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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 9, 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...

Police officers spray teargas at protesters by the Crescent City Connection bridge in New Orleans, Wednesday, June 3, 2020, during a protest over the death of George Floyd, who died May 25 after being restrained by police in Minneapolis. (Sophia Germer/The Advocate via AP)

Report: Police to discuss tear gas use at New Orleans bridge protest

By The Associated Press June 4, 2020

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans police used tear gas during a late night protest on a Mississippi River bridge when protesters refused commands against trying to cross. Police Superintendent Shaun...

LSU Student Government office operates during normal hours in the LSU Student Union on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018.

LSU Student Senate passes resolutions addressing social injustices in the black community

By Anna Jones June 3, 2020

Student Senate addressed issues affecting black students and other minority groups on campus Wednesday evening. Legislative discussions began in a public webinar before a ‘zoom-bomber’ vocally...

LSU Student Government office operates during normal hours in the LSU Student Union on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018.

LSU Student Senate meeting interrupted by ‘zoom-bomber’ mocking George Floyd

By Reed Darcey and Anna Jones June 3, 2020

Student Government Senate planned to discuss resolutions denouncing recurring racial injustices and demonstrating support for the African and African American Studies program in a Wednesday webinar before...

After a new mural, center, of George Floyd is added to a growing memorial of tributes, Trevor Rodriquez sits alone at the spot where Floyd died while in police custody, Tuesday June 2, 2020, in Minneapolis, Minn. "I have been out every single night protesting peacefully, just trying to support everything," said Rodriquez. "I didn't want to come here just on a rush, so I had to just take a moment to pay my respect." (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews)

Report: 3 more cops to be charged in George Floyd’s death

By AMY FORLITI and STEVE KARNOWSKI June 3, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Prosecutors plan to charge a Minneapolis police officer accused of pressing his knee against George Floyd's neck with second-degree murder, and for the first time will level charges...

LSU's Interim President, Tom Galligan sits in his office on Monday, Feb. 3, 2020 during an interview at the University Administrations building on LSU's campus.

LSU Interim President Tom Galligan, Executive Vice President, Provost, Stacia Haynie address fall semester concerns

By Britney Forbes and Anna Jones June 2, 2020

LSU Interim President Tom Galligan and Executive Vice President and Provost Stacia Haynie met with the Reveille via Zoom to discuss how optimistic they are about the upcoming fall semester, despite its...