A recently unveiled plaza on campus provides a physical monument to and tells the story of Black Greek-lettered organizations. BY ALEIGH SANDERS Black Greek-lettered organizations are an indispensable component when reviewing America’s rich history. The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. (NPHC) is an umbrella organization for nine historically Black, international Greek-lettered fraternity and sorority organizations. These fraternities and sororities were once referred to as the “Divine … Continue reading Honoring National Pan-Hellenic Council Organizations

Southeastern faculty and staff regularly produce publications in nearly every imaginable genre and field. Here is a sampling of some of the recent book releases. An Inquiry into Analytic-Continental Metaphysics: Truth, Relevance, and MetaphysicsTowards a Critical Existentialism: Truth, Relevance, and PoliticsBY JEFFREY BELL Professor of Philosophy Jeffrey Bell recently published two books by Edinburgh University Press that delve deep into philosophical topics and demonstrate his … Continue reading Recent Publications

On April 27, 2023, the Board of Supervisors of the University of Louisiana System (ULS) selected William S. Wainwright as the 15th president of Southeastern. Wainwright takes the helm June 5, upon the retirement of President John L. Crain. Wainwright was chosen after an in-depth process spearheaded by ULS. This selection process included an on-campus visit for semifinalists to openly address questions from students, faculty … Continue reading William Wainwright Selected as Southeastern’s New President

Every fall semester, Southeastern honors its Golden Graduates, those who have reached their 50-year graduation anniversary. This past Dec. the University was proud to welcome its newest group, the class of ’72, to the Golden Grad family during a special reunion weekend. On Dec. 9, the day before Winter Commencement, 43 of these alumni enjoyed lunch and mingling with both old friends and new acquaintances. … Continue reading Celebrating Golden Grads

The Southeastern cheerleading squad won its second national championship, taking home the gold in the Open Coed Game Day competition at UCA/UDA College Nationals at the Walt Disney World Resort. The win marks the second time in three years the team has taken home the championship in the Open Coed Game Day, having previously earned a national title in 2021’s virtual competition. Southeastern spirit groups … Continue reading Cheerleading Squad Wins National Championship

Instructor of Industrial Technology Anthony Blakeney has been honored with the WEMCO Excellence Award as the top educator in the country. He was nominated for this honor by his peers. “For over two decades, Anthony has dedicated himself to teaching our students about welding technology. He has single handedly developed the welding program into one that is not just regionally recognized, but also nationally recognized,” … Continue reading Top Educator in the Nation Award Recipient

Assistant Professor of Creative Writing David Armand has been selected as the recipient of the 23rd annual Louisiana Writer Award by the Louisiana Center for the Book in the State Library. The award is given to a contemporary Louisiana author in recognition of an outstanding contribution to Louisiana’s literary and intellectual life exemplified by the writer’s body of work. “Professor Armand is a truly gifted … Continue reading Louisiana Writer Award Winner