NOVEMBER 5, 2013 VOLUME 85, ISSUE 12 THE LION ’S ROAR S OUTHEASTERN L OUISIANA U NIVERSITY A Student Publication Campus Life Page 2 Opinions Page 3 Arts & Entertainment Page 4 Sports Page 6 News Page 8 LionsRoarNews.com Lion football named No. 1 in SLC play see LIONS pg. 6 REIGNING SUPREME Gonzalez crowned Miss Southeastern 2014

BY MEGAN SIMON Staff Reporter

SLU Public Info. / Randy Bergeron he reign of a new Miss Southeastern has begun. TThe second time was the charm for junior kinesiology ma- How Charvet jor Crystal Gonzalez. On Saturday Nov. 2, Gonzalez was crowned stitches plays Miss Southeastern 2014. She was inspired to compete together for the title of Miss Southeastern by her special connection to the see pg. 4 INSTRUCTOR university as a Hammond native. Gonzalez attended Southeastern’s Laboratory School for nine years and the university has been a part of her life since she was five years old. Her family history at South- eastern also contributed to her quest for the crown. The platform Gonzalez chose was of a sensitive issue, “Taking the Wheel: Driving under the Influence Awareness and Prevention.” “I would love to promote The Lion’s Roar / Shanell Sanders Southeastern to our community, to our high schools, around the state,” said Gonzalez. “I’m from Ham- SAAC plans mond, and I want to tell our locals to stay in Hammond for college be- seventh Gumbo cause the experience they’re look- ing for is here. Everything they Cook-o want is right here at Southeastern.” There were several stages of competition including lifestyle and BY KATIE ARBOUR fitness, talent, on-stage questions Staff Reporter and evening wear. Prior to the pag- The Student Athlete Advisory eant, all contestants participated in Committee is hosting their sev- personal interviews by the judging enth annual Gumbo Cook-Off panel beginning at 9 a.m. Gonzalez as part of tailgating for the Sam performed “I Dreamed a Dream” Houston State vs. Southeastern from “Les Miserables” during the game. talent competition. On Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to “I was extremely anxious be- 2:30 p.m., tailgaters will be com- cause this meant a lot to me but it peting to find out who makes the was worth it,” said Gonzalez, ex- best gumbo. Fans will have an plaining how she felt throughout opportunity to taste everyone’s the pageant. gumbo at this time. After participating in the Everyone is invited to enter 2013 pageant and earning 2nd free of charge. Different groups Runner-Up, she decided to par- participate from the Tangipahoa The Lion’s Roar / Nick BeJeaux ticipate again in hopes of earning Sheriff’s office, First Guarantee, Kinesiology junior Crystal Gonzalez was crowned Miss Southeastern 2014 over ve constestants. Gonzalez, a native of Hammond, prides herself in the fact the crown. When her name was student organizations, team play- that she grew up on campus. She attended the Lab School for nine years and enrolled at Southeastern after graduating from high school. called, Gonzalez was crowned by ers, spirit groups and students’ her Alpha Omicron Pi sister and families. Student organizations Miss Southeastern 2013 Renee are encouraged to enter, and this Picou. The emotions were clear year there will be an incentive. on her face as the audience stood The student organization with and clapped for the newly crowned the highest score will earn a party Miss Southeastern 2014. patio during the Nicholl’s game In addition to winning the title the following Thursday, Nov. 21. of Miss Southeastern, Gonza- Last year’s people’s choice lez also won the People’s Choice winner, which is scored on a Award, Interview Award and Life- money donation basis, was the style and Fitness Award. Along Tangipahoa Sheriff’s Depart- with the title, Gonzalez will re- ment with $126. ceive a full year of tuition, a local The judges’ choice for the Miss America Crown, a $1,000 2012 Competition ended in a clothing allowance provided by the tie between “Team George” and “Team Young,” which consisted see MISS SOUTHEASTERN pg. 10 of family members of quater- back Bryan Young and Kailee George, a Lion Cheerleader. All proceeds from the gumbo The Lion’s Roar / Nicole Koster cook-off will be donated to the Miss Southeastern 2014 Crystal Gonzalez Toys From The Heart organiza- gathers with her Alpha Omicron Pi sis- tion, which will be used to pro- ters to “Lion Up” in front of Pottle after vide toys to less fortunate chil- receiving her crown. Besides her sorority dren. sisters, Gonzales had the support of For more information or to many friends and family, including her register, contact Mary Kathryn parents and grandparents. Borland at MaryKathryn.Bor- [email protected].

Follow the Roar Weather Reminders Stay connected, Like us on Facebook and Don’t forget to meet with your adivsors Tuesday Wednesday Follow us on Twitter @lionsroarnews. before priority registration begins Nov. 18. H 77 L 58 H 78 L 61 P AGE 2 N OVEMBER 5, 2013 C AMPUS L IFE T HE L ION ’ S R OAR Fall Carnival takes trick or treating indoors BY CLAIRE SALINAS tivities including face painting an act of community service. Staff Reporter and games. “It’s our first time do- They also enjoyed sway- ing this, so we’re excited,” Student and Greek organi- ing to the music playing in the said Kimberly Jasper, senior zations welcomed parents con- lobby. Fall Carnival is hosted accounting major. “I know cerned with the safety of their every year to provide a safe al- sometimes it’s really scary for children during Halloween terative to trick or treating for the kids to be out in the neigh- trick-or-treating for the ninth the children of Hammond and borhoods, and it’s good for annual Fall Carnival. the surrounding areas. them to see college students The festival was held on Students recognized the op- and know that we’re giving Thursday, Oct. 31 in the Pen- portunity to interact with mem- back to the community.” nington Student Activity Cen- bers of the community while Many parents were pleased ter. The Office of Multicul- promoting the organizations in to have a safe place to bring tural and International Student which they are involved. their kids to participate in trick Affairs, Black Student Union “I think this is a great event or treating. and Recreational Sports and for the community members of “It’s safe for the kids, and Wellness collaborated with the Hammond to bring their kids she [my daughter] loves the Office of Student Engagement to because it’s a safe way for games,” said Dee Lee. who started the event as “Trick them to come, have fun and Despite harsh weather con- or Treat on Greek Street” and get candy,” said Emma Lapey- ditions, students worked to- took place in Greek Village. rouse, junior communication, gether to provide a service to The planned location of sciences and disorders major the parents and children of the this year’s carnival was moved and member of Sigma Sigma community. The Lion’s Roar / Claire Salinas from North Oak Park to the Sigma. “It’s a great way for “It’s a safe fun environment Student and Greek organizations sat Pennington Student Activ- all the organizations that get for people to bring their kids, out to entertain trick-or-treating ity Center due to inclement involved to get their name out and it’s fun for all the Greeks children and parents in a safe environ- weather. there.” to get together,” said Morgan ment with games and candy for the Children walked from table Delta Sigma Theta Soror- Beard, sophomore communi- ninth annual Fall Carnival. to table collecting candy and ity joined other participating cation major and member of participating in several ac- organizations and deemed it as Theta Phi Alpha. MVMNT takes a swing at human sex trafficking

BY MELANIE MANN The Hope House mission Staff Reporter statement, available on the program’s website, states, Demolishing a car on cam- “The mission of the Hope pus may seem like a violent House is to provide special- crime, but students armed with ized safe housing, designed sledgehammers and baseball specifically for young women bats were within perfect legal over 18 years of age who are rights as they pummeled one in victims of sex trafficking. We the name of human rights. offer a faith-based, free-of- MVMNT, the college min- charge, voluntary program istry of the Mission Church in that holistically focuses on the Hammond, hosted a car bash- medical, emotional and social ing fundraiser Thursday, Oct. needs of each woman. Through 31 in the Student Union Park. this 12-18 month program, the “The money raised from women who live at the Hope this event will go directly to House will be given medical Hope House which will be services, emotional counseling used to fund the recovery of and long-term social and voca- women rescued from sex traf- tional training.” ficking,” said Israel Ripley, as- According to Ripley, the sistant to the College Pastor of car was donated to MVMNT MVMNT and co-organizer of by Phil’s Wrecker Service of the fundraiser. “We wanted to Hammond, and many other raise money for this cause in contributions were made by order to bring more awareness, Helping Hands Ministry in shed light on the reality of Ponchatoula, LA. With these what is happening to helpless combined efforts, the car bash- women, not only around the ing fundraiser was a smashing world but often times in our success, according to Logan own cities, and help provide a Torrance, a MVMNT affiliate way for people to get involved who assisted in organizing the in doing their part to end this fundraiser. atrocity.” “We didn’t know it was The Lion’s Roar / Melanie Mann Hope House is located in going to be this big of a hit,” Ti any Ringuett, senior biology major, prepares to bash the MVMNT car. Proceeds from participants will go toward Hope House which helps sex tracking Baton Rouge, LA and serves as said Torrance. “We were kind victims recover and take back control of their lives. a refuge for women who have of nervous when we got it out been rescued from sex traffick- here this morning. We didn’t started funneling people over tume as they hammered away had fun wrecking the car. Students who would like ing. The Hope House commu- know if that many people here, people started showing at the car. Participants were not “I love it,” said Boney. “It’s to donate or learn more about nity consists of seven cottages, would come out or if they up.” limited to students, however. the first time I get to break sex trafficking may visit Hope each meant to accommodate were just kind of going to be In the spirit of Halloween, Nine-year-old Ashur Boney, stuff without getting into trou- House’s website at hopehou- two women. weirded out, but as soon as we many students were in cos- son of the MVMNT pastor, ble.” sela.com.

Organizational News is due on the Friday before publication by ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS 10 a.m., with a limit of 150 words. AST e event is a one-hour in- and the baby's heartbeat can be QX name of the hair salon next to in the playos last week. Hope Our rst annual Mr. Green formal demonstration of the detected electronically. Well let’s start this week of the graveyard? Curl up and dye. everyone had a fun, but safe Hal- and Gold Men's Pageant went dance courses taught this semes- with a funny. What was the Congratulations to the ag foot- loween. Remember: “Don’t drink fabulously. We are grateful to all ter. Students currently enrolled PRSSA ball team as they defeated Sig Tau and drive.” those who came out to support in DNC 120, Jazz Dance I, DNC ank you to everyone who our chapter and all the wonder- 130, Modern Dance I, DNC 230, participated in the events and ful guys who participated. Con- Modern Dance II, DNC 240, Bal- activities during PRSSA relation- gratulations to Ivy Gonzales for let II and DNC 350 ship month and Homecoming. It winning most energetic and Ste- Special Topics: Hip-Hop will was a successful month of plan- phen Marco for winning people's demonstrate examples of the ning and activity from start to choice. First runner up is Jeremy movement styles that are per- nish. Lloyd and the title of Mr. Green formed for each class. Join us November is Ethics Month. and Gold was awarded to Chase in the dance studio to meet the We will begin by welcoming our Cole. dance faculty and also to learn rst guest speaker of the month, Again a huge shout out to all about what dance forms are Sevetri Wilson. She will join us our participants and supporters, taught at Southeastern. tomorrow night to share her ex- especially to Kelsea Locicero for periences and expertise. Ocers planning the event. We are all Southeastern Students For encourage all members to follow looking forward to partnering Life Wilson on social networks and with Delta Tau Delta for Relay for Southeastern Students for Life come to the meeting with ques- Life. We also have Habitat for Hu- is currently organizing a group to tions for her to answer. Links can manity coming up, one of our fa- attend the Louisiana March for be found on her website, sevetri- vorite projects as a sisterhood. We Life in January. is week we will wilson.com. If you are interested always look toward to this part of have a guest speaker talking about in joining PRSSA or have any the semester to work together the importance of pro-life activ- questions, please direct them to and build something larger than ism. Students for Life meet every [email protected]. ourselves. Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. in Like us on Facebook for infor- the Student Union, room 227. For mation, photos and upcoming Fine and Perfoming Arts additional information, join the events for this semester at face- e Southeastern Dance Pro- "Southeastern Students for Life" book.com/southeasternprssa. gram in the Department of Fine Facebook group. Baby fact of the and Performing Arts presents Young and motivated student week: At week 10 of pregnancy, willing to clean and organize “University Dance Class Presen- the baby is about two and a half my home and work space in tations” at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, inches long with distinct ngers Ponchatoula area once or twice Nov. 5 in the Dance Studio KHS and toes. e baby begins mak- a week for extra cash. 153. ing small, random movements, CALL 985-507-7358 T HE L ION ’ S R OAR O PINIONS N OVEMBER 5, 2013 P AGE 3 Who decides your fate? Speak What do you think about the vocal preach- Out ers in the Union? CASEY PEACOCK Sophomore Criminal Justice

“Iʼm a Christian, and I donʼt think thatʼs the right way to approach the situation and sharing what you believe. BY SARA STANLEY People will listen to you Staff Reporter more if youʼre not yelling and screaming in their face.” Christians should not walk around condemning people to TIM CARAMBAT hell. I think we all know who I am Sophomore referring to. You know, the fi xated Mechanical Engineering people who stand in the Student Union with their “soul-winning” “They are within their rights signs that read, “Sinner, you de- to do so, and I think itʼs serve hell fi re.” okay because theyʼre not As I was hurriedly walking to really yelling directly at class the other day, I came upon anybody.” a man handing out pamphlets. I can handle someone throwing their ideas at me or sharing what they believe in public. It was the could possibly believe a message Not only was this group of in- these people actually believe what aggressive yelling that caused me fi lled with such bitterness would dividuals being obnoxiously rude, they are doing is right? Do they HERB MCGUIN, PH. D. to forget I was already running make anyone want to stop and they were giving Christians a bad actually believe they are going Associate Professor and late and had me stop in my tracks. listen. The way they went about name. While I do believe in both to bring people to Christ by tell- Reference Librarian The words “You’re going to hell,” their preaching made me think of a heaven and a hell, the Bible I’ve ing them they are horrible sinners sounded above the noisy walkway, a parent punishing a child with no read states that no one sin is great- and going to burn for eternity? “Iʼm for personal freedom of piercing their way into my head. explained reasoning. The harsh er than another. How could these My guess is they do. Most, if not speech, but at the same time, The man who shouted the phrase method these people implement people tell us we are going to hell all of them, were probably born their expression of Christi- incessantly directed his rage at no as an attempt to recruit people into when they are human just like you into this warped religion. It’s what anity is intolerance, and it particular individual. I assumed their religion is just like an authori- and me? No one on this Earth is they were taught, but that doesn’t would be good if there was he was yelling at every one who tarian parenting style. This style of perfect. We all sin, and if I remem- rationalize their methodology. So an alternative view to the wasn’t shouting damnation with parenting uses a strict, set of rules ber correctly, judging others is an instead of stooping to their level cause Christianity.” him. After taking a moment to ac- with absolutely no explanation, equal evil. by judging them, I decided to let knowledge what I was witnessing resulting in unhappy, incompetent While I was both appalled and the matter go, and do the only LAUREN MISTRETTA was in fact reality, I went along children. Ultimately, the effects outraged by these people’s man- thing I could: remember that each Freshman my way, stifl ing a laugh until I was of such an unforgiving and harsh ner of preaching, I couldn’t help individual’s fate is determined by Nursing past the chaos. technique are often negative and but notice the feeling of pity that him/herself and their God, not the I wondered how someone deconstructive. bubbled up into my heart. Do words of others. “I think that I feel sorry for everybody whoʼs listening to them because I donʼt feel Keep Halloween costumes scary, not sexy that theyʼre right.” tume companies think women should be? Men’s costumes are no- where near as provocative as KATIE CARPENTER women’s. For the most part, a Junior man can easily dress up as any Psychology character he wishes, and nearly all of their options have them “I think itʼs kind of pushy, but fully clothed. Women have itʼs not too bad, whatever almost no variety in costume people believe. I feel like itʼs selection. I can handle skimpy kind of obnoxious whenever costumes if they mildly relate they are yelling at people BY SHANELL SANDERS to a horror or fantasy theme; though.” Staff Reporter however, I can’t handle the stupidity of some of these cos- As a self proclaimed Hal- tumes women wear. Halloween SCOTT BONEY loween afi cionado, I harbor a is the one time of year people MVMNT Pastor sour taste for what Halloween can be someone else. I don’t has become: a festival of scant- think a sexy bottle of hot sauce “I fi nd it very intriguing. I ily clad women. is appropriate. I’ve seen sexy love the fact that we have I’m even guilty of losing the Big Birds, sexy hamburgers mob boss? I really wish men’s thing. They have their place. free speech; however, true meaning of Halloween and and sexy corn-on-a-cobs. Most costumes were the same. If College parties and nightclubs anytime insults are thrown wearing less-than-appropri- of these costumes are com- women are pushed to dress like are reasonable locations to be out, I fi nd that it is deroga- ate costumes. Halloween has pletely absurd and only make they have no respect, so should dressed like that if someone tory and unproductive.” been completely sexualized. women look like stupid atten- men. I want to see a man in wishes to, but we also need It seems like every woman’s tion seekers. The costumes skintight shorts and a bra. At costumes that make sense and costume I see has “sexy” pre- make no sense these days, if least there would be equality are appropriate to wear in pub- ceding the title. Do you want they aren’t all just rip-offs of among the costumes. lic. Halloween should not be to be a sexy witch or a sexy kit- the same theme. Do we really I’m not saying that sexy WILLIAM SCHMIDT ten? Are those really what cos- need seven variations of a sexy costumes are necessarily a bad see COSTUMES pg. 4 Senior Psychology and Sociology

“It is supposed to be free Letter to the Editor speech, but youʼre supposed to have intellectual conver- sations back and forth and gether and imagine what this space might be like is a great opportunity for discussion. And, I donʼt feel Southeastern’s communities to actively participate. I would like to invite SGA wants to hear from you that they give us the ability you to participate in our “Design the Quad” event. SGA believes that get- to have a free discussion.” Dear Editor, ting the community involved is extremely important because the places that we create can either encourage or discourage community. To ensure We have a responsibility to our campus to make it better than when we that we are encouragers of active participation among our Southeastern CHRISTIE PATRICK arrived, to leave it in such a way that we can proudly say, “I am Southeast- community, we would like to provide you with the opportunity to actually Junior ern.” One might ask, “How can I change things?” And I often say that a partake in designing the heart and soul of this campus. The event will be Communication complaint is the fi rst step towards change. As an SGA representative, I’ve held in the Quad on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 9 to 11 a.m. Please come out and heard my fair share of criticism. One that I hear more often than not is that tell us what you would like to experience, share your ideas with others, “I think that they have their SGA needs to be more transparent in its actions. I often ponder how SGA and learn from their ideas. If you have any further questions or comments, right to voice their beliefs; can be better- how we can allow students, faculty, staff and the commu- feel free to contact me at [email protected]. Thanks again and however, I think itʼs offensive nity to be heard and have real input about what happens on their campus. have a great day! and disrespectful to invade With the expansion of the Student Union and Southeastern’s plan to focus peopleʼs personal space like on shifting emphasis to our Quad (the green space in-between the Student Stephanie Travis the way they do.” Union, Library, Fayard & D. Vic) I believe that having people come to- SGA Campus Beautifi cation Liaison.

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The pieces perience with design and atten- “Chad was able to communicate included handmade harnesses, tion to detail to create costume with me in design terms, which holsters, arm guards, knee and masterpieces for both films and makes for a wonderful working shin guards, knife and spear hol- stage productions. Charvet has relationship. Overall, I’m really sters for a community of boys in settled into her place at South- pleased with the final product. I a post-apocalyptic world.” eastern this semester by not only feel like Ibsen plays are hard to Having studied fashion acces- teaching but also utilizing her produce for today’s audience, sory design and leather-working costume design skills for two but the ambitious design team extensively as part of her under- productions. and careful direction in conjunc- graduate training, Charvet was “The Theater and the Fine tions with hard-working and thrilled that she was sought out and Performing Arts Depart- talented students made for a suc- for those specialized skills. She ments at Southeastern have been cessful production that exceeded studied fashion and accessory overwhelmingly welcoming my expectations.” design as an undergraduate and and supportive,” said Charvet. Charvet first gained an inter- refined her fine-tailoring and pe- “Already I’ve been able to col- est in costume design when she riod costume construction skills laborate with the Opera program was in high school. She attended in graduate school. on their recent production, ‘It’s the New Orleans Center for Cre- Charvet’s design skills do Only Life.’ I was also allowed to ative Arts for theater design after not end with theater and films. bring my Introduction to Theater her regular high school courses. She works with Ilaine Hartman class to a final rehearsal of the As a part of the NOCCA pro- in New Orleans building Mardi dance programs’ recent produc- gram, Charvet was introduced Gras royalty costumes for the tion ‘Let It Be.’ ” to sewing and costuming for the Krewes of Rex, Hermes, Mystic, In addition, Charvet was first time, but she quickly devel- Comus and others. Their cos- the head costume designer for oped a passion for period cos- tumes can run between $20,000 Southeastern Theatre produc- tume and sewing technologies. and $40,000. She also receives tion of Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s Since her start in costuming, requests for various contract House” last month. She started Charvet has exercised her skills work. the design process by reading for plays, films and more. She Charvet is currently work- and analyzing the script. Then has the most experience in the- ing on multiple projects. She is she sat down with the director, atrical costuming; however, she creating giant sails for a pirate Chad Winters, to discuss the has recently been pursuing work ship float as part of a parade for concept of the production. Char- in the thriving film industry in Universal Studios. Charvet will vet said that Winters had a clear south Louisiana. soon begin working on the cos- vision for the looks of some “Before accepting my posi- tume design for Tennessee Wil- The Lion’s Roar / Nick BeJeaux characters, such as Krogstad, but tion with Southeastern, I had liams’s play “The Night of the Nora , played by Olivia Matte, teases her husband Torvald, played by MJ Ricks, during the Southeastern production of left her to develop the looks of been working for months in Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House.” Matte and Ricks’ costumes were designed by Mingon Charvet, who researched the time other characters. Baton Rouge on the upcoming see CHARVET pg. 9 period and the script extensively to capture an authentic look for the production. “I spent a lot of time re- film ‘The Maze Runner,’” said Morter shows his trumpet skills at junior recital BY AMBER GRABER coming a musician is not an cians as competition and helps have a studio on iTunes and Staff Reporter easy one, according to Morter. them whenever the opportunity hopefully that takes off and I “There’s always something arises. don’t have to go grad school. Friends and well-wishers that I find is more challeng- “We’re all friends in music,” But, if that doesn’t take off, I’m lined up outside Pottle Audito- ing each and every day that I said Morter. “There are some probably going to go to grad rium’s backstage door to con- pick up the horn,” said Morter. people who aren’t as inclined, school, not sure where, and do gratulate an up-and-coming “And, you know, I might sound I guess you’d say, as other peo- jazz studies-really try to under- musician for a performance good one day, and the next day, ple, but I try to help everyone stand jazz and play jazz profes- well done. I’m just like ‘Man, I sound hor- as much as I can, whether I like sionally, and, hopefully, teach On Tuesday, Oct. 29th, Har- rible.’ So each day has its own them or not. I don’t like to think college kids.” ry Morter Jr., a senior with an challenges, whether it’s the way that I have competition with Also in Tyler Kinchen and instrumental music concentra- I sound, I can’t play the passage someone. I like to think more the Right Pieces are Tyler and tion, performed his junior re- in this piece, things like that.” that I have musical companion- Caleb Kinchen, Zakk Garner, cital on trumpet, accompanied In order to combat the chal- ship with someone.” Wes Mannino, David Gambino by Irina Cunev on piano. lenges of playing the horn and Morter is currently in a and Eric Hendrix. The band Morter is a third-generation The Lion’s Roar / Amber Graber improve his skills, Morter prac- multi-genre band with some of currently has two albums re- musician and grew up in an Senior instrumental music major Harry Morter (above) plays the trumpet dur- tices the trumpet religiously. his fellow musicians. They play leased called Indeed and Here environment where he was sur- ing his junior recital in Pottle. Morter is a third-generation musician, his father “I wake up at 5:30 every rhythm & blues, jazz and funk It Is. You can find more infor- rounded by music which influ- and grandfather were both saxophonists. morning, get into the practice music around Southern Louisi- mation about them at their web- enced him to choose the career kind of just went into it like ev- saxophone or other instru- room at six, practice until my ana. He is hoping that the band site, www.tkandtherightpieces. of a musician. eryone else in my family.” ments, he simply liked the way first class, and I practice for becomes popular enough to com or follow them on Face- “My father and my grand- Morter has tutored people it sounded. He decided to learn about four to six hours a day. support his lifestyle. book and Twitter. father were musicians,” said in music theory in addition to how to play the instrument af- It’s like a sport. Football play- “Right now I’m in a band Morter encourages everyone Morter. “They were sax play- giving trumpet lessons to ju- ter hearing examples from one ers get up and train, I get up and that’s off campus called Tyler to get involved with music. ers, but I kind of went with a nior high school and college of his junior high teachers that practice my horn.” Kinchen and the Right Pieces. “If you don’t know an instru- different route. I started play- students. showed him how each instru- While the music industry I play trumpet and flugelhorn, ment or you don’t know how to ing trumpet, and I guess it just There was no deep mean- ment sounded. Morter has been may be perceived as a highly and I sing back-up vocals,” said sing, pick up an instrument, or was always in my family. I was ing behind Morter’s decision playing the trumpet since the competitive one, Morter prefers Morter. “We’re getting pretty learn a song, and just go with always around musicians, so I to play the trumpet over the fifth grade, and the path to be- not to view his fellow musi- popular around the area. We it,” said Morter.

COSTUMES giggle and men ogle. Society has lutely terrifying. continued from pg. 3 become so desensitized to sex that Maybe I’m just a Halloween Vocal performance major sexy costumes are being sold at elitist, but I think Halloween is an excuse to see how much cleav- Wal-Mart. Young girls are dressing much more than a skin-tight dress age you can show. All it does is like Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus and and cat ears. It’s the time of year result in a damaged self-esteem, Nicki Minaj. The age of witches, where the air just feels a little showcases range in recital embarrassing pictures and a wasted ghosts and princesses are gone. creepier, and I can be whoever I $60. What does this teach young girls? want to be. I shouldn’t feel forced very beautiful.” my favorite favorites. Those BY SHANELL SANDERS The worst part of this whole Be sexy because that’s what’s ex- to dress like a sexy Han Solo. I Joshua Williams has been are for my senior recital. The Staff Reporter fiasco is no one even notices. No pected of you. should just dress as Han Solo. I a regular in the Southeastern English set that I did were my one looks twice if a girl wears a Women can be more than sexy. want Halloween to be scary again, The audience of Pottle Au- Opera Program, so several favorite three English songs revealing costume. Women just They can be funny, clever or abso- not erotic. ditorium was delighted with of his selected pieces were in the world. And so, you take senior vocal performance ma- arias from notable operas and your diction classes. Every- jor Joshua Williams in his ju- shows, chosen to suit his tenor body takes diction classes to nior recital. Williams, who is voice range. get the language down. That’s graduating in May, arranged “I’ve been preparing for first thing. It’s really just your a collection of songs he per- this since day one of being a lessons the honing in and formed during his studies at voice major,” said Williams. crafting it down. Then you Southeastern, including a va- “It’s not like we decide to have your recital, and then riety of foreign language piec- have a recital and pick these you leave.” es, for his junior recital held random pieces that we’re go- Accompanied by Raisa Tuesday, Oct. 29 in Pottle Au- ing to put in. Over the years, Voldman on piano and a string ditorium. you get hundreds of pieces trio, Joshua performed his ju- “I’m actually here to do a that you just learn and perfect, nior recital. music report,” said Landon and then you pick your favor- “It felt really great. I’m very Diehl, a sophomore art major. ite ones and put that in your happy with it overall. A lot of “I actually really like it. It was recital. So this one was not things that usually weren’t so good actually turned out to be great. The things I usually do really well weren’t so great. You never really know what you’re going to get when your voice is your instrument. It’s something you carry around all over the place.” Williams is not the only one wrapping up his degree with a concert. Several other junior and senior music majors will be performing their recitals this semester as well next se- The Lion’s Roar / Shanell Sanders mester. Williams will be hold- Joshua Williams (right) performs a foreign language piece for his junior recital. ing his final senior recital on Williams is one of many music students who performed their junior recitals this April 30 in Pottle Auditorium. week. T HE L ION ’ S R OAR A RTS & E NTERTAINMENT N OVEMBER 5, 2013 P AGE 5 Chamber Orchestra conjures Spooktacular

BY KAYLIN EILERS kov Voldman, who dressed as Medley” on her violin. An- outstanding,” said Kelly An- Staff Reporter a ship captain. gelis Allen sang the blues dino, a resident of Hammond. This year for the perfor- in “Love Me or Leave Me.” “It was refreshing seeing the The Southeastern Chamber mance “Voodoo,” the lights Darth Vader Henry Jones piece “Voodoo” and being Orchestra hypnotized audi- were turned off and flashes of played “Solace and Maple able to see musicians from the ence members with its howl- light gave the show a haunting Leaf Rag” on his piano. The community like the Wiemelt ing sounds during the Hallow- atmosphere. There was howl- glittery Iullis Alyeksyeyeva brothers to see how they are een Spooktacular III. ing, clapping and plenty of sang “Cry Me a River.” “Night incorporating students.” The performance took scares. on Bad Mountain,” “A Salute The audience really got place at the Columbia The- Violinists Griffin and Ri- to the Big Bands,” ”Tico Tico” involved during the costume atre for the Performing Arts ley Wiemelt performed “Irish and “Voodoo” were also per- contest. Cheers went up for on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 7:30 Medley.” Cowgirl Jivka Jel- formed. p.m and was conducted by Ya- eva performed “Bluegrass “The performance was see SPOOKTACULAR pg. 9

Public Information/Tonya Lowentritt & The Lion’s Roar / Kaitlyn Morales A masked musician in the Southeastern Chamber Orchestra plays violin to the song “Cry Me a River” as part of the annual Fanfare Halloween concert entitled Spooktacular. At Spooktacular III, the Southeastern Louisiana University Cham- ber Orchestra’s concert Wednesday night (Oct. 30), “Green Man” (music major Chance Ragan from Gonzales), right, won the top prize in the 12 and older cat- egory, while “Baby Leprechaun” Ava Rowe, with her mom Assistant Professor of Voice Alissa Rowe and dad Adam, was rst place in the 12 and under category. The annual concert held in the Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts fea- tures orchestra members in full costume in celebration Fanfare comes to bone-rattling conclusion with ‘ en and Now’ BY MELANIE MANN while playing a parody of an much different from other mon- Staff Reporter Alice in Chains song he wrote archs of his time, according to to suit the theme of the lecture. Robison. In the spirit of Hallow- “I find that humor is actually “Basically what I was try- een, Fanfare ended with tales a good teaching tool,” said Ro- ing to do was give a little bit of bones and burial grounds, bison. “If you attach something more realistic appraisal of though this spooky story is far important to something that’s Richard,” said Robison. “When from fictional. funny, people will remember it they discovered his body, it sort Dr. William Robison, head better.” of stirred up the whole debate of the history department, pre- According to Robison, King again about whether he’s this sented a lecture entitled “My Richard III’s remains were dis- villainous person or a great Kingdom for a Hearse! The covered in September 2012 af- king. I think the truth is some- Life, Death and Abandoned ter having been missing for 500 where in the middle.” Bones of Richard III” on years, conveniently providing According to Robison, Rich- Wednesday, Oct. 30 in Pottle the topic for this year’s Hallow- ard III was accused of murder- Auditorium, concluding this een lecture. Historically, Rich- ing Henry VI; Henry VI’s son season’s Then and Now Lec- ard III has been portrayed as Prince Edward; his own brother The Lion’s Roar / Melanie Mann ture Series. an evil, monstrous king. While George, the Duke of Clarence Dr. William Robison (above) tosses Halloween candy to the audience as part of his annual Fanfare lecture. This year Robi- Robison began the lecture he was by no means perfect, and his own wife. None of these son discussed the life and abandoned bones of Richard III. with humorous animations the facts show that he was not accusations are true; however, Richard III was responsible for the deaths of his nephews, Ed- “He pulls a lot of obscure things daughter, 13-year-old Sara said Milton. “I like how he subject to change later this month. out and throws it in there, and Cavalier explores her interest went back into the genealogy Use this week to prepare for that ward V of England and Richard of Shrewsbury, Duke of York. those things kind of stick with in history by attending lectures to set up the conflicts to be dis- possibility by starting a Plan B you.” and events at Southeastern. played later.” just in case you need it. Robison’s lecture drew quite Angela Cavalier’s children “I didn’t really know that At the end of the lecture, Ro- SCORPIO (October 23 to a crowd, filling nearly every November 21) Be careful about seat of the Pottle Auditorium. are both avid history buffs. Her much about Richard III at first,” bison pelted the audience with ARIES (March 21 to April son, Michael Milton, received said Sara Cavalier, who dressed a fusillade of candy, letting the 19) Although your energy level joining a colleague’s plan to solve Among the audience was a a degree from Southeastern in as Cleopatra for the lecture. “I spirit of Halloween rain down is high, be careful not to commit a workplace problem. Investigate family of four, all sharing a zest didn’t know that he didn’t have upon all in attendance. to too many projects at this time. it thoroughly. Otherwise, you for history. general studies with minors in You’ll do better focusing on just could find yourself in a predica- “I love that he incorporates criminal justice and history and a proper burial place like all the Angela and Sara Cavalier a few tasks rather than spreading ment with other associates. the humor into it,” said Angela is currently pursuing a bach- other kings.” left the lecture with an enthusi- SAGITTARIUS (November yourself too thin. Cavalier, Southeastern alumni. elor’s in political science. Her “I really loved the lecture,” astic “Trick or treat!” TAURUS (April 20 to May 22 to December 21) Slow down 20) Your heart might be leading that high-paced whirl you’ve been NOOTROPICS, GENERAL HEALTH, on. Spending quiet time alone or you in one direction, but pay at- SPORTS SUPPLEMENTS, DETOX tention to your keen Bovine intel- with people you care for can be both physically and spiritually re- AND MORE!!! lect. 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The No. 25 Southeastern Li- ons managed a 41-7 victory over No. 4 McNeese State at Cowboy Stadium in a game between the Southland Conference co-lead- ers, bringing the Lions to the top of the conference rankings. The Lions (7-2, 4-0 South- land) victory against the Cow- The Lion’s Roar / Megan Simon boys was their sixth straight win, Sophomore setter Mikayla Shippy sets their longest streak since 1978. the ball for a spike by her teammates “When we watched film of during the game against UNO. Shippy McNeese as the first couple recorded 33 assists to aid the o ense weeks, they really got our boys’ against the Privateers. attention,” said head coach Ron Roberts. “They knew we were going to have to come in and play well. They were focused and they put it on the line in preparation, Volleyball to get ready for these guys.” The game featured two of the top 14 offenses in the Foot- extends SLC ball Championship Subdivision. The Lions began the game with win streak a quick lead, and the Cowboys were never able to catch up. Southeastern turned a turn- BY MEGAN SIMON over into the first few points of Staff Reporter the game when junior Marice Sutton stripped senior Marcus The Lady Lions volleyball Wiltz and Theo Alexander was team dominated in the Southland able to recover at the Cowboy 31- SLU Public Info. / Randy Bergeron Conference game against Univer- yard line. Five plays later, Sebas- Southeastern defensive back Tyler Stoddard makes a one-handed tackle on McNeese wide receiver Khalil Thomas on a kick o return in the second quarter sity of New Orleans Privateers tian made a field goal, bringing Saturday at Cowboy Stadium in Lake Charles. Saturday, Oct. 2. They won three the score to 3-0. A 30-yard run by straight sets: 25-16, 25-8 and 25- Harrell highlighted an eight-play to put Southeastern back up by carries. Junior quarterback Bryan we’ve got high expectations. holding back McNeese senior 19. This was their third SLC win, march that Bennett capped with 20, 27-7, with 12:18 remaining Bennett contributed 18 carries We’re going to keep working to- quarterback Cody Stroud to 92 also contributing the 10th win to his 10th rushing touchdown of in the third quarter. The Lions for 88 yards and two rushing wards it.” yards passing on 11 of 32 passes. their overall record, now 10-16 the season from a yard out to put furthered their lead with another touchdowns. Bennett also threw The Lions defense limited the “I think all around everybody (Southland record being 4-10). the Lions ahead 20-0 with 8:46 touchdown, giving the Lions a for two scores and 155 yards on Cowboys to 191 yards, nearly did an outstanding job,” said “It feels awesome because we left in the first half. The Cowboys 34-7 advantage with 2:24 left in 14 of 29 passing in the victory, 300 yards under their average Roberts. “Defense, I think it was have been working on specific would score their only touch- the third quarter. aiding sophomores Jeff Smiley heading into the contest, and 13 probably one of our better games, things like pushing over on our down of the game with an eight- The Lions continued to pad and Juwaan Rogers on scoring first downs. discipline-wise up front. That blocks and diving on the floor like play, 86-yard scoring drive, cut- their lead with a 54-yard drive plays. The Lions racked up 439 Senior Theo Alexander had an was a great offensive ball club.” being more fearless and hustling ting the Southeastern lead to 20-7 midway through the fourth quar- total yards against McNeese. interception and a fumble recov- The game against McNeese more and being more scrappy and with 5:44 left in the first half. ter. Bennett finished the march “It’s awesome,” said Bennett. ery, sophomore Harlan Miller had was the first of three consecutive getting crazy balls up, and I think The Lions opened the sec- with a nine-yard run, ending the “We’re real happy. We got a goal, an interception and junior Marice games against ranked opponents that really showed through,” said ond half with a 64-yard scoring game with a final score of 41-7. and we’re taking it one game at Sutton was credited with a forced for the Lions. This Saturday, the senior defensive specialist Megan march that took eight plays. Har- Sophomore Rasheed Harrell a time. My favorite part about fumble. Juniors Isiah Corbett, Lions will head to Conway, Ark. McMillin on the team’s big win. rell broke a tackle at the line of finished with a game-high 119 this is that we act like we’ve been Scott Korte, Justin Church and for conference play against the Shelby Delvin, sophomore scrimmage and raced 40 yards yards and a touchdown on 14 here before, and that’s because John Andrews all posted sacks, No. 18 Central Arkansas Bears. middle backer, kept her team’s energy high throughout the game. She contributed three total blocks Lady Lions headed to SLC tourney during the matches against the UNO Privateers. The team had to make sure BY NICK BEJEAUX point very close to goal. and look forward to the SLC their energy was high and they Editor in Chief The Huskies tied the score in tourney. were focused in order to accom- the 69-minute. Both teams cre- “I feel really good about going plish the victory against the op- Though the Lady Lions’ (13-3- ated numerous opportunities to into the tournament,” said Salci- posing team. 3, 8-2-2 Southland) game against tip the balance, but the efforts do. “I feel like we have a really “[We have to] make sure our Houston Baptist (5-12-12, 4-7-1) of freshman goalkeeper Hope good chance to get a win there.” energy is up and we come out fell flat on a 1-1 tie after double Sabadash and her senior HBU “We just need to focus and strong,” said Delvin. overtime, Southeastern soccer is counterpart Shelby Horn kept the win the game,” said Shaw. The game constantly had high firmly rooted in the No. 3 seed of match at a draw. Even after two The Lady Lions face the sixth energy and momentum with the the SLC Tournament this week. rounds of overtime, the score re- seed University of Central Ar- Lady Lions taking control of both The final game of the regular mained at 1-1. kansas in the first round of the the attack and the defense. The season was held Sunday, Nov. 3 “We had a lot of chances to SLC Tournament this Thursday team totaled in 42 kills with fresh- in the Southeastern Soccer Com- score today, but we couldn’t find at 4:30 p.m. in Lake Charles. The man middle blocker Rachel Bunn plex. Without a cloud in the sky the net,” said head coach Blake Lady Lions are heading in with leading with 10 kills (posting a the day was calm, unlike the Hornbuckle. “This is the second the momentum of a successful .625 attacking percentage). Fresh- game transpiring on the field. straight game where we created season behind them with eight man outside hitter Parrie Hartley The match between the Lady so many chances, and the ball conference wins and 13 over- and junior outside hitter Elizabeth Lions and the Huskies was high- will not go home. We gave them all. However, Hornbuckle and Ramee contributed to the total of pressure throughout. The first one chance to score in the second his team need to work on their 13 kills Hartley delivering eight goal of the game was scored half, just one. We kept moving scoring ability to take home the kills while Ramee delivered six. through a combined effort of the ball and creating, but no one championship. Also, sophomore setter Mikayla junior defender Chelsea Vil- could land it in the net.” “It’s been a good year for us, The Lion’s Roar / Nick BeJeaux Shippy made 33 assists, provid- laescusa and sophomore mid- Before the start of the match, but a great year means we’re win- Sophomore midelder Cheyenne Maxwell produced the only score for the Lady ing aid in the team’s offensive fielder Cheyenne Maxwell in the All-Southland seniors Kelsey ning games, not tying them,” said Lions against Houston Baptist. attack. The Lady Lions recorded 33-minute. Villaescusa played a Salcido and Shanyce Shaw were Hornbuckle. “If you can score a .293 attack percentage, holding corner kick to Maxwell at the far honored as part of Senior Day. two or more goal in conference the Privateers to a -.28 as a team. post. Maxwell kept the ball from Both seniors are happy with the you’re going to have a great “Volleyball’s completely a HBU defenders and landed the team’s performance this season, year.” game of momentum and errors, and the team that makes the less errors wins. And, the team who has the most momentum can come out and dominate any team any day,” said McMillin. Head coach Jim Smoot was thrilled with the team’s win since they have been working very hard to come through with a victory in SLC play. “I was really excited because I saw all the things we have been working on the past two weeks come through,” Smoot said. In preparation for the game, changes were mainly enforced on the defensive end. Smoot chose to bring the back center up, contrib- uting greatly to the team’s coun- terattack, which took advantage of the other’s team lateness to respond. The Lady Lions are now in their last two weeks of their sea- son, having four matches left to establish a spot in the SLC Tour- nament. They will have to win just about all of them in order to proceed to the tournament. The The Lion’s Roar / Nick BeJeaux next home game will be on Nov. Sophomore midelder Erin Christ (foreground) and freshman defender Katie Noonan (background) contributed one shot to 5 at 7 p.m. against Jackson State. the team total of 11 against HBU. Both teams created opportunities to score, but could not penetrate each other’s defence. T HE L ION ’ S R OAR S PORTS N OVEMBER 5, 2013 P AGE 7 Full Court Fest draws crowd to see 2013-14 Lion basketball line-ups

BY FERNANDA CHAGAS Staff Reporter

The annual “Full Court Fest”, inaugurated in 2008 was held at the University Center on Tues- day, Oct. 29. Students gathered for a chance to see Lions and Lady Lions basketball players for the 2013-14 season. The ad- mission to the event was free, and 500 free T-shirts were hand- ed out. Before the festivities began, students got a chance to see ath- letes up close while they signed calendars and took pictures with fans. Roomie also made an ap- pearance, and he entertained the crowd as he attempted to shoot a few baskets. Among the different activi- ties throughout the night, two The Lion’s Roar/ Fernanda Chagas students paired up with one Lady Lions players Nanna Pool, Dani Fielder and Annessa De La Cruz (above left) eagerly await fans to make it down to their side of the table. The Lady Lions basketball team (above)attended male and female athlete chosen Fullcourt Fest to meet their fans and get them excited for their upcoming season. The Lady Lions’ first game this season is against University of Mobile on Nov. 8 at 7p.m. in the University Center. for a dunk contest. Later on the battle continued between three male athletes, trying to see who got the most shots in 30 seconds. During the fest, Southeastern’s cheerleaders and Lionettes pre- sented individual group routines to the rhythm of the band. Four lucky students had the opportunity to participate in the crawl for cash and won prizes that ranged from tablets to Best Buy gift cards. Fourth place winner Amberlyn Bell, fresh- man criminal justice major was able to grab 18 tickets and won a Southeastern Adidas bag. “I think it was a pretty good turnout. I had fun, and I partici- pated in the crawl for cash. Even though I didn’t win the piece that I wanted, it was pretty fun,” said Bell. Callie Hines, freshman early childhood education major, dressed up as a 1950s girl for the Halloween contest and won first place. Sisters Hannah Jones, junior accounting major and Sara Jones, sophomore health The Lion’s Roar/ Fernanda Chagas and physical education major Freshman guard Joshua Filmore goes for a slam dunk during Full Court Fest. Filmore averaged 13.1 points per game as a senior at Wekiva High School in Apoka, Fl. Junior foward Quinn Cooper dressed up as purple minions, (above right) signs posters for fans. from the motion picture “Despi- been with our program for four great shots every time. That’s his team, his love for the team guard Antonio Evans. With this student body kind of familiar cable Me 2.” years already. She has contin- probably our biggest concern, comes greatly from it being a sense of togetherness and work- with the sports that are coming Head coach for Lady Lion ued to develop our game every being able to score and shoot the “kind of all for one and one for ing as a whole, the team could on winter time. It makes them basketball Lori Davis Jones ad- year becoming even more and ball better, and becoming a team all, every guy can make contri- be on a path to a successful sea- feel good about what they are dressed the crowd and said the more multidimensional. She has that has a great defense and in- butions, from our freshmen up son. doing and their hard work.” team has a lot of work to do, become a beautiful basketball tegrity.” to our seniors.” “I don’t think we’re going to Students like Bell were hap- “but so far the progress has been player to watch.” Lion basketball head coach There are a few athletes who be a team that gets carried by a py with the outcome of the event good. We have three starting re- Another player to watch is ju- Jim Yarbrough is ready for his might emerge this upcoming guy or two. I think we’re going and said it made them more in- turners, and we’ll have just a lot nior guard Elizabeth Styles who team to get on the court and dis- season. Onochie Ochie, fourth to have so many guys that can terested in attending the games. of new faces to try and get in the is “extremely dynamic,” said play the hard work they’ve put year junior foward, “has a spe- carry us,” Yarbrough said. “Any The men’s basketball team mix.” Jones. “This will be her second in during the off season. cial perspective, but he can only one of them could in any given opens its home schedule with Jones noted senior forward year running the team, so this “We just want our hard work do that because he has great night. I love that team concept. a 7 p.m. contest against Cham- Aja Gibson as a player to watch should be a good year for her, as to mean something,” said Yar- shooters around him” said Yar- It’s going to serve us very well pion Baptist on Nov. 14. Mobile this season. For the 2012-13 well as Symone Miller and Erica brough. “We want to go up from brough. this season.” visits the University Center on season she was named to the Hernandez.” average/below average to good Other hopefuls include junior Regarding the idea behind an Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. to face the Lady All-Southland Conference third During the off season Jones or great, and you have to push guards Julian Chiera and JaMi- event like this, Yarbrough said, Lions in their first home contest. team after leading the team with reinforced that they need to be- yourself very hard.” chael Hawkins, senior forward “These kinds of gathering are For more information on sports 10.9 points per game. come a team that “challenges Even though Yarbrough Antonnio Benton, senior guard great for the guys to do things visit lionsports.net. “She’s a senior, and she’s our opponents to have to take has yet to name a captain for Jeffery Ricard and freshman a little different, and it gets our Heart of the Lion Series called short, tied 2-2 BY TAMARA ALEXANDER have been staying pretty serious and in and out,” said Ryan Byers, think overall this World Series was Staff Reporter for the most part, and I wanted a freshman out/in fielder. a great series.” these guys to have a chance to Junior infielder Kevin Carr en- Byers agreed and feels his team The Heart of the Lion Series have a little fun on their own at the joyed celebrating Halloween with did a good job. came to an end on Oct. 31 due to same time give back to the com- his team, and for fans who showed “I think it turned out well. We inclement weather. Game four munity.” up they were treated to see their had competitiveness on both sides was played on Oct. 30 with the The Lions will have plenty of Lions run around in funny cos- [teams], and we just went at it Anchorman coming out with a headway this season with new and tumes. every day and competed. I think 6-5 win over the Grit, bringing the veteran talent. Cutura was named “We had a good time,” said it was a great world series,” said series to a tie, at 2-2. The Anchor- the Southland Conference and Carr. “We had some fans come Byers. men were able to come off on top Louisiana Freshman of the Year out, and some little kids came “When you look at the big with the pitchers junior Andro Cu- for 2012, and to the SLC Honor out for Halloween. We were all picture it turned out awesome. I tura and sophomore Mason Klotz. Roll for 2013. Klotz was named to dressed up in costumes, and we think both teams had a lot of en- The team came out to give a the Louisville Slugger All-Ameri- got to put on a little show by tak- ergy. I think it really helped our Halloween showdown for the fifth can team for 2013. ing some batting practice and hit in team actually come together as and last game of the Lion Series on The team did not take them- some costumes. I know Jameson one because I think we all figured Oct. 31, which was called in the selves too seriously as they took Fisher was in a Santa Clause outfit out what we need to do as far as third inning due to rain. The game the field for batting practice in out there hitting home runs, so that energy as far as competing and I was not completed. their Halloween costumes. was fun for the fans. I’m glad we think the fall World Series turned “It has been a long fall. It has “Yeah, it is Halloween so we can do that for them.” out great for us,” said Carr. been 45 days. This is day 45 to fin- wanted to spice things up a little Due to the rain the fifth game The Lions will start the season ish up the fall; the guys have been and bring Halloween to the pat, so for the Lion Series was canceled off away playing again Louisiana working hard and getting after it,” coach let us wear our Halloween because of field conditions. The Tech on Feb. 14. said head coach Matt Riser. “They costumes out for batting practice game will not be made up. Before Our season home opener will the rain wiped out the game, the be against Louisiana State Uni- STEAK DINNER IS FREE FOR Grit was in the lead (1-0) in the top versity at Pat Kenelly Diamond at YOUR B-DAY WHEN DINING IN of the third inning. Alumni Field on Feb. 19, at 6 p.m. WITH 4 OR MORE! (MUST SHOW VALID ID) “I think it went fantastic, a very “I think once it’s all set in stone 117 W.Thomas St. Hammond, LA 70401 competitive World Series. When and the final line are on the field (985)345 -9854 www.themarinersinn.com we picked the teams and looked at I think we got a chance to have a Sponsored By the rosters we knew it would have great club another championship been a competitive series as far as ball club,” said Riser. the talent level,” Riser said about Car expressed optimism in the the fall series. “I thought it was team and their ability to compete split pretty evenly. The guys did with top ranked teams. a good job. They came out they “I feel great. I think we have a fought hard every single day, you legitimate chance to compete with could see the competitiveness in the very best,” said Carr. “I mean last night’s game, [game 4], it got a when LSU comes I think we are The Lion’s Roar/Tamara Alexander little tight ,and the guys did a good going to give them a run for their Senior pitcher Matt Pittari (above) winds during the fifth and final game of job with the energy. Unfortunately money. I think that’s how good of the Lion Series for the season. we couldn’t get game five in, but I a team we have this year.” P AGE 8 N OVEMBER 5, 2013 N EWS T HE L ION ’ S R OAR Artigues talks Grambling, athletic budget cuts

BY JOHN BINDER Staff Reporter

After the Grambling State University controversy, where the university’s football team essentially revolted against athletic department budget cuts, questions arose through- out national media outlets as to whether state athletic depart- ments in whole could crumble from financial cuts. Newly named Athletic Di- rector Jay Artigues says the forfeiting of a game, as Gram- bling State’s football team did against Jackson State Univer- sity under the context that bus trips were too long and that there was lack of food while on the road, would never occur at Southeastern. AP Photo/The Shreveport Times, Douglas Collier & The Lion’s Roar / Chris Martin “Obviously, we can’t control Grambling State University President Frank Pogue (above left) makes a statement to the media Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, from the school’s administration building concerning the state of the school’s nan- what happens here at South- cial aairs and the demands of the football team following their return to practice. (AP Photo/The Shreveport Times, Douglas Collier). Director of Athletics at Southeastern Jay Artigues (above right) has eastern, but we would never reected on the situation at Grambling and believes that it would never occur on Southeastern’s Campus. forfeit,” said Artigues. “That would never happen. We’d million since the 2007-2008 This large of a shortfall in “We’ve done a good job of Artigues said during his ten- athletic facilities were poor. make every effort to make sure fiscal year. Southeastern, athletic department support raising those external funds, ure as head baseball coach, he While no Southeastern ath- that didn’t happen.” though, is no stranger to state has not seen the light of day at which are completely separate took the budget he was given letic team has protested against Artigues said he could not cuts with roughly $7.7 million Southeastern athletics. from the state, through dona- and made sure the lost funds the conditions of the universi- elaborate on the details of being cut from the university’s In fiscal year 2012-2013, the tions and fundraisers to help were made up in order to pro- ty’s facilities, Artigues said the how Grambling State man- budget just this fiscal year. university’s athletic department offset those cuts.” tect student athletes from bud- upgrading is a constant issue ages its finances, but a review But this is where similarities budgeted for approximately Artigues said he did not get cuts. every fiscal year. of Grambling’s budget and the between the universities stop. $7.7 million in revenues. At have an exact amount of how “I don’t want our student “It’s an ongoing battle. Fa- university’s confirms drastic According to athletic de- the end of that fiscal year, the much the athletic department athletes to ever feel budget cility-wise, it’s an arms race differences in the way funds partment budget details for the athletic department generated has garnered through outside cuts, and if we do our job as out there when you’re talking are managed. 2012-2013 fiscal year, Gram- $7.5 million, an only $200,000 sources, but he said the amount coaches and administrators about recruits,” said Artigues. For the 2012-2013 fiscal bling State’s Athletic Depart- shortfall. continues to grow. then our student athletes won’t “ESPN did a study on athletes year, Grambling State’s overall ment ran a deficit of between This small gap, according “I don’t have an exact per- feel those cuts,” said Artigues. and 80 percent of them picked budget was approximately $15 approximately $1.2 million and to Artigues, is mainly because centage, but every year it “That may mean that we need their college choice based on million. This is less than half of $1.8 million. the university’s athletic de- grows,” said Artigues. “Every to get out and raise more mon- facilities. And because of that, Southeastern’s overall budget Grambling State budgeted partment has looked to outside year that we get cut, we have ey, fundraising wise, and that’s we know we have to always try for the same fiscal year, which for revenue numbers to be at sources for revenue, making to make sure because you have what we have to do because it’s and continue to upgrade our fa- was approximately $37.2 mil- roughly $6.5 million, with up for the amounts lost in state a lot of fixed incomes in athlet- either that or making our pro- cilities.” lion. the football team generating budget cuts. ics with the travel and recruit- grams suffer. And we won’t let Artigues said the athletic As Sports Illustrated out- $2.4 million of that amount. “Because of that, we have to ing. So you have to make sure our programs suffer.” department is working on lines, overall state funding for However, the Grambling State find resources outside of state that you’re able to meet those But athletic facilities prove bringing restroom facilities and Grambling State, which is in athletic department’s actual funding, through the Lion’s needs. We stretch our dollar as to be an issue for all state uni- a scoreboard to the track and the same university system revenues totaled roughly $5.5 Athletics Association, through far as a dollar can be stretched. versity athletic programs. The field and also plans on making as Southeastern, has dropped million and the football team donations and that’s what I don’t think there is any ques- Grambling State football team upgrades to the softball field from $31.6 million to $13.8 only generated $1.3 million. we’ve done,” said Artigues. tion about that whatsoever.” claimed the conditions of their and bleachers. Energy CEO discusses Tuscaloosa BACCHUS, PEEPS promote healthy living on campus and a er graduation

Shale potential BY CLAIRE SALINAS will be asked to complete a excellent topic. Sometimes it is BY NICK BEJEAUX Staff Reporter certification test. Students easier to talk to peers about your Editor in Chief must attend the entire training problems than an adult. Training The Peer Educators Educat- and food and refreshments will individuals to be a non-judgment CEO of Tuscaloosa Ener- ing Peers at Southeastern will be be provided. listening ear can also save lives.” gy Services, Charlotte Batson hosting a mental health training PEEPS President Amanda Event coordinator and ad- was the keynote speaker at last on campus on Friday, Nov. 8 and Quinn, a senior social work ma- visor to PEEPS Annette New- week’s Hammond Chamber Saturday, Nov. 9. jor, said the training is particu- ton-Baldwin said the training luncheon, where she discussed PEEPS will be hosting the larly helpful for students who will teach students when to get the Tuscaloosa Marine Shale’s Certified Peer Education Train- lead organizations. involved. potential to restructure the local ing through their affiliate, Boost- “It can be very beneficial “The training comes from economy for years to come. ing Alcohol Consciousness Con- to students who are in leader- the premise that peer to peer in- The TMS is an oil and natural cerning the Health of University ship positions because with the tervention can be impactful and gas “play” that stretches from Students. A BACCHUS trainer knowledge they gain through our empowering,” said Baldwin. Louisiana’s border with Texas in from Colorado is set to lead the training, they can bring it back to “The training helps students to Beauregard and Vernon parishes sessions. their organizations and improve recognize when to intervene to the Pearl River, which forms “This event is intended to them,” said Quinn. “This train- and when to refer and how not the border with Mississippi. Ac- teach different approaches to ing will also be beneficial to to be a bystander when a fellow cording to Batson, the play is promote healthy living at South- students who are looking to go student has a problem. There are low in gas, but rich in oil and eastern Louisiana University into careers in the helping area also components on self-care for estimates that over seven billion and thereafter upon graduation,” because the knowledge provided leaders and program planning.” barrels of oil are waiting within. Past Regional BACCHUS rep- through this training will help The training is open to all stu- “I look at shale plays all over resentative, Veronica Wynn said. them become better helpers, and dents and majors. PEEPS mem- the country and all over the “This is an event to recruit mem- they will be able to use the infor- bers who are already certified world, but this region, in our own bers to serve as role models, ac- mation on a daily basis.” will be in attendance to answer backyard, holds potential that tivist and peer educators.” Wynn said the training is im- any questions that participants others do not,” she said. “The The training is sponsored by portant for students because of have. Students will be taught geography of this play makes it the Louisiana Highway Safety the stress school and work bring. how to refer students at risk to uniquely positioned to affect the Commission and will begin at “Having good mental health professionals. local and national economy.” noon and end around 8 p.m. The is important in the collegiate set- Students interested in taking Batson’s lecture took the au- training will resume the follow- ting because college life is full part in the training can call the dience through the history of ing day at 9 a.m. and end around of stress from classes and social University Counseling Center at oil in the United States, begin- 1 p.m. life,” said Wynn. “Focusing on 985-634-8100 or email Baldwin ning with the Arab Oil Embargo The Lion’s Roar / Nick BeJeaux Following training, students how to stay mentally fit is an at [email protected]. of 1972. During the years after CEO of Tuscaloosa Energy Services Charlotte Batson takes the podium during the the embargo, the U.S. peaked its Hammond Chamber Luncheon to discuss the impact that local energy sources oil production at around 10 mil- will have on the state and national economy. Batson said that the Tuscaloosa lion barrels of oil a day, which is Maritime Shale could help Louisiana become a major player in the oil industry. minute compared other produc- ers. After that peak, oil produc- countries,” said Batson. “The When drilling does begin tion in the U.S. per day was on most aggressive forecasts I’ve in earnest on the TMS, Batson a steady decline. However, in seen show the U.S. producing thinks local fuels costs will see a 2006 the decline was beginning around 10 to 13 million barrels drop in the short term. However, to reverse. a day by the year 2020.” demand will see prices return to “The total amount of barrels While the potential for Loui- about where they are now. In the produced in the United States siana to become a major player long term, exploiting the TMS in 2013 alone has jumped back in the oil market excites energy will increase the energy inde- up to seven and a half mil- companies, the shadow of the pendence of the U.S. and not all lion barrels a day,” said Bat- Deepwater Horizon spill in 2011 of it from oil son. “The forecasts show that hangs heavy in the air. However, “The U.S. met 89 percent of everything is changing on the Batson believes that drilling in it’s own energy needs for the ground so quickly that we just the TMS is completely safe. first half of 2013,” said Bat- can’t keep up.” “There’s always concerns, son. “This is from a variety of According to the forecasters but when people are made aware sources, not just oil or gas, but that Batson discussed, the U.S. of the large number wells that from solar and wind power. It’s will be producing over nine mil- are already in operation with lit- misleading to attribute all of lion barrels of oil in 2014. Bat- erally no damage to the air and that to oil, but I think just as a son said that by that time, major water their concerns basically broad brush that’s a very pow- production states like Texas and disappear,” she said. “Certainly erful number. I absolutely think North Dakota will nearly double there are lessons to be learned, it will go even farther.” their output. but I think the Deepwater Ho- The Tuscaloosa Marine Shale “Individual states in the Unit- rizon incident was more about Summit will be held Dec. 3-4 in ed States, even Louisiana, will the actions of individuals than the Center of the TMS in Baton be commensurate with OPEC the industry.” Rouge, La. T HE L ION ’ S R OAR N EWS N OVEMBER 5, 2013 P AGE 9 National Society of Leader- ship and Success shows ‘The Greatness is in You’ BY TAJA MORGAN the meeting as the members in- skills for my future.” Staff Reporter dulged in the information prior Members are required to at- to the specific broadcast. The tend broadcasts when being a In the Student Union Theater films are shown in an effort to part of the society. Once a mem- on Friday evening, The Nation- provide motivation and edu- ber, whomever shows the most al Society of Leadership and cation to society members on prestigious leadership skills in Success held one of their many leadership skills. The organiza- representing the organization in informal video broadcast and tion broadcasts three speakers a positive way can apply for the costume contests. Participants per academic semester. Marquette Presidential Award. and members were asked to “I enjoy the NSLS society After the broadcast, the dress according to their future because it offers so much such competition winners were an- profession. The theme of the as the broadcasts and SNT nounced for the costume com- broadcast was “The Greatness groups,” said senior Mallory petition. The winners were Pon- The Lion’s Roar / Taja Morgan is in You” and the speaker was Barber. “It gives you a great chatoula Junior High School Ponchatoula Middle School cheerleaders Hannah Bordelon, Kailie Robbins, Malayna Anzalone, Staci Livingston, Harleigh rap artist, Common. incentive on what you can do cheerleaders: Hannah Border- Miller and Courtney Smith were the contest winners. The National Society of to go after and achieve your lon, Kailie Robbins, Malayna Leadership and Success is a goals.” Anzalone, Staci Livingston, examples of poverty scenarios ers and others encourages dif- member, you must complete all leadership program which en- “Ever since I joined NSLS, Harleigh Miller and Courtney and the members showed great ferent individuals to join the the steps necessary to being a courages college students in I am being taught on how to Smith. interest in the topic. In the organization. Every society member. leadership development and be a great leader,” said senior Society members were in- video, he explained the trials member must pay $85 when In the future, the organiza- networking skills around the Sweta Patel. “The organization formed to be great no matter and tribulations he had to go joining, which will take care of tion looks forward to having world. is involved in offering its mem- what circumstances are thrown through before he stands where membership benefits, partner more members and enjoying Organization president, bers to be involved in many ac- at them. Video broadcast speak- he is today. discounts and lifetime member- other informal and educational Chelsea LeuFroy conducted tivities. I am learning valuable er, Common gave extraordinary The society members, lead- ship. In order to be an induced activities. studies, philosophy, film and Library classical studies,” said Kelsey. Sandy Hook Promise Speaker to discuss Gun Control “The 2013 e-book titles focus on Southern US Studies, and cide to take action and other people don’t? to consider and explore them in ways that receives are published by several differ- BY SARA STANLEY And when they decide to take action how help us to better understand it all.” ent university presses.” Staff Reporter do they go about that? People in our com- Each topic is thoroughly considered and There are countless titles donation of Lee Shull, co-founder of Sandy Hook munity, on our campus, see issues that they prepared for. The department is already available for students to peruse Promise, is the newest person to head the want to do something about, but they don’t planning next year’s event, which will mark and (with the exception of the Department of Sociology and Criminal know how, so here’s an opportunity to talk a decade of the series, and are also looking books donated by Duke Uni- e-books Justice’s Social Justice speaker series. to a man, who a year ago, never considered into the topic to be discussed in 2015. versity press) downloaded. Stu- On Wednesday, Nov. 6, Shull will be talking nationally about a topic.” The suggested audience for the 9th an- dents are also permitted to print BY EMILY STEPHEN educating people on gun control since he According to Hensley, Shull will also be nual series is high school age and above, chapters from the UPCC donat- Staff Reporter was particularly affected by the Newton, speaking in an urban sociology course and but is freely open to anyone in the public. ed books if they so desire. The Conn. Shooting. Shull lived just one block have lunch with the Sociology Student Or- According to David Burly, instructor of The Sims Memorial Library books can be accessed from all from Adam Lanza’s home, where he shot ganization, the Southeastern Sociological sociology and criminal justice, Shull will has recently acquired new e- mobile devices as well as com- his mother. Shull’s children were also stu- Association and graduate students in order discuss how the Sandy Hook Elementary book collections courtesy of the puters, both on campus or off. dents at Sandy Hook Elementary. to discuss national issues and community School shooting in Newtown, Conn. en- University Press Content Con- They can also be accessed by According to sociology instructor Re- organizing. couraged him and his community to do sortium (UPCC) and the Duke several people at once. becca Hensley, students, faculty, staff and The purpose of the Annual Social Jus- something pushing for stronger gun laws. University press. Sims Memorial Library’s di- the public are encouraged to attend this tice Speaker Series is to explore, under- “It just snowballed after that, and went Acquisitions librarian Paul rector Eric Johnson is pleased free, open discussion in order to become stand and find solutions for such national beyond what he thought it was going to Kelsey is in charge of selecting at these recent additions. He better informed and engaged in the com- issues. In the past, the series has covered be,” said Burly. Shull will also discuss and ordering the e-book collec- believes the new e-book collec- munity. topics on capital punishment, sexual orien- plans for better mental health care, more tions. tion will make the learning ex- “Some people go through devastating tation and bullying, immigration and now close-knit communities and his struggle to “Our Acquisitions Depart- perience at Southeastern more things, and just get depressed. Other peo- gun control. become an activist. ment meets the needs of stu- convenient for everyone. ple like Lee Shull and the others in Sandy “We’re not afraid, whatever the topics Students, faculty and staff can learn dents and faculty at Southeast- “It helps the students and Hook Promise go through something dev- are, we’re not trying to be comfortable,” more about Sandy Hook Promise and make ern by purchasing both high the faculty AND the library be- astating and decide to do something about said Hensley. “We’re trying to examine the the Sandy Hook Promise on www.sandy- quality print and electronic cause the books will be avail- it,” said Hensley. “Why do some people de- cutting edge issues in the United States and hookpromise.org. books,” said Kelsey. “In an ef- able 24 hours a day, seven days fort to expand our e-book hold- a week, not just when the li- ings, we began to evaluate dif- brary is physically open,” said Theta Phi Alpha to host Twister tournament ferent collections offered by Johnson. need help paying their chapter of people don’t want to do any- kid in everyone,” said Munn. “It various publishers and e-book Kelsey feels the library itself BY CLAIRE SALINAS dues. thing really athletic.” just raises money for Theta Phi providers.” will also reap the advantages of Staff Reporter The last two teams standing There is a minimum of eight Alpha so girls who need finan- The UPCC books will be the new e-books. Theta Phi Alpha is finding will receive a special challenge people required to form a team. cial help can still be as involved hosted by the Project Muse da- “The new e-book collections creative ways to make sure that when paint is poured onto their Both Greek and non-Greek stu- in the chapter as the girls who tabase, while the Duke Univer- will ultimately help the library all their members have the means mats in the last round. The win- dents are eligible to form teams. don’t need financial help,” said sity press books will be on the to fulfill its role to provide stu- to remain active, and enjoy their ners of the tournament will re- The cost is seven dollars per per- Munn. ebrary site. dents and faculty with current experience in the sorority. ceive T-shirts that read “Twister son to participate. The money Registration forms can be “The UPCC Project Muse and highly accessible research The ladies of Theta Phi Alpha Phi Alpha” on the front and will be used for participation in picked up from the Pennington 2012 e-books include over materials.” will be hosting a Twister tourna- “Champions” on the back. the tournament and pizza. Par- Center or a member of Theta Phi 1800 titles in a variety of sub- Those interested in reading ment at the Pennington Student Junior communication sci- ticipants also have the option of Alpha, and are due on Nov. 7. ject areas in the Humanities the newly donated e-books can Activity Center on Nov. 14 at 7 ences and disorders major and an purchasing T-shirts. Shelby Kays, junior, El- and Social Sciences, including find them on the Southeastern p.m. in the Pennington Center. organizer for the event Marissa “We wanted to do something ementary Education major said, history, literature, political sci- website under the library’s da- The proceeds will go toward Munn said, “We decided to do a light and fun that everyone can “Make a team and come out to ence and policy studies, global tabase section. members of the chapter who Twister tournament because a lot participate in that brings out the have fun, eat pizza and jam out.” ‘GMA’ co-host, others to get honorary degrees BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) receive an honorary doctor of the University of New Orleans. ing the honorary degree, KATC- — “Good Morning America” humanities on Dec. 14 from Three men will be honored TV reports he will be the com- co-host Robin Roberts and the Southeastern Louisiana Univer- Dec. 7 by the University of Lou- mencement speaker for ULL’s French ambassador to the Unit- sity, her alma mater. isiana at Monroe. They are: fall graduation ceremonies. ed States will be among those Francois Delattre, France’s -- Tex Kilpatrick, a business- “In the past, Louisiana and getting honorary doctorates in ambassador to the U.S. since man and vice president of the France have shared many things. December from schools in the 2011, will get an honorary doc- ULM Foundation. Having a French diplomat and University of Louisiana System. tor of Francophone studies Dec. -- George Luffey, a former peacemaker of Ambassador Del- The Times-Picayune reports 20 from the University of Loui- member of the state Board of latre’s stature wear the silks of the the presentations will be made siana at Lafayette. Regents, who, as ULM’s base- university underscores our com- during each school’s fall com- New Orleans real estate de- ball coach in 1964, led the team mon beliefs and desires,” said Dr. mencement. veloper Pres Kabacoff, who has to its first championship. Bradd Clark, interim provost and Roberts, the sister of New helped develop the New Orleans -- John McCarter, who found- vice president for Academic Af- Orleans television reporter/an- riverfront, will receive a doctor ed ULM’s geology department. fairs at Louisiana-Lafayette. chor Sally-Ann Roberts, will of humane letters Dec. 20 from In addition to Delattre receiv-

CHARVET two upcoming shows. productions. I’m excited about and next semester she will be continued from pg. 4 “Currently, we’re prepar- doing the make-up design for teaching Theater 337, which ing for our upcoming produc- ‘On the Verge’ in the spring. will explore the various areas Iguana” as part of the Ten- tions ‘An Evening of One The show requires some ex- of design, rendering and cos- nessee Williams New Orleans Acts’ opening this month, and citing special effect make-up tume crafts such as millinery Literary Festival in March. In ‘On the Verge’ in the spring,” challenges, such as a yeti and and leather-crafting. addition, she is working with said Charvet. “I’m mentoring a a mystic psychic.” Charvet’s latest work can Southeastern Theatre again on student designer for both these Students interested in learn- be seen in “An Evening of One ing more about costume design Acts” on Nov. 19 through 22 at and stage make-up are encour- 7:30 p.m. in the Vonnie Borden aged to take theater courses. Theatre and also in “The Maze This semester Charvet is teach- Runner” coming to theaters on ing a stage make-up course, Sept. 19, 2014.

SPOOKTACULAR joyed it. I think the kids had a continued from pg. 5 really good time. I really liked how they got the adults to par- all the contestants. The first ticipate on a very light hearted place winners were Baby Lep- way,” said Andino. rechaun Eva for ages 0-12 and Their next event will be on “the green guy” for ages 12 and Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Pot- older. They both won movie tle Auditorium with the Jazz passes, and others received Ensemble 1 featuring Clarence “poisonous” apples. Johnson. For more information “The costume contest was on events visit the Southeast- a really good idea, and I en- ern website. P AGE 10 N OVEMBER 5, 2013 N EWS T HE L ION ’ S R OAR

AROUND THE NATION FBI INVESTIGATING LAX AIRPORT SHOOTING

AP PHOTO/NICK UT lOS ANGeleS — As the Los Angeles International Air- shooting suspect, Paul Ciancia, port. He had an unexplained ha- lays sedated in a hospital, the tred for the agency and possible FBI tries to piece together what links to a conspiracy theory that motivated him to open fire at the fears a totalitarian, one-world crowded checkpoint, and specifi- government. By Justin Pritchard cally target only TSA officers at and Michael Blood. BRONCOS’ COACH IN NEED OF SURGERY Denver Broncos coach John The Lion’s Roar / Melanie Mann Fox needs heart surgery. A day Professor of marketing David Faucheux’s classes help students to realize their potential and de ne future goals. after Fox said he would be un- able to put off the operation until the season’s end, Houston BY MELANIE MANN force. I knew what I wanted to Texans coach Gary Kubiak col- Staff Reporter become… Sometimes you have lapses on the field, raising ques- Marketing to put your dreams on hold for tions about how much strain Students stepping into the of- financial reasons, but you never, the job entails and what teams fice of David Faucheux, market- ever lose that dream. You al- are doing to monitor coaches’ ing and public relations instruc- ways, in the back of your mind, health. By Tim Dalhberg. AP PHOTO/PATRIC SCHNEIDER tor, will notice walls adorned say ‘I’m going to make it some- with motivational posters, print- day.’” BILL PROPOSED TO END LGBT DISCRIMINATION out sheets marked with encour- instructor teaches Students respond well to aging messages and cards from Faucheux’s passion and en- WASHINGTON — Major gay Obama says “who you are and students showing appreciation thusiasm. In his year at South- rights legislation is ready to clear who you love should never be a for everything Faucheux has eastern, Faucheux has collected its first hurdle in the Senate as fireable offense.” But the bill’s taught them. One particularly dozens of emails from students Democrats and a handful of Re- prospects are dim in the House, striking item one may find in his passion, initiative thanking him for his encourage- publicans unite on a bill to pro- where Speaker John Boehner office is a binder labeled “The ment and invaluable teaching hibit workplace discrimination says it would lead to frivolous Book of Possibilities.” skills. against gay, bisexual and trans- lawsuits and undercut job cre- The Book of Possibilities is “I really like his class,” said gender people. President Barack ation. By Donna Cassat. a project that all of Faucheux’s Branden Summers, senior mar- students must complete which Faucheux helps students keting major who is currently is inspired by the movie “Last enrolled in Faucheux’s Market- AROUND THE WORLD Holiday” starring Queen Lati- ing 314 class. “The reason I like fah, in which the protagonist see their possibilities his class so much is because he ANTI-U.S. PROTESTS FLAIR UP IN TEHRAN owns a “Book of Possibilities” brings so much real world ex- “The first page is your bio is no ordinary class,” said Fau- other dream: to buy his parents perience in the classroom. With and vision statement,” said Fau- cheux. “My class is an experi- a house. him working at AT&T and dif- cheux. “[It lists] your qualities, ence filled with energy, passion “I actually hired a general ferent jobs before coming to what separates you from every- and enthusiasm. My class is an contractor to build a custom Southeastern, he’s got neces- one else, where you expect to be opportunity to not only learn home for them,” said Faucheux. sary experience that he’s able to 20 years from now, your vision the essentials of marketing and “It was a very rewarding and pass along to us.” for your future. For most col- public relations but also the es- emotional experience when Jennifer Jarreau, senior gen- lege students, they don’t know sentials to navigate your jour- they turned the key to their new eral studies major, chose to en- that answer. It takes a lot of soul ney in life.” home-- their first home that was roll in Faucheux’s Marketing searching.” Faucheux strongly encour- actually theirs.” 314 class after hearing positive Other features of The Book ages students to pursue their Though Faucheaux took comments from other students. of Possibilities include the stu- dreams and to develop an en- some detours to pursue his pas- “I love it,” said Jarreau. “It’s dent’s “bucket list,” a personal thusiasm for life. His two most sion, he stresses that he never by far my favorite class that I’ve story that motivates the student favored phrases are “Carpe lost sight of his dream and en- taken at Southeastern… [The AP PHOTO/EBRAHIM NOROOZI and things the student wants diem,” or “Seize the day,” and courages his students to show best thing he teaches in his class TeHRAN, Iran — Teh- side the former U.S. Embassy out of life. The purpose of this “Ancora impora,” or “I am still the same idealism in their lives. is] definitely just go after your ran’s biggest anti-U.S. dem- marks the anniversary of its project is to have a binder filled learning.” “There’s things that I wanted dreams and whatever you want onstration in years brings 1979 takeover, but also serves with one’s motivations and pas- Faucheux worked in market- to do in my life that, if I went to do. You can do it if you think chants of “Death to America!” as an unmistakable warning to sions to bring to job interviews ing at AT&T for 24 years, but he into the teaching profession, I that you can.” and cheers when the Stars Rouhani’s government against after graduating. This show of began working at Southeastern couldn’t do,” said Faucheux. “I Students interested in learn- and Stripes goes up in flames expanding dialogue with the initiative and creativity brings in the fall of 2012 to pursue his couldn’t build my mom and dad ing from Faucheux may enroll as hard-liners join in a show U.S. or offering the conces- a unique impression to potential true passion, which is teaching. a home, and mine too. I had to in his Marketing 303 and Mar- of resolve against President sions needed to settle the nu- employers. Faucheux put his passion on kind of put my dream on hold, keting 314 classes to grow both Hassan Rouhani’s outreach clear impasse with the West. “As you can tell, my class hold so that he could pursue an- but that was always a driving professionally and personally. to Washington. The rally out- By Ali Akbar Dareini. ISLAMIST RADICAL LEADER MISSING MISS SOUTHEASTERN major and Lionette, and third continued from pg. 1 runner up was Jasmine Tate, a BeIRUT — Before he became else is known about Abu Mo- junior communication major, head of an al-Qaida-linked hammad al-Golani, the man who Campus Activities Board, rec- Campus Life Editor of the Li- group that is one of the most leads the Nusra Front — includ- ognition at many Southeastern on’s Roar and founding presi- feared bands of radicals fight- ing where he is now or even if and community events and an dent of the Public Relations ing the Syrian regime, he was a he is still alive. By Zeina Karam all expense paid trip to Mon- Student Society of America. teacher of classical Arabic. Little and Qassim-Abdul-Zahra. roe, La. to compete in the Miss “There are just no words Louisiana Pageant. to explain my feelings: relief, First runner up was Erin pride, love, just everything The Lion’s Roar St. Pierre, a senior kinesiol- that I loved about Southeast- The Official Publication of the Students ogy major, followed by sec- ern ran through my head. It’s of Southeastern since 1937. ond runner up Hailee Weber, an amazing feeling,” said 1320 N Morrison Blvd a sophomore special education Gonzalez. 985-542-5555

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