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KSLU Student Assistant Spends Summer as Good Morning America Intern

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Meet the leaders reshaping SGA toward student connections

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SGA President Maria Nechaeva begins her second term alongside newly elected Vice President Kaleb Melancon and Chief Justice Rejoice Adewale, making up the Big Three for the 2026-2027 academic year. While each position carries different responsibilities, the trio shares one goal: representing students and improving campus life. The SGA president serves as the

A decade in the making: Former Miss Southeastern crowned Miss Louisiana 2026

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Over the summer, former 2024 Miss Southeastern Shelby Bordelon was crowned 2026 Miss Louisiana, becoming the first representative from Southeastern Louisiana University to earn the state’s highest competition title in the Miss America system in more than a decade. Bordelon’s path to the crown spanned several years and multiple titles after being crowned Miss

OPINION | America at 250: Reflecting on a nation still in the making

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This year, America celebrated a milestone birthday: 250 years. When I was initially tasked with writing about Independence Day, I found myself grappling with a blank page for what felt like hours. Not because nothing had happened, but rather, everything had happened. Ultimately, I came to realize that my inability to write was not unique;... The post OPINION

OPINION | World Cup’s greatest moments happen beyond the field

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After the final whistle blew to end the round of 16 match between England and Mexico, England celebrated a hard-fought win, but for Mexico, it was the end of its tournament. However, one of the most talked-about moments of the World Cup came after the match when England midfielder Jude Bellingham walked over to 18-year-old... The post OPINION | World Cup’s g

Kaleb Proctor receives rookie contract with Arizona Cardinals

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Former SLU defensive lineman Kaleb Proctor became the first Lion drafted since 2016 and signed a four-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals, but is likely to miss the majority of his rookie season. After Proctor was drafted in the fifth round following spring practice in Arizona, the media was told he had torn his meniscus.... The post Kaleb Proctor recei

Maria Detillier: Once a Lion, always a Lion

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Growing up in Gramercy with two brothers, Maria Detillier gravitated towards athletics, competing in softball, soccer, volleyball and swimming. The four-sport athlete shined in whatever sport was in season, collecting a slew of accolades in each of the four sports she participated in for Lutcher High School. Detillier collected defensive MVP in volleyball an

Letter from the editor: A journey I never anticipated

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You know, it was unimaginable to see the person I am today when I was fresh out of high school and took the entrance exam to enroll in my first class. Once, I was a music major, uncertain, anxious and always cautious about how I was viewed by others, while not understanding who I was... The post Letter from the editor: A journey I never anticipated first app

Lady Lions roared through a historic season

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The Lady Lions entered the 2025-26 season with high expectations after making the regional final in the 2024-25 postseason for the first time since the 2023-24 season. By the end of the 2026 regular season, Southeastern softball delivered one of the best seasons in school history while establishing nationwide records, highlighted by having the longest... The

SLU spirit groups rally community support for young dancer Rosalina Rotolo

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On Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Southeastern Louisiana University Lionettes and the SLU Cheer team will hold a car wash outside Southeastern’s University Center, 800 W. University Ave., to support local young dancer Rosalina Rotolo. Rosalina is the daughter of former Lionettes coach Caitlin Rotolo, who recently shared information about her

Dr. Jerry Parker proudly guides students to success

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For Dr. Jerry Parker, service extends far beyond committee meetings and the classroom. As an instructor at Southeastern, service has become a defining part of his career, shaping his impact across the institution. Parker has a strong connection to Southeastern. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in French Language and Literature and his doctorate in... The post

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...

SOUTHEASTERN STUDENTS HONORED WITH LAB SCHOLARSHIP, AWARD

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HAMMOND – Two Southeastern Louisiana University students were honored recently at the Louisiana Association of Broadcasters’ Prestige Awards. Darci Lourigan, a KSLU radio student broadcaster from Mt. Hermon, was named the 2026 Student Radio Broadcaster of the Year, while Southeastern Channel Student Assistant Director of Entertainment and Cultural Programmin

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