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A New Era of Leadership: President William S. Wainwright

BY SHERI GIBSON On April 27, 2023, within the neutral-colored stadium-like chamber of a state office building in downtown Baton Rouge, the next chapter in Southeastern’s epic story began. Dr. William S. Wainwright was officially named the University’s next president—the 15th in its long 98-year history. “When I found out that I was going to be the next president of Southeastern, my first reaction was … Continue reading A New Era of Leadership: President William S. Wainwright

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The Write Business: The Story of Cavalier House Books

Two Southeastern alumni have followed their joy to create a thriving business, while also bringing a love for reading to those around them. BY BROCK SANDERS In the heart of old Denham Springs resides a bookstore named after a couple who graduated from Southeastern and chose the community above everything—even books. John and Michelle Cavalier met through a mutual friend at a local bookstore before … Continue reading The Write Business: The Story of Cavalier House Books

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Taking a Bite Out of Life: Jonetta Kaiser

Ever since Jonetta Kaiser was a small child, she knew she wanted to be a professional actress. But in addition to this resolute determination, she embodied something else that would help reach this goal and much more: a diversity of interests and an unstoppable entrepreneurial spirit. BY SHERI GIBSON By the time she was 13, Jonetta Kaiser was designing Myspace pages for clients, creating websites, … Continue reading Taking a Bite Out of Life: Jonetta Kaiser

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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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Catching a Dream

A Southeastern alumnus with a love for football and a dream to make it in the big leagues takes an unforgettable journey from Strawberry Stadium to helping win the first NFL Monday Night Football game. BY CALMER DIGHTON On September 21, 1970, the Cleveland Browns played against the New York Jets, the champions of the previous year’s Super Bowl, in the first-ever televised Monday Night … Continue reading Catching a Dream

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Giving Back: Jeanne Brooks

In the darkest of times, one member of the Southeastern community was able to create a new light through giving to others. BY TONYA LOWENTRITT For Southeastern alumna Jeanne Brooks, the spring and summer of 2014 forever changed her life. In May she lost her husband of 30 years after two major heart attacks. Just nine weeks later, her son Jordan was tragically killed in … Continue reading Giving Back: Jeanne Brooks

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Expanding Opportunities for Student Success: The New College of Honors and Excellence

For the first time in decades, Southeastern has established a new college to further broaden students’ pathways to success. BY ALEIGH SANDERS Southeastern has a new college. Approved by the University of Louisiana System and Louisiana Board of Regents in March 2023, the new College of Honors and Excellence houses the University Honors Program and the Center for Student Excellence. Provost and Vice President for … Continue reading Expanding Opportunities for Student Success: The New College of Honors and Excellence

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Launching a New Accelerated Nursing Degree Program in St. Tammany Parish

In an effort to address the critical need for nurses in St. Tammany Parish, St. Tammany Health System and Southeastern’s School of Nursing have partnered to establish an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) degree program tailored specifically for Northshore residents. The Northshore-based program will be housed in two places—primarily at the St. Tammany Academic Center, strategically located near St. Tammany Health System’s flagship … Continue reading Launching a New Accelerated Nursing Degree Program in St. Tammany Parish

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Exciting New Changes for Campus Dining

After completing an extensive process, Aramark Educational Services, LLC has been awarded a contract for the management and operation of all dining and catering services for Southeastern. Aramark was chosen from among several other food service providers, and the new agreement will extend a long-existing business partnership between Aramark and Southeastern. “We are excited about the plans Aramark has committed to in this new food … Continue reading Exciting New Changes for Campus Dining

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Recipient of $1.5 Million Grant

Southeastern and Northshore Technical Community College each received a three-year, $1.5 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities initiative. Southeastern’s grant is to address the growing shortage of nurses and nurse educators in Louisiana, including increasing the number of nurses from underrepresented populations. “The Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities initiative is an essential element to strengthening local workforce … Continue reading Recipient of $1.5 Million Grant

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