APRIL 8, 2014 VOLUME 85, ISSUE 26 THE LION ’S ROAR S OUTHEASTERN L OUISIANA U NIVERSITY A Student Publication Campus Life Page 2 Opinions Page 5 Arts & Entertainment Page 6 Sports Page 8 News Page 10 LionsRoarNews.com INSIDE THE ‘ROAR’ Warm weather yields sweet strawberries BY NICOLE KOSTER Then, we got to January, and we Greeks unite in Staff Reporter still had them covered. We really weren’t getting any fruits.” competition Due to a polar vortex this The delay is over now as April winter, Louisiana received some brought temperatures in the 70s frigid temperatures, and as a re- and 80s. Morrow must pick as sult Southeastern delayed classes many berries as possible before for a week in late January. A extremely high temperatures roll polar vortex is a mass of freez- into town. May, June and July ing cold air that hangs above the will scorch the fields of their har- Arctic Circle and is contained by vest. strong winds according to Ac- “Now, we’re picking berries. cuWeather meteorologist Alex What the problem is, though, is Sosnowski. Winds were forced that we’re fighting time,” -Mor downward from Canada into as row said. “We are having longer far as the Florida Panhandle. daylight hours, and that triggers Also a result of this year’s po- a hormone in the plant which lar vortex was the delay of straw- will stop the plant from making berry growing in Ponchatoula. strawberries. As we get over 16 see GREEK WEEK pg. 2 December, January, February hours of daylight, the plants will and March—a month strawberry stop making strawberries. So plants love—had a range of tem- that’s how we’re fighting against Hammond peratures from 17 to 50 degrees. the time.” The Lion’s Roar / File Photo Those cold temperatures are This year’s Strawberry Festi- Strawberries top chocolate cupcakes at Southeastern’s Strawberry Jubilee, the university’s own strawberry festival. In celebrates arts not conducive to the strawberry val is sure to have fresh, red, ripe Memorial Park this year, Strawberry Festival will o er attendees a strawberry eating contest and live music including plant. Eric Morrow, farmer and berries for the public. Farmers Big Al & The Heavyweights, Bandcamp, the Top Cats and Tod O’Neil. owner of Morrow Farms, is now grow their own strawberries lo- a little over 150 years. According It’s a cultural thing. People right reign as the Louisiana Straw- in a race against time as warmer cally and drive them straight to to Morrow, the popularity of the now, they want crawfish and they berry Queen XLII, and Wayne weather picks up before the hot the festival, so there are fewer Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival want strawberry short cake for Howes, Jr. will reign as Straw- weather of May kicks in. With food miles on the berries ensur- has grown since its humble be- dessert.” berry Festival King. The Grand the 43rd annual Ponchatoula ing their freshness. ginnings. Since 1972, Memorial Park in Marshall will be the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival this week- As an eighth generation farm- “I grew up as a kid going to Ponchatoula has hosted the festi- High School Chapter of Future end, April 11-13, Morrow and er at Morrow Farms in Poncha- the festival and selling berries val for people from all across the Farmers of America. Festival his team are finally picking the toula, he farms on the land of his with my dad,” said Morrow. “It parish to attend. Now, visitors hours are 4-10 p.m. on Friday, berries the plants are producing. ancestors. The land was granted was a lot of fun, and it was a lot from across the nation visit Pon- April 11, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. “December was so cold that to his family in 1859 by President smaller then too. It has grown chatoula every year in April to on Saturday, April 12 and from we had to pull the cover on the James Buchannan, and Morrow tremendously from what it used taste the sweetness of the south. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, plants, and the plants stayed cov- says he returned home 16 years to be when I was a kid. It’s a big The Queen and King of this April 13. For more information ered for about 40 days,” Morrow ago from his desk job in Chicago thing now. It’s a lot of promo- year’s festival is a pair of South- on the festival and events, visit said of the cold weather. “I’ve to take over the family business. tion for the Ponchatoula straw- eastern alums. Gabrielle Palma, www.lastrawberryfestival.com. see ART pg. 7 never covered berries for so long. The farm has been in business for berry, and people look for it. 2011 Miss Southeastern, will Baseball wins big out of state Psychology students present TOPS reform fails research at SWPA conference in legislature BY MEGAN SIMON and invited talks. Everybody community]. The other pre- Staff Reporter in the psychology community sentation covered the typology A number of TOPS-related bills designed to can attend. The purpose of the of the fans and the main five reform the program will not become reality The Southwestern Psychol- convention is to spread knowl- classifications. They mainly ogy Association got to see edge. focused on classifying Bro- exactly what the university’s “It was like my own ver- nies, male fans belonging to BY EMILY STEPHAN gram, but one that would cost psychology department was sion of a Psychologist’s Can- the fandom for My Little Pony. Staff Reporter more money as the program made of. Three groups of stu- dy Land,” said Eddie Wright, “What this research is tak- became more popular and more dents from the University, both a graduate from one of the ing is those five key fan types A bill seeking to reform the successful. In a budget that’s psychology graduates and un- groups. “I was very excited that we found in earlier re- requirements for TOPS eligi- well over $20 billion, pro- dergraduates, along with Pro- to attend a convention that search and using data from bility recently failed in the state grams like TOPS are financial- fessor Daniel Chadborn, trav- revolved around my interest, more recent surveys with house education committee in ly viable if the governor and elled to San Antonio, Texas, to and to see other research con- about three to four thousand the Louisiana Legislature. legislators want them to be so.” see LIONS pg. 8 present their research studies ducted by other universities as participants from both South- TOPS, the acronym for the Corbello says these new re- to the psychology community. well as their expression at see- eastern and several colleges Taylor Opportunity Program quirements could be beneficial, Lawmakers The convention lasted from ing our own work, gave me a in South Carolina as well as for Students, helps thousands but only when gradually ap- Thursday, April 3 to Saturday, sense of belonging and fulfill- a bunch of online participants of eligible Louisiana students plied so that universities and question higher April 5 and took place at the ment.” from across the country,” said every year to cover their col- students can adapt. However, Hyatt Regency Hotel. The first group, which was Chadborn. “We wanted to take lege tuition at both public and he also says that university tu- education funding The SWPA promotes an led by Chadborn, was com- a look at the typology as well private universities within the itions need to not be in a state annual meeting in effort to posed of graduate students, as some differences within the state. of flux for them to be effective. BY NICOLE KOSTER contribute to its main goal of Wright and Aastha Thapa and group.” However, the program is “The fact of the matter is Staff Reporter promoting and contributing to undergraduate student, Wil- Graduate students, Angel- becoming harder to sustain, as that requirements should in- psychology’s scientific, pro- liam Schmidt. They led two ica Giuffria and her partner, it takes a lot of money to get crease incrementally, but not Louisiana lawmakers and fessional and educational ar- presentations, one explaining Kaly Solek led the second these several thousand students in a vacuum,” said Corbello. board members of the various eas. The meeting offers poster the gender differences found group; Dr. Paula Varnado- covered financially. With the “Universities need to be prop- Louisiana university systems presentations, continuing edu- in male and female fans that Sullivan also contributed to state’s already economically erly funded and tuition itself proposed the idea to make cation sessions, workshops belonged to a fandom [fan the research but did not pres- deprived budget problems, the needs to remain stable.” students coming out of college in ent. The presentation looks costly TOPS program is only In the end, though, the ones Louisiana a competitor in today’s into the stigma/negative atti- adding to the issue. who would be most affected national economy, creating an tudes towards upper limb am- The bill proposed that the by these changes are students, innovative workforce to build a putees in a university setting, minimum requirement for many of whom are struggling stronger economy. comparing opinions towards TOPS should be a score over to pay their way through school Also known as the Workforce four different images ranging 24 on the ACT test and a GPA or deal with student loans. and Innovation for a Stronger from a student missing her left of at least 3.0 rather than a “We have working-class Economy fund or HB1033, WISE arm, one wearing a functional score of at least 20 on the ACT students working their butts would give Louisiana colleges and prosthesis, one wearing a cos- and a 2.5 on their GPA as it has off to get a college degree,” universities a pool of $40 million metic prosthesis and one with been in the past. said Corbello. “They aren’t to fund degree programs with high no amputation, serving as the The bill also says that stu- perfect. Many of them have job demand in the state. control image. dents who do manage to meet more than one job, and many However, the legislation is Leah Derks, second year the minimum standards must of them have families, with drawing some concern from psychology graduate, made up pay a larger portion of their more and more of the cost of lawmakers, one of whom the third group. She presented tuition for their first two years college being shifted in their has doubts on whether or not “To Push or Not to Push: An of their chosen undergraduate direction. Forcing them to pay Louisiana will see a positive Identity Fusion Study,” which program. back the TOPS scholarship for return in tax revenue. explores how a person’s per- Dr. Michael Corbello, an a momentary lapse one semes- Committee Chairman Jim ception of being an individual instructor of political science, ter is not going to do them any Fannin R-Jonesboro says becomes fused with their per- says the sustainability of TOPS good, nor will it do the state Louisiana had previously tried ception of being a group mem- has been an issue for years any good.” to boost economic development ber. now. No legislation regarding for the WISE fund by pouring For more information on “I don’t remember a time TOPS that would have ad- The Lion’s Roar / William Schmidt when the sustainability of justed the standards or capped funds into one program, but the Psychology graduate Aastha Thupa registers at the Southwestern Psychology SWPA and the presentations TOPS was not in question,” the scholarship amounts made tax revenue never lives up to its Association Conference. Psychology attendees presented research and were visit their website, swpsych. said Corbello. “It has always it out of house education com- able to learn about recent research from other schools. org/index.php. see LAWMAKERS pg. 9 been an incentive-based pro- mittee.

Follow the Roar Weather Reminders Stay connected, follow us on Facebook. Student Government Association voting www.facebook.com/ Tuesday Wednesday is taking place now through Wednesday, lionsroarnews H 65 L 45 H 71 L 46 April 9 at polling stations and online. P AGE 2 A PRIL 8, 2014 C AMPUS L IFE T HE L ION ’ S R OAR Greeks take over campus Philanthropy, competition join councils during annual Greek Week competition BY TAMARA ALEXANDER and tiresome, but at the end of Week, and I would say by far Staff Reporter the day we did put out what we this was the best Greek Week we had to put out on the stage,” said ever had,” said Regdricka Jones, Greek Week 2014 ended with Delton Burris, junior computer senior finance major and mem- a hard stomp coming from the science and graphic design ma- ber of Delta Sigma Theta Soror- Greek Week Step Show. It was jor and member of Iota Phi The- ity. “We really got to bond with dedicated to the bond, dedica- ta Fraternity. “I really feel like Kappa Alpha Order and AO Pi. tion and hard work of each ac- we made a good impression.” We got to know them, network tive chapter of sororities and Team Mouse Trap practiced and we built a bond that’s going fraternities on campus. early into the morning prepar- to last forever.” The week began on with a ing for show. Despite the many The interaction between volleyball tournament on Sun- hours of practice, they ran teams gave students the oppor- day, March 3 on the court in the smoothly. tunity to bond and develop life- center of Greek Village. “It [practice] was so long we long relationships. Fraternities and sororities were practicing until one in the “I believe this year has been were paired together in compe- morning. It was very productive the best bond of groups. This far titions including a canned food and everyone got their own in- we’ve made friends and spent drive and the annual Step Show. put,” said Team Mouse Trap’s our last night bonding,” said Jer- There were themes for each Russia Williams, senior early emy Lloyd, current Homecom- group which included Team education major and member ing King and Alpha Phi Alpha Battleship, Operation, Trouble, of Sigma Gamma Rho Soror- fraternity member. Candy Land and Mouse Trap. ity. “It’s not like one person did At the conclusion of the Step Team Battleship was comprised all the work everybody equally Show teams received awards of Kappa Sigma Fraternity, got to do what they thought they for their efforts throughout the Theta Phi Alpha Sorority and needed to put in, so practices ac- week. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Team tually went well.” For Greek Week feature, first Operation was Sigma Sigma In addition to the volleyball place went to team Battleship, Sigma Sorority, Delta Tau Delta tournament and canned food second to team Candy Land and Fraternity and Alpha Phi Alpha drive, teams bonded during the third to team Operation. For the Fraternity. Team Trouble was Campus Activities Board Ca- Step performance, first place Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Sigma sino Night and remembered went to team Trouble, second Tau Gamma Fraternity, Theta deceased alumni at the annual place to Candy Land and third Xi Fraternity and Alpha Sigma Golden Silence ceremony on place to Battleship. For overall The Lion’s Roar / Christopher Martin Tau Sorority. Team Candy Land Thursday, April 3. final standings, it was a tie for was Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, The organizations worked first between team Candy Land (Top) Teams come together for a Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority and together with a common goal of and team Battleship, third team group photo after the results of Greek Kappa Alpha Order Fraternity, earning first place at the end of Trouble, fourth team Operation Week and the Step Show were an- and Team Mouse Trap was Sig- Greek Week. and fifth team Mousetrap. nounced. (Above left) Kaitlyn Millet, ma Gamma Rho Sorority, Kappa “It was nothing but positive “We just wanted to thank serves the ball during the Volley- Alpha Psi Fraternity, Theta Chi energy because we all had the everyone that supported us and ball Tournament earn points for Phi Fraternity and Phi Mu Sorority. common goal of wanting to win, thank Greek Life for having us Mu. (Above right) Members of the Participating students con- for everyone to have fun and put this on every year, and Or- administration joins SGA president, tributed several hours of effort represent our organizations in der of Omega for making it hap- Gregory Crovetto and Jeremy Lloyd, to come out on top at the end the best way that we can,” said pen,” said Harli Manuel, sopho- Homecoming King in remembering of Greek Week. According to Laci Sherman, member of Delta more communication major and deceased alumni. (Right) Team Trou- the participants, the Step Show Sigma Theta Sorority. member of Sigma Sigma Sigma ble moves the crowd and judges with took a lot of hard work, dedica- Many students enjoyed the sorority. their performance earning rst place tion and practice, but it paid off 2014 Greek Week and felt it was Visit lionsroarnews.com and using props such as confetti. in the end. one of the best in several years. for more exclusive coverage “Our practices were long “This was my fourth Greek throughout the week. Organizational News is due on the Friday before publication by 10 a.m., ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS with a limit of 150 words.

e ASSE ank you to the nance workshop can email PRSSA is open to students of all “Southeastern Students for Life” sisterhood bond, including doing ASSE (American FCA everyone who NOCA at NOCA.SELU@gmail. classes and majors with interest Facebook group. Baby fact of the our Flags for Vets philanthropy Society of Safety Engineers) attended the screening of “e com, and the ocers would be in the eld. Connect with us. We week: At Week 34 of pregnancy, the event this Wednesday. Come out Student Section at Southeastern, Passion of Christ” with the Baptist happy to give further information are social. Follow us on Twitter baby’s fat layers are thickening up and enjoy the Strawberry Festival will hold their April meeting on Collegiate Ministry last Monday. on the room location and provide and Instagram “@selu_prssa” and in order to regulate the baby’s body in Memorial Park this weekend. Wednesday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. We will meet at our regularly the link needed to post any friend us on Facebook at www. temperature aer birth. e baby’s AOIIs are sure to be there at the Livingston Center, Room scheduled time in the kinesiology questions beforehand. facebook.com/southeasternprssa. skin is smoother than ever, and the enjoying the great food, fun and 111. Food and beverages will gym on Monday. Join us in baby’s lungs and nervous system strawberries. be provided. e guest speaker fellowship and be blessed. FCA Our next Southeastern Students are continuing to mature. Babies will be Mr. Je Zeringue, Safety welcomes all students. Bring a NSCS meeting SFL for Life will be born prematurely at this point with Last week we Supervisor at Total in Geismar. Mr. friend, don’t miss out. will be held on May 7 at 5:30 holding ocer elections for the no other health problems usually KA participated in the Greek Zeringue is an OSHE graduate and p.m. Active members will be 2014-15 school year at tonight’s survive and do as well as full-term Week events. We were paired with will talk about safety and health NOCA will recognized for their participation meeting. is week, we will also babies. the ladies of Alpha Omicron Pi and in the renery/petrochemical NOCA be hosting a and contributions to our chapter be having a short presentation on Delta Sigma eta and with their industry. nance workshop on Monday April throughout the semester. We abortion. Students for Life meets is week is help we were able to tie for 1st 14 at 5:30 p.m. Refreshments will will also nominate and ll ocer every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. AOP sisterhood week. place. anks ladies for your hard e executive be provided. Since many students positions, as current ocers in Fayard Hall Room 214. For roughout the week, we will work this past week. CAC board of the take out loans or depend on some prepare for graduation. T-shirts are additional information, join the have activities to celebrate our Southeastern chapter of PRSSA type of nancial aid throughout still available. Anyone who would would like to thank everyone who their college career, NOCA wants like to purchase a T-shirt should contributed to the success of this to provide students with the contact a member of the executive semester’s fundraiser. We were able opportunity to learn more about board through email at nscsselu@ W  A C  I T B to raise more than $2000 to benet the importance of basic nances, gmail.com. Any questions or the American Cancer Society. loans and interest as they progress concerns should be directed to the H  A T I Next semester we will support the through college. ere will be a gmail account. Hammond Relay for Life event, Q&A session during the workshop in addition to other programs with the area manager of LaCap Don’t forget W  T A   I Y and fundraisers. Several positions Credit Union and Monty Buckles. PRSSA about the will need to be lled. Anyone Questions can also be submitted meeting tomorrow April 9 at 6 interested in joining CAC and the before the workshop begins, and p.m. in Fayard Hall, room 232. e E  C  ght against cancer should contact more topics will be discussed minutes from the last meeting have Rachell Sons through email at during the Q&A. e workshop been sent out. Check your email for [email protected]. will be held in D Vickers Hall, but a information discussed. Direct any room has not been determined yet. questions, comments or concerns Students interested in attending to [email protected]. 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Kabaco School Of Hotel, Restaurant and www.tangitourism.com Tourism Administration unohrt.com T HE L ION ’ S R OAR C AMPUS L IFE A PRIL 8, 2014 P AGE 3 SGA to provide remedy Casino Night unites students for rainy Louisiana days Students, Greeks interact during first annual CAB game night Students may throughout the campus and reform its weakened bond with the student body, which receive free has proven to be quite the problem with few students rain ponchos voting for or campaigning for positions within the BY EMILY STEPHAN Staff Reporter organization. “By distributing rain The Student Government ponchos throughout the Lion Association office is known Traxx, library and Mims for giving out free pencils, [Hall], we can spread the word coffee and scantron forms at about SGA by advertising their office in Mims Hall, but with the ponchos,” said they are considering giving Alber. “Most people do not The Lion’s Roar / Jay Love out free rain ponchos, as know what we actually do, A member of the Phi Mu sorority pre- well. which is to better our school pares to deal a game of Texas Hold’em The idea of giving out free as a whole by seeking the to students. The Campus Activities rain ponchos was conceived needs of the student body and Board joined with the Phi Mu soror- by student Isabel Alber. A making a change happen. By ity and the Order of Omega to host bill has already been drawn advertising, lending a hand Casino Night. up for the idea, but has not and showing our campus that yet been passed by the SGA. we do care, I believe this will BY JAY LOVE Todd McElroy, coordinator and refrigerator. Smaller raffl es a great time,” said Owens. “My Alber was motivated benefit our student body as a Staff Reporter advisor for CAB, spoke about were held throughout the night, favorite part of the night was to create the bill for a whole.” the goal CAB set for Casino offering students the chance to seeing the lights and getting to rational reason: the often Whether or not the bill The Campus Activities Night. win Southeastern apparel. use real chips.” unpredictable weather and passes remains to be seen, Board is constantly thinking of “It is a stress reliever. It will Students playing the Every semester, CAB works climate which tends to affect but Alber is confident on ideas that will allow students to hopefully build the community games were not the only ones to put on an event to keep things Louisiana. the matter. She believes the socialize and enjoy themselves. by bringing out a diverse student entertained. Anna Rudesill, one interesting for the students. Casino Night accomplished just “The reason I wrote this rain ponchos may potentially population and putting them of the card dealers from Phi Mu, Alongside events like Gumbo that as students convened in the bill is because as a recent have a positive effect on the together in a room to meet spoke about her participation in Ya Ya and Strawberry Jubilee, Student Union Ballroom last each other. We want to build a Casino Night. CAB also hosts different events student that lived on campus, student body and the SGA Wednesday night. community around Southeastern “We were in charge of the in between for students to enjoy. and now a commuter, even will help the bill get passed. Students enjoyed games such while letting the students blow games and helping out the Due to the success of Casino on a bright and sunny day “Who wouldn’t want a free as Texas Hold’em, Blackjack off some steam,” said McElroy. people playing them. It was Night, McElroy contemplated yellow poncho on a rainy day here in Louisiana, any day at and other casino classics in The ballroom in the Student a big crowd at fi rst but died the idea of bringing the event any moment it can rain,” said when you don’t have one of hopes of winning a prize at the Union was decorated with neon down after a while. It was fun back in the future. Alber. “Getting soaked on your own?” said Alber. end of the night. lights. More than $500 in chips anyway,” said Rudesill. “Everybody seems to have your way to class is not fun, For more information on CAB did not put on Casino were available for students who Mason Owens, a student enjoyed themselves. It was a especially considering the what is going on with the Night alone. Members from won and competition commenced in the biology department, nice turnout. The ballroom in places on campus you have SGA, check out their page the Order of Omega were throughout the night. Chips participated in Casino Night and the new union was a nice room to walk outside to get to.” on the university website or greeting students and handing would be exchanged at the had positive comments on the to show off. We will defi nitely Alber also believes the visit the senate meetings on out tickets while members of end of the night in return for event. consider bringing it back after free rain ponchos can help Monday nights at 5 p.m. in Phi Mu sorority were acting raffl e tickets for prizes such “Tonight was great. I enjoyed analyzing everything at the end spread the word about SGA Fayard Hall, room 107. as the dealers for the evening. as a television and a mini- the atmosphere. Everybody had of the year,” said McElroy. Gay Gatsby Prom unites students to dance for equality BY OLIVIA MORENO nursing major, further delved such a positive environment. Staff Reporter into reasons for hosting the The attire and attitudes people event. presented were enough to set Music resonated, colorful “[We hosted it] for two this particular dance apart lights flashed and people reasons, mostly,” said from many others. danced throughout the Shipman. “First reason is “Everyone had a lot of fun,” Student Union Ballroom in because in high school it’s said Austin Cradic, president 1920s-inspired fashion. always been an issue where of StandOUT. “Everyone took Black, white, silver and the LGBTQ+ community the ‘20s style and put their gold adorned the room with wasn’t allowed to participate own style into it as well, like the addition of punch bowls in prom as an equal, because some people wore rainbow in every color of the rainbow. they weren’t allowed to bring suspenders. I wore a skirt and The fashion was not the only their girlfriend, boyfriend or a punk rock looking bowtie so distinctive thing about this whoever, or even dress the I think everyone had a lot of event. The celebration and way they wanted to. So this fun expressing themselves.” decorations were all in the is a chance for them to relive Faculty members showed name of “The Gay Gatsby,” a the opportunity the right way. up to support students roaring 20s-style themed prom The second reason is because and encourage them to be put together by StandOUT for we’ve been around for quite themselves. the LGBTQ+ community at a few years, and we felt that “I wouldn’t have missed Southeastern. it’s been about time that we this event for anything,” said Many students of should start pulling our own Rebecca Hensley, instructor StandOUT, Southeastern’s events so we can spread the of sociology. “For one thing student-run LGBTQ+ society, word that we exist, and we’re it brings an opportunity for gay-straight alliance and here for everyone.” people to come out and be activist organization decided For some it was an event exactly who they want to be The Lion’s Roar / Olivia Moreno to have a big event. The group that made a statement for the on this particular day, and LGBTQ+ students and allies enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere at the Gay Gatsby Prom. Due to conservative policies in wanted a big event in order to rest of the campus. it’s fun to be exactly who we high schools, many LGBTQ+ students do not have a positive prom experience, the Gay Gatsby allowed students create declare their existence to more “It’s a dance for equality, are at that moment. That’s positive memories of prom with other students who can relate to their experiences and support their lifestyle. students as well as promote and it promotes acceptance for something we don’t always get campus is an important way to be a part of it.” host the LGBTQ-friendly an environment for people of everyone no matter if you’re to do, but more importantly for us to make the point that Overall many people prom again next year and their community to have fun gay, bi or straight,” said we don’t always feel safe to we have a commitment to agreed the dance was a success encourages more people to in a safe environment and give Matthias Fowler, a fashion do. Making it possible for that. It’s a good thing to have and left having had a good participate. some people the prom they marketing major. people to have a good time, a commitment for everybody time expressing themselves, Those interested in joining have always wanted. Those in attendance were be who they are and feel safe being able to be who they are meeting new people and StandOUT should email the Nicholas Shipman, a happy about the prom having all simultaneously on our and not just certain people. So dancing. officers at standout.selu@ that’s awesome, and I’m glad StandOUT is planning to gmail.com.

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BY JASMINE TATE Assistant Editor opportunities to be provided at job fair Students benefit from many BY MELANIE MANN Positions to be filled are part- amenities provided by Dining Staff Reporter time and internship positions. Services including campus Though some positions will be dining locations, meal plans Though the unemployment available only for the duration and cub cash. The program rate for teenagers and young of the summer, others will is currently seeking students adults has skyrocketed in extend after the summer. to serve as Campus Dining recent years, Career Services “The Summer Jobs and Ambassadors. is working to increase Internships Fair will provide Dining Ambassadors were resources for Southeastern students exposure to a designed to assist the university students in the workforce by wide range of employment in spreading awareness of the bringing a Summer Jobs and opportunities,” said Bacques. options on campus, gaining Internships Fair to campus. “For instance, Chick-fil-A of student feedback and enhancing The fair will take place Hammond is looking to hire the dining experience for Tuesday, April 15 outside an array of positions from students and visitors. of the new Student Union team members to a marketing Ambassadors are responsible addition from 9:30 a.m. to assistant. Representatives for the management of 2:30 p.m. from Resource Bank, orientation information tables, “At the Summer Jobs and Louisiana Legislative dining membership registration, Internships Fair, students can Auditors, Laitraim LLC distribution of promotional and network with area employers and First NBC Bank are all marketing materials, providing and make a face-to-face looking to hire interns for their information and answering connection that will aid in organizations. These are just a The Lion’s Roar / File Photo questions of customers their job search for summer few among many employment Career Services hosts the Summer Jobs and Internships Fair each year to provide students with opportunities to network and creating and executing employment,” said Brittany opportunities that will be with potential employers and gain experience in their elds of interest. Vendors attend seeking students for part-time campaigns and events including Bacques, assistant director offered to students.” and full-time positions during the summer, some oering compensation. grand openings, Lion Pride of Career Services. “Those In order to leave potential Preview Days, orientation website for a list of employers familiarize themselves to complete and return them students looking for a great employers with a positive programs, appreciation days and that will be in attendance,” said with the information and that day,” said Bacques. opportunity to gain real- impression, attendees should traditional programs. Bacques. “The list will provide formulate questions to create “While professional dress is world experience over the dress in business casual In addition to representing students with the name of each the opportunity to develop not expected, students may summer should certainly take attire. Students should Dining Services at promotional organization, a description of a constructive conversation want to dress at a minimum in some time to visit with these research companies of interest and recruitment events, students each organization, the type of or interaction with the slacks and a shirt/blouse.” employers.” beforehand and come prepared will gain experience that can be position(s) they are seeking employer(s) of interest. For more information on the The fair will host over 25 with questions for employers. used in professional settings. to fill and a list of majors of “Since many employers accept Summer Jobs and Internships employers who are looking “Prior to the job fair, “Students should apply interest to each employer.” applications at the event, Fair and the employers who to hire people of all majors. students should look on our because they get to learn personal Students should students should be prepared will be in attendance, go to selling and presentation skills,” said Christopher Simoneaux, Dining Services marketing intern. “Also you get to interact Lucky Bucks coupons nds new manager with potential students and to run the coupon book by 1, 65,000 Lucky Bucks Bucks, benefit from the use have gained popularity parents at various recruiting BY AMBER GRABER Staff Reporter chance. Coupon Books are printed; of coupons being returned,” through Lucky Bucks,” said events. 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So Although the program is spring semester, then Lucky in wine and liquor sales in New Textbook Rental and 10,000 doctors, lawyers, salon really everyone gets noticed.” targeted toward students in the Bucks should sound familiar. Orleans. I bought the business are mailed to homeowners workers, bank workers, Businesses who would like communication, marketing and What may not be familiar is from the previous owner who throughout Tangipahoa Parish, basically anyone who lives to appear in Lucky Bucks have business programs, all students the story behind the coupon owned it for about 20 years. 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Simoneaux discusses the Foreign Language Festival advantages of serving as an ambassador after his experiences with the program, which started in December of 2013. recruits new students “[The advantages include BY TAWANDA CUMMINGS the state attended the competi- New Orleans, won first place the opportunities to] work with Staff Reporter tions held in extemporaneous for native speakers in the ex- professionals in the field of speaking, prose, poetry, music temporaneous category. food service, learn how Dining The main goal of the For- and artistic performances in “I’m really excited about Services and meal plans work, eign Language Festival, ac- French and Spanish. this,” said Andrade. Tello was and being able to promote Dining cording to Dr. Luz Escobar, is Participating schools in- “proud and happy.” Services,” said Simoneaux. to give high school students cluded Natchitoches, St. Tam- The award show, held in Ambassadors also benefit the opportunity to use foreign many, Tangipahoa, Orleans the Student Union Theater af- from free meals in cafeteria languages in a creative and and Jefferson parishes and ter the competitions, awarded on the days of Dining Services public way and socializing welcomed Mount Carmel, St. prizes to the first three places The Lion’s Roar / Tawanda Cummings events, promotion for student with other students and teach- Paul, Northlake Christian, In- in each category. All students Students from high schools across the state line up on stage to receive their and Greek organizations in ers who are equally excited ternational High school, John in the competition received awards at the Foreign Language Festival. The event is used as a recruitment which their involved and about language learning.” Ehret, De La Salle and St. certificates of participation, tool by the Department of Languages and Communication each spring. incentives for meeting team The 32nd annual Foreign Scholastica Academy. and two special prizes were sales goals. Language Festival was held Angelita Tello and Yolanda given to the best senior stu- He describes the many on Friday, April 4 in D Vick- Andrade, both students at the dent in French and the best in reasons students should apply, ers hall. Students from all over International High School in Spanish. including networking with potential students and their parents. “I would recommend this program for various reasons,” said Simoneaux. “Students learn real world practical skills in sales and promotions, [they] get to be a team and have goals to reach, have fun and meet some great people along the way whether that be dining staff or FURNISHED potential student and parents.” Applications are available & to interested students in the PROOF Student Union, room 1521 and UNFURNISHED are due on April 11. Entries can be submitted to Simoneaux TOWNHOMES through email at christopher. 3 Bed - 2 Bath 3 Bed - 3 Bath [email protected] or the | Campus Dining office. Those selected to serve as ambassadors Starting at $1,400 a month for the upcoming school year Electricity, Cable TV, Water, & Internet, will be announced on April 18, followed by a mandatory training day on May 16. ALL INCLUDED For more information, contact in the RENT!!! Simoneaux at christopher. [email protected] 14014 KOHNKE HILL RD. or the marketing manager April HAMMOND, LA 70401 Field at field-april@aramark. com. CALL 985-634-3598 http://www.krogenkove.com/ T HE L ION ’ S R OAR O PINIONS A PRIL 8, 2014 P AGE 5 Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, Dear Editor,

While creative and original, Storybook illness or experienced it themselves. I would The next SGA elections will take place ering of funds from the state, athletics are in Asylum’s punch line was clearly mental ill- have liked to see the characters portrayed in a April 7-9, and we are going to need as much dire need of financial assistance. If this fee ness. By highlighting the eccentric fairy tale positive way despite their obvious differences. student input as possible. Not only will stu- does not pass, there would have to be serious characters’ as “untreatable lunatics,” the plot If this play had attempted to show the charac- dents vote on student representatives for stu- restructuring throughout our athletics that poked fun at the outlandish characteristics of ters overcoming their disorders or rising above dent government, but you will also vote on a would have a negative impact on Southeast- these disturbed fairy tale characters. Some may their current situation, I personally would have student fee increase. ern. find the way these characters are portrayed as received it better. As a college student, it is already a chal- We are now at the beginning of being comical, but most would not find poking fun at Even though I believe the script was not lenge to pay college expenses; however, I one of the most dominant schools within our someone with cancer or autism comical. I feel purposely attempting to offend or discrimi- assure you that this fee is a necessary invest- division, and this fee would insure invest- like the play unrealistically portrayed mental nate, more thought and research into the actual ment. The fee is an increase of $58.50, in- ment in our school for many years to come. illness and perpetuated the stigma of mental disorders, how to depict them more realistical- creasing self-assessed fees to just under $200 If you have any questions or concerns please illness in our society. ly and not perpetuate the negative stereotype a semester. $8.50 will be spread across mul- feel free to email me at gregory.crovetto@ Goldie Locks with OCD, a delusional Peter of mental illness should have been considered. tiple areas of student involvement, including selu.edu because ultimately this fee is in the Pan and Belle with certain “peculiar tastes”- Best wishes to the actors/actresses, writers and cheerleaders, theater, art gallery, Lionettes, hands of the students, and we want your in- although the play puts an interesting twist on others who were involved in the play. Just varsity band, opera, concert choir, student put. Lion Up! these characters, it clearly isn’t a positive twist wanted to shed light on how the play was per- rec and the Lion Traxx. The remainder of the and not a twist that should be put lightly. Men- ceived from a mental health perspective. fee will go to athletics, and I believe this will -Gregory Crovetto, SGA President tal illness is a serious condition that affects 1 have a lasting effect on our entire athletic in 4 Americans. Therefore, this play and oth- -Ashley Royerre, communication sciences program. ers that poke fun at mental illness may not be and disorders graduate student Because of recent budget cuts, the athletic received well by everyone, especially those department was the first area to receive cuts. who have been close to someone with mental With ever-rising costs of school and the low- Unleash your inner caveman SPEAK OUT How can SGA get students involved?

Irene Marino Freshman, Education

“They should do a culinary club since Southeastern doesn’t have a culinary arts major.”

Jeffrey Gibbs Freshman, Civil Engineering

“I would push toward more healthy foods, more organic foods... I would get rid of all the fast food options.”

Merlin Farria Sophomore, Physics

“They should put a gymnastics course right in the middle of Washington Hall and the Rec Center.”

Amanda Moran Freshman, General Studies

“I think there needs to be more parking. There could be more parking by the library and dorm areas.”

Modern society has Duncan Hines cake came out, so did diet tually caused to our health. No, don’t start become a society of soft drinks, Sweet N’ Low and the cabbage running around in a loin cloth and hunt big Grace Mikesell convenience. We can soup diet. The next decade Pop Tarts and furry mammals, although your physique Freshman, Nursing throw something in Weight Watchers emerged. The list goes on. probably will improve. the microwave and In our society the grocery store is over- We don’t need to reject our society, but “I think people want more Lion Traxx voilà: dinner! We can fl owing with processed foods that don’t change the way we live in it. Skip that Mc- stops and more Lion Traxx hours because sit on our couch all give us the nutrients we need. This is be- Donald’s line. Move daily—our bodies some people have later classes.” Megan Ferrando day long and do any- cause processed food modifi es the natural were not meant to sit in a chair all day. Grab Sta Reporter thing we need to with components of food which changes the way the grilled chicken and vegetables instead the press of a button. they work and digest inside our bodies. of the burgers and fries. You’re allowed to Tired of this show? Here’s a remote. If you Some nutrients are actually stripped from eat that bowl of ice cream, but then skip Elizabeth Brown want to text your boo-thing, you have your the foods during these processes and are re- that piece of cake the next day. Freshman, Photography phone. We can literally sit in one place placed with preservatives. Why would you It’s important to know what we are put- for hours watching Netfl ix, sending texts, want to eat something that’s been preserved ting into our bodies. We only have one “SGA should have events people would browsing Facebook and snacking on potato anyway? Fresh food is a more logical and body we are forced to live in the rest of actually want to go to. Not just having chips. delicious choice. our lives, so why not get as comfortable as events for the Greeks, but for everyone. Is there anything wrong with this pic- Let’s take a look at bread. Whole grains possible? We won’t be comfortable in our ture? I mean, besides the fact that the start as seeds that have three layers: endo- bodies if we’re bloated from overeating or same time all of these conveniences and sperm, bran and germ. This whole grain weak from laziness. processed foods came out was when gym can be used to make natural whole grain We need to work our muscles, become Bethany McMorris memberships and diet plans were intro- bread or ground into whole fl our. The most powerful and energized by the good foods Sophomore, Nursing duced as well. commonly used fl our is white fl our. White we fi ll ourselves with. When life was not so convenient and fl our comes from the same place as whole If you’re hungry, it is OK to eat. It means “I think SGA can make students more people spent their days hunting and gather- fl our but the bran and germ have been re- you’re running low on fuel. Just grab that aware of the issues they are voting on. I ing, working in the fi elds and planning how moved. banana instead of that snack from the vend- think they are doing a good job.” to kill that big angry animal for some meat We are left with the endosperm. We lost ing machine. Yes, the vending machine that evening, health was not as much as an all the nutrients just so manufacturers can is often more convenient, but that is why issue. This is not only because all the food inject them back into the bread. That’s not we need to plan ahead and bring a healthy consumed was natural from the earth or an- natural. It’s also important to know that snack with us to work or class. Michelle Pace imals, but the people spent all day moving most white bread is bleached. Food is a beautiful thing and a necessity Freshman, Criminal Justice and in turn, working their bodies. There’s a This does not mean we should throw out to life. We bond over food and have some reason you don’t see many pictures of fat our televisions or go on strike against the of the best conversations over meals. This “I would like to see cleaner bathrooms cavemen or obese farmers. cafeteria because they use white bread. We is why we need to choose the food that will and having things like the bookstore, Let me paint a quick picture for you. need to acknowledge the society we live in sustain us, not send us into a state of grog- math lab and Counseling Center being Within the same decade that Pizza Hut and and the dangers what convenience has ac- giness. open later.”

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The Lion’s Roar / Maria Goddard Chris Severs (left) plays bass while Jonathan Lyons (right) plays tenor saxo- phone. All of the musicians at the concert were natives of New Orleans, save for special guest Miles Printup, who is from Conyers, Georgia. Jazz festival honors alumnus Bill Evans The Lion’s Roar / Megan Ferando Jackie Konczol (above), instructor of Painting with a Twist, paints an original painting of a amingo. The Octavians (below) performing The Tale of King Arthur BY TAWANDA CUMMINGS Hayne’s Academy. performed at 6:30 and at 8:00 outside on Thomas St and SW Railroad. The Octavians is a group of young people from seven to 17 who learn dierent aspects of Staff Reporter Mandeville High School theater from acting, makeup, costumes and more and then perform their productions. Hammond became a Louisiana Cultural District in 2009, allowing artists was awarded for outstand- to sell their work without added taxes. Bill Evans is a Southeastern ing piano, trumpet and guitar. alumnus who is widely consid- Fontainebleau High School BY MEGAN FERANDO wine to those who purchased the Art in ered to be one of the greatest received an award for trumpet Staff Reporter April wine glass. Others, including Rotol- jazz pianists of all time. He is and trombone. lo’s Pizzeria, offered a raffle where mon- honored every year at South- The Southeastern Jazz A collaboration of the arts was present- ey for their restaurant could be won. eastern’s Bill Evans Jazz Fes- ensemble, directed by Paul ed in downtown Hammond as photogra- Imagine Boutique featured Kali Nor- tival. This year the festival Frechou and Clarence John- phy, paintings, theater, music and more ton’s photography, bringing to life a part- featured the addition of middle son, performed with Marcus filled the streets. nership between the two. and high school bands perfor- Printup of the Lincoln Center Hammond celebrated its fifth annual “I’m not originally from Hammond, so mances. Marcus Printup was a Jazz Orchestra at 2 p.m. on Art in April on Friday, April 4 from 6 p.m. it’s good to get my name out this way,” special guest who was induct- Saturday, April 5. The high- to 10 p.m. The city became a Louisiana said Norton. “The girls are really great. ed into the prestigious Jazz at light of this event was Print- Cultural District in 2009, allowing artists I’m actually going to be doing the photos Lincoln Center Orchestra in up, a world-class musician to sell their work without added taxes. for their website, so we’re kind of part- 1993. who was born and raised in Art in April is one showcase of our cultur- nering up.” The 13th annual Bill Evans Coyners, Georgia. He has giv- al district and the many artists within it. Norton features many different styles Jazz Festival took place April en master classes and work- “I think we’ll always maintain that of photography including families, wed- 3 to April 5 at the Pottle Au- shops at middle schools, high without a problem because we have hun- dings, babies, seniors and more. She ditorium. The events kicked schools and universities across dreds of local artists, and now regional began photography three years ago after off on Thursday, April 3 with the nation. people are coming in because we have graduating from Southeastern in liberal the Southeastern Alumni Jazz “Marcus Printup performed things like this,” said Terry Lynn Smith, arts. Band Concert, and continued with my high school jazz en- executive director of the Downtown De- “I love that Hammond does this. I love on Friday, April 4 with four semble at the Midwest Band velopment District. “Hammond has the the way they support businesses,” said bands playing. It ended with and Orchestra Convention in most outstanding business community Norton. “It’s really great they do that. April. Marcus Printup performing Chicago in 2005. The students that I’ve ever experienced. Anytime you It’s a laid-back atmosphere where people “This is our first time being here for with the Clarence Johnson loved his playing and him as a have that activity, there’s a spirit about can hang out.” Art in April. I think it’s wonderful and Quartet. Saturday, April 5, five person, and I thought it would it.” An outdoor play was enjoyed, courtesy having an art event every quarter is re- bands played, and ended with be nice for him to share his There were more than 40 regional artist of The Octavians, a young performance ally good. We’re very appreciative,” an awards ceremony and the talents with the students at exhibits featured, and many were featured group who put on “The Tales of King Ar- said Anna Pfeil, executive director of the Southeastern jazz ensemble. Southeastern,” said Mr. Paul at popular locations including Bayou thur.” The Octavians is a group of young Octavians. “We hope it’s something that The middle and high school Frechou on choosing Printup Booksellers, Berry Patch Café, Nortech people from seven to 17 who learn dif- catches on and lots of people come out bands worked with a panel of as the guest. Development and much more. Musicians ferent aspects of theater production such and discover Art in April.” judges comprised of Marcus Printup was featured play- took the floor at La Caretta, Tacos and as acting, makeup, costumes and more. Art in April is one of a few downtown Printup, Nick Volz and Tim ing the trumpet in two songs. Beer, Cate Street Pub and others, add- Later on, they are given the opportunity events put on through the DDD. To learn Schneider. The first, “Blue in Green,” ing to the fun atmosphere as community to perform their own productions. more about upcoming DDD events visit An award ceremony was by Bill Evans, appeared in members enjoyed food and drink. The Octavians have performed before their webpage at dddhammond.com. held, acknowledging schools Miles Davis’ “Kinda Blue,” Many businesses took part in giving at other DDD events, but never at Art in on their performances. Win- the number one best-selling ners included Mandeville Ju- jazz album to date. The second nior High School, Mandeville song was “St. Louis Blues,” by High School for outstanding W.C. Handy. Dancers support environmental issues piano, trumpet and guitar, The Southeastern jazz en- Fontainebleau High School semble received a standing for trumpet and trombone, ovation at the conclusion of BY EMILY STEPHAN Staff Reporter St. Paul’s High School and Saturday’s events. Students and non-students alike will crowd around the Katrina Memorial Fountain to celebrate the essence of water and champion its conservation through dance. On Saturday, April 12 at 3 p.m., the university will par- ticipate in the National Water Dance. Rehearsals have been underway since last Thurs- day, April 3 and will end this Thursday. According to the event’s official website, the National Water Dance originated at the New World School of the Arts in Miami, Florida in March of 2011. They came up with the The Lion’s Roar / Emily Stephan “Florida Waterways Dance Freshmen general studies major Samantha Barnes will be the representative of Southeastern for the 2014 National Project” to bring awareness to Water Dance. The dance is meant to draw attention to environmental issues such as water conservation. the beauty and vulnerability of water. It unified art insti- by creating community aware- and Slidell native Samantha goes, there is great concern tutions all over the state with ness through the arts. Every Barnes will be the represen- about the well water and city simultaneous performances state, country, town in the US tative of the university in the drinking water, which has in- by sites near water. The event has a water issue whether it National Water Dance this creased its chlorine amount.” was not exclusive to dancers, is drought, pollution, overuse year. Fellom believes the en- Fellom sees the event as since musicians and visual art- etc.” They describe the overall vironmental issues brought inspirational and beneficial to ists also participated. Three purpose of the event is “to cre- up by this event hit closer to not only the environment, but years afterward, the event has ate a water ethic in the United home than most Louisiana na- also the community, both na- spread nationwide, with about States” by bringing awareness tives seem to realize. tionally and on a state-level. 75 universities participating in to conservation and pollution “Personally, I have been Fellom said, “The collec- the event. issues through the arts. They concerned about water conser- tive energy from the partici- The National Water Dance also wish to show students vation for years and have been pants across the nation shouts website states its mission is “to how performance art can be inspired by One Drop and a huge voice about water on bring attention to environmen- used for social change. their remarkable water move- our planet, which is one of the tal issues, specifically water, According to Dance Coor- ment across the globe,” said reasons we are involved with dinator Marie Fellom, student Fellom. “As far as Louisiana the event.” P AGE 8 A PRIL 8, 2014 S PORTS T HE L ION ’ S R OAR Female Athlete of the Lions overpower Bears in series BY CLAIRE SALINAS Week: Renee Villarreal Staff Reporter

I was being recruited, I liked The Lions emerged from their the ideas and opinions overall weekend series against the Uni- from Coach Hayes. versity of Central Arkansas bears with two wins and a loss. TLR: Who is your role Junior right-hander pitcher, model in the sport of tennis? Andro Cutura, threw the first shut- RV: My favorite tennis out of his career during the series player is Roger Federer, but I opener game on Friday. Cutura would say that my role model kept 12 consecutive batters from is Andy Murray. I find that my getting on base until the ninth game is more like his, since I inning in which he walked the think he is not that of an ag- Bears’ left fielder with two outs. gressive player, but he works During the eighth inning the point really good until he Southeastern scored some insur- BY JAY LOVE has the chance to win it. Staff Reporter ance runs, scoring four runs with two outs in the inning. TLR: Is it difficult balanc- “I had a rough patch for a cou- The athlete of the week is ing time between school and ple outings. I kept working hard. I Renee Villarreal. Born Andrea tennis? had the mindset of make a change. Renee Villarreal, the sopho- RV: It is. It is not that much I just pounded the zone and let the more tennis team member has about time, but about missing defense work behind me.” been successful in her time classes and having to study on Saturday’s game brought a loss here at Southeastern. Villar- your own. For me that’s the to the Lions after UCA’s pitcher The Lion’s Roar / Melanie Mann real was able to battle her hardest part. Whenever I miss Chris Caudle tossed a one-hit Sam Roberson (above) runs toward way to an undefeated regular a class, I try to see if there is shutout. third base in the game versus Al- season as a freshman, fin- another section I can go to, Saturday’s game was sopho- corn State on Wednesday. Gabe Von ishing 22-1 and also tying a because many teachers make more pitcher, Tate Scioneaux’s Rosenburg (right) prepares a pitch school record in the process. their exams based on what it is second complete game of the sea- Wednesday night. Both players con- Following her freshman sea- said during class. I think that son. tributed to the Lions’ win streak son, Villarreal was honored during season it is the tough- The only hit of the game was throughout the week. to the All-Southland Confer- est it can get. We travel a lot made by freshman shortstop Ken- ence Singles first team and the and come back Sundays night non Menard Dylan Hills. 2013 All-Louisiana first team. and then we have to get ready Sunday’s game was moved to A base running mistake in the Villarreal has been strong this for Monday’s class. Like I said 11 a.m. due to inclement weather. fifth-inning by the Bears began to season as well. She currently before, playing college tennis The Lions had to rally twice, shift momentum back to South- leads the team with a 11-2 sin- is a job but we build time man- but eventually came out with a eastern and the Lions were able gle record. agement skills that will help victory against UCA. to capitalize on another UCA mis- us in our future world. Head Coach Matt Riser talked step in the sixth inning. The Lions Roar: What do about what contributed to the Sophomore outfielder and you enjoy most about playing TLR: What’s your favorite wins. pitcher, Kyle Cedotal laid down tennis at southeastern? memory from your time play- “We did a good job of execut- a bunt single with two outs in the Renee Villarreal: What ing here at Southeastern? ing. We did a good staying persis- sixth inning and then got his ninth I enjoy the most is to study RV: My favorite memory is tent. Andro getting his first career stolen base of the season when he while having tennis as my job; when we beat Nicholls on our shutout Friday night was unbe- stole second base. because it is a job. I love being last match to be the lone con- lievable. He’s a dominant pitcher After getting three runs in the part of a team and to know that ference champions. My favor- and he showed that again this eighth Southeastern took the lead where I am now is the result of ite match, though, was against weekend.” back. The inning was led off with my hard work. I like my coach Virginia Tech. We had a really Both teams produced more hits a single made by Godbold before a lot. I respect him and he has great crowd, it was a night in Sunday’s game than they had McClain walked sophomore in- taught me really good things, game and I was just playing in the first two games of the series fielder Daniel Midyett. Junior in- which I could only have my best tennis. combined. fielder, Brett Hoffman attempted learned here at Southeastern. UCA snagged an early lead to sacrifice both runners into scor- TLR: What advice do you when they scored a pair of first- ing positions, but slashed away TLR: Why did you choose have for all the younger tennis inning runs. Designated hitter for an RBI single when the Bears’ Southeastern? players? Joey Pinney singled up the middle bunt defense left the middle of the RV: I was informed that RV: I remember my first to drive in the second run, follow- diamond wide open. The Lions the team wasn’t performing college match. I was really ing a double play. Southeastern added on two in the inning to wrap that good before coming here. nervous. My advice to them is obtained a short-lived 3-2 lead up the scoring while leading 5-4. Honestly, I thought I wanted to be confident, to trust them- after scoring three runs. The in- The win was earned by Hills, to come here to take the team selves and not to think that ning was led off by Menard with who tossed three scoreless innings up. I tried my best to do it last their responsibility is to win. a double. in relief. year, getting positive results Their responsibility is to give Freshman outfielder Jacob Hoffman, talks about the team by winning the regular season. their best at all times. Seward and junior infielder Jacob dynamics behind the two victories I also came here because when Williams followed with a pair of of the weekend. singles before junior catcher Sam “Friday night was a complete rent time priorities before you Roberson sacrificed both into a team effort. After Saturday’s loss get so deeply involved in one scoring position. Seward scored we came together as a team and project that you neglect meeting on junior outfielder Andrew God- Coach Riser had a talk with us,” a deadline on another. bold’s single up the middle and said Hoffman. “It came down to SCORPIO (October 23 to Williams scored on a sacrifice fly having the will to get them [the ARIES (March 21 to April November 21) With an impor- to right field by sophomore catch- wins]. We weren’t going to come 19) You’re doing better on the tant decision looming, you need er Jameson Fisher. home without two wins.” flexibility issue, but you still to be careful about the informa- Reliever, senior Matt Pittari, Southeastern will return home tion you’re getting. Half-truths need to loosen up a bit to show tossed 3.2 scoreless innings of re- to the Pat Kenelly Diamond at you can be less judgmental and are essentially useless. 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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might do well to reconsider some of your cur- Sponsored By T HE L ION ’ S R OAR S PORTS A PRIL 8, 2014 P AGE 9 Lady Lions sweep Incarnate Word Male Athlete BY TAJA MORGAN sharp single, which tied the score RBI singles, while Lacour added of the Week: Staff Reporter to 4-4. Junior shortstop Spencer a double down the right field line Adkinson kept the score tied as which added another run. Eng This past weekend, the Lady junior designated player Teresa added a run of her own. Then, Harry Wiggins Lions softball team competed in Lemos led with a single at the McCollum walked on which a doubleheader with the Incar- end of the ninth inning. Herbert loaded all bases as Sather was nate Word Cardinals. Saturday made a throw at first base, which hit with a pitch and added a run afternoon, the doubleheader took put all runner at a corner with not of her own. After three innings, place at North Oak Park and the one teammate out. With the help a two run single was gained by first game started at noon, while of a fly ball to the center by fresh- Browne and the score was pushed the second began at 2 p.m. Lady man outfielder Mychal Truxillo, up to 10-0. Lions won both games against the Lemos managed to score a game In the fourth inning, Incarnate opposing team, which stretched winning run. Word took the board putting the their winning streak to four Aside from winning, Head score at 10-1. At the bottom of the games total. Coach Pete Langlois had some fourth, Southeastern scored as ju- For game one, Incarnate Word overall thoughts from the first nior third baseman Megan Moore took the lead in the first inning. game. led with a towering shot over the With all bases loaded, South- “It doesn’t go to the extra in- left field fence. Lady Lions score BY JASMINE TATE eastern freshman pitcher Kristen nings if we don’t make the middle was pushed to 11-1. By the begin- Assistant Editor Herbert singled into the right field mistakes early in the first inning,” ning of the fifth inning, Lady Li- Harry Wiggins is a sopho- and scored a run while senior said Langlois. “But we’ll take a ons had secured their win. more kinesiology major from Jessie Browne misplayed a hit, win. A win’s a win and the way With two wins this Saturday, Prairieville, La. and a member of which gave Incarnate Word a 3-0 we did it…We kind of got every- Langlois took note of some im- the 2014 Southland Conference lead. body going and all that good stuff. provements and strengths that the championship team. A product of Lady Lions got on the board in It was a good win for us.” Lady Lions showcased. Family Christian Academy, his the bottom of the fifth inning. A For game two, Lady Lions “We got to make one here and track career started after being dis- single was gained by sophomore began with taking the lead in the there. You might’ve had a missed covered by a visiting track coach outfielder Amanda Livaudais and first inning. As Eng reached her signal or something. We just during baseball practice. Wiggins an RBI single by senior short- single, she also scored on a sacri- have to do better,” said Langlois. continued baseball in addition stop Megan McCollum; however fice fly by Browne. “They showed the character to The Lion’s Roar /Tamara Alexander to track, where he received all- Southeastern still trailed with a In the second inning, the ad- fight back and to get a win and not Sophomore pitcher Taylor Bishop winds up for a pitch. During the game on district and all-metro honors prior score of 3-1. vantage was pushed to 3-0 with come up disappointed. To be able Thursday versus the Incarnate Word Cardinals, Bishop pitched a shutout during to his career at Southeastern. He Incarnate Word took the lead in singles from freshman catcher to do it with the freshman and a her three innings on the mound. recently finished first place at the the beginning of the sixth inning, Lacey Fritz and Lacour putting couple of kids who hadn’t gotten 2014 McNeese Indoor III in the but Lady Lions did not give up. out runners with two outs. enough playing time like Teresa a doubleheader. win and earn a couple more,” said 4x400-meter run with a time of Katie Lacour, Vanessa Eng and Incarnate Word tried to make a Lemos who started us off with a With more games to play in Langlois. 3:30.75 and the Jaguar Invitational McCollum loaded bases, while comeback, but it was soon ended very well earned single.” the future, Langlois has a plan to Live stats and more informa- at Southern University at 9:02.17 sophomore designated player by the end of the third inning. Fritz Lady Lions softball team will keep up the winning streak. tion regarding the Lady Lions in the 3000-meter run. Amber Sather drew a walk to and freshman outfielder Brittany return to North Oak Park to face “For the continuum of the sea- softball team can be viewed at force in a run. Browne managed a Tschoepe managed consecutive Ole Miss on Monday at 3 p.m. for son, we plan to build up on this LionsSports.net The Lion’s Roar: What sparked your interest in running? Harry Wiggins: I played base- ball my whole life and never really thought of myself as a runner. The Super Lion Saturday highlight of week track coach happened to be pass- ing by the baseball field one day as COURTESY OF SPORTS to Southeastern’s baseball game The day’s events culminate www.lionup.com, at the South- 10 Golf Stat top 100 teams in the we were running laps. After I fin- INFORMATION with Incarnate Word, all alumni with the 2014 Spring Bash, which eastern Athletics Ticket Office in 15-team field competing on Mon- will be honored pre-game on the will be held at the new War Me- the Dugas Center or at Perfectly day and Tuesday at the Old Wa- ished my laps way before anyone HAMMOND – The Lion Ath- field. For more information re- morial Student Union Ballroom Fit, located at 303 W. Minnesota verly Collegiate Championship in else, the track coach came up to letics Association (LAA)’s Inau- garding the baseball reunion or at 7 p.m. The Spring Bash fea- Park, Suite E in Hammond. Tick- West Point, Miss. me and said ‘You’re running in the gural Super Lion Saturday will to RSVP, contact Larry Hymel at tures dinner, a cash bar provided ets for the Signing Bash will also The Lion tennis team (11-4, next track meet,’ and that is when highlight this week in Southeast- 985-549-3228 or lhymel@selu. by the Crescent Bar, a live band be available at lionup.com and 5-3 Southland) has three home I first realized that I had a talent. ern Athletics. edu. and a Grand Prize ticket draw the Southeastern Athletics Ticket matches on tap this week. South- TLR: How do you prepare for The day starts with the Green The Spring Game is set to fin- down. Tickets for the event are Office. eastern will host Southern (2 a race? and Gold 5K and one mile Fun ish at 2 p.m. and fans will have $25 for admission and $125 for For more information con- p.m.) and Alcorn State (6 p.m.) HW: Distance running is just Run, sponsored by Perfectly Fit the opportunity to see the Lion admission and participation in the cerning Super Lion Saturday, on Wednesday. The Lions host as much mental as it is physical. at 8 a.m. (one mile) and 8:30 a.m. baseball team take on Southland Grand Prize ticket draw down. contact Southeastern Assistant Southland rival UNO on Sunday You can be in the best shape of (5K). From 10 a.m. – noon, Lion Conference foe Incarnate Word at Admission to compete in the Director for Athletic Develop- at 12 p.m. your life, but if you’re not prepared season ticket holders will be able 3 p.m. During the Spring Game Fun Run is $30 for late registra- ment Cody Gougler at 985-549- The Southeastern men’s and mentally, you will lose every time. to pick their seat and purchase and leading up to the 3 p.m. Lion tion (before Friday) and includes 5226 or [email protected]. women’s track and field teams So before every race I just have to season tickets at the Spring Foot- baseball game vs. UIW, Gus a race T-shirt, as well as post-race Saturday’s baseball game is will also be in action this week. mentally prepare myself to push as ball Game, which kicks off at O’Krepki will sponsor a tailgate drinks, fruit and adult beverages. one of four home games this week The Lions and Lady Lions will hard as I can go. 12 p.m. Admission to the Spring in “The Pines,” the area located Race day registration will begin for the Lions (20-12, 7-5 South- head to Lake Charles to compete TLR: Do you have any race Game is free. between the Dugas Center for at 6:45 a.m. and registration fee land). On Tuesday, Southeastern in the McNeese Springtime Clas- day rituals? It will also be Alumni Day at Athletics and Alumni Field. The on Saturday will be $35. will host in-state rival Tulane at 6 sic on Saturday. HW: When I step on the track, Alumni Field with a 1 p.m. alum- tailgate will feature classic rock Registration for the Fun Run p.m. The series with league new- All of this week’s baseball just moments before my race, I ni reception set in the Strawberry cover band Under Review out of can be completed at the new Lion comer Incarnate Word opens with games will be broadcast live in close my eyes and pray that I will Stadium parking garage. Prior New Orleans. Athletics Association website, a 6 p.m. contest on Friday and the Hammond area on KSLU- run to the best of my ability, and concludes with a 1 p.m. contest FM (90.9) and on the Internet at then I shake out both of my legs on Sunday. www.lionsports.net. LionVision and am ready to run. For the second straight week, subscribers will be able to ac- TLR: In high school you the softball team (13-17, 6-9 cess a live video stream of all of earned all district and metro hon- Southland) has six games on the this week’s baseball and softball ors. How did it feel to be recog- schedule. The Lady Lions, who action. The Southeastern Chan- nized? are currently on a four-game nel (Charter Channel 18) will air HW: It felt great to receive all winning streak, opened the busy Friday’s baseball game on tape district and metro honors in high week by hosting a 3 p.m. double- delay. school because it let me know that header versus Ole Miss on Mon- Tuesday and Sunday’s base- my hard work was paying off. day. Louisiana Tech visits on ball games, as well as Wednes- TLR: Why did you choose to Wednesday for a 4 p.m. contest. day’s softball game will be Cane’s attend Southeastern? Southeastern will return to league Challenge nights. If the Lion HW: I chose Southeastern be- play this weekend at Nicholls baseball team scores five or more cause it is the school that showed State. The series opens with a 2 runs or the softball team scores the most interest in me, and I could p.m. doubleheader on Saturday three of more runs on a Cane’s tell that they truly believed that I and concludes with a 12 p.m. con- Challenge night, fans can take could become a great runner. Now test on Sunday. their game ticket to a Hammond that I am here, I couldn’t see my- The Lion’s Roar / Taja Morgan The Southeastern golf team Raising Cane’s by the end of the self anywhere else. Lions football prepares for Super Lion Saturday, which will consist of a full day of events. The events will include the will be back in action this week. next day to receive a free combo TLR: What is your favorite Green and Gold 5k, the Spring Football Game and a baseball game against Incarnate Word. The No. 63 Lions will be one of with the purchase of another. thing about being a member of the Southeastern Track and Field LAWMAKERS people to work.” gion and throughout the state, that ment in the College of Business than ever before in Louisiana. Program? continued from pg. 1 Director of Executive students will be able to find quality and the ACE program in computer Tens of thousands of jobs are now HW: My favorite thing about Director of Public and Govern- positions and stay in the Louisiana science are just two examples.” in the pipeline that must be filled, being on the Southeastern track projected potential. For the WISE mental Affairs Erin Cowser says workforce,” Cowser said. 80 percent of the funds would and our next challenge is to ensure team is that I get to do what I love fund, Fannin hopes to see a step- this is the start of something good According to the legislation, be delegated to schools with re- we have the skilled workforce to every day. by-step system of actually placing and that graduates will have more a requirement calls for universi- search and productivity being fill these jobs of the future.” TLR: What is your favorite college graduates in job positions, opportunities to work in Louisi- ties and colleges wishing to ben- done in high demand degree pro- The WISE fund also has wide sport to watch and why? according to the Times Picayune. ana to meet the current workforce efit from the funds to produce “a grams, including computer sci- support from University of Loui- HW: My favorite sport to “When can we expect to needs. match of no less than 20 percent of ence, education, engineering tech- siana System, which the university watch is track and field of course. see some results? [The state’s] “In crafting this legislation, the amount to be distributed” from nology, industrial production, data is part of, President Sandra Wood- Unfortunately, I can only watch it bottom line hasn’t increased much the hope is that by educating a private sponsor or investor. The analysis, finance and accounting ley. on TV every four years. at all,” Fannin told the Times Pica- students for careers that will be, funds will be distributed through and healthcare. Most recently, Wooley said that TLR: Who is your favorite ath- yune. “Give me a real timeline as and in many cases already are, in the Louisiana Board of Regents Governor Bobby Jindal has WISE would pour funds into state lete and/or runner? to what this means about putting high demand in local cities, the re- in “accordance with the state-wide said he supports the WISE fund higher education, rather than cut- HW: My favorite runner is workforce.” and sees it as a way to continue ting budgets like recent years. Ryan Hall. He is the American STEAK DINNER IS FREE FOR The Times Picayune also re- what is already happening in the “In the University of Louisiana marathon and half marathon re- YOUR B-DAY WHEN DINING IN ported that Louisiana Board of state, which is a workforce surge. System, there is a deep sense of cord holder. Ryan Hall has a great WITH 4 OR MORE! (MUST SHOW VALID ID) Regents Chairman Clinton Ras- According to Jindal, the WISE responsibility and urgency to in- outlook on running and life, and is 117 W.Thomas St. Hammond, LA 70401 my role model as a runner. (985)345 -9854 berry says the state should expect fund should create security in the crease the pace at our nine univer- www.themarinersinn.com to see profits in the next two years. state job market sities to meet growing workforce TLR: What is an interesting Sponsored By Then, tax revenue should begin to “The reforms are working, but demands and to achieve national fact that your teammates do not increase. it’s time to redouble our efforts,” competitiveness,” said Woodley know about you? According to Cowser, the uni- said Jindal in a press release back in a press release. “We are greatly HW: One thing that many versity continues its dedication in January. “We are in the midst of appreciative of Governor Jindal’s people on the team may not know to students by providing degree an economic renaissance in Loui- support of the WISE plan and are about me is that for my last three programs relevant to today’s econ- siana. Since 2008, we have an- committed to leveraging these years of high school, I did not have omy. nounced economic development new dollars, engaging in unprece- a track coach or a team. I trained “Southeastern has always wins that are resulting in more dented collaboration across higher myself, and a coach from another strived to create degrees programs than 80,000 new jobs and more education systems and enhancing school entered me into meets. that are aligned with the demands than $50 billion in private capital our partnerships with business and of the regional workforce,” said investment. Because of these job industry to drive economic devel- Photo Courtesy of Sports Cowser. “Supply chain manage- wins, more people are employed opment.” Information P AGE 10 A PRIL 8, 2014 N EWS T HE L ION ’ S R OAR

New playground shines light on forgotten area AROUND THE NATION BY ALLISON CRADY Fort Hood reels after shooting rampage Staff Reporter

The newly built playground KILLEEN, Texas — What survivors and ordinary churchgo- shines a light on a “forgotten would have been a normal Sun- ers struggling to comprehend a area,” bringing hope and fresh day service at a Texas church near second shooting rampage on the perspectives to the next genera- Fort Hood became a tribute to the sprawling Army base in less than tion of Lincoln Park. fallen and some catharsis for the five years. By Will Weissert. Hammond volunteers, city workers and neighbors joined last Friday and Saturday at Jackson Park for a “community-build” to construct a playground, an idea which originated in 2011. For City Councilmen of District 4, Lemar Marshall, the park construction fulfilled a dream which he hopes will help lend more access and higher expectations to the chil- dren. “I think this park could change the community, bringing some The Lion’s Roar / Allison Crady pride, ownership and accountabil- AP PHOTO/ TAMIR KALIFA Groups such as the Kiwanis Club, city o cials, Hammond Fire Department, Alpha Kappa Alpha Southeastern sorority and ity into the neighborhood,” said Flowers decorate a fence outside of Fort Hood’s east gate on Sunday, April 6, Beacon Light Baptist Church volunteered to help in the building process of the playground in Jackson Park. Marshall. “I think it will really 2014, in Killeen, Texas, in honor of those killed and wounded in the Fort Hood change the overall mindset. Kids on Saturday. Landrum attributed In addition to the playground, prevalent issues such as high rates shooting on April 2. Three people were killed and 16 were wounded when a in Lincoln Park will probably the speedy process to the num- Marshall hopes to add recreation- of teenage pregnancies and high gunman opened re before taking his own life at the Fort Hood military base. have one of the best summers of ber of volunteers who came to al areas and build a community school dropouts. their lives.” help. Groups such as the Kiwanis garden as a learning component “We want to invest in the chil- According to Lacy Landrum, Club, city officials, Hammond for which both children and adults dren and give them a better start to Legislation could aid long-term unemployed Grants Manager for the City of Fire Department, Alpha Kappa can take part. move into a successful lifestyle,” Hammond, the construction pro- Alpha Southeastern sorority, Bea- “The return that I anticipate said Marshall. “As a community WASHINGTON — Seven bill faces a difficult time in the cess began about six months ago. con Light Baptist Church and from investing in Lincoln Park we should be creating pathways months before the fall elections, House, however, where major- “This place was all trees and the Southeastern chapter of the is a better educated community, for our kids. This is the starting the Senate is on track to pass ity Republicans are generally wooded forest about six months National Association for the Ad- which will be able to contribute to point.” legislation that would restore an opposed. By Special Correspon- ago,” said Landrum on Saturday. vancement of Colored People par- the overall growth in the commu- According to Marshall, the expired program of benefits for dent David Espo. “In six months, we have cleared ticipated in the building process. nity,” said Marshall. “All of that playground will be ready for chil- the long-term unemployed. The about eight acres at this point, “This is a neighborhood with starts with changing the mindset dren to play on within the week. have another two acres we will be low-resources and very little ac- of the people, building a stronger For more information on future clearing, poured a slab, brought in cess to anything, such as recre- community [and] bringing the projects in Hammond, contact AROUND THE WORLD some sand to make it walk able ation or libraries, and this limits community into the overall strat- Landrum at 985-277-5653. for folks and we built the play- the kids,” said Marshall. “The egy. We don’t want to be left out “The kids will be like everyone Pistorious shaken by memories of murder ground today.” more we can bring access to the as an area with no value.” else now,” said Marshall. “They Despite losing an hour of work community, the more kids will In discussing the need for more don’t have to say, ‘I’m going to JOHANNESBURG — His fatal shooting. The star athlete said due to excessive rainfall on Fri- have a broader perspective and community involvement, Mar- play in the ditch on the side of the voice shaking, Oscar Pistorius he is haunted by the smell of blood day, the park was finished hours higher expectations of them- shall compared Lincoln Park to a road.’ They can now say, ‘I can says at his murder trial that he and prone to panic attacks that ahead of schedule at 12:30 p.m. selves.” Third World society and described walk to my community park.’” is sorry for killing his girlfriend once compelled him to climb into and describes himself as a man a bedroom closet. By Christopher Dorm regulations may be unhealthy for pet sh tormented by memories of the Torchia and Gerald Imray.

BY MARIA GODDARD “[The policy] makes sense because if you of tap water conditioner, which removes Staff Reporter have a larger tank, there is going to be more heavy metals, de-chlorinates the water and water everywhere if you were to acciden- puts a slime coating on the fish. Though students are permitted to raise tally drop it or it were to get knocked over, “Although some people have success in a fish in a one-gallon tank or smaller, some so it’s an OK policy, but I feel like one-and- keeping a fish in a one gallon tank, this is professionals question the effects of a small a-half gallons would be OK too. You can fit generally not a good idea. It is difficult to environment on fish health. more fish,” said Williamson. keep a fish alive in such a small space for an University Housing’s 2013-2014 He had two fish originally, but unfortu- extended period of time,” said Frank Cam- Resident Guidebook says no pets are nately, one of them died. po, the freshman biology lab coordinator allowed except for one fish per resident, and “The other fish didn’t fare out so well; we who has been teaching biology for 17 years. the tank size must be one gallon or less. came back from Mardi Gras, and the other “Toxins from waste can build up quickly, “The fish-only policy has been in effect fish was dead,” said Williamson. which can lead to the demise of the fish. If

for a long time, at least the last 10 years. It is To properly care for a fish, students must you wanted to keep a fish in a one-gallon AP PHOTO/ WERNER BEUKES, POOL a policy for all on-campus housing, includ- do their research. Some fish, such as gold- tank, you would be limited to keeping only Oscar Pistorius sits in the dock inside court in Pretoria, South Africa, Friday, ing any north campus facilities,” said Pam fish, cannot thrive in small tanks. Students one fish. In addition, the owner would have March 28, 2014, as members of his defense team, foreground, talk over Bentivegna, University Housing administra- must carefully choose their type of fish to to be diligent in monitoring the water qual- benches. The murder trial of Oscar Pistorius has been delayed until April 7 tive assistant. “The size requirement of the take in order to raise a healthy pet. ity of the tank on a daily basis. Most people because one of the legal experts who will assist the judge in reaching a verdict tank is due to size constraints of the room, Beaux Warren, pet care manager at choose a betta, or Siamese fighting fish, for is sick, abruptly ending expectations Friday that the double-amputee athlete but also as a prevention to bring in reptiles Petsmart in Covington said, “You can keep such a pet. Although a goldfish may be con- was about to testify on his fatal shooting of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. or other animals in the halls.” a one, one-inch fish because in theory, it’s sidered, they are messy fish in general that Luke Williamson is a freshman majoring one gallon of water per inch of fish. And require more water.” in music education who lives in Taylor Hall. that’s a neon tetra. Betta fish can [also] do Students with fish need to be aware that Japanese children escape nuclear zone Williamson has owned pet fish for 12 years fine in a one-gallon tank. If the water quality fish require just as much commitment and MATSUMOTO, Japan — Matsumoto, where the mayor now. His one-gallon tank was spherical, had is not properly maintained, it can cause the care as other pets. Yukie Hashimoto’s 12-year- offered to take in and educate color-changing lights, colorful ornaments fish to be stressed out and pass, and the fish “Overall, if someone wants to keep a fish old daughter didn’t want to young people living in the and houses an active glo tetra named Neo. can develop disease such as ich. If you’re in a one-gallon tank they should be aware leave her young brother, and shadow of the Fukushima Dai- Because the tank had not been cleaned over-feeding your fish or not taking care of of the commitment it requires to care for an her grandparents certainly ichi nuclear plant. Research has for about two months, the water inside the the water, it can cause excess fecal matter animal in such a small space,” said Campo. didn’t want her to go away. But not shown the children to be in tank was a little cloudy and there was algae and the nitrates, ammonia and pH to go up, “Unlike larger tanks that include filters and a family living on the edge of danger at home, but Hashimoto growth on the gravel. Under the University which can cause the fish to die.” a more stable biological system, one-gallon the “no-go zone” surrounding and the parents of seven other Housing policy’s restriction, he has found it Mike Brown, owner and manager of Ex- tanks are more temporary and will require Japan’s wrecked nuclear plant children accepted the mayor’s more difficult to care for the fish. otic Pets & Supply in Hammond, said if stu- frequent care.” has other things to consider. offer. “We made our decision A smaller tank requires more frequent dents do want to raise fish in their dorms, the Students must make sure they are pre- Hashimoto and her husband with her future, 10 years and cleanings, which many stu- best thing to do to give them the optimum pared to provide optimal care for sent their eldest child far away 20 years later, in mind,” Hashi- dents find difficult to make time care is buy a tank that holds as much wa- the safety and well-being of their to the picturesque ski town of moto said. By Yuri Kageyama. for. With an 18-hour schedule, ter as possible. He said usually the gravel in fish. As the fish’s only caretaker, Williamson confessed a small fish tank is about an inch deep, but a fish owner should take that he does not clean there are under-gravel filters that can be in- into consideration what the water as often as stalled in a one-gallon tank. it means to be a respon- The Lion’s Roar he should. To be ex- “That way, you have a good harvest of sible pet owner. The Official Publication of the Students of Southeastern since 1937. act, he has not cleaned bacteria that eats the ammonia and nitrites. “It is the student’s 1320 N Morrison Blvd it since he set up his If your water quality is bad, it will lower responsibility to main- aquarium in January the pH. The normal [pH] range is 7.0,” said tain proper care of the 985-542-5555 at the beginning of this Brown. “Our water coming out of the faucet fish as described by the spring semester. How- is higher than that, but that’s OK. We use the pet store, provider, etc., ever, Williamson feels the tap water out of faucets and treat it.” as requirements vary per policy is justified. To treat the water, Brown advises the use species,” said Bentivegna.

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