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June 13, 2017

Former student becomes trailblazer for LGBTQ+rights RIANA BRASELMAN Staff Reporter

One university student has made it her goal to be a voice for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning and other students in the state of Louisiana. Former student Niante Ricks has been advocating for the youth of the LGBTQ+ community by giving talks to high school classes and working with Louisiana legislators on laws that affect LGBTQ+ high school students. “Some students feel like going to school is an escape from what’s happening at home,” said Ricks. “But they’re also going to school with the same exact problems because they don’t have anybody there to protect them from the backlash that they’re getting from parents because they don’t accept their lifestyle. They’re still getting knocked down by their peers or teachers that aren’t there to protect them.” Ricks started working towards her cause when she was at Sci Academy. “By my senior year in high school, I’d learned so much about myself and the world around me,” said Ricks. “That pushed me to do the project that I did my senior year in high school, which was fighting for LGBTQ+ rights in schools to stop bullying and discrimination.” Ricks had decided to start small by going classroom to classroom, giving presentations to students in the lower grades. “For my project, I went around to different grades,” said Ricks. “I taught them lessons about LGBTQ+ bullying and what it means to be a bully and if you may not know that how they discriminate by the things you say. I saw how many eyes I opened.”

Getting more involved with the LGBTQ+ community, Ricks discovered state legislation that impacted LGBTQ+ students. “There’s this law known as the ‘No Promo Homo’ law,” said Ricks. “They prohibit teachers from being an advocate for LGBTQ+ students in school because they want to stop teachers from showing students that it’s a positive way to go. So, teachers aren’t allowed to step in and break up LGBTQ+ bullying because then they’d be violating that law. In doing research on it, I found out that a lot of teachers don’t know about this law. They aren’t aware that you can’t advocate for LGBTQ+ students inside of schools.” According to the organization GLSEN, there are currently eight states in the United States that have these laws put into place, Louisiana being among this number. “I’m still working with getting laws changed so I get things to move forward in Louisiana,” said Ricks. “I also want to start small and build different programs and branch outside of the state of Louisiana because we aren’t the only ones that don’t have laws protecting LGBTQ+ students.” Some of the ideas Ricks has to improve attitudes towards LGBTQ+ students is to give students a safe environment to express their support for students within the community. “I didn’t know there were different holidays dedicated to us LGBTQ+ students,” said Ricks “So, those should be initiated into some schools, or if students want to, they have the option to participate in like Day of Silence. LGBTQ+ kids can participate in that. That’s what I’m also trying to initiate to schools and not make it a constant thing but have it to where they’re making kids

aware. I’m also trying to get different clubs started like GayStraight Alliance or Prism. The LGBTQ+ kids would like to have a home and then also you can incorporate straight kids into those programs as well so they can feel like they have support outside of their own community.” Ricks grew up in New Orleans and has had a personal connection to the LGBTQ+ youth community since middle school. “When I was in middle school, I came out to my mom,” said Ricks. “Coming out to her was kind of rough for the both of us because it was something that she was new to, and it was also something I was new to. So, we had many differences with it. When I was in high school, that’s when I wasn’t living with my mom anymore. As time went on, I started living with different family members outside of my mother. Personally, when I got to high school, I didn’t get many problems from my peers. Coming out of middle school, it was different because kids were like ‘What’re you doing?’ I lost friends. I did lose a lot of friends when I first came out.” Since high school, Ricks and her mother have reconciled and are moving forward in their relationship together. After high school, Ricks enrolled at the university, and she wants to keep advocating for LGBTQ+ youth in the future. Ricks has observed her fellow LGBTQ+ peers and their interactions on campus. “I know that there are LGBTQ+ students on campus, but I really did not see much of them or if there are clubs and organizations that exist for the LGBTQ+ community,” said Ricks. “I feel like there should have been more awareness if there was a club or organization

Former athletic training major Niante Ricks has led talks to high school classes and worked with Louisiana legislators in the hopes of advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Since coming to campus, Ricks has noticed a lack of organizations available to LGBTQ+ students and has hopes for this to change. Zack Smith/The Verbatim Agency for Option B because I would have joined or became an advocate. The only time I’ve ever actually seen that community be together was, I think, in the fall semester. We had some church people on campus, and they were just going back and forth. That’s literally the only time I’ve ever seen them come together that way. Other than that, I haven’t

seen much. I don’t know if it’s because they don’t want to be judged or if it’s because nobody’s actually taking action to say stuff or be out there.” Ricks believes advocating for the LGBTQ+ youth can be as small as treating people with respect. “People have to embrace that community by just making

people feel at home and not so much of an outcast,” said Ricks. “I know how it can feel like you don’t fit in somewhere. Start small. Get a little bit of a group of LGBTQ+ kids starting an event to have our voices being heard. Probably get some people to come and also join over. I feel like that can be a big step forward.”

Cancer survivor speaks at recent Tangipahoa Professional Women’s Luncheon REGINA PERGOLA Staff Reporter

At the Tangipahoa Professional Women’s Organization luncheon, recent Ponchatoula High School graduate Emily Hines gave a speech. She talked about her battle with acute promyelocytic leukemia and how she managed to survive the cancer while maintaining a 3.6 GPA and scoring a 30 on the American College Testing, ACT. Her speech was aimed to motivate others to not give up when faced with adversity. “I am a 17-year-old leukemia survivor,” said Hines. “Adversity is something that everybody faces in their life. I missed out on my entire senior year because I just finished chemotherapy December 3rd of 2016. Cancer has made me a better person, and it has given me more blessings than any that it could have taken away from me. The Tangipahoa Professional Women’s Organization hosted a luncheon where Before I had cancer, I struggled with social they celebrated the journey of Emily Hines’ battle with acute promyelocytic anxiety, which is crazy because now I have leukemia. Hines is a recent graduate of Ponchatoula High School who speaks on sang in front of 9,000 people, and then behalf of the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Regina Pergola/The Lion’s Roar headed over to chemotherapy right after.

Even now, people go, ‘How do you do this?’ and ‘How do you not get nervous?’ Well, people don’t think that little cells you can’t even see with your naked eye are far scarier than any person can ever be. I take that newfound confidence, and I just run with it.” Hines has traveled twice to California to speak on behalf of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and to Washington D.C. to speak about funding to state representatives. The makeup company, Mary Kay Cosmetics, had a representative set up a table with samples of their products at the Tangipahoa Professional Women’s Organization luncheon on May 24 from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Rosaryville Spirit Life Center. “Well, I think it’s a great group,” said Diane Pierce, an independent sales director with Mary Kay. “I am actually a co-founder. We went to some meetings in Mandeville to their professional women’s group and decided we needed a group like

that in our area here. So, we started it eight years ago. I think it’s very needed in this area, women supporting women. I love that we do support each other, and we do support locals. It’s such a fun group to be with.” Monica Bourque runs a mobile boutique. She placed little goodies on the table at every place for the women attending the meeting. “I’ve been part of TPW for over a year and these ladies are just amazing, and they just push you to be the best you can be, and they support you in all of your challenges,” said Bourque. “I don’t think women have enough of that in their own lives. I am feeling really blessed to be a part of this group.” TPW supports students through scholarships, and at their next meeting in June, they will be awarding 16 $1,000 awards to students. Otherwise, TPW aims to help business women expand their network and have a support system to help grow their own ambitions.

Louisiana universities allowed to continue selling college-affiliated beers JONATHAN RHODES Staff Reporter

Louisiana lawmakers recently ditched a ban proposed by Caddo Parish Representative Cedric B. Glover to the House Committee on Education and the Workplace to get rid of college-affiliated or sponsored beers for all Louisiana schools. The ban was shelved after it met some opposition and after Glover was convinced that a conversation on the subject has started. He is worried about how university endorsed

alcohol will increase binge drinking and alcohol abuse. University leaders stated that branding beer is one way that they fill up budget gaps after millions of dollars have been defunded from higher education. Schools that have such branding deals are Louisiana State University with Tin Roof Brewing Company’s Bayou Bengal Lager and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with Bayou Teche Brewing for Ragin’ CajunsTM Genuine Louisiana Ale. Owner of Blackened Brew

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Anthony Donze believes that there is nothing wrong with Louisiana colleges endorsing beer and that it will not increase irresponsible drinking. “You have college kids who are 21 and up,” said Donze. “It is such a big part of the community, like Gnarly Barley is a big part of the Hammond community and Tin Roof is a big part of the Baton Rouge community. I don’t know how much money it produces for education, but it has to be a decent amount. Alcohol will always be a part of college.

You can’t always look at it as a bad thing. You have to find the good in something and use it for the best even if that means using a brewery and co-oping with them to make beer. I don’t see anything wrong with that.” Representative Chris Broadwater made a point in a “U.S. News” article that not giving the universities every opportunity they can get to generate money could “Do harm to the youth of our state.” He also stated that it would be ironic if lawmakers made it legal for LSU and Southern

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University to grow medical marijuana, which is illegal, and “Prohibit them from profiting off of something that is legal.” “The breweries are not stupid, and the schools are not stupid,” said Donze. “They aren’t going to promote beer to underage kids. In this day and age, if an underage kid wants to get alcohol, they will get alcohol. If the school uses it for the betterment of the students and to help make school affordable, then I don’t State lawmakers have agreed to allow see anything wrong with it.” universities to sell their affiliated beers despite a ban proposal. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar Stay Connected With Us!

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Students become immersed in French The Southeastern Promise prepares for culture while abroad its first trial in fall 2017 RIANA BRASELMAN Staff Reporter

French professor Aileen Mootoo is taking students to Paris, France where they will see landmarks like the Eiffel Tower during the study abroad trip. Courtesy of Aileen Mootoo Several departments at the university have created study abroad programs providing students a chance to travel to different countries around the world each focusing on their own academic purpose. Some trips include traveling to Cuba for sociology, studying business in Panama or exploring London to learn about communication and theatre. French professor Aileen Mootoo has organized a trip to Montpellier and Paris, France, in order to help students immerse themselves in French language and culture. “The name of the program is called French Language and Culture,” said Mootoo. “There are two goals. One is a language goal, and the other one is a culture goal.” While in France, students will take classes in the southern city of Montpellier, and then they will visit the famous city of Paris for three days. “The reason why I chose south of France

versus us staying in Paris the whole time is because in Paris, you can really get by without speaking the language,” said Mootoo. “I chose the south because it’s a more relaxed environment so students can be fully immersed and begin to start thinking in the language.” After their classes in the mornings, the university students will be participating in an array of activities. On the itinerary, is a guided excursion to Arles, the city where the famous painter Vincent van Gogh lived. “We’ll actually walk around in the little city where van Gogh spent a year,” said Mootoo. “He painted, and we’re expecting to go to the hospital where he cut his ear off. Even in the garden where he painted, we’re standing right there.” Other activities may include a walking tour of Montpellier, a crepe party, a wine and cheese tasting event and a visit to a Mediterranean beach. “The students will have some free time to explore the city of Montpellier,” said Mootoo. “Those are activities for the afternoon after class. They will be local. We’re scheduled to have half of a day where students will go on a bus. We’ll go to La Camargue, which is a protected nature area, and we visit there.” While in Paris, students will be able to visit several famous landmarks. “We will be in Paris for three nights,” said Mootoo. “When we get to Paris, one of the things that is part of the program is going to the Musée d’Orsay, which is a former train station. Then, part of the plan is to do a boat tour. There’s a river that runs through Paris, and you can see a lot of the landmarks of Paris on this cruise. Then, the rest of the time I’m going to allow the students to do guided activities of their preference.” Overall, Mootoo hopes that the students’ time in France will be eye-opening and impactful. “The goal is that they would have a lifechanging experience on the language level and be culturally impacted somehow,” said Mootoo.

Lee accredits her success to a path paved by God LARSHELL GREEN Editor-in-Chief

Shanna Caprice Lee, a recent university graduate student in communication sciences and disorders, has recently been awarded the Frederick Douglass Fellowship to Howard University in Washington, D.C. The award includes a full tuition waiver and a yearly $20,000 stipend. In order to receive the fellowship, Lee was required to submit three letters of recommendation, a five-page scholarly academic or research writing sample, undergo an interview and state how the opportunity would benefit her career. The purpose of the award is to assist doctoral-level students who will soon join Howard University Graduate School in the fields of arts and humanities and social and behavioral science. Lee also obtained her bachelor’s degree at the university in communication sciences and disorders and is thankful for the newly earned fellowship. “It is a complete honor to be one of the recipients to win the fellowship,” said Lee. “All the glory belongs to God. I hope to gain research and, or teaching experience that will supplement my future career goals.” Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders Dr. Lillian Stiegler praised Lee, naming her in the top two percent of students that she has worked with in her 23 years on staff at the university. “From her undergraduate days until the present, Caprice’s intellect and work ethic have been prized and respected by our entire faculty,” said Stiegler. “She is always thoughtful and thorough in her work and has the persistence to stick to tasks until they are not simply completed, but beautifully so. I also want to emphasize that no matter what the task is, Caprice shows up.” Stiegler is confident in Lee’s ability to complete the fellowship successfully. “I have no doubt that Caprice will be successful in your program, or that the faculty will enjoy working with her,” said Stiegler. “I feel that we have been lucky to have her with us for her undergraduate and graduate programs.” Lee admits that her

personality is a reflection of her upbringing in the small town of Monroe, Louisiana. She is often referred to as an “old soul,” a trait she believes she developed from her parents Charley and Lucille Lee, grandparents and aunts. “I was raised with a collaborative effort of many people,” said Lee. “I was taught to be respectful, to be honest, to love, to be diligent, to share, to be obedient and to treat others as I wanted to be treated.” Due to being a member of a family with similar career goals, Lee admits that she made a decision about her career in her teens. “My caring and compassionate nature is what facilitated my interest in the health care field,” said Lee. “I come from a family of several rehabilitation specialists, two of which are speech- language pathologists.” After being offered an academic scholarship by the university and gaining knowledge of the CSD program, Lee felt that divine intervention influenced her final decision. “I feel like the Lord led me to the school that was fit especially for me,” said Lee. After officially becoming a Lion, Lee wasted no time getting involved in several campus events and competitions such as the Miss Black and Gold Pageant by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., the 2016 Miss Southeastern pageant, Sustainability Day and The Big Event. Lee also worked at the Rec Sports and Wellness Student Activity Center as a control desk worker and equipment issue attendant. As a graduate

student, she worked for the Center for Student Excellence and the Sustainability Center. As another opportunity to advance her knowledge of her career in communication sciences and disorders, Lee got the opportunity to participate in the American Speech- Language Hearing Association’s Minority Student Leadership Program class of 2015. Stiegler believes that Lee’s personal and professional attributes will benefit her during the program. “She is highly curious about her chosen field and delights in broadening her knowledge base,” said Stiegler. “She is emotionally mature, flexible and even-tempered. I have honestly never seen her show the signs of stress that are so common among graduate students. She communicates very well orally and in writing. She seems to love discussing interesting topics and clinical situations. She is highly organized and detail-oriented and has impeccable leadership skills. I admire the way she treats others with dignity and respect. She is warm and friendly and collaborates well with absolutely everyone, fellow students, faculty, administrators, clients and their families.” In her upcoming years, Lee plans to fulfill roles as a wife and mother and establish a scholarship for college, all while continuing on a path in which she can serve God. “Praying specifically and strategically allows me to allow God to ultimately make my decisions easy,” said Lee. “I let him decide.”

Shanna Caprice Lee recently graduated with a master’s degree in communication sciences and disorders. Lee won a fellowship to Howard University in Washington, D.C. She believes her success is due to her strong faith in God and dedication to her career. Courtesy of Indy Photography

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The Southeastern Promise has received a positive reception as it prepares to be implemented in the fall. Since its announcement in April, no changes have been made to the Southeastern Promise. “I’ve had a lot of feedback from parents and from students who are either entering freshmen, are considering Southeastern or are graduating who have said this is gonna make a difference at Southeastern,” said Dean of College of Nursing and Health Sciences Dr. Ann K. Carruth. “This is gonna make a difference in my child’s life to be able to come to Southeastern. We can budget, and we know that this is gonna motivate our child to get finished in a timely manner, become an emerging adult and transition to the real world. I’ve had absolutely no complaints. I’ve had no one say anything negative about it. It’s been overwhelmingly positive in the community and among faculty here at Southeastern.” A primary feature of the Promise is a guarantee not to raise the tuition for committing freshmen while they work towards their degree. The 20152016 fiscal year annual report from the Controller’s Office listed student tuition and fees as making up about 92 percent of operating revenues and almost 62 percent of operating and non-operating revenues. With cuts made or considered for higher education state funding, universities rely more on tuition. “While there is an obvious financial risk, we believe that this risk can be offset through enrollment increases realized by improvements in both

As a new program, unanticipated challenges may follow the Southeastern Promise. Once the Promise is in action, administration plans to assess the program to see if it met its goals and if any changes are necessary. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar recruitment and retention,” said Vice President for Administration and Finance Sam Domiano. “Our aim is that this unique offering will attract new students who previously may not have considered attending Southeastern as well as increase student retention and progression, which could have a positive impact on revenues in both self-generated revenues and state support.” According to the Office of Institutional Research, first year retention rates have been on a general decline since 2011, dropping from 67.2 percent to 62.6 percent in 2015. The Southeastern Promise is one way to try reversing that trend. “Southeastern is always looking for ways to help our students succeed,” said President John L. Crain. “Several new endeavors, including a revamp of our freshman success course SE 101, launch of The Mane Event, a co-curricular program developed jointly by the divisions of Student Affairs and Academic Affairs,

implementation of academic checkpoints for faculty to provide students with their grade status one-quarter and one-half way through the semester, and continued hosting of focus groups of the Provost’s Office to gather first-hand information on what students feel the university can do better to help them be successful, are just a few things to look for this fall.” The future of the program and any changes will depend on an evaluation of its success once implemented. Described as the first of its kind, the Promise may yield unanticipated challenges. “As with any new program, you have to start somewhere,” said Crain. “Since this program requires an upfront commitment by both the university and the student, the obvious initial group to include was our incoming beginning freshmen. As we assess the program and monitor its success, we will be better positioned to consider opportunities to expand the program moving forward.”

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We should respond to terrorism like Ariana Grande I can’t remember the last time I heard of an attack at a concert like the one in Manchester. Say what you will, but it’s impossible to deny Ariana Grande’s reaction to the attack is anything but Zachary Billiot sincere and Staff Reporter resilient. For those of you that don’t know, a suicide bomber detonated a bomb after one of Ariana Grande’s concerts in Manchester, England, on May 22. In total, 22 adults and children were killed. I can’t imagine the pain that she feels. Even worse, I hate to imagine the pain the families of the victims feel. At just 23 years old, 22 of her fans were

killed, some as young as eight years old. However, in the face of this terrorism, she didn’t crack. All you have to do is read any of the news articles about the things she’s doing for the victims’ families. After the attack, she personally visited injured fans in hospitals in Manchester, enlisted the help of the British Red Cross to raise support for the victims and just recently hosted the One Love Manchester benefit concert, which raised $3.5 million for the victims. She has constantly pushed the idea that love will always triumph and that we should not let hate win. That is something that each and every one of us can learn from. Make no mistake, this was a terrorist attack. That doesn’t

mean we have to react with terror. Instead, we should follow in Ariana’s footsteps. Respond with grace and let others know that we have their back. Don’t give in and let terrorists see us crack. Instead, we should come together, stronger than ever, and show everyone that we will not falter. That’s the kind of stance we should always have towards acts of terror. I see a lot on social media when an act of violence like this happens. People are quick to jump to conclusions. People will go, “Oh, this group is responsible for it. This is why we shouldn’t allow them here,” or, “This kind of thing wouldn’t happen if we just did this thing.” I’m sparing details, of course, but typically, these kinds of posts I

see are directed at one group of people for the actions of a few, or one in this case, and often come with irrational fear that is misplaced and given little thought. Admirably, I haven’t seen much of that with the Manchester attack. Maybe I haven’t looked too hard, but so far, the message being spread seems to be “Come together, be safe and be loved.” I can’t agree more with that ideology. We don’t always have to react to violence with wilder violence. We can fight certain battles without ever lifting a weapon. We can be better than the enemies who attack innocent children in places they’re supposed to feel safe and welcome. We have the power to do that.

Productivity may continue even after classes end In my personal opinion, one should approach summer without the mindset of “Oh, it’s summer. Time to not think for three months.” Now, this does not mean that it is not a time to de-stress from school. This Regina Pergola time period Staff Reporter is best used preparing. How many hours have students wasted because they did not think ahead to schedule out their week? There are things students can do over the summer to prevent stress during the school year. However, summer is also a time to relax. People can prepare for the school year in little ways, taking a couple hours out of a week to

focus their mind in an attempt to avoid the dullness that comes from not adding anything new to their schedule. This doesn’t need to be complicated or hard. For example, I made a Pinterest board to which I pinned different ways to take notes and write essays. This took me maybe five minutes during my browsing-for-fun time, but if I review these pins before and during the school year, it might help me advance. Another simple and obvious but understated way to prepare is to work during the summer. It can’t hurt to put in the time and effort of getting and maintaining a job. This has short-term effects, such as some savings or pocket change, and long-term effects, such as building characteristics

those future employers look for. Personally, I think that it is never too soon to have one, two or however many jobs as necessary. Working menial jobs at the beginning of one’s college career will ensure that one is able to move past them by the time one has moved on from their college education. Also, having a job is beneficial because it keeps the mind active during the summer instead of letting it fall into a vegetative state. Now, summer is also a time for relaxing, traveling and doing whatever else there is not time for during the busy school weeks. Personally, I say take time off, go on a trip, explore and adventure. There is nothing wrong with taking time to do something because

of a want rather than a need. I would advise pushing oneself in periods between relaxing If students want to start a business in their future, I’d advise working on it now no matter how new to the college life they are. I am an upcoming sophomore in Fall 2017. During my first year at the university, I was able to make connections. I was able to rely on my network when I decided to launch my business. So, find a way to do small things now to save time, energy and stress from the future days of busy school and work life. Also take time to relax and do something that isn’t possible to do during a hectic week of work. Balancing one’s life during the summer can lead to a more balanced school year.

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What is your top goal this summer? “To make money and buy a car.” Chrystal Cavalier Senior, Social Work

“I want to make sure that my students that are transitioning from high school have the right tools that they need in order to succeed in college.” Frank Newton Jr. Transition Adviser, Student Support Services “I think to find a balance between classes and relaxing.” Randi Ditta Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

“To finish school up and graduate next semester.” Nicholas Jackson Senior, Kinesiology

“I’m taking summer courses at a community college, so I’m getting my GPA up as well as making as much money as I can in the summer months, so I can have some money for spending in the fall.” Sydnie McClinton Junior, Biological Sciences “Make as much money as I can and goof off as much as I can. I’m not taking summer classes, so I’ll probably just relax and take it easy ‘cause last semester was kind of stressful.” Barrett Creech Senior, Computer Science “To gain some new knowledge about different topics in my field.” Nicala Edwards Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

“Get 100 percent healthy. I had a knee injury, so getting 100 percent healthy.” Onochie Ochie Graduate Student, Organizational Communication

“To pick up my GPA, honestly.” Gabrielle Levet Junior, English

“Top goal for the summer is to move forward to graduating. That is pretty much what I need to do. I’ve been here too long. It’s time to go. It’s a great school, but it’s time to go.” Randy Harris Senior, General Studies “Well, I just got a job here at the school, and I’m really enjoying it. So, my goal is to just get better at it and move up.” Kristen Lebo Sophomore, Undecided

“Get through all my classes, get a good GPA and get over cumulative 2.0.” Trey Broussard Sophomore, Occupational Safety, Health and Environment

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The Lion’s Roar | Arts & Entertainment

A trio of Lions present a variety of works at local ‘Lion Pride’ exhibition ANNIE GOODMAN Staff Reporter

The Hammond Regional Arts Center is showcasing three alumni during the month of June. “I think the ‘Lion Pride’ exhibit is a wonderful reflection of the very talented artists SLU is turning out,” said HRAC Executive Director Katherine Marquette. The opening reception for “Lion Pride” was held Friday, Jun. 2 from 5-8 p.m. and featured artwork by Elliott Stokes, Jordan Hartney and Lauryn LeBoeuf. “I began proposing a show at the HRAC last summer attempting to exhibit my Registration series from 2015-16,” said Stokes, one of the featured artists. “In October, November, HRAC put on their CopyCat exhibition in which I submitted a few paintings. During instillation of CopyCat, Katherine proposed the idea to me of doing a group show with Lauryn and Jordan, two of my former colleagues. I obliged.” Stokes makes abstract artwork and has displayed

his art numerous times at HRAC. “It’s always a good feeling to exhibit your artwork in venues where you’ve attended many other exhibitions,” said Stokes. “Showing artwork at HRAC is a rite of passage in a way, due to its close alliances with SELU and with the Hammond community. My first time attending a lecture at HRAC, my drawing instructor, Ben Diller, actually used one of my drawings in his lecture, and it blew my mind. Having shown my work independently multiple times at HRAC in the three years that have followed, really makes me think my artwork has come full circle.” Hartney is inspired by what she sees around her. “I believe the inspiration for my art comes from my surroundings,” said Hartney, one of the featured artists. “To see our environment and the beauty that surrounds us, is inspiration in its entirety. The connections with everything around us, life and all living things, is the epitome of inspiration.” Marquette enjoys LeBoeuf’s art and owns two pieces LeBoeuf presented at a show in October of 2016.

“I have been a big fan of Ms. Lauryn LeBeouf’s artwork for a long time,” said Marquette. “Her work is really affordable, which is great. It allows people to collect original art, which is the best. Art should be able to be enjoyed by all, not simply the very wealthy.” Marquette believes that though the artists have different styles, their works go well together. “Curating any art show is all about finding artists whose artwork works well next to each other in the space,” said Marquette. “The art styles are really diverse, but still complement each other in some way.” “Lion Pride” is a show Marquette curated to present the community with works created by local talent. “I think it’s essential that HRAC strike the perfect balance of displaying talent from within the local community and exposing the community to professional artists working outside as well,” said Marquette. “With this show, it’s a great example of the quality of artists we have in our own back yard, so to speak.”

Hammond Regional Arts Center presents “Lion Pride.” Jordan Hartney, left, Lauryn LeBoeuf, middle left, and Elliott Stokes, right, present their artwork in this exhibit. The “Lion Pride” exhibit will be up until June 30. Annie Goodman/The Lion’s Roar

A home brewing hobby transforms into a new business venture for alumnus

Reine steps up as the latest executive editor of the Manchac Review

ZACHARY ARAKI

ZACHARY ARAKI

Staff Reporter

Staff Reporter

Joe Ribando turned his love of beer and home brewing into owning his microbrewery, Low Road Brewing. Ribando graduated from the university in 1988. He opened Low Road Brewing in late March this year. “About three years ago, I was bored, had nothing to do, so I started going to different breweries to try beer,” said Ribando. “It was a lot of fun, so I visited almost every brewery in Louisiana. All vacations were based on where breweries were. I started home brewing three years ago. One thing led to another. I love craft beer. I just want everybody else to have the same opportunity I did.” The name, Low Road Brewing, alludes to the section of Highway 51 between Laplace and Hammond and matches the brewery’s road theme. Ribando used inspiration from the breweries he visited. “Everyone had their little twist,” said Ribando. “What I tried to do is take what I liked from each one and apply it here. The board I have has got ABV and IBU very prominent. They have the color of the beer. When you’re first learning craft beer, you want to know if it’s going to be that dark beer or is it going to be a lighter beer. So, on the board you can see that. To the flights, having cards on the back of the beers so you can easily see what beer you’re drinking without having to try to figure it out. Little things like that, but the main

Former Executive Editor of Manchac Review Kim Calhoun has moved on to other pursuits while Samantha Reine takes lead of the publication. The Manchac Review is a creative journal open to submission by anyone in various categories such as fiction and poetry. Reine prepared to step into her new role as executive editor of Manchac Review. “From what I know, when Kim first took on Manchac, it was kind of in this skeleton state where there wasn’t much to go by,” said Reine. “She’s brought it up so much. She’s worked so hard to get it where it is. For me to come into that, an introvert after an extroverted person, I feel like it’s going to be difficult for me to reach up to her level, but a lot of my professors have told me that I can. I just have to be extroverted, so we’re gonna see. It is scary, but it is exciting at the same time.” Despite the position shift, Calhoun will remain involved with Manchac Review. “I am not leaving the Manchac Review per se, but I accepted another offer within the English department that I could not turn down,” said Calhoun. “I’ll be a teaching assistant this fall and a teaching fellow in the spring of 2018. Along with my writings and poetry ventures, one of my goals is to teach. I absolutely love working with students and the work I do in the Writing Center. Therefore, the TA, TF position will continue to prepare me for that effort. I’ve also been offered an opportunity to teach freshman English at Southern University in Baton Rouge this fall, and I am gearing up for that.” Reine joined the review about a year ago as the fiction editor. Calhoun described her growing friendship with Reine. “I first encountered her in a poetry workshop class, and I thought her writing style was quite fabulous,” said Calhoun. “She can also draw and often creates illustrations for her works. She does a spot-on British accent. She’s fun, but she is also a serious thinker, and she appreciates As the new Executive Editor for the Manchac Review, literature deeply. She will critique a work down Samantha Reine hopes to help the publication grow to the last period, and I think it’s those types and reach more people. Zachary Araki/The Lion’s Roar

University graduate Joe Ribando moved from home brewing to opening his own microbrewery, Low Road Brewing, in late March. He joins two other local breweries in Tangipahoa Parish. Ribando visited other breweries in Louisiana to find inspiration for his own business. Zachary Araki/The Lion’s Roar thing was getting good beer and trying to find beers that had lots of flavor and tasted the way you liked it.” Low Road Brewing keeps 30 taps. Customer favorites include the Lemon-Blueberry Ale and the Peanut Butter Porter. “Everybody’s got a different palate,” said Ribando. “A lot of people like IPAs, so I have two IPAs that people like. A lot of people just like porters, so I tell people, ‘It’s whatever’s on your palate.” Ribando joined Hammond’s two other local breweries in Tangipahoa Parish. Relations among the businesses resemble a fraternity type friendship more than competition. “It’s like a brotherhood,” Ribando said. “I mean Zac at Gnarly Barley is a great guy. He’s helped me out a great deal when I was home brewing. Andy at the Louisiana Purchase is brand new. He’s great. We help each other out,

no competition at all. We’re all in it together, and we all just want to make better beer. I tell people all the time, ‘Today is the peanut butter at the Gnarly Barley. You need to go buy that. It’s a great beer.’ ‘When you leave here, don’t forget to go to the Louisiana Purchase. They’re open just down the street.’” The presence of breweries can encourage economic growth and attract visitors. “The more breweries you have is gonna bring tourists in,” Ribando said. “It’s not just for local people. When people travel, they look for different breweries, and if you’ve got three, four breweries in the same area, you’re gonna get people stopping to try those beers and put money into the economy. So, I’m excited that we have three breweries. I’d love to see more.” Low Road Brewing is located at 1110 C M Fagan Drive.

of considerations that make a great writer and editor.” Reine enjoys the submissions Manchac Review receives from various people. “When it’s a piece of fiction, whether it’s poetry or fast fiction or just a chapter from a story, it’s very interesting to see what people come up with,” said Reine. “I feel like that’s my favorite part. It’s kind of the main reason I went into it. I like reading other people’s stories. I get inspired very easily, so to see these other people, younger and older, working very hard towards their dream and publishing their stuff, it inspires me to be better and to publish my own stuff.” Calhoun reflected on her time as the executive editor. “I’ve gotten to connect with so many unique students,” said Calhoun. “I’ve learned many things about the publishing process.” Reine hopes to help Manchac Review continue growing. “I want people to get it out there,” Reine said. “I want people to know that’s one of the only ways to get out there. For those who are non-English majors, come submit. You’re more than welcome. I always tell Kim that whenever people do the open mic, they don’t see the light in their eyes of how excited they get, how passionate they get, and it’s one of the most beautiful things you’ll ever witness. I want people to see that in themselves even if they don’t go after writing as a career.”

Southeastern Channel aims to expand audience and showcase high quality productions with mobile features The Southeastern Channel has covered a multitude of topics from campus and news spanning across Louisiana since 2002. Southeastern students who are employees at the Southeastern Channel produce professional content through all semesters. This content is now available to stream on devices through the Channel’s website. The Channel is a 24/7 live broadcast available on mobile platforms including laptops, iPhone and Android. With the station airing on Charter Cable Channel 199, the potential audience is 250,000 on the Northshore. This new app will allow the station to reach even more viewers and Same content, smaller screen. The new and improved Southeastern Channel allow people an easier way to has made technological advances that now allow viewers the option to stream access programs pertaining Channel programming from their phone. The Lion’s Roar to Southeastern events. The app will be very beneficial for

students. Jaylon Morris, a senior communication major and student worker for the station discusses why he thinks this new app will be beneficial for Southeastern students to have. “I think the SLU Channel’s mobile feature is a great necessity to have, especially in this day and age where everyone relies on their phones for news such as Twitter, Facebook, et cetera,” said Morris. “It gives students and others great access to the shows involved with the Southeastern Channel.” The station’s General Manager Rick Settoon believes the changes will showcase the Channel’s high quality productions more. “Recent updates to our studio and broadcast equipment now make the Southeastern Channel’s live broadcast available to anyone, anywhere

on any desktop computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet,” said Settoon. “Whether it’s educational programing, like history shows or telecourses, community programs, performances, like musical concerts, or Southeastern sports events, we receive regular requests to watch our programming from loyal viewers who are often on the go. Now they can watch if a television, desktop or laptop isn’t accessible, as can viewers who are more dependent on their mobile devices.” The features include live streams of Southeastern sports events including football, soccer, basketball, baseball, softball and volleyball. Non-sporting programs that will be streamed are dual enrollment classes, entertainment events, the Miss Southeastern Pageant and a

new sci-fi show that will be the first of its kind produced by the Channel. Southeastern alumnus Mason Dauphin who was a student worker for multiple years at the Channel describes how he thinks this new streaming capability will improve the Channel’s production and the quality of work that viewers expe “I know when I was a student, cable was pretty rare to see and extremely inconvenient,” said Dauphin. “Everyone watches videos on demand, and if the Southeastern Channel can provide that, they open themselves up to students around campus who may not know about it. They could catch up in between classes on their phone like many do with social media and YouTube.” - From Staff Reports

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Gnarly Barley celebrates a university, a brewery, a partnership REGINA PERGOLA Staff Reporter

Zac and Cari Caramonta recently celebrated the third anniversary of Gnarly Barley, a partnership that the couple founded after meeting and falling in love at the university. Zac and Cari Caramonta were the 2016 Young Alumni of the Year and have been running Gnarly Barley Brewing Co. for three years. “We are a couple that met at Southeastern in 2005, got married in 2009, opened a brewery in 2014 and here we are three years later,” said Cari Caramonta. “Zac was a home brewer, and I enjoyed marketing and merchandising, so it was a perfect blend.” Cari Caramonta is pleased with the company’s rate of growth. “We have grown so much faster than expected,” said Cari Caramonta. “It’s been awesome.” To celebrate how much their company has affected and been affected by the community of Hammond and the university, the Caramontas hosted a party in honor of their three years of brewing.

“It was a huge success,” said Cari Caramonta. “We launched a brand-new year-round beer called Jucifer, and people are going crazy over it, which makes us very excited. It’s a very juicy New England style IPA.” The university has played a role in the Caramontas’ lives from helping the couple meet to assisting in their growing company. “They are a great partner,” said Cari Caramonta. “They love promoting our brand and the fact that we met at and both graduated from SLU.” As a result of being involved in Hammond and university life, the Gnarly Barley family has benefited from their experiences. Cari is grateful for the new relationships that the couple has gained. “We’ve met so many wonderful people and business owners,” said Cari Caramonta. “We’ve made lifelong friends, and we’ve partnered up with local businesses. It’s been fantastic. We love the Southeastern community.” Gnarly Barley is predicting a future both on and off campus with the community it has become a part of within the past three years.

“We are really looking forward to the continued partnership we have with Southeastern,” said Cari Caramonta. “We’ve got some great things on the horizon.” For the local community and beyond, the owners of Gnarly Barley have four brews currently on tap with more expected to come. The brewing company has several retired custom brews as well. “We look forward to continuing to grow right here in Hammond, and we look forward to continuing to grow as a regional brewery,” said Cari Caramonta. In addition to supplying brews, the company supports the Hammond community by hosting events in their warehouse such as the 2016 Hammond Horror Fest, a Halloween celebration held annually. Gnarly Barley also works with local community businesses such as Red, White and Brew. Gnarly Barley hosted a new brew release party called Peanut Butter Korova Can Release Party on Saturday, June 3 from 12-5 p.m. They also host weekly brewery tours at 1 p.m. on Saturdays Zac and Cari Caramonta recently celebrated the three year anniversary for their during their open taproom hours from local brewing company, Gnarly Barley, with a party and the launching of a new 12-5 p.m. beer called Jucifer. Courtesy of Zac and Cari Caramonta

Gary prepares daily to battle for Miss LA crown LARSHELL GREEN Editor- In- Chief

Gary. “I want to be as confident as possible going into interview, so I am preparing every single day.” After being officially crowned as Miss Southeastern 2017 on Nov. 19, 2016, Gary credits the pageant with educating her on being courageous. “I’ve learned that it is okay to open myself up to new experiences and ideas,” said Gary. “This whole process has been new and exciting for me. I have had to learn how to go with the flow and enjoy and embrace what comes my way. I think that this is a very valuable lesson that I will carry with me.” Although she has been a part of several events, Gary cherishes her time that she spent with some of the youngest members of the local community. “I have made so many great memories since I have been crowned, but I would have to say that my favorite moment thus far was reading to a class of kindergarteners,” said Gary. “I loved seeing their faces light up when they saw my crown. They were genuinely excited to listen to the story that I read to them. I love being able to share my platform and my love of reading with children, especially since I hope to one day teach elementary school.” Gary has been working diligently with her philanthropy of choice, Book it to Success, aimed at preventing childhood illiteracy and helping Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. She participated in Once Upon a Time in the Park, an event whose

With the potential to be crowned in Louisiana’s largest pageant, Miss Southeastern 2017 keeps a concern for the university’s reputation close to her heart. “I know that no matter what the outcome of the pageant is, I have had an opportunity of a lifetime to represent the university that I love so much,” said Miss Southeastern 2017 Kristyn Gary. Gary has been preparing for the Miss Louisiana Pageant, which will be held June 2224 in Monroe, Louisiana. Gary recently completed her sophomore year as an early childhood education major. Despite the expected pressures of competing in front of a larger audience and against more contestants, Gary is most nervous about being apart from her family. “The week leading up to the Miss Louisiana Pageant will be Miss Southeastern 2017 Kristyn Gary aims to represent the university well in the full of events and rehearsals, upcoming Miss Louisiana Pageant. She has been reading about current events daily which will leave very little time and practicing her rendition of “The Greatest Love of All.” Gary was crowned as Miss to be in contact with my family,” Southeastern on Nov.19, 2017. Larshell Green/The Lion’s Roar said Gary. “I come from a very close-knit family and am used to October 22) This is a good week to talking to my sisters and parents get advice on your plans. But don’t on a daily basis, so it will be act on them until you feel sure different not being able to talk that you’ve been told everything to them.” The interview portion has you need to know to support your ARIES (March 21 to April 19) move. required Gary to prepare the requiring extensive Mars, your ruling planet, begins SCORPIO (October 23 to most, a journey that will open up a November 21) Be careful. You research into a variety of events. “I have studied current growing number of possibilities. might be probing just a little too Put that surging Arian energy to deeply into a situation that you events, historical events and good use and explore it to your find singularly suspicious. The everything in between,” said facts you seek will begin to emerge heart’s content. TAURUS (April 20 to May at a later time. SAGITTARIUS (November 20) This is the time to prepare for a career move coming up next 22 to December 21) This is a good month. Update your resume. Get week to make new friends and to those proposals in shape. And look for new career challenges. don’t forget to buff up that Bovine But first, get all those unfinished SPONSORING tasks wrapped up and out of the self-confidence. GEMINI (May 21 to June way. CAPRICORN (December 22 20) Your Gemini instincts will guide you to the right people who to January 19) Relationships need might be able to help you get over a fresh infusion of tender, loving that career impasse that has been care. Avoid potential problems holding you back. Expect to make down the line. Stay close to loved ones as the month draws to a changes. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) close. AQUARIUS (January 20 You’re getting closer, but you still have a ways to go before reaching to February 18) Aspects favor your goals. Continue to stay relationships, whether platonic, focused, no matter how difficult professional or personal. On it can be for the easily distracted another note: Be a mite more thrifty. You might need some Moon Child. LEO (July 23 to August extra money very soon. PISCES (February 19 to March 22) Your Leonine pride might be keeping you from getting 20) This is the absolute right time to the source of a disturbing to let those often-hidden talents situation. Don’t be shy about shine their brightest. You’ll asking questions. Remember: impress some very important people with what you can do. Information is power. BORN THIS WEEK: You VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) It’s a good time to are impelled by a need to find shake up your tidy little world by truth, no matter how elusive. You doing something spontaneous, would make a wonderful research like taking an unplanned trip or scientist or an intrepid detective. going on a mad shopping spree. LIBRA (September 23 to Sponsored By

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goals mirror Book it to Success, and completed a fundraiser at a local restaurant. “I plan to continue to promote both platforms and am currently in the process of setting up an opportunity to merge both platforms by reading to children at a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital,” said Gary. “This is something that I am very excited about.” Miss Southeastern 2016 Alexis Menard admits that preparing for Miss Louisiana was hard physically. However, her greatest battle was internal. “My greatest challenge, however, was believing in myself,” said Menard. “Miss Louisiana was my first state pageant, so it was very intimidating to compete on that level. Looking back, I remember how hard it was to stay confident but how rewarding it was when it was all over.” Menard feels that one of the best parts of competing in Miss Louisiana occurred offstage. “The best moments came from the community service we had the opportunity to do while staying in Monroe for the week,” said Menard. “Volunteering with the rest of the girls reminded me why I chose to do pageants in the first place and created memories that I will treasure forever.” Gary also values the important lessons that the Miss Louisiana Pageant and the Miss America Organization teach that go beyond external beauty. “Miss America is not all about beauty,” said Gary.

“Scholarships and service are so important to the organization. As a title holder, I have been able to give back to my community, which means so much to me. All competitors in the Miss Louisiana Pageant are very well-educated and well-rounded women who want to have a chance to continue their education with the many scholarships that the organization offers.” From one Lion to another, Menard believes in Gary’s ability to represent the university in a manner that will make the campus and local community proud. “Kristyn, you have already made your university and your community proud,” said Menard. “When you get to Monroe in June, have fun and relax. Be yourself, create friendships and most importantly love yourself. You are about to have the best week of your life. Your Lion family is praying and rooting for you.” Gary’s progression following the Miss Southeastern Pageant has embedded principles in her that she will not soon neglect. “I have grown so much as a person in these last few months because of the Miss Southeastern Pageant,” said Gary. “It has taught me so many valuable lessons and has provided me with incredible scholarship opportunities. All of the experiences and memories that I have made and will continue to make throughout my reign will be something that I will carry with me forever.”

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Riser maintains high hopes for team JONATHAN RHODES Staff Reporter

The Lions baseball team almost met their goal of reaching the National Collegiate Athletic Association Super Regionals this season in the College World Series, but the program will be trying to take that next step forward in the post-season next year. “We certainly hope to make it to the Super Regionals next season,” said Head Coach Matt Riser. “Sam Houston State was the first team in the Southland Conference to win an NCAA Regional and that should open the door for us next season to do the same.” The Lions will lose six seniors from the team: Jacob Seward, Carson Crites, Derrick Mount, Webb Bobo, Ryan Byers and Cliff Hurst. Even though their final season did not end the way they wanted it to, they still enjoyed this season and hold on to their Lion pride. “I think the state of the program now is that we expect to be in the NCAA Regionals,” said Byers. “It’s not just an accomplishment anymore. Coach has brought us to this level where we are expected to make it to Junior pitcher Mac Sceroler was named to the All-Southland Conference first the regional every year. We are expected team and finished with a 9-2 record at the mound. Jonathan Rhodes/The Lion’s Roar to make a run for a national championship

every year. Falling short of that is just not enough for us. We want more. We want to keep going.” Riser appreciated the leadership the team had this season from the seniors and how they rallied the troops in each game. “We’re gonna miss those guys, and their leadership is going to be hard to replace,” said Riser. “You look at what those guys did, batting and running bases this season. I’m very proud of their effort. I’m also proud of Mac for what he did pitching this season for us to play his junior season here after turning down the Major Leagues.” Like any season, there was a turning point for the Lions midway where they decided to buckle down and get focused on their goal as a team. “I think if you’re looking for a turning point in this season, it would be the loss at UL Lafayette,” said Riser. “We had already beaten the team two times earlier in the season. Naturally, we thought it would have been an easy win, but they shocked us. From that game on, we didn’t underestimate any opponent.” The focus for the coaching staff during this off season will be to recruit players not only from high school but from other schools in order to keep the roster experienced. Riser

believes that good recruiting will be just one part of helping the program reach the next level in the NCAA College World Series. “We are looking at about 16 players to possibly recruit,” said Riser. “By getting some players already at the college level, we stay experienced and get some more of that leadership that we are losing this off season.” Riser is proud of the legacy that the players have left behind this season and hopes the current players and players to come will continue this legacy and move the program to new heights next season. “I could not thank these guys enough because of the way they have raised the bar and expectations,” said Riser. “Not only of our program, but of themselves as well if they continue to expect more of themselves and continue to achieve more in their life outside of baseball. That is what this leadership has done. It has paved the way for the guys behind to make sure that they come in and raise expectations and don’t be content with what is being expected of you now. In a year or two from now, when it is your senior year and you are sitting in the same spot, hopefully it’s for a national championship, but if it’s not, make sure you have raised the expectations for our program.”

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Sophomore Brennan Breaud, left, and senior Ryan Byers, right helped the Lions to their fifth appearance in the NCAA Tournament and an at-large bid. Jonathan Rhodes/The Lion’s Roar

Volleyball aims for redemption in fall season with new recruits NIKISUN SHRESTHA Staff Reporter

Eight players have been added to the volleyball roster to represent the university as Lady Lions for the upcoming season. Head Coach Jim Smoot describes his feelings regarding the recruiting process. “We’re bringing in eight new players,” said Smoot. “There’s a pretty extensive process. We’re very excited about all the different players that are going to join us next year.” Carthage, Texas, native Peyton “Alli” Capps is one of the recruits. Smoot believes that Capps will be a key player for the team next season. “Alli Capps is a really good all-round player,” said Smoot. “We’re looking to put her to play in all six rotations. She’s very strong in all aspects of the game and essentially a really good add to our squad.” Smoot describes his recruits who are potential middle blockers in the upcoming season. “Samantha Gomez is very swift,” said Smoot. “She could be a middle blocker. We would like her to pop swings in our front row. Tempestt Vaughn, she’ll primarily be a middle blocker. A lot of potential, a very good player now, but she hasn’t even come close to reaching her potential.” Smoot also speaks about Alexandria “Lexie” Torres, who had a record of handing out 77 assists and averaging 3.78 digs per set in 2016, and Alexis Pratt, who is a three-time All-District and Academic All-District player at Memorial High School. “We got two defensive specialists, Lexie Torres, who is a junior college transfer, and Alexis Pratt,” said Smoot. “Both are going, perhaps, straight into our defense. Both are excellent passers, excellent defensive players.” Grayce Bateman, Michelle Mirachi and Marissa Calvaruso complete the recruits list this year. Each of them add a different dimension to the team. “Grayce Bateman is our tallest recruit,”

said Smoot. “Michelle Mirachi is a great setter. We got her really late, which is really lucky for us. She’s an excellent setter, very quick on defense. A very exciting type of player. Our last one is Marissa Calvaruso. She’s a local player. She is ready to be a middle blocker, but we also think she’s very versatile to take any of the front row positions to help out with our attack.” Smoot also discusses the returning players and about the leaders in the team for the season. “We have six very, very strong returning players, still young,” said Smoot. “We only have two juniors and no seniors. Macey Stock really is our main defensive person coming back. Her and Haley Baker want to be the captain. So, I’m looking for them to head up the leadership in the team.” A few changes in the player’s positions can be expected in the upcoming season. Smoot points out some of the possible alterations he might make regarding the position of the Lady Lions. “Elyssa Purcell is the other junior coming back,” said Smoot. “She was a setter and a hitter last year. But this year,

she’s gonna concentrate on attacks on the right side. Savannah Alcazar was the starting middle blocker for us last year. Probably gonna have her be an outside attacker this year.” Smoot is happy with the composition of the team and how they are getting together. “A really great thing is the group that’s coming in, we got some girls who are fun to be around, excited to be in Southeastern next year,” said Smoot. “The communication that’s been between them, between each other and the returners has been more than I’ve ever seen. I think we’re really gonna have a group that’s gonna have a lot of fun together.” The volleyball season begins with the first home game, the Green and Gold Match, that will be held in the University Center on Aug. 22. The Samford Invitational will follow on Aug. 25. This game will be the first away game for the Lady Lions in Birmingham, Alabama. “It’s gonna be exciting,” said Smoot. “We’re a young team. I think we’re gonna make some major steps to improve our record from last year, so I’m really looking forward to it.”

Head Coach Jim Smoot and the coaching staff recruited eight players for the new season. They have addressed both offensive and defensive positions in the team. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar

Local law enforcement supports athletes in Torch Run ZACHARY ARAKI Staff Reporter

The Hammond Police Department joined other law enforcement agencies across Louisiana in the Law Enforcement Torch Run to kick off the 49th State Summer Games. Every year since 1981, law enforcement members across the country run to raise funds and awareness for the Special Olympics. The Flame of Hope was passed along from parish to parish until reaching its destination at the university. The opening ceremony for the 2017 State Summer Games was held at

Strawberry Stadium at 7:30 p.m. The 1,000-mile Torch Run relay ran from May 12 to May 19. Five runners represented Hammond PD and finished the Final Leg of the Torch Run. Chase Zaffuto, a detective with the Hammond Police Department, described his experience with the run. “It was hot,” said Zaffuto. “It was a long day. I think it ended up being like 6.3, 6.4 miles we ran. Luckily, it did rain a little bit on us, so we got a little bit of a relief, but it was still very, very hot and very exhausting.” The 2017 Torch Run was Zaffuto’s second year participating. He shared his motivation for running. “I was asked to participate from the chief,” said Zaffuto. “I guess I’m one of the few guys that’s in shape and can make the run, but I think it’s for a good cause and a day off work.” Zaffuto described the importance of the Special Olympics.

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BATON ROUGE, La. – Former Southeastern Louisiana golfer James Anstiss finished fifth at the 98th Louisiana Golf Association Amateur Championship Sunday at The Country Club of Louisiana. Anstiss, who shot a 2-overpar 286, was looking to become the fourth straight Lion to win the Amateur. He captured the 2016 title after Grady Brame Jr. went back-to-back in 201415. Southeastern rising junior William Meyers came in 14th at 11-over 295. Incoming L ion freshman Kristofer Kerr tied for 56th at 35-over 319. Anstiss, who graduated this past semester from Southeastern, was one of just

five golfers to shoot under par on Sunday, firing a 2-under 69. He had opened with a 4-over 75 on Thursday before rebounding with a 1-under 70 on Friday. The Queenstown, New Zealand native shot a 1-over 72 on Saturday. Meyers, from Baton Rouge closed with a 5-over 76 on Sunday. He had tied for Saturday’s third-best score, a 2-under 69 after opening with rounds of 74 and 76. Kerr, from Loranger, had rounds of 71, 84, 82 and 82. Ruston’s Derek Busby fired a final round 66 to capture the title by four strokes over Trey Winstead of Baton Rouge. -Courtesy of Sports Information

James Anstiss came in fifth place in the 98th Louisiana Golf Association Amateur Championship last Sunday. Anstiss played his last golf tournament representing the Lions as he attempted to be the fourth straight Lion to win the Amateur Championship. File Photos/The Lion’s Roar

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Track and field’s top three athletes advance in national competition SARAH HESS Staff Reporter

Three Southeastern athletes qualified to compete in the NCAA Division I Track and Field National Championship. Pole vaulter Devin King, middle distance runner Andre Colebrook and thrower Alex Young represented the university on a national stage in their respected competitions. Track and field Head Coach Sean Brady discussed how he feels about his team going into the competition. “We’re ready, we’re excited and I hope that people follow and recognize the accomplishments that we have been able to have,” said Brady. “These three are here today, representing much more than just themselves. They represent their team, which is a really good team. We’ve been nationally ranked most of the year. They’re in it for the right reasons. They’re not just great athletes, but they’re all great people too.” Colebrook, King and Young are strong contenders that achieved many awards in their sport. King accomplished many accolades for his track and field career in 2017 including being named the Southland Field Athlete of the Week. Young, who competed in the throws at this meet,

placed 10th in the 2015 NCAA Outdoor Championship in the hammer throw. For both King and Young, this is not the first time they have competed in the NCAA Championship. Andre Colebrook is a first-year competitor but is familiar with the pressures of such meets. Colebrook previously competed in international meets. Brady discusses the training style for the athletes competing in the championship and the coaching style his staff uses to provide the best environment for their athlete’s development. “They’re all very, very ferocious competitors and all very different,” said Brady. “Alex is very methodical in his training and planning and likes to have input and control over a lot of what he does in preparation. On the flip side, Andre is laid back and fun and relaxed, and Devin is somewhere in between. He’s very experienced and has great knowledge of his event and knows what he needs to do. We don’t spend a lot of time going over the fine details because I think it just helps him be relaxed if we take care of certain things as coaches and meet their needs as coaches. We try to create a situation for them to be the best Devin, Alex and Andre can be. That’s what’s a little bit unique about our sport. There is no blanket prescription for anything. We just got to find out

what works for them and try and create an environment for them to be healthy.” Brady explains what sets Southeastern athletes apart from others at this meet. “Everybody that makes it to this meet is special,” said Brady. “There is not anybody here who does not deserve to be here. The process of just getting to this meet is really difficult and tough. There are people here that deserve to be here and they certainly earned their right to be at this meet. What separates the people who are actually going to score and the ones that don’t are just the ones that have prepared and are emotionally ready to be able to compete on the biggest stage. I love to come into this meet because we come in as underdogs. Our guys are not supposed to be here. We’re not the SEC or the Pac 10 or the Big 12. So, any time we get our guys here, it’s really gratifying for me as a coach, and I think for all the Lion nation and followers to be excited about one: just getting here, and two: having a chance for them to compete and do well.” In this year’s NCAA Division I Track and Field National Championship Southeastern finished in an eight way tie for the 33rd spot,. Young placed second in throws and King took 10th in pole vault.

At the NCAA Championships held in Eugene, Oregon, Devin King, left, Alex Young, middle and Andre Colebrook, right, represented the university competing against colleges from all across America. Young threw a school record 241 feet and 8 inches earning him second place in throws. King placed 10th in pole vault with a score of 234-05. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar

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Throughout his three-year career as a third base infielder for the Lions, Taylor Schwaner has racked up a list of accolades a mile long. He was most recently named Southland Conference Baseball Player of the Year in 2017. Despite his many accomplishments, the New Orleans native, who began playing baseball at four, chalks up his success to determination. The Lions football program hosted satellite camps for high school talents to show their skills to universities around the state. The Lions also did some recruiting of their own and got to know the athletes on and off the field File Photo/The Lion’s Roar JONATHAN RHODES Staff Reporter

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“I think that’s important, just giving people a chance that normally wouldn’t have a chance to participate in something like that,” said Zaffuto. Zaffuto was unavailable to watch the games. He looks forward to the 2018 State Summer Games and Torch Run. “Hopefully, I’ll participate next year whenever it comes back,” said Zaffuto. “I really enjoyed it. Next year, I’m going to try to go to the games.”

The Hammond Police Department supported the Special Olympics by joining law enforcement across the state to participate in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run. The Torch Run ended at Strawberry Stadium for the opening ceremony. The Torch of Hope was passed along from parish to parish.

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play the LSU Tigers in Baton Rouge in the 2018 season and will receive $500,000 for the game. LSU athletic officials have denounced any pressure or influence by LSU to the university or to Tulane. Football Head Coach Ron Roberts likes to use the camps as an opportunity to get new recruits to see the campus and get familiar with their possible new home. “We are gonna have a couple of hundred kids on campus,” said Roberts. “I think the camp has been great as it has been in previous years. We will get a chance to see all of our prospects and give them the chance to see our campus as well.”

The camps are used to see the character of the prospects as well as the talent that the prospects have. Roberts values the conversation off the field and the up-close look at the prospects. “It’s a good chance for us to evaluate the players,” said Roberts. “Many times the players want to get hands-on action. We will get to meet them and see them and get to work them out and find things that you can’t find on film.” Fall practice will begin for the Lions on Aug. 1. The first game of the season will be on the road against the University of Louisiana at Lafayette on Sep. 2 followed by five straight games at home.

The Lions football team hosted satellite camps for high school recruits and other schools to do their recruiting over the summer. The schools that were invited to the camps were Louisiana Tech University and Louisiana State University. Schools from different states, like Michigan, Texas and Arkansas, were uninvited to the camps shortly after being invited. Tulane University did the same thing with their satellite camps replacing the out-ofstate schools with LSU with no clear explanation. The recent change in the National Collegiate Athletic Association rules on satellite camps made it mandatory that satellite camps must be held “on a school’s campus or in facilities regularly used by the school for practice or competition.” This gives the control over the camps completely to the schools that are hosting them. It appears Louisiana schools at these camps will only see Louisiana high school prospects, which gives LSU an advantage, but not the high school prospects. “The only thing I can tell you on it is I know every decision we make is in the best interest of Southeastern Louisiana,” said Director of Athletics Jay Artigues from an interview Lions football Head Coach Ron Roberts talking to Junior quarterback Donovan with Sports Illustrated. “I’m Isom. Roberts wants to get the ball rolling and put the Lions in position to win going to do what’s best for us.” their third conference title. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar The Lions are scheduled to

The Lion’s Roar: How do you feel about being named player of the year? Taylor Schwaner: I’m very humbled by it. It’s an incredible accomplishment. At the end of the day, I’d love to turn that all in for that Omaha journey. TLR: What has been the worst part about the recent season for you? TS: That last game against Rice. Everything was right in front of us. We could’ve been the first team in the Southland Conference to make a Super Regional. TLR: How did you manage to maintain a consistent batting performance all season? TS: Working hard each and every day with my approach at the plate. Whether pitchers are pitching to me differently throughout the season, and not getting too down on myself if I get out or swinging my arm from my back to my bat. TLR: Why are you proud to be a member of the Lions’ baseball team? TS: Wearing that ‘Lions’ across your chest is a special privilege. We play hard every day. We work hard. I love being a dirtbag. TLR: How do you define success? TS: I set goals each and every year. I try to reach those goals. I shoot for the stars. Reaching those goals, you kind of get a little success by yourself, but there’s always room for more and that’s what’s neat about the game. It’s so humbling for you to do better than what your goals are.

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International Business Lab comes to campus SARAH HESS Staff Reporter

with the high-tech tools they need to be successful in their careers.” The lab will be used to instruct participants in the Panama Bilingue Program, a joint project between the university and the Republic of Panama with the goal of teaching English to teachers from the Central American nation through several months of immersion in the language. This will be done through the use of the recently acquired Mango Languages software program. The lab will have five workstations with 30 iMac computers with access to Adobe

Creative Cloud, Hootsuite and other resources used in marketing courses, such as advertising, analytics, and digital and social media marketing. The lab also features a 136-inch widescreen interactive learning system, called ActivWall. Southeastern is the first U.S. university to install ActivWall, which will allow faculty and students the ability to use Skype for webinar sessions with speakers internationally. The lab students will be geared towards those pursuing fields in global marketing and Latin American business. Senior business major

Haylie Heath describes how she feels the new lab will be beneficial to her department. “I won’t be using it,” said Heath. “I don’t really know much about it, but I think it’s cool because our business department is awesome. This will help it grow and get better.” This new Global Marketing and Latin American Business Lab will allow its students and those from Central America the opportunity to enhance their global skills within a learning environment designed with tools to aid in the students’ international success.

The College of Business has expanded with a new International Business Lab. The Barrios Ng Family Lab for Global Marketing and Latin American Business was officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held May 5. The newly built lab is a high-tech lab with a first of its kind learning software technology that will be beneficial to the College of Business. Josè Barrios Ng and his wife Veronica cut the ribbon to open the new facility. Barrios Ng is the current president and chairman of the board for one of the largest private universities in Panamá, Universidad Latina de Panamá. The institution works closely with the Southeastern Latin American Business and Development Initiative. At the opening ceremony, Dr. Antoinette Phillips, Interim Dean of the College of Business announced the significance of the lab and thanked Barrios Ng for his contribution in its development. “The addition of this lab provides new and very significant resources for our students and will better prepare them for the real world of business,” said Phillips. “We are grateful to Dr. Barrios Ng and his family for their generosity Josè Barrios Ng, Panamanian entrepreneur and president of the Universidad Latina de Panamá, and his wife Veronica in helping to provide our students Barrios Ng prepare to cut the ribbon on a new computer lab. Courtesy of Communications and Creative Services

Recently hired UPD officers hope to improve engagement on campus ANNIE GOODMAN Staff Reporter

In the past two years, the University Police Department has hired five new officers Michael Aleman, Jason Dean, Madison Morse, Earl Thomas III and Douglas Windham Some of the officers are new to law enforcement, such as Aleman who has been in law enforcement for three months. “I chose to go into law enforcement because I have always had a drive to serve other people,” said Aleman. “I believe that law enforcement is the best way to help my community. I chose to join UPD because I am already familiar with the campus and enjoyed the environment surrounding it. Honestly, it feels great. I am excited for the opportunity to protect and serve.” Other newly hired officers have more experience such as Dean, who has been in law enforcement for almost 11 years. He wants to be a positive example in the community and show people that officers can be approachable. “I was told that it was a great place to work with great people,” said Dean about UPD. “I hope to make the people on campus feel they can walk up and have a normal conversation

with a police officer. Many people think the only time a police officer wants to talk there is something wrong and that could be so far from the truth. We are people too.” Morse chose this path after being raised around law enforcement. “Law enforcement is in my blood, most of my family has been involved in LE in some way,” said Morse. “I personally sought after this path to actively be a part of my community. I am very excited to be a part of the UPD. The department works hard to keep the campus safe. To be a part of the work they do, is an honor.” Thomas, however, decided to join after being helped by police officers. “I decided to become a police officer after experiencing a major life incident where the police were able to comfort me,” said Thomas. “That day I decided I would like to become an officer so I may one day comfort someone else. One of my primary goals as an officer is to improve the relationship between the SLU community and the University Police Department. I want students, guests and staff members to know that not all police officers are mean. We like to laugh and joke around like everyone else. I also want everyone to

know that officers are approachable and just because we’re around doesn’t mean someone is in trouble.” Windham, who has been in law enforcement for five years, decided to join law enforcement after serving in the military. “My children are what inspire me as an officer,” said Windham. “To provide for them a better world to live in than what I had growing up. To instill in them not only to follow the law, but to be a part of the community around them. More importantly, to trust in God, who will guide them. I chose UPD because I have a son that goes to school here at Southeastern. Also, my wife and I have fallen in love with Hammond and the people here.” These officers wish for people to know that they are approachable, but they also work to keep the campus community safe. “The best part about being a police officer is knowing I can help make a difference in somebody’s life,” said Thomas. “As a University Police Officer, I’m able to help educate and protect the community I serve. One of my most memorable moments working for the University Police is being the officer that recovered a missing 9-yearold SLU Lab School student.”

Alumna finds success in Alabama hotel industry ANNIE GOODMAN Staff Reporter

University alumna Gretchen Scott graduated in 1999 with a degree in applied zoology and is now the Director of Sales and Marketing for the Element Huntsville, a hotel located in Alabama. Scott enjoyed her time at the university and believes being a Resident Assistant aided in her success. “I loved going to school at SLU,” said Scott. “SLU provided the best learning environment while I was there. Not only were the classes just the right size to really be able to learn the subject matter, but the instructors and professors were personable and willing to go the extra mile if

help was needed. While at SLU, I lived on campus and worked in the residential life department. My role as a Resident Assistant helped lay the foundation for my future in the hotel industry.” Scott has built her resume throughout the years by helping numerous companies. “For the past 17 years, I’ve had a successful career in the hospitality industry working with many local and global companies along the way,” said Scott. Along with her successful hotel career, Scott also enjoys industrial photography. “I also spend some of my free time working on my industrial photography hobby with the goal of having an exhibit in a museum or gallery soon,” said Scott. Scott got sales experience in

the hospitality industry when she began working in New Orleans. “I began in the hospitality industry in New Orleans at a family-owned business in the lodging division, which had three boutique hotels at the time,” said Scott. “I was able to work my way into a sales role and gain a lot of sales experience in less than a year, and I became hooked.” Scott has received guidance from family, coworkers and higher-ups throughout the years. “I’ve had many incredible teachers along my career journey,” said Scott. “Of course, I would be remiss if I didn’t thank my parents first for teaching me that having a great work ethic is of the utmost importance. I’ve learned the most about the hospitality industry from former directors

and colleagues Harry Traylor, Mark Noyes and Jeff Womack as well as many former Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Inc. Corporate Executives.” For aspiring business majors, Scott believes it is important to focus on networking and to always be prepared. “Relationships matter,” said Scott. “People do business with people they know and trust. If you take care of your internal customers, your employees and your external customers, those who buy your product or service from you, your customers will take care of you. Always have a plan. Have a plan to grow when the economy is strong and have a plan to continue to grow and mitigate any loss when the economy is weak.”

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Duchess of Cambridge visits victims of London Bridge attacks LONDON (AP) — The Duchess of Cambridge has visited victims of the London Bridge attacks who are recovering in a hospital. Prince William’s wife praised the efforts of staff at King’s College Hospital in treating victims from the rampage in which three men killed eight people in a vehicle and stabbing attack. Police killed the three attackers. The former Kate Middleton on Monday met hospital staff members, many of whom treated victims of Khalid Masood, who mowed down pedestrians on Westminster Bridge before stabbing a police officer in March. She says: “To go through this sort of event twice, it is quite unprecedented.”

Student recognized with Gold Circle Award HAMMOND – The editor of the Southeastern Louisiana University’s 2016 yearbook, “Le Souvenir,” has been honored with a Gold Circle Award from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association in New York. Tamara Alexander, a senior kinesiology major from Baton Rouge, received a third place certificate for her page design and content featuring the university football team. The pages showcased photos taken by Alexander, and other student staff photographers, that were captured during the 2015 football season. “I chose the pictures for the football spread in a way where I hoped we could cover every aspect of football, such as defensive players, offensive players and special teams,” said Alexander. “When we chose pictures to focus on the whole team, we had a different variety and not just the same players in every picture.” Alexander led a team of five student designers who worked on the yearbook. In addition to working with “Le Souvenir,” Alexander holds a number of leadership roles on campus. She is currently serving as the president of the Pi Iota chapter of Sigma, Gamma Rho, Inc., and has served as the Vice President of the National Pan-Hellenic Council for Southeastern. She is also a member of Order of Omega and has consistently been named to the Honor Roll, Dean’s List, and President’s List. Alexander has served as a Golden Girl and videographer for the university football team and expects to graduate in the fall with a bachelor of science degree in kinesiology. She plans to attend graduate school to pursue a master’s degree in kinesiology. “Tamara has consistently grown in her leadership, photography,

and design abilities during her time as a member of the staff,” said Dr. Lee. E. Lind, director of Student Publications. “She has given ‘Le Souvenir’ a unique look and provided the community with lasting memories in her photography and page design. We are very proud of her recognition with this national award because it reaffirms that the skills Tamara has developed here will serve her well after her graduation from Southeastern.” The 34th annual Gold Circle Awards attracted more than 4,000 entries produced by students at colleges, universities and secondary schools throughout the United States. Judges cited a total of over 1,200 awards for either First, Second, or Third Place or for Certificates of Merit for those deemed worthy of honorable mention. The CSPA is an international student press association, founded in 1925, uniting student journalists and faculty advisers at schools and colleges through educational conference, idea exchanges and awards programs. -Courtesy of Communications and Creative Services

Tamara Alexander has recently recieved an award honoring her work as an editor of the 2016 Le Souvenir yearbook. File Photo/The Lion’s Roar

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Community Music School retains sponsorship from First Guaranty Bank ANNIE GOODMAN Staff Reporter

For the past seven years, the Community Music School has received a sponsorship from First Guaranty Bank. “Due to First Guaranty Bank’s generosity in the form of this annual sponsorship, we are able to offer discounted tuition to students who are on free, or reduced lunch at their schools,” said Interim Director of the Community Music School Jivka Duke. This annual donation has allowed the Community Music School to be affordable for families of various income levels. “The sponsorship plays an important role in preserving the quality of our program, and it makes music lessons accessible and affordable to everyone,” said Duke. Since most of her students are children, Duke believes it is important to teach life

lessons as well as how to play musical instruments. “We all know the old saying ‘It takes a village to raise a child,’” said Duke. “The majority of our students are schoolaged children, and we could say that we teach young children to play musical instruments, but in reality, our role is even bigger than raising the next generation of young musicians. Our true goal is to help raise our students to be individuals of excellence because they are the future of our country. They are the legacy that our generation will leave behind.” Duke is an experienced teacher who believes in each of her students. She believes that given enough time and effort, every student can become someone great. “I have taught young people for almost 17 years now, and I have learned that when working with young children, sometimes we see results in 10 minutes and sometimes

it takes 10 years,” said Duke. “I know, and I have seen this time after time, that if I continue to sow the seeds of character day after day, they will eventually grow and blossom into something magnificent.” The Community Music School has three different locations in Louisiana and has instructions for multiple types of musical instruments as well as voice. “The Community Music School, located on the campus of Southeastern Louisiana University and its two satellite locations in Lacombe and in Walker, offers music instruction on various instruments and voice for children and adults of all ages,” said Duke. “In addition to private music lessons, the Community Music School offers a number of summer music programs such as the Middle School Band Camp and Guitar, Beginner String Orchestra and Chamber Music workshops taking place during the last two weeks of June.”

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