From snow storms to storming the field, the class of ‘25 is ready to walk.
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TO THE CLASS OF 2025
BY COLIN FALCON Editor in Chief
It’s been just about 10 semesters since I first got hired at the Reveille, and it’s finally time to move on from this truly standout college news publication.
I started at the Reveille on the digital desk without any experience writing or working with social media. But it’s with those inexperienced people the Reveille’s teaching ability really shines through. The digital editor at the time was Jayden Nguyen, and among her countless other great qualities, she was a fantastic teacher.
I think our publication is at its best when we’re taking people with a drive to tell good stories and produce good work and then giving them the experience and coaching necessary to help them realize that ambition. Nguyen did that for me. She taught me everything I know about headlines, search engine optimization and how to write snappy captions.
So I cut my teeth on the digital desk, writing social media captions and sending push notifications. It wasn’t glamorous work, but I enjoyed it mostly because of the people in my section. I keep in touch with most of that section, Nguyen included, to this day, and I don’t think I would have stuck with the Reveille like I did if I hadn’t enjoyed the company so much.
But when the semester ended and upper management made a call for anyone interested in summer staff, I decided to try some different work. I applied to be a news reporter. I was studying journalism and wanted to be a reporter in the future, so obviously I needed to do some news work for a while.
I loved it. I had a man named John Buzbee as my news editor, and like Nguyen, I learned more than I can say from him. He pushed me to pursue stories that I didn’t trust myself enough to cover, and he offered an endless stream of guidance on how to tangibly improve my reporting and writing. It’s a common theme of my time with the Reveille: Good editors make great reporters.
After my summer of news, I took on my first managerial role as the opinion editor. It was here that I sought to put everything I saw and absorbed from Nguyen and Buzbee into action. I wanted to be a great editor, and I wanted my section to feel a real sense of community.
I approached all of their column ideas with sincerity and care, and when editing, I never made a change that I didn’t explain thoroughly. I wanted every single columnist to feel like they had a personal editor, whose only job was to put maximum effort into their stories.
You’d have to ask them whether or not my approach worked, but on a speculative level, I feel like I did a good job.
After a year of opinion editing, I made the big decision to apply for editor in chief. Phrasing it that succinctly makes it sound like an easy, even obvious, choice, but I struggled with it. I didn’t think I had the chops, and I feared doing a worse job than Claire Sullivan, the editor before me, whom I’d worked with for a year at that point and severely admired.
But again, I was encouraged by the people who came before me. Sullivan believed that I’d be a good fit and was happy with my work as ops editor, so I trusted her judgment more than mine and applied.
I got the job, and with Buzbee as my managing editor, I started my proudest stretch of time at the Reveille. As editor in chief, I got to see a new crop of editors and reporters hit their stride right in front of my eyes. I had people who told me they were second-guessing their capability, and I can say confidently that all of them grew into great, talented editors.
That’s been the biggest joy of all this. I’ve tried to cultivate a very open, friendly community in the newsroom, and I’m proud to say that I’m leaving behind a Reveille that is competent, open and willing to do whatever it takes to continue the Reveille’s legacy of excellent coverage.
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Amarey McKinney
Amarey, we love you and are so proud of you! All of the crash outs, sleepless nights, Franzia, caffeine, nervous breakdowns, late night therapy sessions, and tears were all worth it. All of your hard work has paid off for you to enjoy this moment! Remember who you are, what you stand for, and never forget where you come from-Cali 209! Black Girl Magic! You made it, because you put that phone down and drank some water. Love the Fam Bam
Analeigh Millican
Analeigh, we are so proud of you! What great 4 years at LSU. Can’t wait for your next chapter. Love, mom, dad, Alayna, and Ava Clare
Daigle
We’ve always been proud of your strength and determination. This is just the beginning — can’t wait to see you crush every goal! Geaux Tigers! Love, Momma, Dad & Callie
Class of 2025
The LSU Foundation is proud to celebrate every graduate who’s part of the team that never stops striving, leading, and winning. Your dedication, grit, and passion have brought you to this moment — and the world is ready for what comes next. Once a Tiger, always a Tiger. Congratulations, Class of 2025!
Colin Falcon
Your years as a Tiger will always be a part of you. And everything you have learned during your time at Manship will help shape your future decisions. We are thankful to the Reveille for giving you a voice on campus. We may be biased, but we think you have been the greatest Editor in Chief in the Reveille’s 138-year history. Now it is time to put what you have learned to use and forge a career that will make you happy.
We are excited to have a front row seat to the beginning of the rest of your life. We love you beyond what words can express and are proud of you every day and in every way.
Congratulations, Mom, Dad, Ava and Abby
Justin
Khloe Wilson
Today, as you graduate from LSU with your degree in Kinesiology, my heart swells with pride and love beyond words. You did it! You achieved what your dad always dreamed of, becoming a Tiger. LSU was more than a school to him, it was a symbol of passion, perseverance, and pride. He wore purple and gold like armor, and though he’s not here in body, I know he’s with you in every step across that stage. He believed in you from the very beginning, and today, you’ve made both of us incredibly proud. You’ve faced challenges no one should have to face so young, yet you rose with strength, grace, and determination. Your journey has honored his memory in the most beautiful way by living the dream he once held, and making it your own. This degree is more than a piece of paper. It’s a testament to your courage, your love, and your unbreakable spirit. Congratulations, my beautiful daughter. Your dad is cheering the loudest from Heaven.
Forever proud, Mom and Kelis
Good job Marty! May you continue to work hard and seize every moment. We are so proud of you! With love, Mom and Dad
Catherine LeFevre
“She is clothed in strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future” - Proverbs 31:25 “Wherever yo go, go with all your heart” - Confucius. Congratulations Catherine! We love you and we are all so proud of you! Love, Mommy & the entire family
Trevor, it has been the highlight of our lives to watch you grow and thrive in this stage of your life. We are so very proud of the decisions and accomplishments you have made during the past four years of college. Congratulations on Degree #1 and Best Wishes on your next journey in Grad school. Geaux Tigers! We Love You, Dad, Mom, Braelyn, Breanna, and Grandma
Emma Duhe
Congratulations to our Tiger, Emma Katherine Duhe: Baby of the family. Daughter. Sister. Daisy Scout. Eminent altar server. Soccer goalie for a day. EmDog. Comic genius. Social media maven. Esteemed family I.T. guide. Writer. Friend. Overall great girl. LSU was a stellar start. Now it’s time to unleash your savvy style and bold spirit on the world.
Geaux chase those dreams! With love, Mom, Dad, Grace, Adam & Rudy
Martin Sullivan
Trevor Chapman
We have watched you grow and achieve so much. Your graduation today is a testament to your determination and brilliance. We couldn’t be prouder of the remarkable young woman you have become. Congratulations, Peyton!
With love, ALL of your Family
Peyton Larsen
To our beautiful firstborn grandchild, There are not enough words to express the joy and love and pride that we feel as we prepare to attend your LSU college graduation.
You have always been a faith based and goal oriented, talented loving young lady , who is not afraid of the hard work and dedication that is required to achieve her goals. It has been our privilege to watch you grow and learn and become this amazing beautiful young woman that you are today.
This upcoming milestone is a celebration of your intelligence, your loving and fun spirit, kindness, your abilities to overcome any unforseeable challenges that gets in your path by then seizing the opportunities that prevail to get the job done. Peyton never stop pursuing your dreams for your upcoming future.
You are a shining star! So never stop reaching for the moon and the stars. We look forward to seeing what God has planned next for you!
Congratulations again, sweet girl.
We will be here for you always, and forever. Our love for you is never ending. We are blessed beyond measure to be grandparents.
Love, Mimi & Pop
Congratulations on your graduation, Peyton! This is just the beginning of another incredible journey that will take you places you’ve never imagined again. Continue to embrace every opportunity, learn from every experience, and never be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Your future is bright, and we cannot wait to witness the extraordinary things you are destined to achieve. The world is eagerly anticipating the contributions you will make!
All our love ALWAYS and FOREVER!! XOXO Mom, Tater & Zac
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Kaitlyn Hoang
At just 20 years old, you’ve done it – and in three years time. No one will ever be able to take this accomplishment away from you, and you should be very proud. I know I am. Go best friend!
Love, Chloe
Jacob Chastant
It’s been such an honor to watch you grow and change as an artist. You have one of the most unique styles the Reveille has ever seen, and I appreciate every single graphic you’ve done for us. From classics like your patriotic Mike holding a beer to underrated gems like your Tiger Trails party bus, you’ve done nothing but put fire on the page again and again.
-Colin
Maya Smith
Maya, you did it! Your childhood dream came true; Graduating from College, getting the full college experience, and even better at a SEC school!! To say your family is proud of you is an understatement and the fact that you are going to help mold little minds this world will be a better place. Geaux Tigers! Love, Mom, Dad, and the rest of your crazy loving family!!
Catherine LeFevre
“She is clothed in strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future”Proverbs 31:25
“Wherever you go, go with all your heart”Confucius.
Congratulations Catherine! We love you and we are all so proud of you!
Love, Mommy & the entire family
Tyler Harden
Congratulations Tyler! We are so proud of all you have accomplished at LSU. You made terrific memories and your future is bright!
Love, Mom, Dad, Lily, Grandma, Grandpa, and Uncle Jimmy.
Allison Brooke Huddleston
From Pre-K through LSU… Your academic journey has been one of commitment and excellence. It’s been a joy watching you grow. Keep reaching for new heights and learning opportunities! Geaux Tigers!
All our Love! Daddy, Mommy & Blake
Allison Everett
Allison, congratulations on your graduation! We are so proud of the woman you have become during your time at LSU and are excited to watch your next chapter.
We love you! Geaux Tigers!
Daimon Choate
We could not be more proud of you for continuing to work hard and set new standards. College is never easy, yet you’ve made it look effortless. It’s an achievement that should never be underrated and we can’t wait to see what you do out there.
Love mom and Mrs Angela
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LSU students woke up to a winter wonderland on Jan. 21, 2025, during a once-in-a-generation Southern snowstorm. Here’s what was going on around campus that day.
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Students build and decorate their snowmen all across campus.
A stop sign? Students find whatever they can to go sledding down hills.
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Students at North Hall play with snow as it continues to fall from the sky.
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SENIOR WISDOM
What did you expect before coming to LSU?
“Before coming to LSU, I knew that I would have an outstanding college band experience, and I certainly did. I didn’t plan on joining the honors college or pursuing history research, but doing so has truly changed my life.”
Ann Crabtree
“Before coming to LSU, I didn’t know what to expect. Coming here meant leaving everything behind. I was moving in with random roommates from across the country, and my decision to attend LSU was almost completely random — I just knew I wanted a big school where I could meet new people and experience a different culture. While I craved change, it didn’t take away from the fact that all the change was overwhelming. So many possibilities ran through my head about how things could go. If you’re an outof-state student coming from a tight-knit community, you understand the fear. However, as stereotypical as it sounds, it ended up being the best decision of my life. I became a whole new person here - not because college was easy, but because I experienced literally everything. Of course, my best memories were made, but some of my lowest moments happened in college too. That’s what it’s about: learning how to pick yourself back up, growing, and finding a community to support you through the highs and lows. You learn so much about people - and even more about yourself.”
Violet Micaila
“Before coming to LSU, I wasn’t sure what to expect other than knowing it would be a big campus and that I looked forward to meeting new friends.”
Charlotte Theriot
“Before coming to LSU, I expected a culture shock, but in a good way. Since I’m from Alabama, I knew the difference in culture would be something to look forward to, and it didn’t disappoint.”
Morgan Causey
“I honestly had no idea what to expect. I’m from Pennsylvania and had literally never been to Louisiana before but I just decided after one visit it was the right choice and I’m so glad I did because it was.”
Anna
Puleo
How LSU has changed you or helped you to grow?
“I think LSU has made me really open up to the world. Being from a small town, I think spending the last four years meeting people from all over the world with a million different goals and passions has been one of the most fulfilling parts of being here. I’ve accomplished things while at LSU that I couldn’t have even imagined 4 years ago.”
Anna Puleo
“LSU has helped me grow tremendously. One group that contributed to my personal growth and confidence was Future Ex Youth (FXY), a club that supports artists and creative minds of all types. This year, I met so many hardworking individuals through the club — beautiful souls who inspired me to start the FXY Dance Project with my partner, Rory. I could not have done it without being surrounded by such forward-thinking, creative people. Especially being an out-of-state student, it can be hard to put yourself out there, but FXY at LSU encouraged my creative vision and pushed me to step out of my comfort zone. They supported me every step of the way, helping to make my project a success. FXY significantly helped me grow not just in confidence, but in physical skills, choreography, and project management. It’s a group that will always hold a special place in my heart.”
Violet Micaila
“LSU has helped me grow by pushing me academically, strengthening my independence, allowing me to build lasting friendships and helping me discover who I am and what I value.”
Caroline Forest
“LSU has helped me a lot because I’ve been able to get real leadership experience at a media nonprofit like KLSU for the past year. I’ve learned a lot of valuable lessons you just can’t teach in a classroom.”
Cade
Williams
“LSU has helped me grow in ways I never knew I could. Coming here from California was one of the biggest changes, but also opened my eyes to so many different people, cultures, and ideas that I would have never considered before coming here. I love LSU!”
Arianna Spathopoulos
“LSU has challenged me to be a better historian, researcher and scholar. I’m so grateful for my incredible faculty mentors, friends, and Tiger Band family who have encouraged me to chase my dreams and supported me every step of the way!”
Ann Crabtree
Whta is your favorite memory at LSU?
“My favorite memory of being at LSU was the experiences that Tiger TV gave me. I got to cover multiple events including the 2023 Heisman Trophy Ceremony, the Paris Olympics and a ton of other sporting events. I really enjoyed the camaraderie and friendship that sports brings out in people.”
Louis De Vita
“My favorite memory is probably Mardi Gras. Me and my roommates have gone to NOLA all four years which I’m so grateful for, but last year was extra fun because my best friend from highschool and my brother came to visit which was soo fun. I love showing people from home around because it’s such a cool state.”
Anna Puleo
“Game days with my friends, without a doubt! From the anticipation building all week, to our early morning Chick-fil-A runs, getting ready together and finally ending the night singing along to ‘Callin’ Baton Rouge’ — it’s an experience I’ll never forget. I’m so grateful I had the best people around me to make those moments even more special.”
Skyllar Merrick
“One of my favorite memories from my time at LSU is the cherished mornings when my friends and I would get together in my room to get ready for game-days. We’d start with breakfast or coffee, then spend time together preparing for the day ahead. This simple routine every game-day, filled with laughter and warmth, are moments I’ll carry with me forever.”
Hadeel Mustafa
“My favorite memory from my time at LSU has to be the Homecoming 2024. It seemed like the game dragged on forever, but we won at the end, and everyone stormed the field. It was so much fun!”
Morgan Causey
“I have so many favorite memories here at LSU, but one that definitely will stay with me forever was my sophomore year family weekend. My mom spent the whole weekend with me going to the tailgates, the game and all the bars all together with my friends.”
Arianna Spathopoulos