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Lesbian community demands respect
The Hawkeye
Lesbian Visibility Week (LVW) was created in 1990 by a group of activists in West Hollywood who were sick of watching the city’s massive Pride events celebrate gay men while they got treated like an afterthought. The week regained momentum around 2020 because, even in an era of rainbow corporate logos and “Love is Love”...
Marijuana Moves to Schedule III
The Hawkeye
On April 23, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reclassified FDA‑approved marijuana products and state‑licensed medical marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. This move is the first major federal action in over 50 years to change marijuana’s classification. The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) of 1970 esta
WTH: random closures, daily headaches
The Hawkeye
The roads around campus make it easy for students and faculty to travel safely to their destinations. However, when the roads are blocked off at random or for an event, both campus drivers and pedestrians are left in a frustrating position. Recently, the ULM Alumni Association hosted an event called “Wine Over Water”...
Baseball loses series vs JMU 1-2
The Hawkeye
ULM (23-21) baseball hosted James Madison University (18-24) this past weekend at Lou St. Amant Field. After a long weekend, JMU bested ULM in the series 2-1. In game one, the Warhawks, keeping their trend, came out of the game hot with two runs scored, in the first and third inning respectfully, taking an early...
Lee Cronin’s The Mummy Review
The Hawkeye
When people think of the Mummy, they usually picture the 1999 film starring Brendan Fraser. The film itself leans more into modern, gritty supernatural horror than its ’99 predecessor. It feels more like a spiritualsuccessor to the 2017 film of the same name. The similarities start with the genderbending of the title character and end...
Indie animation reaches greater heights
The Hawkeye
Independent animation has gained momentum in recent years, with the Youtube series, “The Amazing Digital Circus” (TADC) being on the forefront. There will be many spoilers, so if you haven’t watched the show, know you’ve been warned. The series currently has eight released episodes and follows Pomni and Jax as they navigate life trapped inside...
A return to island life with Tomodachi Life
The Hawkeye
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream released on April 16, pulling several students away from the stress of finals towards a chill, make-your-own utopia island. The first Tomodachi Life was released in 2009 on all Nintendo handheld systems. Its popularity grew due to the usage of Miis—mini characters you could interact with on Wii platforms, each with their own
Student discounts on major brands
The Hawkeye
Your student ID gets you into campus events and the Schulze dining hall, but it is more powerful than you think. Major brands such as ULTA and Nike offer student discounts, and all you need is that little plastic card. Most students listen to music on the way to class but lose part of it...
Louisiana thriller captivates audience
The Hawkeye
Author Ashley Elston captures the essence of Louisiana in her latest thriller novel, Anatomy of an Alibi. Set in the heart of Louisiana, specifically St. Francisville and Baton Rouge, the story focuses on two women who come from different sides of society looking to search for answers to the questions that haunt them. The novel...
What you need to understand before primary party elections begin?
The Hawkeye
Throughout Louisiana, voters will head to the polls on May 16 for the primary party election. Some will see names and amendments on the ballot that they have never heard of before. Here is how to prepare and decide long before the ballot is in front of you. During a primary party election, voters elect...
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