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Middleton Library sits in the Quad on Friday, November 15, 2019.

Gov. John Bel Edwards supports LSU Middleton Library name change

By Reveille Staff Report June 11, 2020

Gov. John Bel Edwards released a statement this afternoon expressing his support for the name change of LSU's Troy H. Middleton Library.  The University announced Wednesday the library will be renamed,...

LSU sophomore wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) makes a catch for a touchdown during the Tigers 45-25 victory over Clemson in the Mercedes Benz Super Dome, on Monday, Jan. 13, 2020.

Chase, Stingley named to Walter Camp Preseason All-America Team

By Reed Darcey June 11, 2020

Ja’Marr Chase and Derek Stingley Jr. were named to the Walter Camp Preseason All-America Team on Thursday, the organization announced. Chase capped a record-setting 2019 season in a historically...

Middleton Library sits in the Quad on Friday, November 15, 2019.

LSU Administration, black student leaders to rename Troy H. Middleton Library, anticipating board approval

By Reveille Staff Report June 10, 2020

The University met with black student leaders on campus on Wednesday, June 10, to discuss racial injustice throughout campus, including renaming Troy H. Middleton Library.  Black students leaders...

In this May 11, 2014 photo provided by the International Crane Foundation, curator of birds Kim Boardman holds an endangered whooping crane, while senior aviculturist Marianne Wellington performs artificial insemination. The foundation is not using the technique this year because foundation officials feel it would go against COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. This is among reasons that far fewer young whooping cranes than usual will be released into the wiild this fall to help bring back the world's rarest crane. (International Crane Foundation via AP)

Report: Coronavirus means few young whooping cranes for fall release

By Janet McConnaughey June 10, 2020

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The COVID-19 pandemic is drastically reducing the number of young whooping cranes to be released this fall to help bring back the world's rarest cranes. Zoos and other places where...

A banner is taped over the inscription on the pedestal of the toppled statue of Edward Colston in Bristol, England, Monday, June 8, 2020. The toppling of the statue was greeted with joyous scenes, recognition of the fact that he was a notorious slave trader — a badge of shame in what is one of Britain’s most liberal cities. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

Report: London may remove statues as Floyd’s death sparks change

By Jill Lawless June 9, 2020

LONDON (AP) — London's mayor announced Tuesday that more statues of imperialist figures could be removed from Britain's streets after protesters knocked down the monument to a slave trader, as the...

Skai Jackson Drew Dollar Twitter post

LSU under fire for ‘disappointing’ statement regarding viral, racial slurs made by incoming, current students

By Brittney Forbes and Anna Jones June 9, 2020

In light of the country’s current racial divide, the University has recently faced backlash surrounding its statement regarding incoming freshmen Drew Dollar and sophomore Gavin Reynolds for using...

Kinnedy Smith was described by friends as “selfless,” “warm,” and “sincere.”

‘A bright light in the world’: Friends and family honor the life of LSU alumna killed in alleged domestic dispute

By Anna Jones June 8, 2020

An LSU alumna was found dead Saturday morning, June 6, after an alleged domestic dispute. Baton Rouge police officers said Kinnedy Smith, 21, had multiple stab wounds when she was found in her Jefferson...

Protesters hold up a "peace" sign on Sunday, May 31, 2020 during the protest over George Floyd's death in Galvez Plaza in Downtown Baton Rouge.

How to help advocate for the Black Lives Matter Movement at home, throughout Louisiana

By EnJanae' Taylor June 8, 2020

The Black Lives Matters Movement has come to the forefront of news and media, with millions all over the world coming together to demand rights for African Americans. Protests and marches are happening...

Protesters hold up their signs on Sunday, May 31, 2020 during the protest of the death of George Floyd at the State Capitol in Downtown Baton Rouge.

‘It’s almost a form of gaslighting’: Head of LSU AAAS dissatisfied by University diversity efforts

By Reed Darcey June 7, 2020

As LSU students gathered in the Quad to protest police brutality and stand in solidarity with the black community Wednesday evening, Stephen Finley sat at his home, awaiting a Zoom call. Finley, director...

Lightning flashes over the University Lake on Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018.

LSU Campus closed Monday due to Tropical Storm Cristobal

By Reveille Staff Report June 6, 2020

The University will be closed Monday, June 8, due to Tropical Storm Cristobal's possible severe weather. Online courses will commence as scheduled, and faculty and staff scheduled to be on campus should...

History sophomore Chandler Clegg showed his support by wearing all black and holding a sign which read “white supremacy is the virus".

‘We want justice’: LSU community vows to fight against racial inequality at peaceful demonstration

By Caitie Zeilman June 5, 2020

This story was written in conjunction with Tiger TV. Click here to watch TTV's coverage.  Members of the LSU community rallied together Wednesday evening for a demonstration of solidarity for the...

Pictures of the former Tri Delta and Tiger Girls member circulated Twitter on Wednesday as students called for disciplinary action. 

LSU sorority ‘has taken all actions’ to remove member after using racial slurs in viral video

By Anna Jones June 4, 2020

A University student was removed from her sorority after a Snapchat video allegedly showing her and two other young women using racial slurs circulated on social media. The video was originally posted...