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Artist Mariel Gates discusses her thoughts on the often used label of "starving artists" Jan. 27, 2017 in the LSU Art and Design Building.

Mastering the Craft: Student artists reflect on their majors and post-grad paths

By Raven Mouton March 27, 2017

From the stage to the studio to home offices, student artists are everywhere. Despite the common misconception that with pursuing art comes a struggling post-graduation life, they continue to work hard...

Festival-goers enjoy the outdoor atmosphere at the Bloom Music and Arts Festival at the Levee Plaza in downtown Baton Rouge on Saturday, March 18, 2017. 

REVIEW: Bloom Music and Arts Festival emanates Baton Rouge culture with successful first run

By Claire Bermudez | @claireebermudez March 21, 2017

Sitting on the levee facing the Mississippi riverfront downtown, it’s one of those beautiful days Baton Rouge sees just a few times a year, with clear skies and the sun at its peak. With a  snowball...

Jarvis Antwine and Kenzie Dunaway, two of the four organizers of the Bloom Music and Arts Festival, at the Levee Plaza downtown on March 12, 2017. 

Bloom Music and Arts Festival debuts in Baton Rouge, showcases local talent

By Lily LaGrange March 16, 2017

Music festival fans have the opportunity to stay home this weekend and support local artists through the newest Baton Rouge event to take center stage.   On Saturday, March 18 the first annual Bloom...

Photo courtesy of Sean Richardson, Ian Andrepont and Lily LaGrange.

RECAP: TEDxLSU speakers share ideas through the power of storytelling

By Dillon Lowe | d_lowe96 March 13, 2017

Teeming with innovation, motivation and entertainment, the fifth annual TEDxLSU event brought together 13 local speakers to the LSU Student Union Theatre in the name of sharing new ideas. The speakers,...

Michael McDowell playing the piano on Friday, March 10, 2017.

University alumnus reflects on his humble musical beginning now taking him to center stage

By Kate Roy | @k8roy March 10, 2017

With a twice-annual show lineup at The Shaw Center for the Arts and a new music composition degree, success seems to come easily to local pianist Michael McDowell. Over the span of a decade, the classical...

A model poses in designs from Richie Clark Clothing at Oneofakind Baton Rouge Fashion Week's The Big Night on Feb. 18, 2017.

Baton Rouge Fashion Week founder, participants reflect on the event’s community impact

By Raven Mouton - LEGACY Magazine February 24, 2017

In the yellow glow of the room, models, makeup artists and stylists buzz around Bin 77 Bistro and Sidebar during Oneofakind Baton Rouge Fashion Week’s “Media, Industry & VIP Kickoff Mixer...

Petroleum engineering sophomore Drew Knight attended the Louisiana March for Life Saturday, Jan. 21, in Baton Rouge.

For All Life, Life For All: University students attend pro-life marches in D.C. and Baton Rouge

By Jordan LaHaye | LEGACY Magazine February 6, 2017

On Friday, Jan. 27, for the 44th year in a row, hundreds of thousands of people flocked to the United States Capitol in Washington D.C. to stand up for the rights of the unborn. The first March for Life...

Members of the Krewe of Orion throw parade-goers beads Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014 in downtown Baton Rouge at the Krewe of Orion Mardi Gras Parade.

CALENDAR: Mardi Gras in Baton Rouge

By Tia Banerjee | LEGACY Magazine February 2, 2017

Can’t make it to New Orleans this Mardi Gras holiday? Here are some fun events happening around Baton Rouge during the month of February. Feb 11- Mardi Gras Mambo: This popular race takes place in...

Protesters march while holding a variety of signs Saturday, Jan. 21 during the New Orleans Women's March.

‘A Revolution of Love’: University students attend Women’s March in D.C.

By Jordan LaHaye | LEGACY Magazine January 26, 2017

On Saturday, Jan. 21, a sea of pink lined the streets of Washington D.C. Various signs referencing women’s, LGBTQ and immigrant rights among other political topics were held by protesters and later...

Healthy Living

LEGACY’s tips for living a healthier life in 2017

By Elizabeth Duggins - LEGACY Magazine January 18, 2017

Between maintaining academics, extracurriculars and a social life, leading a healthy life can tend to fall to the wayside for many college students. However, developing good habits, eating better and exercising...

Graphic design senior Chad Vasquez at The Exchange on Nov. 1, 2016. 

University students turn creative passions into personalized businesses

By Raven Mouton November 30, 2016

With the rise of social media and online shops, opportunities for showcasing artwork  are increasing  tenfold. Young artists are finding more outlets to sell their creations around the world...

Three's Company Relationships

Three’s Company: Among casual daters and committed couples LEGACY examines open relationships

By Elizabeth Duggins - LEGACY Magazine November 22, 2016

With so many differing views, interests and ideas among students on campus, it’s difficult to classify the “typical college relationship.” Whether it’s a casual hook-up or a long-term...