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OPINION | Bruno Mars brings the romance to New Orleans

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Bruno Mars has always been a classic. His music is everywhere. You hear it in the car, at weddings, in bars and through someone’s headphones. Even if you are not a huge fan, you probably know the words to at least a few of his songs. When the Caesars Superdome filled up for Bruno Mars’... The post OPINION | Bruno Mars brings the romance to New Orleans first

Beyond the meal swipe: Inside Southeastern’s dining options

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On Southeastern’s campus, students navigating between classes to find a meal face more than the simple decision of what sounds good. Depending on their plan, students have access to meal swipes, Cub Cash or Lion’s Lagniappe, each with unique uses and restrictions. For students who regularly rely on their meal plans, understanding the differences between... T

New owners let local creators shine at Bayou Booksellers

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After 29 years in business, Bayou Booksellers reopened in Hammond under new ownership, featuring new inventory and a renewed focus on local businesses and artists. After closing the store on Aug. 22 following the Hot August Night festivities, spouses and owners Katie and Michael Turner greeted customers at the door during the store’s grand opening... The pos

Southeastern Alumni chapter launches in Ascension Parish

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Southeastern alumni in Ascension Parish now have a chapter of their own. Alumni filled every table at Mike Anderson’s Seafood in Gonzales on Sept. 17 to celebrate the launch of the Southeastern Alumni Association’s new Ascension Parish chapter. Chapters of the alumni association stretch from Baton Rouge to Dallas, but until now there wasn’t one... The post S

Three Southeastern students pass in vehicle accident

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Three Southeastern students died in a vehicle accident at about 3:30 a.m. Monday, according to a Student Bereavement Notice from the university. In a message to the university community, university officials said the students were valued members of the Southeastern community and expressed condolences to their families, friends, classmates, faculty and others

OPINION | College sports are changing, but what are they becoming?

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Name, image and likeness deals, the transfer portal, revenue sharing, conference realignment and ongoing changes to eligibility have transformed the college athletics landscape in just a few years. These changes are not inherently bad; in many cases, they were necessary. Student-athletes now have more opportunities to earn money and greater freedom to make d

Lions soccer strikes early, secures win in conference opener

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The Lions women’s soccer team secured a 2-1 victory over McNeese in its Southland Conference opener Thursday night at home, moving into a first-place tie with Lamar, UIW and SFA. Although the Green and Gold started the season with a loss, the team has fought back and established itself as one to watch during conference... The post Lions soccer strikes early,

Play-by-play: SLU stuns FBS foe ULM for program-defining victory

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Southeastern took down ULM on the road 38-35 on Saturday for the program’s first-ever win over an FBS opponent, as Head Coach Frank Scelfo guided his team to a monumental victory over his alma mater. The Lions led from start to finish, using two defensive/special teams touchdowns to upset the Warhawks. SLU built a 38-20... The post Play-by-play: SLU stuns FB

Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ remains hauntingly timeless

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“You gods don’t speak in ways we understand,” said Odysseus. “Who doesn’t understand pain?” replied Athena. I open this review with these quotes because this exchange was probably the first one that stuck with me. The dynamic between Odysseus and Athena is one of my favorite aspects throughout the movie. Before we dissect this relationship... The post Nolan’

From page to stage: “The Late Shift” by David Armand

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For David Armand, writing has taken many forms. He has written poetry, fiction, memoirs and novels, but his latest project brought his work somewhere new: the stage. Armand, an English and creative writing professor at SLU, recently saw his play, “The Late Shift,” produced by a community theater in Mandeville. The theater ran the play... The post From page t

KSLU Student Assistant Spends Summer as Good Morning America Intern

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Categories: ShowcaseSoutheastern KSLU Student Assistant Spends Summer as Good Morning America Intern Meet the “GMA” interns as they share what it’s like working behind the scenes in honor of National Intern Day 2026. July 30, 2026 KSLU student assistant is spending the summer interning with Southeastern alum Robin Roberts at Good Morning America. Good Mornin

SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY RANKED BEST COLLEGE CAMPUS IN LOUISIANA

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HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University has been rated the best college campus in the state of Louisiana by Niche.com. In order to help potential students find the college with the best campus, Niche releases annual rankings of the best college campuses. Niche makes its ranking based on key statistics and student reviews using data from...

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