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Breaking Ground

Creating the Robin Roberts Broadcast Media Center By Tonya Lowentritt Good Morning America Co-Anchor Robin Roberts, then Gov. John Bel Edwards, representatives of Southeastern Louisiana University, and officials gathered together on a Thursday afternoon in November to celebrate the official groundbreaking for the construction of the Robin Roberts Broadcast Media Center and the $40 million renovation of D Vickers Hall. The Robin Roberts Broadcast Media … Continue reading Breaking Ground

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Building Epic

Alumnus Kyle Snyder is Helping Bring to Life One of the World’s Most Immersive Theme Parks By Sheri Gibson In 2025, one of the most revolutionary theme parks ever constructed will open its doors. It will also be the first new major theme park to open in Orlando, quite arguably the mecca for such attractions, since 1999. While many may dream of what it would be … Continue reading Building Epic

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Caring Doesn’t Take a Break

One Staff Member’s Unexpected Journey into Filling a Gap for International Students By Brock Sanders Josh Randall, the production manager at Southeastern’s Document Source Print and Mail Center, started the Fall 2023 semester with a surprise visit from a student asking about mail. The simple interaction between Randall and Imole Olugbola, a student from Nigeria studying music performance, opened the doors to a problem in … Continue reading Caring Doesn’t Take a Break

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Creating a Lasting Impact: Steven Cossé

By Aleigh Sanders Steven Cossé, a Southeastern alumnus, is undoubtedly leaving a lasting impact on his alma mater. His generosity has allowed for the creation of four First Generation Scholarships. Cossé graduated from Southeastern in 1969, earning a bachelor of arts degree. He later graduated from Loyola University in 1974, earning a juris doctorate. In 2012, Cosse’ was awarded the Outstanding Alumnus of the Year … Continue reading Creating a Lasting Impact: Steven Cossé

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Innovating for Tomorrow’s World and Today’s Students

The New Online M.S. in Computer Networking and Administration By Sheri Gibson and Tonya Lowentritt The demand for technology-related jobs is continuing to rapidly grow, as is the need for more flexible degree options, with no slowdown in sight. In response, Southeastern has launched a new master of science degree in computer networking and administration to proactively address this while also providing the best possible … Continue reading Innovating for Tomorrow’s World and Today’s Students

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First Purple Heart Four-Year University in Louisiana

Southeastern has been declared a Purple Heart School by the Military Order of the Purple Heart. Southeastern is the first four-year institution in the state to receive the designation, which honors the service and sacrifice of the nation’s men and women in uniform wounded or killed by the enemy while serving to protect the nation’s freedoms. Southeastern President William S. Wainwright said the university and … Continue reading First Purple Heart Four-Year University in Louisiana

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Partnering for a DirectConnect to Southeastern

Southeastern and Northshore Technical Community College signed a memorandum of understanding on January 18 that formalized and enhanced our ongoing partnership. Titled DirectConnect to Southeastern, the program is designed to enhance both the efficiency and effectiveness of students seeking post-secondary education in Southeast Louisiana, particularly in Tangipahoa, St. Tammany, Washington, St. Helena, and Livingston parishes. The partnership provides solutions to expanding college student access and … Continue reading Partnering for a DirectConnect to Southeastern

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Enhancing Computer Science Education Through LDOE Award

The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) has awarded a $1.67 million contract to Northshore Regional STEM Center, led by Southeastern in partnership with Northshore Technical Community College and LaSTEM. Appropriated by the Louisiana State Legislature, the funds have been used to develop and deliver 40 hours of computer science Praxis exam training through multiple cohorts to 1,000 sixth through twelfth grade teachers statewide. The project … Continue reading Enhancing Computer Science Education Through LDOE Award

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Launching the Louisiana Recovery Capital Conference

Southeastern’s LION UP Recovery recently held the first Louisiana Recovery Capital Conference. The inaugural conference focused on topics related to substance misuse, treatment, and recovery, as well as looked at sustainable collegiate recovery programming at institutions across Louisiana. The conference also included continuing education opportunities for counseling and other mental health professionals. Journalist and author Sam Quinones, author of The Least of Us: True Tales … Continue reading Launching the Louisiana Recovery Capital Conference

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Paving a Road to Success

Through bravery and determination, alumna Patricia Campbell was able to create a successful future for herself and her child. BY SHERI GIBSON During Hurricane Katrina, alumna Patricia Campbell’s house was engulfed in water, and her cherished Southeastern yearbooks were lost. Earlier this year she was presented with these pieces of memorabilia. As she carefully pored over the pages, taking them in, her recollections of life … Continue reading Paving a Road to Success

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