JANUARY 24, 2012 VOLUME 83 ISSUE 18 THE LION ’S ROAR S OUTHEASTERN L OUISIANA U NIVERSITY A Student Publication Campus Life Page 2 Opinions Page 3 Arts & Entertainment Page 4 Sports Page 6 News Page 8 LionsRoarNews.com Actors Jarreau to replace Ruby as cast in first play Miss Southeastern 2012 of season BY SARA PATRICK Staff Reporter STAFF REPORTS Todd McElroy explained that that her new responsibilities the decision was made through will not interfere with her life The theater department began Due to undisclosed circum- a predetermined set of rules as a college student. work on its first spring produc- stances, Miss Southeastern used for the competition. “I definitely feel inspired tion, a two woman show titled winner Olivia Ruby will no “The previous Miss South- and privileged to serve my “‘night, Mother,” by holding au- longer hold the title of Miss eastern was not able to fulfill school,” said Jarreau. ditions in the Vonnie Borden Southeastern 2012, effective all the obligations of the title,” As Miss Southeastern, Jar- Theatre in D Vickers Hall. The immediately. The title will said McElroy. “There are pro- reau will take up all the duties auditions were held on Thursday, pass to second runner-up Jen- cedures in place so it was just and responsibilities as well as Jan. 19 from 4 to 6 p.m. nifer Jarreau, a sophomore a matter of following the pro- the rewards that come with the “‘Night, Mother” was written middle school education cedures that were already in crown. by Marsha Norman in 1983. This major, of Denham Springs, place. We went to the next eli- “Miss Southeastern is play earned Norman the Pulitzer LA. gible contestant.” awarded the clothing al- prize in Drama that year and was Ruby, a freshman, was Jarreau is the 19-year-old lowance [and] the scholarship. turned into a broadway show and awarded the title of Miss daughter of Gene and Bridget The rewards come with the later a film. Southeastern during the annual Jarreau and is a Resident As- title,” said McElroy. The play features two charac- pageant sponsored by the sistant for Hammond Hall. Assistant Vice President for ters: Jessie Cates, a thirty-some- Campus Activities Board During the competition, Jar- Student Affairs Jim (CAB) on Oct. 15, 2011, while reau performed a jazz dance to McHodgkins elaborated on see ‘NIGHT, MOTHER pg. 4 Bethany Putnam, also a fresh- the song “Wonderful” by that point by saying that no man, and Jarreau won first and Annie Lennox. scholarship money or awards second runners-up respec- On receiving the title of had been given yet. tively. Miss Southeastern 2012, Jar- “No scholarships or any- Referees When asked why the crown reau expressed excitement for FILE PHOTO had passed to Jarreau instead her opportunity to represent see MISS SOUTHEASTERN Jennifer Jarreau, a sophomore middle school education major, ac- of Putnam, CAB Coordinator the university. She is confident pg. 5 cepts her awards in the Miss Southeastern pageant held last year. call off shot, no Installation of new turf to begin overtime BY JOSHUA MAY facilities. Sports Editor “We had to use loans so BY NICK BEJEAUX we’ll pay this back in the next Editor-In-Chief Strawberry Stadium, home couple of years,” said Bellairs. of the Lions football team and “The Lion Athletics Associa- The Lions basketball team (7- host to numerous campus tion makes money a lot of dif- 10, 1-4) had a rough week both on events, is scheduled to undergo ferent ways.” the road and at home; failing to a turf upgrade beginning Jan. The LAA is also looking at catch up in the Southland Confer- 30. This is the first time the doing some sponsorship rights ence (SLC) against the McNeese turf has been upgraded since to put some corporate sponsors Cowboys last Wednesday, 61-47, the return of the football pro- names in the far corners of the and suffering an agonizingly close gram in 2003. end zone where the track defeat against Nicholls State This remodeling will in- would be in order to help pay Colonels on Saturday, 55-53. clude the removal of the old for the project. Against McNeese (7-9, 3-1 ), turf and track that surrounds The high quality UBU- Patrick Richard scored a game-high the field and installation of a Speed Series-S5-M turf is a 17 points and Jeremie Mitchell new turf that was previously multi-use turf and the univer- scored six points in a 17-2 run in the used by the New Orleans sity plans to use the field for first half as McNeese State built a Saints and Tulane University multiple events rather than just 21-point lead and held to defeat for one year during the 2010 football games. see NICHOLLS pg. 6 season in the Mercedes-Benz According to Bellairs the Superdome. new turf will allow the “It’s the Saints old turf so women’s soccer team to com- we’re able to save about pete in Strawberry Stadium for Balfour to $300,000 at the same quality the first time and be used for turf we would normally pay” different student events. said Athletic Director Bart “Our coach [Blake Horn- display Bellairs. buckle] really wants to play on The Lion Athletics Associa- grass but what happens is tion (LAA) finances this sometimes when the weathers class rings $525,000 project. The LAA is so bad you mess up your BY NICK BEJEAUX a non-profit organization that field,” said Bellairs. Editor in Chief assists the Athletic Department “My goal is to get our soc- TONY ROMAIN by providing private and fi- cer team to play over here a After applying for Spring The new turf, scheduled to be installed on Jan. 30, sits in the student/faculty parking lot near Clark Hall. It nancial support for scholar- 2012 Graduation, the next stop see INSTALLATION pg. 4 is the same turf used by the New Orleans Saints for one year in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. ships, operations and athletic for an exiting senior is order- ing their Southeastern class ring. Next week, the Balfour Community mourns death of local child Company will set up shop in the University Bookstore to showcase the rings’ designs BY ELIZABETH HUTCHINSON erosions to form in response to her readers to thank God for ald. “My heart goes out to their and assist seniors in ordering Staff Reporter any minor injury or friction on the peace he has given Tripp, whole family, but I hope Court- the skin. This reaction is caused now free of his painful condi- ney realizes the difference she their class rings. Only seniors Over a thousand mourners by a missing protein that binds tion. made in the world by sharing who have applied for gradua- clad in black and red gathered one layer of skin of tissue to an- The grief Roth felt at the Tripp’s story.” tion will be able to order their at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church other. While junctional EB passing of her son resonated Roth posted on Sunday the rings. in Ponchatoula, La., last most commonly affects skin tis- not just with her hometown, entire speech she gave at “Students can purchase Wednesday to pay their final re- sue, it can also affect the but also with the campus of Tripp’s funeral as well as how their rings at anytime online spects to Tripp Roth, a toddler mouth, esophagus, lungs, mus- Southeastern. Emily McDon- she is coping after her son’s on the Balfour website, but the whose struggle against the rare cles, eyes, nails and even teeth. ald, president of Sigma Sigma death. advantage here is that they get disease known as Epidermoly- Roth, Tripp’s mother, has Sigma, and her sorority hosted “I know that my life will to see the rings and ask the sis Bullosa (EB) has touched worked tirelessly to raise a fundraiser for Tripp and his never be the same because of Balfour representatives any thousands around the world. awareness for EB by chroni- COURTESY OF “‘EBING A MOMMY” family in their philanthropic ef- Tripp,” wrote Roth. “He is the questions they have about the rings,” said Kathy Pittman, di- Roth was 32 months old at cling Tripp’s life on her blog.” Tripp Roth, a 32 month old with a forts last year. most precious gift I’ve ever re- the time of his death on Satur- One of Roth’s posts detailed the “Every once in a while there ceived. I hope that he will con- rector of the Alumni Associa- rare genetic disorder called EB tion. “This is the official ring day, Jan. 14; his funeral was heartbreaking moments leading was laid to rest last week. is someone that comes along tinue to change the lives of so held four days later on Jan. 18. up to Tripp’s passing. that teaches everyone around many people even though he is of Southeastern. It has all the According to Courtney Roth’s “It happened within minutes most favorite spot. My heart him or her a little bit more now in a far better place. I symbols of our traditions and blog, “‘EB’ing A Mommy,” of me picking him up out of literally hurts more than I ever about life. Tripp was definitely hope now he will be watching it ties them to the university. It only one in two million are di- bed and rocking him,” Roth thought was possible.” a baby that touched so many over and taking care of me, be- connects them with their fel- agnosed with junctional EB, wrote. “He took his last peace- Despite her grief, Roth lives just by living and sharing cause I now need all of the low alumni as they travel which causes blisters and skin ful breaths in my arms, in his wrote on her blog again, asking his inspiration,” said McDon- comfort and care I [can] get.” see CLASS RINGS pg. 5 Follow the Roar Weather Reminders

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young men interested in KA to Gamma Beta Phi contact our recruitment chair, Gamma Beta Phi would like to Chase Pennington, for informa- welcome back its members as tion regarding upcoming events well as all of the students at at [email protected]. SLU. Our first set of biweekly We hope that everyone is as ex- GBP meetings will be held on cited about the Spring 2012 se- Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 12:30 p.m. in mester as we are and wish Student Union Room 223 and everyone the best of luck this se- Wednesday, Jan. 25 at 5 p.m. in mester. the Student Union Theater. We look forward to seeing you Moxie Dance there! Project ΑΟΠ Moxie Dance Project will be The ladies of Alpha Omicron Pi selling Jambalaya/Etouffee would like to welcome everyone plates for $8 per plate in the Stu- back to school! We hope every- dent Union on Monday, Feb. 6 one's first few days back went from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Our well. We are so excited about the plates will include crawfish expectations our chapter ex- etouffee, corn, bread and dessert. ceeded last semester, placing Help us raise money to represent first in grades with a 3.261! Southeastern Louisiana Univer- Also, great job to our new mem- sity at this year's American Col- bers, who achieved a GPA of lege Dance Festival! 3.526! We are looking forward to another great semester and ΣΓΡ wish all of you the best! The Pi Iota chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. will SGA be having their 2012 Informa- Welcome back students! The tional on Feb. 1 in the Student SGA is continuing to offer free Union Room 223, from 7:22 coffee and scantrons this semes- p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The attire for ter! This week we will be pro- the evening will be casual and viding free bottled water during refreshments will be served! the Welcome Week celebration in the Union. Grant workshops ΦΜ ELIZABETH HUTCHINSON are today and tomorrow at 5 The Ladies of Phi Mu would like Members of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity join hands and sing their fraternity hymn to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. p.m. in Student Union Room to welcome everyone back for 223. You must be present to be the Spring 2012 semester. We BY NICK BEJEAUX St. Tammany Hall to the Stu- everything went well despite Strategic Planner for the Tex- eligible for a grant! Elections for hope you all had a wonderful new SGA leadership will be Editor in Chief dent Union Mall where a can- the cancellations. We just tron Marine and Land Slidell winter break! It's that time for dlelight vigil would have been wanted to share the vision of branch and is also the state di- March 12-14. The deadline to Spring Recruitment again, and Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity held for King. However, rain MLK with as many people as rector of Alpha Phi Alpha fra- file for 2012-2013 SGA office is we would like to invite any and others gathered last week and wind prevented these we could. We’re working on ternity in Louisiana. Feb. 10. Applications are avail- women interested in sorority life able in the office, Student Union to celebrate the life, vision and events from taking place. Ac- getting more people to attend, Thanars discussed the life to come stop by the Phi Mu Room 207. legacy of African-American cording to Cardarrius Murphy, but attendance is getting better and accomplishments of King, Open House on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. We look forward to Civil Rights Movement leader Alpha Phi Alpha president and every year.” as well as his attributes of vi- ΚΑ meeting you and showing you and member of Alpha Phi senior kinesiology major, this The ceremony opened in sion, purpose and action and We would like to start off by what we are all about! If you Alpha Dr. Martin Luther King, is the third year in a row that prayer, followed by a perform- how they can benefit our lives thanking all of the brave South- have any questions, please con- Jr. the procession and vigil have ance of the hymn ‘He’s Able’ today. Thanars closed his eastern students that came out tact the Phi Mu Membership Di- The remembrance ceremony been cancelled due to weather, by the Southeastern Gospel speech with the latter half of and donated blood last week. rector, Samantha Williams at was held in the Student Union but it didn’t dampen the spirits Choir and the Alpha Phi Alpha King’s famous “I Have a You all truly made a difference. [email protected]. Theatre on Jan. 17, 2012, the of those attending. fraternity song “The Alpha Phi Dream” speech delivered on We would also like to direct any Have a great rest of the week! day after Martin Luther King “It’s just been our luck with Alpha Story.” The keynote Aug. 23, 1963 in Washington,

the weather these last few speaker, Don Thanars, then Day, around 7 p.m. Originally, see MLK pg. 5 a procession was planned from years,” said Murphy. “I feel took the podium. Thanars is the Sexual assault reported < to University Police The Style Factor The Lion’s Roar searches for those with a little style Jessica On Friday, Jan. 20, 2012, a parent of a student reported the Griffin student was sexually assaulted in Tangipahoa Hall. Further in- Middle school education, freshman vestigation and a conference with the victim revealed the inci- dent to be a battery and not a sexual assault. The suspect has Where do you like to shop? been identified and an affidavit for an arrest warrant has been “Anywhere really. Most of my clothes come from submitted to the court. The case remains under investigation and Forever 21. more information may become available as time progresses. What’s your favorite kind of clothing to wear? Anyone with knowledge of any crime on campus is encour- aged to contact the University Police Department at 985-549- “I just like to be comfortable. I don’t like wearing 2222 24-hours a day. Students and employees are encouraged to tight, fitted clothes. I don’t like wearing loud colors, take reasonable steps to ensure their safety at all times while on neon or anything.” campus and call us for assistance at any time. - Courtesy of the UPD Chelsea < Takacs Health studies, grad student Do you have any influences for your fashion? “I’ve been told that I was supposed to be alive during the 70s, so I really like old fashions. I like business casual fashions too. I want to live in New York so I want to fit in.” What is your favorite store? “I love H&M and there’s one opening up in Baton Rouge and I am going to go bankrupt because of it.”

Police Reports Criminal actions from Jan. 1 - 16 University Ave. at University Ave. at University Center East Tornado Dr. N. General Persh- An employee reported a A vehicle was stopped for theft and criminal damage to ing Ave. property. having only one working head- A non student was issued a lamp. The non student driver state citation for no license North Oak St. was arrested and transported to plate and no insurance. Subject Tangipahoa Sheriff’s Office for was arrested and transported to A non student was issued a possession with the intent to Hammond Police Department state citation for open container distribute Schedule I narcotic, for outstanding warrants. and improper lane use. possession of Schedule II nar- cotic, possession of a legend Zachary Taylor drug, possession of drug para- North Oak St. phernalia, two headlamps re- A non student was arrested Hall quired and no driver's license and transported to Tangipahoa A student reported his bi- on person. The non student Sheriff’s Office for disturbing the cycle stolen. passenger was issued a misde- peace by appearing in a intoxi- meanor summons for posses- cated state and resisting an officer sion of drug paraphernalia. by providing false identification. University Ave. Taylor Hall A student was stopped for A student was issued a improper lane use and was misdemeanor summons for found to be driving while in- possession of drug parapher- toxicated. Subject was arrested nalia. Subject was also re- and transported to Hammond ferred to Office of Student Police Department. Conduct. T HE L ION’ S R OAR O PINIONS P AGE 3 J ANUARY 24, 2012 Stand against Voice your opinion SOPA and PIPA BE HEARD The pieces of legislations penalized for violations that are Speak known as the Stop Online Piracy completely beyond their control. Act (SOPA) and The Preventing In order to ensure the integrity What did you like or not like Real Online Threats to Economic of our freedoms and to keep the Creativity and Theft of Intellec- federal government from over- about the first day of class tual Property Act (PIPA) are stepping its authority, the Ameri- ? shortsighted, counterproductive can people must inform their Out and will stifle the liberties of in- representatives of their opinions Mary Takewell Johnny Braud Sophomore Junior nocent American citizens. of SOPA and PIPA. We are ap- Elementary Education Sports Management Thankfully, the recent uproar palled that our own representa- caused by these bills has placed tives, Congressman Steve Scalise I liked that I was going to I didn’t like that I felt rushed, the legislation on hold. The effec- and Senator Mary Landrieu are in new classes to find out what I but it was my fault because I tiveness of the petitions, rallies, support of these bills. We are, was going to be learning. I did- thought school started on letters and protests of those op- however, in agreement with Sen- n’t like that I will have to start Wednesday. So I had to do every- posed to the bills show that we ator David Vitter’s decision to op- waking up early again. thing like pay my tuition on the still have a say in the process of pose the bills and we hope that first day, but the good outweighs government. Hoever, we cannot Scalise and Landrieu will follow the bad since I got to meet my let up now, we must continue the his example. friends and see my teachers. struggle to protect our freedoms. As photographers, writers and Make no mistake, the fact that designers, we understand the Branden Summers Danielle Knatcal these bills even exist maintains value of intellectual property and Sophomore Sophomore the possibility that they will one the importance of protecting it, Business Nursing day be passed into law. but not at the expense of personal While their intended purpose liberty. Our judicial system is I got to meet a bunch of new I only had one class and it was is to prevent piracy, it would in based on the premise of “innocent friends and the teachers seemed weight lifting. It was very relaxed essence impose censorship and until proven guilty,” which will be to be doing their best to make and gave me a way to ease into heavy copyright restriction on ripped inside out by these mis- the semester interesting. There the transition. I didn’t like that the most, if not all, of the content on guided, even ignorant, steps to wasn’t very much that I didn’t line for the computers were very the Internet. protect us from thieves that won't like because the atmosphere at long when I was trying to print a What’s worse than the censor- even blink at these countermea- Southeastern is great and it is a syllabus and people were printing ship is the potential effects on on- sures. In every single way, these nice sized school. really long Power Points. line businesses and companies “protective measures” do more like Facebook or Twitter. If the harm than the piracy they seek to Beatriz Acosta Jeff Simmons bills pass, these companies would prevent. Sophomore Junior have to monitor every single link The Lion's Roar Editorial staff Criminal Justice Business Management and upload posted by users, oth- is urging you to stand against erwise they may be sued them- these proposals. Sign Google's pe- I liked being able to see all I liked that in all of my selves for piracy. tition at www.google.com/land- of my friends, sorority friends classes we only went over the Perhaps the worst part about ing/takeaction/, or better yet, call and being around people in syllabus and there wasn’t very these bills is that, if they do pass, Landrieu and Scalise's offices and general. Even though South- much I didn’t like. It was a they will not actually stop piracy. let them know that you are proud eastern is considered to be pretty chill day. Digital pirates know their way of your rights to freedom of small, I didn’t like having to around computers and could eas- speech and press and you will look for all of my classes. ily continue their illicit activities stand up for them and not give unhindered in any number of them up because of two igno- ways. In the mean time, innocent rantly written and shortsighted companies and citizens will be pieces of legislation. You’re probably not a photographer ever easy. “There is a difference be- tween being a person pushing a button on a camera, and a real, true artist,” said Courtney Dellafiora, an international wedding and boudoir photog- rapher based in Baton Rouge. Photography starts with a true artist who, by definition, has an exceptional ability to express creativity. Without this first building block, a person BY BROOKE KIMBALL cannot even hope to someday, Social Media Editor after lots and lots of practice, Everyone claims to be a morph into a professional pho- photographer these days. tographer. Second, it takes Chances are, if you threw a hard work, experience and a rock on any street corner you’d lot of financial sacrifice. hit one of them. Then, if you While gear alone won’t make asked him or her to explain you a pro, it can certainly aperture, shutter speed, the make a huge difference in the rule of thirds or, God forbid, final product clients receive. how to open a legitimate busi- The cost could be around ness in Louisiana, they’d look $5,000 for even the most basic at you like you were the crazy of professional set-ups. Changing our ideas about racism over time one. Whether you call them Now there is certainly a dif- to marry. counter throughout their lives. stereotype, and if we can ever momtographers, fauxtogra- ference between a fauxtogra- I feel it serves as a reminder When people are exposed to get past the misconception that phers or some other name, the pher and an aspiring of the ignorance that is still other races actions, they can everybody in a particular race results will usually be the photographer. Aspiring pho- alive in America. Who should sometimes immediately take does not act or believe the same: wasted time, wasted tographers are those who’ve we blame in this day and age? first impressions and feel same, our country will become money and timeless moments taken the time to learn how to First would be the parents. every one of that race acts the stronger. When it comes to missed. use a camera, and I mean re- Some parents force their be- same way. stopping racism, now I believe Photography as a profession ally, really use a camera. liefs on their children and, As a black male, racial slurs people need to be more open seems to have become a huge They’ve soaked up all the therefore, breed more Ameri- don't really bother me. I feel minded towards the idea that draw to those who want to knowledge they possibly can cans with hate towards others we can take away the power of we are not that different. God make extra money while they through the resources available who are different. A few years the “N” word; let me clarify: did not put us on this Earth to stay at home with their kids or to them and usually still think back, I was watching The Tyra nigga or nigger. Reacting to be separated but to work to- just on the side of their “real” they aren’t good enough. Banks show as she was talking racial slurs pleases others who gether to bring out the best in BY GRAYLIN JOHNSON full-time job. Unfortunately, They’ve usually taken more to a white supremacist family use them to hurt or offend you. each other. this stems from the common free shoots of their families, Staff Reporter and other families about their When you really sit back and Ephesians 2:16-18, Christ misconception that photogra- friends and acquaintances than Martin Luther King Day children forming stereotypes think, you realize our nation brought us together through phy is pretty easy, or even they’d ever care to admit. Ba- just passed and it was a good about different races at a would not be the country it is his death on the cross. The worse that it’s nothing more sically, they are everything a time to reflect on how many young age. To me, this was a today without the different Cross got us to embrace, and than finding a pretty place fauxtographer is not - commit- Americans have moved for- big eye opener because the races that populates our na- that was the end of the hostil- with flowers and pressing the ted, devoted and a true artist. ward and gotten past racial is- children really did not know tion. After that realization, I ity. Christ came and preached shutter a few hundred times. So what’s the magic for- sues. However, as I was why they thought this way believe the healing of our great peace to you outsiders and Easy is probably the last word mula? Practice, practice, prac- looking on Facebook, I saw a about other races, they just re- nation can begin. Racism is peace to us insiders. He treated that I would ever use to de- tice and more practice. Invest status saying "Happy Robert E. peated what they saw and improving with time as each us as equals, and so made us scribe photography. Reward- in yourself. Oh, and when you Lee Day." Then, I watch the heard from their parents. new generation is born but it equals. Through him we both ing and fun come to mind as finish practicing, practice news and hear of an interracial Second I would blame bad also is becoming more secre- share the same Spirit and have well as hard work but never, more. couple being denied the right experiences that people en- tive. People will always equal access to the Father. Policies and Procedures Staff Contact Us

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‘NIGHT, MOTHER Krause and Gutierrez, received a continued from pg. 1 call-back. On Friday, January 20, at 4 p.m., they returned to the thing year old woman who is Vonnie Borden Theatre, where physically unsteady and has a Winters had them read different Theatre season to start quirky sense of humor, and her parts to find the perfect pair for mother Thelma Cates. the roles. The play begins with Jessie After an hour, Winters had BY BRYAN PERISSUTTI revealing to her mother that she found his Jessie and Thelma Staff Reporter has come up with a plan to com- Cates. Krause, who went out for mit suicide, and drama flares up either part, was cast as Jessie, and Theatre fans returning for between the two women from Gutierrez was cast as Thelma, the new semester are invited to that moment on. her mother. join Southeastern Theatre in “It’s a play that I’ve wanted to “The opportunity of being a closing out their 2011-2012 do for a long time,” said Chad leading actor in a production like season with the final two pro- Winters, an instructor of acting “'night, Mother” is one I've al- ductions of the year. and directing who is directing the ways hoped for,” said Gutierrez. Mid season will begin with play. “The subject matter is still “Knowing that the show is com- a production of the 1983 play important today. Suicide is an pletely dependent on the chem- “‘night, Mother” by Marsha issue in society, and the play ex- istry Chelsea and I have is both Norman that will run from Feb. amines that.” nerve racking and exhilarating. I 15-18 and will conclude with a For the auditions, eight stu- look forward to building a pro- production of a new work enti- dents came to the Vonnie Borden fessional relationship with her tled “Who the F*ck is Dan Theatre to perform a one to two and bringing everything I can to Smith?, or a hipster ballet” by minute dramatic monologue for the table.” Michael Bradley on April 25- Winters. Krause and Gutierrez have been 28 in the Vonnie Borden The- Chelsea Krause, a junior mar- involved in theater on campus for atre. keting major with a theater several semesters through South- Instructor of acting and di- minor, performed a piece titled eastern’s honorary theatre society recting Chad Winters said that “One Moment,” which she pre- Alpha Psi Omega. the rest of this season offers at- pared in advance for the audition. The pair will immediately begin tendees the chance to see two “Acting is essentially what I preparation for this dramatic two very different types of plays. want to do for the rest of my woman play, which promises to en- “We have a very serious life,” said Krause after her per- tertain the audience while they are drama to start out the spring se- formance. drawn into the reality of its content. mester and we end on a much Veronica Gutierrez, a sopho- “‘Night, Mother” will be per- lighter note,” Winters said. more general studies major with formed from Wednesday, Feb. 15 “Audiences will be able to a concentration in theater, also through Saturday, Feb. 18 in the come and see something mov- stood out at her first audition for Vonnie Borden Theatre, with each ing and heartbreaking and then “night, Mother.” Gutierrez has performance beginning at 7:30 the next piece that's offered is a previously worked on several p.m. lot more lighthearted and fun.” FILE PHOTO productions at Southeastern, in- For additional information on “’Night, Mother” is a Alan Goodrich portrays Major-General Stanley in last semester’s musical production of “Pirates of Pen- cluding “Julius Caesar” last year. the play, contact Winters at Pulitzer Prize winning drama zance.” The Southeastern theatre season will resume on Feb. 15 with “‘night, Mother.” Four students, including [email protected]. that features only two actors on stage. It focuses on the struggle said Winters. when looking at something they are an event that will stim- between a mother and a daugh- The final play of the season, that's new.” ulate conversation. ter and the issue of suicide. “Who the F*ck is Dan Smith?” Visually, Winter described “I think what's great about “It's a play about a mother is a new work that will be di- the set for each play as being this is that this is an event who is trying to save her rected by guest director Shiloh more stylized and realistic. He where people can come to, daughter's life and the struggle Klein. hopes that the set will help in- bring their friends to it and between the two,” Winters said. Winters explained that part spire conversation about the watch the story and after go out Winters was reluctant to of the decision to do a produc- topics explored on stage. and talk about what you're see- give away too much of the plot tion of “Who the F*ck is Dan “There's a transparency to ing,” said Winters. and expressed his belief that Smith?” stemmed from the de- the set where you can sort of More information on the the audience not knowing the sire to introduce their student see things,” Winters said. “The season can be found on the entirety of it will immediately actors to new works. set will make you think a little Southeastern Theatre Web page draw them in. “We like to get new works bit about the themes of the located within Southeastern's “I think a lot of people will into our seasons as often as we play.” website. All questions regard- come in not knowing at all and, can,” said Winters. “It's a Winter expressed the belief ing the 2011-2012 season can SARA PATRICK boom, within five minutes you chance for our actors to ap- that these two works speak to be directed to Chad Winters at Director Chad Winters gives Veronica Gutierrez some acting direc- are thrust in as an audience,” proach what the process is the college audience and that [email protected]. tions during call-backs. Faculty to show work in CAG

STAFF REPORTS ment have entered works into ings are free and open to all the show. students, not just the art ma- “The show represents a jors. The first fine arts show of broad spectrum of media that In addition to the faculty the semester will feature works represents these different con- show, two other viewings are not from the students, but from centrations in the department,” planned for the semester. A the professors of the art depart- said Newkirk. Student Exhibition will be held ment. Some of the artists have set from Mar. 8 until Apr. 15 and The opening reception for aside time to create work will be followed by the Spring the Faculty Exhibition will be specifically for this show. Senior Exhibition which will held on Thursday, Jan. 26 in “I made my work for the ex- run from Apr. 26 to May 12. the Contemporary Art Gallery hibition,” said Newkirk. “John Students looking to enter (CAG) starting at 5 p.m. Valentino has some new piece work into the Student Exhibi- Any faculty member in the he made just for this exhibition tion can find entry forms in the department of Visual Arts is el- and Jean Flint is doing a sculp- CAG and should note that all igible to enter work into the ture installation that she is still artwork is due by Feb. 24 by show. According to Gallery Di- working on just for this show.” noon. rector Dale Newkirk, about 35 According to Newkirk, re- The CAG hours of operation to 40 pieces will be on display freshments will be offered to are Mondays, Tuesdays and in this year’s show. reception guests. Thursdays from 8 a.m. until Students can expect a lot of Being that the shows in the 4:30 p.m.; Wednesdays from 8 variety as members from all CAG are paid for by a student a.m. until 8 p.m. and Fridays over the Visual Arts depart- assessed fee, all gallery open- from 8 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.

INSTALLATION continued from pg. 1 few times under the lights a little closer proximity to the students so they see it, I just think it’s a cool event.” Due to the wear and tear of the old turf the decision was made to make a change. According to Bel- lairs different types of collision test are taken turf to see if the padding gives enough to protect players from concussions. “Most turfs of that kind of na- ture last about seven or eights years so we were well there,” said Bel- lairs. According to Bellairs, no stu- dent parking will be affected dur- ing the process, and the project may be finished as soon as mid March, dependent on the weather. T HE L ION’ S R OAR N EWS P AGE 5 J ANUARY 24, 2012 Getting involved Chefs Evening fundraiser announced can help students BY ALLISON CRADY BY JASMINE TATE home page, students will find a Staff Reporter Staff Reporter list of resources and organiza- On Sunday, April 1 the tions to explore. Southeastern Development Massive amounts of new in- There are other programs on Foundation will be hosting formation and unfamiliar faces, campus that students can be- their 28th annual Chefs coupled with a drastic change in come a part of in addition to the Evening fundraiser at the Pen- lifestyle, often overwhelms new organizations listed, like the Stu- nington Student Activity Cen- students during their first week dent Government Association ter from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The of college life, making them un- (SGA) or Campus Activities mission of the Southeastern aware of the opportunities and Board (CAB). The SGA is an or- Foundation is to receive, in- resources available to them on ganization that represents the vest, manage and account for campus. Southeastern offers student body, creates programs, contributions for the benefit of many academic, religious and projects and services that bene- the university. social organizations that students fit students. Every student on Over $75,000 was raised for can become involved in. Cocur- campus is a member of the SGA, the university through last ricular activities, intramural ath- but some are more involved than year’s fundraiser. letics, Greek Life and even others. The fundraiser features student government are just a CAB sponsors several events silent and live auctions, wine few of the options offered to stu- that provide leisure and enter- tastings, samples of fine cui- dents. tainment for students. The Miss sine, music and a dance floor. “The sky is the limit when it Southeastern pageant, Fais Do To anyone 21 years or older, comes to involvement on cam- Do crawfish boil, Gumbo Ya Ya tickets are available for $75 for pus,” said Jamie Lombardino, a and Southeastern Star are a few Chefs Evening and $125 for junior mass communication of the many activities sponsored the additional President’s major and member of Alpha by CAB. Toast. Omicron Pi. “There are so many “Inquire about anything and “We’re planning 2012 Chefs connections to be made and op- everything that interests you,” COURTESY OF PUBLIC INFORMATION Evening to be a step above past portunities to be had. I can hon- said Lombardino. “I encourage Patrons at last year’s Chefs Evening, the university’s primary fundraiser, view and bid on silent auc- events,” said Michelle Gallo, estly say it is because of my anyone to get involved on cam- tion items. coordinator of Chefs Evening. involvement with Alpha Omi- pus because there is absolutely “Many new restaurants will the event last year and will be that surrounded last year’s Toast at 3:30 p.m. and the cron Pi that I have been molded something for everyone. The sample popular cuisines and continued in this year’s event. changes we have decided to Chefs Evening will follow into the best me I can be.” more people you meet the more trendy beverages while the Big As of this year there will be a expand the hours of the event,” from 5 to 8 p.m. Students can access a list of opportunities will unfold.” Brass Fun Band plays.” change in the length of the said Gallo. Those who purchase the organizations from the univer- The addition of wine tasting event. This year the event will sity’s website. By clicking on the see GETTING INVOLVED and a dance floor was added to “With all the excitement begin with the President’s see CHEFS EVENING pg. 7 “Current Students” link on the pg. 7 MLK protest, which inevitably lead to continued from pg. 2 the passage of the Civil Rights Act UPD officers awarded of 1964. King refocused his atten- D.C. After his speech, Thanars tion on the issues of poverty and for excellence shared his personal thoughts on ceasing the Vietnam War until his King and how his legacy has af- assassination on April 4, 1968. BY CHRISTOPHER MARTIN ceived this award from our de- fected today’s attitudes toward Though King’s death was al- News Editor partment,” said Welter. “It race. most half a century ago, his dream means a lot when your commit- “Martin Luther King was an of a peaceful integrated America A group of five officers at ment to the service of our com- awesome man. He had vision and lives on today through many the University Police Depart- munity is noticed and he knew his purpose; he under- Americans, regardless of race. One ment (UPD) have been rewarded.” stood that his sacrifices would ben- such person is senior organiza- awarded for their services to One of three who won the efit all people,” said Thanars. tional communication major and the community of Southeastern. annual Chief’s Award of Excel- “Today, there’s more subtle dis- Alpha Phi Alpha’s Miss Black and Scott Huff has been named lence, Gipson has been working crimination, but many of King’s Gold 2012 Keturah Green. The Officer of the Year for the at the UPD for almost 15 years. sacrifices have provided a lot of “I felt that this ceremony was a UPD by a group of fellow offi- “Working for a university is opportunities for blacks and good representation and tribute to cers. Along with Huff, Ser- different than working for any whites. We have come a long way, how far we have come and Dr. geant Erica Welter were given other type of police depart- but we still have a long way to go.” King’s vision,” said Green. “I’m a Merit Award. Lieutenant ment or sheriff’s office,” said In 1964, King was awarded the carrying on the dream by making Patrick Gipson, Sergeant Car- Gipson. “It takes a special Nobel Peace Prize for his work to sure I follow the principles that Dr. men Bray and Sergeant Chris kind of attitude. You have to end racial segregation and dis- King upheld: service, mentorship Durham won the Chief’s Award be able to handle things differ- crimination through nonviolent and scholarship.” for Excellence. ently than you would at other Both Huff and Welter were places.” CLASS RINGS their rings, seniors will receive able to assist in the arrest and The UPD works around the continued from pg. 1 them during the spring 2012 recovery of stolen property, clock to provide safety and se- Southeastern Ring Ceremony, helping solve a string of stolen curity for Southeastern’s cam- that they have attained their de- scheduled for April 7 at 7p.m. in vehicle cases. The two re- pus. For providing these gree.” the Student Union Theatre. ceived a radio description of a services, Welter believes that The Balfour representatives More information on the vehicle reportedly stolen and she has gained experience in will be in the bookstore on Mon- class rings can be found at were able to spot the vehicle the field of law enforcement. day, Jan. 30 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; www.Balfour.com. For more in- and recover its license plate “I wanted to help people,” Tuesday, Jan. 31 from 9a.m.- formation on the ring ceremony, number. said Welter. “Working in this 3p.m. and Wednesday, Feb. 1 call the Alumni Association at “That information that they field affords a person the op- from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. After ordering 985-549-2150. obtained basically off duty portunity to help people when helped in the arrest and recov- they most need it. It also gives MISS SOUTHEASTERN tract that indicates the require- ery of stolen property,” said you a more in-depth perspec- continued from pg. 1 ments for being Miss South- Captain Mike McGill. “We tive on how our society func- eastern. Contestants are don’t have much crime on cam- tions and some good life thing is awarded until after,” required to maintain a mini- pus, but, since this is a felony, it experience.” McHodgkins said. “It's not au- mum 2.5 grade point average is a very big deal when this The awards will be given out tomatic. The clothing al- and must be free of any disci- happens.” at a banquet on Jan. 26 that will lowance is given for that year plinary probation. Welter has been with the be held at Trey Yuen in Ham- because it helps them prepare Jarreau will be officially UPD for just over ten years. mond. For more information for Miss Louisiana.” crowned Miss Southeastern on She enjoys serving the South- about the UPD, visit their web- All contestants participating Friday, Jan. 27 at 10 a.m. dur- eastern community along with page located on Southeastern’s in the Miss Southeastern pag- ing a small ceremony held in her co-workers. website under the Quick Links eant are required to sign a con- the Student Union Theatre. “I am honored to have re- navigation. P AGE 6 J ANUARY 24, 2012 S PORTS T HE L ION’ S R OAR

Ochie: Basketball is my Athlete of the Week first love. I started playing Onochie Ochie football in the 6th grade and I Late score too late for Lions was really good at it, so I de- cided to play in high school. I NICHOLLS wanted to go to college for continued from pg. 1 both, but I couldn’t, so I de- cided to stick with basketball. TLR: What’s your favorite “We’re just NBA team? Ochie: Atlanta Hawks. TLR: Who’s your Favorite a terrible NBA player? Ochie: Dwayne Wade basketball from the Miami Heat, I’ve been following him since he played at Marquette. team right Southeastern redshirt TLR: What’s your favorite freshman forward Onochie food? now,” Ochie is a native of Stillwater, Ochie: Aw, man anything Okla. Ochie is the son of two with BBQ sauce. I put it on -Jim Yarbrough college professors in Dr. everything; pizza, burgers, Charles Ochie and Chinelo pasta. I love it. TLR: What’s your favorite Southeastern Louisiana, 61-47, Ochie from Nigeria. thing to do on weekends? in a Southland Conference game After being redshirted his Ochie: I love hanging with Wednesday at Burton Coliseum. freshman season Ochie has friends, my family is so far The Lions’ defeat on Jan. 21 seen action in 15 games thus away at home. I usually hang was embittered by a lost chance far this season for the Lions. with friends and go to church; at overtime against Nicholls (5- Ochie had his best outing ver- I go to church a lot. 13, 1-5), as sophomore guard Je- sus Southern University on TLR: Your parents are remy Campbell missed a Dec. 12 scoring 11 points and both college professors, How 3-pointer from the top of the key. grabbing 5 rebounds in 20 do they feel about your focus Junior forward Roosevelt John- minutes of play, helping lift on sports? son grabbed the rebound and the the Lions to a 65-61 win over Ochie: It’s kind of funny officials waved off his potential the Jags. After saturday game because they wanted me to game-tying bucket after a review, Ochie sat down with The focus on academics and not giving victory to Nicholls. Lion’s Roar. go for sports, but when they However, despite the close- The Lion’s Roar: You did found out I could possibly get ness of the game, head coach Jim well in football when you a scholarship they said okay Yarbrough was not happy with were in high school. Why did we’ll give basketball a try. the team’s performance at all. you decide to stick with bas- TLR: Any plans to visit After the game, he didn’t sugar ketball? Nigeria? coat how he felt. Ochie: I picked SLU Ochie: I don’t know, “We’re just a terrible basket- mainly because coach maybe after college. I went ball team right now,” said Yarbrough came to my home back when I was in eighth Yarbrough. “We can’t make and, literally within three grade and it was fun. Other good decisions down the stretch, minutes, sold my parents members of my family want can’t stay organized defensively over. My parents said it was a to move back when they can, and I feel really bad for the sen- done deal and I said, “Let’s so I’ll go visit them. My iors Deshawn [Patterson] and get it, lets go to Southeast- whole family is out there. The Brandon [fourteener]. The guys ern.” only place I have family in are letting them down big time.” TLR: You turned down a SARA PATRICK the states is in Dallas, every- Yarborough’s dismay was lot of other schools to be Senior guard Deshawn Patterson drives baseline against the Colonels on Saturday night. Patterson finished here. Why did you pick one else is in Nigeria. worsened by the fact that the night with a game high 10 rebounds. Nicholls has performed poorly Southeastern? this season and by the fact that (six points) on Johnson's jumper nine points each. Patterson tied a Arkansas in the annual “Jam the Lion’s provided their first in the lane that gave the Lions a career-high with 10 rebounds for the Jungle” contest at 7 p.m. on Lions add three to 2012 roster SLC win. 32-26 lead with 14:52 remaining. the Lions, who held a 32-29 ad- Wednesday Tickets are avail- Southeastern Louisiana Uni- where he was a teammate of Both teams battled through 10 Offensively, Campbell led the vantage on the boards and forced able by calling the Southeast- versity football coach Ron Dove. As a prep standout at St. ties and seven lead changes in Lions with 16 points, while jun- 14 turnovers ern Athletic Ticket Office at Roberts announced the recent Louis' Gateway Tech, Alexan- the game with Southeastern tak- ior guard Darren Populist and The Lion’s will face their */985-549-5466 or on-line at signing of three players to the der was rated as one of the top ing the biggest lead of the game senior center Elgin Bailey added conference rival Central www.lionsports.net. 2012 roster, increasing the receivers in the metro area be- Lions' total of mid-year trans- fore being converted to free fers to five. safety in junior college. Signing a Grant-In-Aid with Middleton, a 6-2, 255-pound Poor start plagues Lady Lions the Lions are junior college de- defensive end, recorded 68 fensive back Theo Alexander tackles with 10 sacks and 15 BY RYNE BERTHELOT (St. Louis, Mo.), JUCO offen- tackles for loss as a senior at Staff Reporter sive lineman John Murphy Cedar Park High. Middleton, (Alameda, Calif.) and defen- who originally committed to In front of a crowd of over sive lineman Collin Middleton Air Force, earned All-District 1,200 fans, a lack luster first (Cedar Park, Texas). Alexander 25-4A honors as a senior for half did the Lady Lions (5-11, and Murphy each will have two the Timberwolves and was an 0-3) in against the McNeese years of eligibility remaining honorable mention All-State State Cowgirls (14-4, 4-0) los- while Middleton will enter the selection. ing 36-60. 2012 season as a freshman. Murphy, a 6-4, 320-pound “They had 21 offensive re- They join defensive back product, helped the College of bounds,” said head coach Lori Tiray Dove and receiver Roo- San Mateo (Calif.) to a pair of Davis Jones. “They shot 37 sevelt Morrisset as the most re- 8-3 records and was an anchor percent from the field and we cent signees for Southeastern. on a line that helped the Bull- only shot 25 percent. We only All were enrolled in classes dogs average over 300 yards shot 12 percent in the first half. that began on Tuesday and will rushing per game. A three-year I think the things that happened take part in spring practice that letterwinner at Encinal (Calif.) in the first half, we could not begins March 5 with the annual High School, Murphy helped overcome.” Spring Game scheduled for the Jets post a combined record The first five minutes of the March 31. of 34-5, including a 13-0 mark game saw the two teams evenly Alexander, a 6-foot-4, 200- and the BSAL championship in matched until the 15:49 mark. pound safety, recorded 41 tack- 2008. From there, Cowgirl guard les at ASA (N.Y.) College -Courtesy of Media Relations Caitlyn Baggett hit a three pointer to put them ahead 4-7. The lead would not change hands again. The Lady Lions would score four more points before a six-minute scoring drought that put the Cowgirls ahead 8-29. The Cowgirls would win the first half hand- ily, 14-33. During the half, Davis Jones tried to emphasize the magni- tude of the game to her team. “We just talked about being tough,” said Davis Jones. “That’s all we did at half time. We talked about being tough and being embarrassed, getting the ball taken out of our hands and giving up offensive re- bounds. The sad thing is that we dug ourselves such a deep hole. We keep it a pretty even game in the first half and any- ELIZABETH HUTCHINSON thing can happen in the second half.” Lady Lions senior guard Kelli Jenkins elevates for a jumper over McNesse State defender Caitlyn Baggett. The Lady Lions spent much Jenkins and the Lady Lions return to action Wednesday on the road versus Central Arkansas at 7 p.m. of the first four minutes fight- Lady Lions spent the rest of the bounds. Freshman guard Eliza- noted the opposing team’s ing their way back into the game trying to catch up, but to beth Styles added two points, toughness. game. By the 16:31 mark, a no avail, losing their third two steals, and two assists. “I just think we weren’t three pointer by senior guard straight contest. For the Cowgirls, Baggett tough enough,” said Davis Amber Crenshaw pulled the Senior guard Latoria Holder twins combined for 33 of the Jones. “I think we missed a Lady Lions to within 14 points led the Lady Lions in scoring Cowgirls’ 60 points. Senior couple shots early, they got of the lead, before an 11-point with nine, while redshirt soph- forward Kendra Wells con- some and ones early. I just scoring run by the Cowgirls omore Aja Gibson contributed tributed three blocks to the don’t think we were tough put the score at 25-50. The seven points and eight re- game. Afterwards, Davis Jones enough.” T HE L ION’ S R OAR N EWS P AGE 7 J ANUARY 24, 2012 Physical Plant involves campus in biodiesel project BY NICK BEJEAUX any diesel engine. The oil and Editor in Chief other compounds are added to a refining machine, which works Physical Plant Services has the magic of turning bacon begun accepting donations of grease into a renewable energy used cooking oil and grease source. from the university faculty and “The machine is basically a staff to provide raw materials heater and a blender. This for the production of biodiesel, process isn’t complicated at all, which is used to fuel their off you can make these machines in road vehicles and equipment your home,” said Perilloux. “It that use diesel engines. gives you a feeling that you can Martin “Chip” Perilloux, one be independent of the big sys- of the Physical Plant’s supervi- tem.” sors, oversees the project and While the process also uses believes that since it’s inception some dangerous chemicals like in July 2010, it has been com- sulfuric acid, the byproducts are pletely successful. harmless, even useful. For “Obviously the major differ- every 50 gallons of oil, 40 gal- ence between biodiesel and reg- lons of biodiesel are produced ular diesel is that it’s an along with glycerol, a com- agricultural product, it can be pound of glycerin and replenished,” said Perilloux. methanol. Perilloux recovers “Not including our labour, it the methanol produced and uses costs about 66 cents per gallon it in the next batch, saving costs to make biodiesel. I don’t know and providing a reliable supply what the going price at the of the alcohol needed for the pump for diesel is now, but it’s process. Another surprising but definitely more expensive than useful byproduct of making gasoline. There is a very minor biodiesel is soap made from drop in torque, but its very glycerin, which is tough enough slight, you won’t really notice. to clean caked grease off of ce- Besides, biodiesel cleans the en- ment but gentle enough to use gine and makes it more effi- on skin. Perilloux loves this part NICK BEJEAUX cient, so you hardly notice the about the project; his only com- Martin “Chip” Perilloux (right) and his assistant Korey Warford (left) carefully add water to a processor where the used cooking oil will undergo a loss of power.” plaint about the process is that process called transesterification to create biodiesel. Perilloux demonstrated that the exhaust from a diesel engine smells more like cooking food According to Perilloux, it it’s a very dirty job. rather than the harsh smell of petroleum fuels. He said that many Physical Plant workers often complain that the smell makes them hungry. takes about two days to make a Perilloux is assisted by process,” said Warford. “I’m a read “used cooking oil only” loux stressed that this defeats add absolutely no petroleum to batch of biodiesel. The plant Korey Warford, a worker at the mower and Chip is my supervi- will be placed by the dumpsters the purpose of the project. the drum; it’ll ruin the batch.” produces the fuel from used plant. sor. He asked for my help, and of the Student Union where fac- “This is all about recycling, For more information on vegetable oil and animal grease “It’s a new experience for he needed it.” ulty and staff can drop off their it’s a waste of food to use fresh Southeastern’s biodiesel proj- that is chemically reacted with me, and I enjoy working with Currently, only one tank, unwanted grease. While it is oil,” said Perilloux. “Also, peo- ect, contact Perilloux at mper- an alcohol and can be used in the chemicals and the whole which will be painted green and possible to use fresh oil, Peril- ple need to make sure that they [email protected]. GETTING INVOLVED ence major, Orientation leader and member of sev- CHEFS EVENING pieces of jewelry and a crawfish boiling pot with continued from pg. 5 eral campus organizations. “I love being a part of all continued from pg. 5 crawfish. of my organizations. I wouldn’t know all the people All proceeds from the event will be donated While joining a Greek or student group will keep that I met on campus so far and I wouldn’t have got- $125 Presidents Toast ticket will receive ‘VIP’ directly to the university. students preoccupied, they have long-term benefits ten all of the jobs and positions that I have so far.” passes to attend Chefs Evening 30 minutes ear- “Not only does this event raise unrestricted as well, even after graduation. According to studies The Office for Student Engagement is an ad- lier than other attendants along with a signature funds for the university, but it brings our com- mentioned in the Southeastern 101 textbook, stu- ditional resource that can help students find their Southeastern wine glass for the wine tasting. munity back to the campus for an evening of fun dents benefit from being involved by meeting new place at Southeastern. The office is open Mon- Only 250 tickets are available for this exclusive and entertainment,” said Gallo. people, which leads to references, employment op- day through Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and pre-event party. Join the hundreds of alumni friends expected portunities, friendships and a better enjoyment of 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Friday. It is located in The auction consists of a large variety of to take part in this much anticipated Southern college life. “If I were not involved I would have room 203 in the Student Union. They can be items. Last year’s auction included airline tick- Louisiana Dining experience. Bon Appetite! more time for school work, but I wouldn’t enjoy my- reached at 985-549-2120 to gain information on ets, a homemade wreath, a Southeastern Lion For more information call 985-549-3770 or self as much,” said Lorri Lucas, a junior political sci- any particular organization. mailbox, float boat rides, live artist paintings, email [email protected]. Brady named the new human resources director

to Southeastern where he first and advice to HR directors and started working in 1992. other administrators at the “We are pleased to have a seven hospitals in the LSU sys- professional with the wide tem. From 2007 to 2009, he range of experience that Mr. served in the same office as HR Brady brings to the position,” manager, coordinating the un- said Southeastern President classified staff program for the John L. Crain. “We look for- system and other personnel ac- ward to his leadership in per- tivities. sonnel administration and in the After joining the LSU sys- activities of recruitment, train- tem in 1998 as education direc- ing and retention of an effective tor, Brady served as head of Kevin Brady of Hammond and efficient faculty and staff human resources at LSU Lallie has been appointed director of workforce.” Kemp Regional Medical Center human resources at Southeast- Brady most recently served in Independence from 2000 to ern Louisiana University. as assistant HR administrator 2006. A Southeastern graduate Brady, who worked at LSU for the headquarters office of with a bachelor’s degree in Health Care Services in a num- LSU Health Care Services Di- management and a master of ber of human resources capaci- vision in Baton Rouge. In that business administration degree, ties for the past 14 years, returns position, he provided guidance he worked in the university’s HR department from 1992 to 1998, serving as training coor- dinator, assistant academic co- ordinator, and academic staff coordinator. A graduate of the Leadership Tangipahoa program, he com- pleted a fellowship with the Ad- visory Board Company, an advanced leadership develop- ment program. - Courtesy Public Information P AGE 8 J ANUARY 24, 2012 N EWS T HE L ION’ S R OAR Lions’ spirit groups place at Nationals BY BRYAN PERISSUTTI Staff Reporter

The spirit groups of South- eastern have returned from their trip to the Universal Cheerleader Association (UCA) and Universal Dance Associa- tion (UDA) College Cheerlead- ing and Dance Team National Championship victorious as they both left Orlando with top ten finishes. Southeastern's cheerleaders placed 2nd in small co-ed while the Lionettes brought home a 3rd place finish in hip hop and a 6th place finish in jazz. The competition, held over the weekend of Jan. 13-15, pitted both spirit squads against other squads from across the nation. For Spirit Coordinator Paige Lapeyrouse, the cheerleader's performance at Nationals marks their best performance yet while the Lionettes results show steady consistency in their program. “This is a huge accomplish- ment. This is the best South- eastern has ever placed going for cheer,” said Lapeyrouse. “The biggest thing for the Li- onettes is that they have been a consistent program. We've def- initely had a very consistent COURTESY OF THE SOUTHEASTERN CHEERLEADERS AND LIONETTES program in dance.” (Above) The Lionettes’ placed third in the hip-hop portion of the Spirit Competition. (Below) Southeastern’s Cheerleaders placed second in the small co-ed division. Lapeyrouse attributes the achievements of both squads at game at home against McNeese season where they will host Nationals this year to practice State. According to Lapey- clinics and practices up until and hard work. She explained rouse, the cheerleaders and the the beginning of tryouts in the that while the rest of the uni- Lionettes received a large first weekend of May. versity was on break, the spirit round of applause from the “They are athletes. What squads were at school practic- home crowd. they do is a very athletic thing,” ing and working for the result “People stood up for them Lapeyrouse said. “I think they achieved. and I think it made them feel they're definitely that middle “They got out Dec. 10 when just accomplished,” said person from the student to the exams ended and they were Lapeyrouse. “Both sides, cheer spirit to the athlete. That really here on the 11th practicing,” and dance, felt accomplished is their priority. To enhance the Lapeyrouse said. “They had for what they've done.” spirit and to get them and other five days off for the entire Lapeyrouse explained that students involved.” Christmas break and they were even though competition sea- For more information about here everyday practicing, doing son is over, the spirit groups Southeastern's spirit groups, what they needed to do.” will continue to perform at bas- visit www.lionsports.net. Infor- The announcement of their ketball games and some base- mation on the Nationals com- top ten finish happened at last ball games. Additionally, they petition can be found at week's women's basketball will begin moving into tryout www.varsity.com. COURTESY OF THE SOUTHEASTERN CHEERLEADERS AND LIONETTES Pfeil and Nix awarded Emmy for Final graduation application documentary on local donut shop deadline for Spring 2012 is BY RYNE BERTHELOT University Donut donut as a taste they opened at 5 o’clock in the Settoon. Among those were two Feb. 15 Staff Reporter test. The documentary also went morning, and then it takes a few student Emmys, including one in in to the economic trials and tribu- hours to get the donuts ready, so 2006, and were the last of their The final day for Southeast- the “Current Students” link at A class project turned out to be lations of a small restaurant busi- if you wanted to get shots of them kind to be won by a student within ern Louisiana University stu- www.southeastern.edu; then much more for two Southeastern ness, and the kind of impact a making donuts without interrup- the Sun Coast region. dents to apply to graduate in click on “Graduation Informa- students, when they found out business such as University tions you would have to get there “These are the last Emmys to Spring 2012 is Feb. 15, the uni- tion – Apply for Graduation” or their documentary, entitled Donuts has on a community. around 1:30 or 2 o’clock in the be won that have been won by any versity announced today. The call Southeastern’s Office of “Glazed; The University Donuts Pfeil talked of some of the chal- morning,” said Pfeil. “One film university in the Sun Coast Re- graduation application and Records and Registration at Story” was not only nominated, lenges of producing this particular shoot I did I got there around 2 gion,” said Settoon. “In other payment deadlines will be 985-549-2066. The $35 appli- but won an Emmy award for stu- documentary. “Well, first overall it o’clock in the morning and words, out of all the universities in strictly enforced, university of- cation fee should be paid di- dent productions. Stephen Pfeil was on location shooting at a stayed until around six and then Florida, South Carolina, North ficials said. Candidates for as- rectly to the Controller’s and Calvin Nix, Jr. created the ap- restaurant,” said Pfeil. “We had to went to class all day.” Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, sociate’s, bachelor’s, master’s Office, located on North Cam- proximately seven-minute long interview people who didn’t want “Words really couldn’t express Mississippi, Arkansas, Louisiana and doctoral degrees can apply pus in the Financial Aid Build- piece about the University Donuts to be interviewed, and get footage how I felt the moment I won, but and Puerto Rico. for graduation by logging into ing. Spring commencement shop as an in-class project, but of people while they’re eating a feeling of gratefulness came “I think Stephen had a won- their LeoNet campus accounts exercises are scheduled for Sat- was also aired on the Southeast- food, which is kind of an awkward upon me,” said Nix. derful, creative vision for this and choosing the “Self Service, urday, May 12, at the Univer- ern Channel series, “Cinemath- time to film people at all.” For the Southeastern Channel project,” said Settoon. “He and Degree Progress/Graduation, sity Center. eque.” The documentary Pfeil also noted the time and the communications depart- Calvin both worked really hard Apply for Graduation” option. -Courtesy of Public Infor- interviewed University Donut constraints of the business as a ment, this marks their seventh to pull it off. It’s really creative, Instructions are available on mation shop employees, customers and challenge. Emmy in the last six years, ac- informative and, most important local students who were given a “Because it’s a donut shop, cording to general manager Rick of all, entertaining.”

COURTESY OF JOHN REESE Students Stephen Pfeil and Calvin Nix Jr., alongside Southeastern Channel general manager Rick Settoon, received an Emmy for their docu- mentary on local business, University Donuts.