That does mean breaking a
see CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE, pg. 6
National Gallery of Art security cover Radical Matriarchy member Laura Newman with a blanket after she removed her clothes and sang during a protest in the museum, Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019 in Washington. Radical Matriarchy was protesting the fact that 90 percent of the art inside is by white men. In the nation’s capital, it can be hard for protesters to stand out. 50 people, or even 500, holding signs and shouting hardly merits a second glance in this city of protests. That’s why Washington activists have to get creative. KEVIN WOLF/AP PHOTO
The Harlem Renaissance and how jazz became the highlight of the era
A combination of new souls and a new city created one of the most recognizable and celebratory genres of music - jazz. The Harlem Renaissance was defined by the light at the end of the tunnel that black Americans saw during the early 20th century. Jim Crow laws forced former slaves from the rural Jacob Summerville South to the northern urban STAFF REPORTER areas, a movement known as the Great Migration. Despite the continuous discrimination, limited opportunity and adjusting to the city culture, black American migrants decided to create several forms of art, which sparked the Harlem Renaissance. Of those contributions, jazz is the most prominent piece of the Harlem puzzle because of the cultural context in which it was produced and its relevance in the modern world. During the ‘20s, artists such as Duke Ellington and Billie Holiday started to emerge onto the jazz
scene. Along with several others, these artists became popular between both black and white audiences due to the innovative sound of jazz. After listening to a couple of songs by these Harlem artists, I noticed that none of them talked about the struggles of racism or blamed white people for their pain. Instead, their topics focused mostly on religion and love. This is fascinating to me, seeing that most contemporary artists write songs that complain about a bad relationship and other issues in their lives. The pioneers of the jazz genre did not focus on strife to create some of their greatest works. Instead, the majority of them took this migratory situation into their own hands and created another cultural aspect imperative to black Americans. Just to clarify, I do not think that singing about a break up makes a song bad. I am only recognizing that the artists during the Harlem Renaissance took a different route to express themselves and their culture musically. Another reason that jazz was the most
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important contribution from this time period is that it retains the most prevalence to a modern audience. Nowadays, people who read 1920s literature are most likely students reading for English class. Although the writings of that time definitely impacted the future of literature and poetry, jazz is a more significant contribution because it was an entirely new creation. Music is used for every contemporary setting you could think of: for weddings, birthday parties, driving, tailgaiting and funerals. I cannot think of a single day that I have lived without hearing music. Jazz has left its mark in the contemporary setting because it is still a widely performed genre and because once the Harlem Renaissance came to an end, ‘20s jazz created a ripple effect in the music industry, creating new variations of jazz. Just about every college music program has a jazz band, and I think that the reason this genre appeals to people is because jazz can have weird time signatures and quick tempos that give a
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sporadic-sounding, fast-paced rhythm to the piece. For the performers of jazz, improvisational solos within a piece means that no two performances will sound the same. Each piece retains its identity wile allowing the performer to customize the solo to their liking. This gives a free-spirited tone to the sound, something that the jazz artists from the ‘20s laid the groundwork for. And ever since the renaissance, jazz has so many subgenres that seemingly every genre of music was influenced in one way or another. Genres such as funk, R&B, bluegrass and rock all share roots in the Harlem Renaissance. From music junkies who wish to explore a new genre of music to the history buffs who want to know more about black America during the 1920s, Harlem jazz is an entertaining and informative music genre that has influenced modern artists and audiences in one way or another.
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The Lion’s Roar | Arts & Entertainment
Dancing in two programs JACOB SUMMERVILLE Staff Reporter
Two university students keep dancing throughout the winter season. Sarrah Gore, a member of the Lake Area Independent Winterguard and the university’s color guard, and Bailey Melancon, a member of the Voodoo Independent Winterguard, shared how they continue their passion for performing during the winter and spring seasons. Before joining the Lake Area winter guard, Gore marched in the winter guard throughout high school. A third-year member of the Lake Area winter guard, she joined the group after seeing one of its shows. “The vibe they gave off to
the crowd blew my mind away,” explained Gore. “I knew I wanted to be part of an organization that would help me grow as a performer and a person, and they did.” Melancon also started participating in the winter guard during high school. She started her journey at Hahnville High School in 2015, and after graduating, she joined the Voodoo Independent Winterguard in 2017. Melancon explained that her season in the winter guard lasts about two and a half months. “There are multiple competitions in the circuit I compete in, which is the Louisiana-Mississippi Color Guard and Percussion Circuit,” said Melancon. “They are held at various high schools throughout
the state each Saturday. This year, the season started Jan. 19 and ends March 30.” During the winter guard season, both Melancon and Gore practice for several hours during the weekend. Gore practices from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. once per weekend, and Melancon’s group practices from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Gore shared that winter guard allows the performers to create their own show as compared to color guard where the guard instructor collaborates with the band director. “We get to put in cool tricks we know we can do, whereas there may not be the time made for us in a marching season show,” discussed Gore. “Winter guard is really where members refine their skills, but marching
season is where you meet all of your friends for life. Also, there are things that you can’t do inside a gym that you can on a football field. So, both have amazing opportunities for growth and awesome work.” Although Gore and Melancon were not students when the university had a winter guard program, they both believe that the university should create a team. “I do think that Southeastern should start a winter guard program again,” stated Gore. “I think it is a great opportunity for people to get better at performing, and it keeps people busy and off the couch.” The former winter guard program reinforced Melancon’s
see WINTER GUARD, pg. 5 While the “Spirit of the Southland” color guard performs at home games during the football season, some students seek to continue performing in the winter. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar
Three different ways to publish a book
MAIAH WOODRING Staff Reporter
Members of the “Spirit of the Southland” color guard perform at home football games in the Strawberry Stadium. Other performances include Lionpawlooza at “Hot August Night” and “Strawberry Jam.” File Photos/The Lion’s Roar
Pursuing a graphic design career ERICA WELTER Staff Reporter
Nearly every corner of the modern world features graphic designs on movie posters, T-shirts, websites and advertisements. Graphic design garners attention worldwide, and Gary Keown, professor of graphic design, has been watching it evolve for the last 20 years. Keown said his interest in the field began in early childhood, thanks in part to his father. “Even at a young age, I was fascinated with signage and began building signage and advertising,” recalled Keown. “Also, my father was in advertising, and that certainly had some influence as well.” In 1996, Keown joined the visual art and design department and began developing the university’s graphic design curriculum. The department now offers a bachelor of arts with a concentration in graphic design. According
to the program’s website, course studies are built on professional practices, which emphasize creative problem solving and industry standard procedures to prepare students for the graphic design industry. Keown described the four-year program as one that explores various types of graphic design including publication, packaging, brochures and corporate identity. Keown explained, “Students also gain experience in motion design for movie and television application, web design and environmental design that includes physical projects such as signage, point-of-purchase, interior retail environments and ‘wayfinding’ or directional signage applications.” Once a student graduates from the graphic design program, they may face stiff competition for job opportunities. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics website, employment for
graphic designers is expected to grow four percent from 2016 to 2026. This rate is slower than the average for all occupations. Opportunities for employment exist both within Louisiana and around the world. Keown said, “There are alumni students from our graphic design program who are working in various advertising agencies, print companies, television stations and other venues in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Mandeville, Covington Mississippi, Texas, Alabama, Seattle, Washington DC, Vietnam, New York City, London and so on.” Keown noted the existence of 160 types of specialty work that a graphic designer might produce as technology changes. “It is an exciting field that continues to change through technology and conceptual base,” explained Keown. “It will continue to evolve. It has been suggested by large firms in New York City, for example,
that Times Square in the future will have 3D figure projections greet you on 7th Avenue promoting some product.” The responsibilities that modern graphic designers face are not spared from the field’s continued evolution. Keown shared his experience with the more recent changes to accountability. “The graphic designer is responsible for more things than in the past,” stated Keown. “Not only is that person responsible for the creation of the design work but is also responsible for the technical aspects of creating the publication, ad, package design, etc. through the prepress and production aspects.” According to Keown, research and creativity are not the only important aspects of graphic design. “The most important advice for a student pursuing a career in graphic design is to persevere,” shared Keown.
From acclaim by a major American newspaper to a student at the university, publishing has helped writers create a public image through their stories. Kent Wascom, a Washington Post-acclaimed author, David Armand, writer-in-residence, and Cedric Dent Jr., a senior social work major, chose to present their own stories to the public in different ways. Armand, who writes memoirs and poetry, explained the process of publishing through small-time university presses. “What they look for is the best work that they can find,” said Armand. “It doesn’t matter where it comes from, and the good thing is they’re never thinking, ‘Is this going to sell a lot of copies?’ If they like it, they’ll publish it.” Armand contrasted this frame of mind with larger publishers. “With big publishers, they might really like something, but they always look at the market,” explained Armand. “They’ll be like, ‘Well, yeah, but we can’t take this book right now because this kind of book doesn’t sell.’” Full-time authors should consider possible drawbacks to the occupation. “The downside is that you
don’t get the money for the books, but the upside is that you have a lot of control as far as a lot of times it’s how you want your book to look or where you want them to send it,” shared Armand. Wascom, who followed the traditional route of finding an agent for his historical fiction books, opted for a larger press, waiting three years to find one willing to publish his first book. “Having a publisher and having a contract that’s like, ‘We’re going to publish this book,’ puts me in a position of freedom that someone who’s not at that point yet, they don’t have,” said Wascom. A contract with his publisher helps to ease Wascom’s doubts. “I know in the back of my head that like, someone’s gonna read it,” shared Wascom. “It may not be super successful, but someone’s going to read it.” For Dent, self-publishing his book was the best route. “As a self-published author, I can say this was the way to go because I learned how to be independent in this process, but also ask for help when I needed it,” explained Dent. Dent offered advice for other students who might consider writing their own book. “If you have a passion for it, do it,” expressed Dent. “Everyone has a story, but it is up to you to tell it.”
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Using a passion for art as a creative outlet MADELINE CANCIENNE
mundane life. Staff Reporter While some people’s entire lives revolve around creativity, Many people live with others enjoy having a creative a 9-to-5 job, but a lack of outlet as a hobby. creativity could lead to a Faculty members formed
the band Impaired Faculties to combine their musical talents and have fun together outside of the office. Although the band members no longer play together, they are all still finding that creative outlet. “Impaired Faculties is on indefinite hiatus,” shared William Robison, head of the Department of History and Political Science. “Ralph Wood
and I are playing in a new band called Snake Hat with Ralph’s wife Angie and Jim Worthen. Meanwhile, Joe Burns is in a band called Papa Legba. Randy Settoon is working on songs with his old band Rokbox, and Dan McCarthy is busy being a dean.” In his experience, Robison has found that it is possible to manage work and play. “We rehearse when school
is not meeting,” said Robison. “It actually helps that we have a four and a half day schedule because we will rehearse on Friday afternoon after school closes or in the evening.” Robison shared why having a creative outlet is important to him. “It’s just so satisfying,” stated Robison. “I think creative outlets make you a little more human. It stirs your brain up. I couldn’t imagine not doing it. I’d go crazy.” Although Piper Y’Barbo, a freshman art major, loves her art, she feels undecided about the nature of her art. “I love drawing, and it’s always going to be a big part of my life, but making a career out of what you love can sometimes be incredibly difficult,” shared Y’Barbo. “Combining a career with a hobby, for me, led me to animation where animators supposedly have a large, steady wage. I’m just in the beginning of the art program, and I’m Students can find outlets like painting or coloring to spark their creativity or to relax. Some of these activities may be done at events like “Painting and Punch,” loving all of it. If I don’t head left, or done alone. File Photos/The Lion’s Roar into the animation career, I’m
sure I’ll have mentors ready to help guide my decision.” Burns, professor of communication and former member of Impaired Faculties, has developed his love for music since childhood. “I cannot remember a time when I wasn’t doing something with music,” explained Burns. “My mother tells me that even when I was in preschool, I would sing for show and tell day. My father had a uke, and mom had a guitar, and I just took them over. I learned piano, sax, tuba, banjo and some mandolin along the way. When it occurred to me that I wasn’t going to be a rock star, I chose to go into radio. I just wanted to be close to the music.” Burns finds himself at his happiest during the creation process. “That’s where the magic happens,” shared Burns. “The final product is nice, but it’s done. Let’s get on to the next thing.”
How artists find an audience and get the word out JOHNATHAN ZERINGUE Staff Reporter
Artists incorporate a variety of techniques to promote their work to the public. L’Oreal Willams, a freshman business administration major, discussed how social media has helped her promote her photography business, “L’Oreal Productions.” “I use a lot of social media to do promoting,” stated Williams. “I promote on Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, and in addition, I also work events around campus, and that’s how people find out I am a photographer. You never know who’s seeing your work.” Dr. Marc Settembrino, assistant professor of sociology, explained what led him to begin painting and sharing his work with other people. “A few years ago, I started painting just as a part of my human expression,” said
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Settembrino. “At first, it was experimental. Over time, I started sharing what I was doing with my friends on Facebook. One of the cool things about being on Instagram as well, is it exposes your art to people who may not know you or may not know you’re an artist.” For Casey Saba, a 2006 alumnus and musician, inperson promotion can be an effective tool as well. “In my personal opinion, nothing beats old-fashioned shaking hands and kissing babies,” shared Saba. “Digital promotion is fine, but the problem you run into is that everybody’s digitally promoting themselves. Word of mouth is powerful, so if you meet somebody and make them smile, they’re way more likely to come to the show than just seeing some random post.” In addition, Settembrino advertises his paintings to the community with the support of October 22) You might be upset at having your objectivity questioned in the handling of a dispute. But it would be wise to re-examine your feelings to make sure you’re being fair with both sides. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A family dispute creates mixed feelings about how you hope it will be ultimately resolved. Best advice: Stay out of it and let the involved parties work it through by themselves. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Making an effort to smooth over even the smallest obstacles now will go a long way to assuring that things run smoothly once you’re set to move on with your plans. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A challenge to your authority can be upsetting, but your longtime supporters want you to defend your position so you can win over even your most adamant detractors. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Being unable to get involved in a friend’s problem calls for an honest approach. Provide explanations, not excuses. Another friend might be able to offer support for your decision. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You find yourself swimming in circles, looking for some way to get back on a straight course. But things get easier once you’re able to refocus your energies. BORN THIS WEEK: You’re known for your charm and your wisdom, and there’s no one who wouldn’t want you to be part of his or her life. (c) 2019 King Features Syndicate
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the Hammond Art Guild. “I joined the Hammond Art Guild and started entering my work in different exhibitions the art guild was doing,” explained Settembrino. “The Hammond Art Guild is a community group of artists who help to promote each other’s work.” The Hammond Art Guild provides various opportunities for artists to reach out to the public. “The Hammond Art Guild will do different events throughout the year such as ‘Starry November Night’ and ‘Hot August Night’ where I can show my work,” said Settembrino. “People are out and about, and you get to interact with people that you normally would never interact with.” According to Settembrino, some artists face difficulties when finding venues to promote their art.
“In a place like Hammond, it gets difficult for them because there aren’t many galleries available,” stated Settembrino. “We have the regional arts center and the contemporary gallery on campus, but those are not really accessible to the individual artists.” Settembrino believes artists benefit from showing support to one another. Settembrino expressed, “The easiest routes to promoting my work has been through the Hammond Art Guild and through social media, but perhaps sometimes, I wish there was more of a community of artists that were fostering collaboration and working together.” Showcasing artwork to the public may require artists to stand out and make connections. “Artists who are really trying to get their work out there in a small town setting means they
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continued from pg. 4 decision to attend the university. Melancon said, “When I was a junior in high school, SELU took part in the 2016 winter guard season, and it made me so excited because I had decided that I was coming here in 2015. Winter guard is my favorite season.”
Casey Saba, a 2006 alumnus and musician, performs at Red, White and Brew. Performing at venues starts with Saba promoting himself. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar have to be a lot more creative whether it’s social media or events,” shared Settembrino. “If you are an artist, and you
Of her experiences in winter guard, Melancon explained that her favorite part is the intimacy of the experience. “It can be so personal, and the message a group can convey can be so powerful,” explained Melancon. “I would definitely encourage people to join because of all the freedom you have on that floor in competition.” Gore enjoys the winter guard because of
are looking to promote your work, the best thing you can is find a community that’s going to help you do that.”
the friends she has made through the team. “My friends are all very supportive, funny, sometimes annoying, but downright amazing,” shared Gore. “I wouldn’t trade them for the world. I encourage others to join because of the experience I had with Lake Area. They have changed my life two years, going on three, in a row, and I encourage others to find their passion that will constantly make them a better person.”
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Coaching football: a new chapter JOHNATHAN ZERINGUE Staff Reporter
A native of Garyville, Louisiana, Raymond Monica looks forward to joining the coaching staff as the assistant head coach of football for the 2019 season. Monica, who is in his 32nd year of coaching, explained why he took the position at the university. “The main reason I came here was because of coach Scelfo,” said Monica. “I know what he’s about. I know what type of person he is, and to me, you work for good people. It wound up being a great fit for me because I’m from this area. I grew up an hour away from here. All my family is within an hour or less from here. I’ve been on this campus many of times. The education they have here is outstanding, and it was one of those things I knew I wanted to do.” Frank Scelfo, football head coach, discussed his reasons for choosing Monica to fill the position. “He and I were on the same staff at the Blue-Gray All-Star game in 2002,” explained Scelfo. “He’s been coaching for a long
Raymond Monica has been hired as the assistant head coach of football for the next season. Monica was previously the head coach at Arkansas Tech University and has been coaching for 32 years. Courtesy of Sports Information time. He has all the qualities we want in a coach. He’s a family guy, a disciplinarian, a developer, and somebody you want on your staff. He’s a leader of men, head coaching and coordinator experience and checks every box. He’ll give us a different perspective. He’ll
take over a group of guys that need to be developed, and he’s perfect for the job.” Monica’s passion for football developed when he was a student. “I’ve always enjoyed playing the game since way back in elementary school,” shared
Monica. “I’ve always wanted to coach college football. The older I got, I had a goal of one day being an assistant coach in college and eventually being a head coach.” Monica previously served as the head coach at Arkansas Tech University, head coach
at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, defensive coordinator and assistant head coach at Temple University and defensive line coach at the University of North Alabama which won three consecutive national championships from 1993-1995.
Along with the coaching part of the job, Monica also enjoys hearing back from the alumni on how they are doing in life. “I started coaching in 1988,” stated Monica. “The thing I enjoy more than anything as a coach is that once the players graduate and come back, they talk about the type of job they have, how many kids they have, and how they’re doing in life. The thing is while we want to win games, when it’s all said and done, as you win championships, and you look at your championship rings, you think about the people more so than you think the games.” Monica is grateful for the opportunity to be on the coaching staff and is ready to begin preparation for the 2019 season. “I can’t tell you how much I appreciate coach Scelfo giving me the opportunity to be here at Southeastern,” expressed Monica. “I look forward to getting to know the guys that I’m coaching. I appreciate this football team and coaches for letting me into their family. I’ve been away from home for 32 years, and this is a place where I really wanted to be.”
Greek intramurals provide opportunities for bonding and socialization
During the spring semester, Greek organizations participate in their own leaugue for intramurals. These competitions go towards the Greek Cup awarded during Greek Week to the organization with the most points in sportsmanship and participation. File Photos/The Lion’s Roar DIAMOND HOLLINS Staff Reporter
The Greek Cup, which is awarded to the Greek intramural team with the most points in sportsmanship and participation, sets apart Greek and non-Greek intramurals. Jason Templet, coordinator of competitive sports, shared what makes Greek intramurals different from non-Greek intramurals. “The Greeks have their own separate leagues to better keep track of the Intramural Greek Champion Cup,” shared Jason Templet, coordinator of competitive sports. “By them always playing against each other, it helps to determine a clear winner. Some leagues are combined due to the number of participants, but ideally, you
would like to have the leagues separate to keep the champion points standings in proper order.” The distinction in intramurals exists at many other universities to allow for Greek bragging rights. According to Templet, both Greek and nonGreek intramurals promote a certain level of ambition in players. “When you have a lot of people wanting to compete against each other to show they are better, it creates good competition,” expressed Templet. “Also, by having the intramural points system, it is beneficial for the Greeks to participate in all the sports we offer.” Alpha Omicron Pi fraternity
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and so much more, modern protests should not be judged on a fictional civility principle. law, which some would forget. Many things are left for us to Nonviolence does not equal learn from that time including courtesy. Civil disobedience is how much public perception not the same as civility. matters to a protest. With a whole month reminding us of King, the civil disobedience he is known for, CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE
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Student-athletes admire the work ethic of pros
The men’s basketball team stretches to warm up before the game against Sam Houston State University. Athletes are commonly viewed as role models to both athletes and non-athletes alike. Gerard Borne/The Lion’s Roar JOHNATHAN ZERINGUE Staff Reporter
Professional athletes help shape other athletes’ games and character. Evan Pace, a senior catcher for the baseball team, shared how athletes can relate to professional athletes in their particular sport. “They’ve been through what we’ve been through,” said Pace. “Most of the baseball athletes have been to college, and the fact that they were out here grinding every day like we do is pretty cool.” Many student-athletes admire specific professional athletes because of certain qualities they exhibit during games. “Ever since I’ve been playing baseball, Buster Posey has always been my favorite,” shared Pace. “He’s one of the best catchers out there with the way he approaches the game and how calm, cool and collected he is while still being a leader.” Pace sets goals for himself based on Posey’s accomplishments. “He wins championships,” stated Pace. “He’s won some in college and in the pros. His championship mindset is how he has
always come around, and that’s how I want to be too.” Brennan Breaud, a senior infielder for the baseball team, looks up to infielder Javier Baez from the Chicago Cubs for inspiration. “He’s won his first World Series ring not too long ago, and I just like the way he plays,” expressed Breaud. “He plays hard, and he’s a big team guy. That’s kind of what we preach around here.” Moses Greenwood, a senior forward for the men’s basketball team, gets his inspiration from pro athletes and what they offer on and off the court. “My favorite professional players are Blake Griffin because of how dominant he is and Kawhi Leonard because of how he impacts the game on both ends,” shared Greenwood. “It’s not always about basketball. You can be inspired by them by what they do off the court and their charities.” Connor Wilson, junior golf player, aspires to model his craft and attitude based on the professional athletes that he respects the most. “For golf purposes, I like to look up to Tiger Woods,” said Wilson. “He’s set the bar for being an elite athlete. As a person, I like to look up to Drew Brees. He’s done a lot for New Orleans
and the community, and he’s a great person to look up to for motivation.” Wilson discussed why he feels anyone can be inspired by professional athletes. “They set the standard for all amateur athletes,” explained Wilson. “They set a bar, which allows someone to try to match what they do on a daily basis. It sort of gives us the motivation to be like them. While professional athletes may motivate numerous people, their fame and success sometimes come with a price. “Being an athlete, you always have the spotlight on you,” said Wilson. “You have to watch everything you say because the things you say, people will pick up on. It can be for good or bad.” Breaud commented on why professional athletes help him look forward to his future. “It’s good to look at other guys who are at their level,” stated Breaud. “They made it that far, so they have obviously been there for a reason. Taking experiences and seeing what they do on a day-to-day basis makes me hope to play at the next level one day.”
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makes rugby the sport that it is. “Rugby is kind of the physicality of football with the hitting, but you have to have the conditioning of like soccer because it’s an 80-minute game, and it’s two 40-minute halves,” explained Stevens. “So, you play for a full 40 minutes and have like a five minute break, and then another 40 minutes.” Even after having played rugby for a year before joining the university’s club, Stevens believes that the hardest part about the sport is the physical conditioning because he feels like he is “dying after 10 minutes.” Despite this, Stevens found “the brotherhood you make with the guys you’re playing with and even the respect that you get from the other team” make the training worth it. “On the field, it’s every
man for themself, between the two teams, but off the field, you’re friends,” said Stevens. “You hang out. You go to each other’s house.” As the rugby team continues to grow and recruit players, Dixon shared a goal that involves the Hammond community. Dixon stated, “We’d like to make sure, or like to continue to get the alumni around Southeastern and around Hammond involved with the program because we want ‘em to come out and enjoy the games to start with, but we want ‘em also to come out and engage and practice and talk to these guys and maybe even coach ‘em and teach ‘em a few things.”
intramurals because it gives me an opportunity to still play the games I have always loved to play,” explained Gunther. “It is also such a fun way to get closer to my sisters and have fun while doing it.” Joshua Ballard, captain of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity intramural basketball team, believes the games serve as a bonding experience. “I absolutely enjoy Greek intramurals because it gives my bothers and me a chance
to bond over sports that we all love,” said Ballard. “We get to play them as a team, a brotherhood and a fraternity.” Ballard discussed the unique quality of Greek intramurals. Ballard expressed, “Greek intramurals are unique because it levels the playing field, and it also allows an opportunity for any part of Greek life to bring home a championship to their respected organization.” Gunther feels the members of the Greek community can socialize and get to know one another through intramurals. “Although competitive factors are involved, it is a great way to get to know the people in the Greek community,” shared Gunther. “It is so unique because there is so much support from other Greek organizations who want to cheer you on during games or come watch and support.” Ballard stressed the games promote friendly competition and are “important in building relations between organizations and intramurals.”
Southeastern Rugby Club makes a comeback Staff Reporter
competitive program.” Dixon recalled an incident that occurred in January and made him proud. “A couple weeks ago, we played in the Louisiana collegiate tournament,” shared Dixon. “Comin’ back from the semester break, you know, we lost a few players. We picked up one or two players, and then we had to automatically go play at the end of January in this collegiate tournament where we only had 15 players. And those 15 players, I really believe they came together as a team a lot for this tournament because they had to play four games in one day.” With no reserves and no substitutes, the team came in second in the tournament. Cole Stevens played in the Louisiana Collegiate tournament. He discussed what
The oldest rugby program in the state of Louisiana made a comeback last semester, successfully reforming after a 13-year break. The rugby club finished its season this spring. Even with their season over, however, the rugby players are scheduled to attend tournaments including one in New Orleans on March 24. Mark Dixon, assistant head coach, is intent on fostering an ambitious spirit within the team. “We are striving as coaches and striving, trying to build this program so that it is a competitive program,” said Dixon. “There is always fun involved in all club sports and Since the Southeastern Rugby Club’s reestablishment last year, the club has been all athletics, but we are pushing recruiting players of all backgrounds. Many of the athletes, however, join with no the program to be a very prior experience. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar GREEK
continued from pg. 6 competes in intramural flag football in the fall and soccer in the spring. They have been flag football champions for two years in a row and earned the Female Greek Intramural Award for the past five years. Katherine Gunther, chapter president of Alpha Omicron Pi, shared why she enjoys playing intramurals. “I personally love
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Predicting the future of higher education Students often meet in the War Memorial Student Union to study and do homework together. Some research predicts that in 10 years, physical universities will no longer be a part of society. However, others believe a stricter stance will be taken on technology in the classroom. JACOB SUMMERVILLE/THE LION’S ROAR ERICA WELTER STAFF REPORTER
Opinions of how higher education will change by the year 2030 range from few alterations at all to the utter extinction of universities. In a Times Higher Education article titled “Future perfect: What will universities look like in 2030?” Warren Bebbington, former vice chancellor of the University of Adelaide, predicted that the digital revolution will taper out and eventually lead to limitations on technology. “Universities will ban laptops and smartphones from their classes to regain the lecture or seminar room as a place where multitasking is suspended in favor of sustained attention to a single topic,” said Bebbington. In the same article, Eric Cooke, a retired senior tutor from the University of Southampton, said the education system in its current adaptation will vanish when half of all U.S. jobs are lost to artificial intelligence by 2030. “In 15 years, we will have no students to teach,” explained Cooke. “Students want a good, professional job and degrees are evaluated against employability. But the professional jobs for which we currently prepare students will be done by intelligent machines. So, why would students take on the debts involved in undertaking a degree course as it is conceived today?”
Chloe Powell, a sophomore marketing major, shared her opinion about how the college classroom might look in 2030. “I think in the future, 10 to 15 years down the road, that we’ll probably be phasing out teachers and looking towards more technology-based school,” shared Powell. Allison Alario, a junior kinesiology major, believes traditional classrooms will likely be replaced by remote learning environments. “I think teachers will just video record their lectures and can do them live, and the students will have to go on at a certain time,” said Alario. Bringing the internet into higher education has given universities the ability to reach beyond the physical classroom. Some universities now offer classes, taught by notable educators, through the internet. One example is Harvard University’s HarvardX, which currently offers 130 courses. According to its website, students can audit courses for free or pay a small fee to receive a certificate. However, behind every online class is a teacher making sure students properly progress. Dr. Colleen Klein-Ezell, department head of teaching and learning, believes teachers will always be needed. “You still have to have that human
factor, that socio-emotional piece that a human brings that AI cannot bring,” stated Klein-Ezell. As the connection between students and the online world increases, students may lose connection with the real world. “They’re doing virtual field trips and all of this is just images coming through their mind,” explained Klein-Ezell. “They’re not experiencing it firsthand, and I see where that can make a big difference in a lot of their logical thinking and problem solving.” Critical thinking is important when navigating everyday events like job interviews and medical emergencies, and a heavy reliance on technology can leave a person vulnerable. “What happens one day when you can’t have access to technology for a minute or two?” said Klein-Ezell. “What does that do to their logical thinking? Are they relying too heavily on that readily available information?” According to Klein-Ezell, past generations may have missed opportunities for a lack of technology, but a dependence on technology should be avoided. “Technology has its place, but there needs to be a good balance between technology and human thinking,” said Klein-Ezell. Time will tell as to what lengths the educational system will assimilate current and future technologies by 2030.
Conference leading the way
Claudio Franc explains what “EvolveU” is to students potentially interested in participating in the leadership conference for high school students. SHAELYN MARTINEZ/THE LION’S ROAR ERICA WELTER STAFF REPORTER
The university invites students from Louisiana and surrounding areas for a one-day high school leadership conference. Sophomores, juniors and seniors can participate in “EvolveU” to improve their leadership skills. “The objective of the conference is to train and develop high school students to be productive leaders at their high school and in their community,” said Marjorie Parker, multicultural and international student affairs coordinator and conference chair. According to the university website, “Participants will have the opportunity to explore various aspects of leadership, meet other student leaders, and learn about and discuss leadership roles alongside Southeastern students, staff and faculty.” The event includes presentations, breakout sessions and discussions. Presenters for the conference have been encouraged to model their presentations on leadership coaching, communication skills, collaboration techniques and achieving balance. Skills to be addressed include understanding the importance of goal setting and plan development, preserving the impact of direct communication, and how to effectively negotiate within a group. Although the Office for Student Engagement hosts the event, multiple departments are involved in organizing it. Parker recommended the conference to any high
school students who want to take their leadership experience to the next level. “We hope that students take away that leadership can be fun and engaging,” explained Parker. “We really want to highlight the Southeastern student, as they are the ones who will leave a lasting impression on the high school students, and educate them to be better leaders. We want students to remember that Southeastern left a lasting impression on their leadership journey.” Up to 20 students and two faculty or staff members may attend from each high school. Interested students do not need a counselor’s recommendation to attend, but school staff may be contacted for follow-up on applications. A limited number of scholarships are available to cover the cost of attendance. Students wanting to apply for a scholarship should submit an application “along with a personal statement describing financial need, extracurricular activities and your career plans, one letter of recommendation and a copy of your high school transcript indicating a minimum GPA of 2.5,” according to the university website. The conference will be held on March 15 on campus. Participants will receive lunch, a T-shirt and giveaways. The cost to attend is $35, and the registration form is available on the university website until Feb. 22. Parker urged high school students to register early as space is limited, and spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Starting construction on Feb. 2, 2007, the Hurricane Katrina Memorial Fountain is a structure located in the Presidential Plaza near Fayard Hall. The Student Government Association administered a $250,000 capital outlay fund, which was funded through the students. The fountain was designed by Holly & Smith Architects of Hammond, and it was built by Cobalt Construction, Inc. of Slidell. On Aug. 29, the university
canceled 3 p.m. classes so that students could attend the memorial service, which was scheduled to happen. The impact of Hurricane Katrina caused about 1,500 students to discontinue their studies at the university following its reopening on Sept. 9, 2005. However, about 1,600 students enrolled at the university following the hurricane because they became displaced from their former institutions due to the storm’s damage.
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law violations were referred for disciplinary action. “According to the ASR, more drug law violations are reported to occur on campus than on non-campus property or on public property in or adjacent to campus,” stated Patrick Gipson, UPD lieutenant. Since moving, Walters noticed less exposure to marijuana though some remains in the parking lots around her current residence. She suggested how she would like on-campus marijuana use to be handled. “For one, the police on campus could actually take the matter seriously when someone complains,” shared Walters. “I’ve had friends who complained about their roommate several times before anyone even came to their room to check it out. It seems as if nothing is ever done consequence-wise on campus when someone is caught.”
continued from pg. 1 and further measures would be taken depending on whether it was used or being stored.” According to Julien, people should consider university policy and other people around them before smoking on campus. Julien said, “We have a lot of different students from different backgrounds who may be not too familiar with it, or maybe they can’t really be around it, so I don’t really recommend it being used on campus. Outside of campus, that’s your personal business.” The UPD daily crime log showed 11 possession of marijuana arrests made in Jan. 2019. Last year, in Feb. 2018, seven arrests were made. The 2018 Annual Campus Security Report recorded 16 drug law arrests on campus made in 2017 with half of them occurring in a residence hall. Another four drug