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Award-winning poet Ronaldo Wilson adjusts his mask while reciting a poem during the 'From Lucy to Land, Mirinkai and Then' performance on Sept. 15, 2016, at the LSU Digital Media Center Theater.

Poet performs prose, expresses creative process to students

By Salimata Fall September 15, 2016

With his loafers to the side of the podium, poet, writer, dancer and performance artist Ronaldo Wilson addressed an intimate audience gathered in the LSU Digital Media Center Theater on Thursday night. While...

The Old State Capitol will be hosting the Spirits of Louisiana this October.

Old State Capitol’s Spirits of Louisiana event to replace annual haunted house

By Raykael Morris September 15, 2016

The Old State Capitol will host “Spirits of Louisiana” on Oct. 27, marking the 166-year-old building’s first Halloween-themed event since discontinuing its annual haunted house walk-through...

With Fall approaching, cafes prepare for customers craving Pumpkin Spice lattes.

Pumpkin spice latte season begins, different versions appear near campus

By Cynthea Corfah September 15, 2016

The fan favorite fall drink, the Pumpkin Spice Latte, has returned. Although most popular at Starbucks, the PSL has made its way to other cafes and restaurants nationwide. Here are the best PSL options...

Rapper alumnus gives financial literacy talk in Royal Cotillion Ballroom

Rapper alumnus gives financial literacy talk in Royal Cotillion Ballroom

By Jakeyla Chavis September 14, 2016

Taking a break from his first nationwide tour, rapper and University alumnus Dee-1 talked about financial literacy to students, faculty and community members in the Royal Cotillion Ballroom on Wednesday....

'Never Say or Do Anything the Person Standing in Front of You Cannot Understand' by Paul Dean hangs on Friday, Sept. 14, 2016 at the LSU Alfred C. Glassell Jr. Exhibition Gallery. This piece is a reassembled lenticular with jigsaw pieces.

School of Art faculty members follow “venerable” tradition, showcase artwork in exhibition

By Allie Cobb September 14, 2016

To help bridge a gap between professors and students, LSU School of Art faculty members will express themselves — just like their students — through art. The School of Art Faculty Exhibition...

The Burden Rural Life Museum, a part of the LSU Ag Center, offers a true look at colonial Louisiana life with replica buildings from that time period and walks visitors through what life what have been like at that time on Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2016 on Essen Lane.

Different Baton Rouge locations offer affordable entertainment opportunities

By Salimata Fall September 14, 2016

Even when you’re penny pinching, you can still have fun. These local venues are perfect for days when you want to enjoy the city without putting a dent in your wallet. Rock N Rowe For some musical...

LSU architecture freshman Gracie Jones reads a book with her life-sized "clone" she built on Sept. 12, 2016, in the Greek Amphitheater.

Architecture studio class displays life-sized clones with Shakespearean theme

By Salimata Fall September 13, 2016

Students strolling through the University’s campus may find life-sized replicas of some of their classmates, thanks to assistant professors Kris Palagi’s and Angeliki Sioli’s studio class....

J. Crew participated in New York Fashion Week on Sept. 8, 2016.

J. Crew fashion show uses realistic models, makes step in the right direction

By Allie Cobb September 13, 2016

When New York Fashion Week kicked off last Thursday, J.Crew’s Sunday presentation ushered in a sense of normalcy. Instead of professional models, the brand opted to use company employees and their...

LSU Nutrition and Sciences sophomore Marianna Morrison (20) as she sports an airy boho look on Sept. 9, 2016, with a wardrobe that highlights the turning of the seasons.

Autumn Apparel: Students use transitional pieces between summer and fall

September 13, 2016

The fall season officially begins Sept. 22, which means it’ll be time to break out your scarves, sweaters, leggings and boots. However, in Louisiana, fall weather may not appear until December. Some...

LSU graduate student Nam Vu on Sept. 12, 2016 in the Greek Amphitheater. His upcoming with his partner O’mar Finley's (who is not pictured) comedy show premiers on Sept. 19, 2016 on Government Street.

Students headline monthly comedy show

September 12, 2016

Two LSU students are helping the community recover from recent devastating events by encouraging people to laugh through the pain. Best friends Nam Vu and O’mar Finley have been doing comedy together...

Trendy jewelry on display for sale on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, at Frock Candy in Perkins Rowe.

Baton Rouge jewelry designers showcase gameday wares

September 12, 2016

As the second home game of the football season approaches, you can definitely count on local spots like Frock Candy and Kat Noel Designs for a host of gameday and essential jewelry pieces. The stores cater...

Solange Knowles performing in Manchester, England at The Ruby Lounge in late 2008.

Solange Knowles sheds light on race issues through live tweets at concert

By Allie Cobb September 11, 2016

Louisiana resident Solange Knowles shed light on life in black America in a series of tweets posted Friday. She began her Twitter rant by tweeting: “let me tell you about why black girls/women are...