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Manship School Dean Kimberly Bissell works on her laptop on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023, inside her office in the Journalism Building on LSU's campus.

LSU’s Manship School won’t remove former deans’ obituaries amid DEI changes

By Jason Willis, Editor in Chief March 6, 2025

 The LSU Manship School of Mass Communication doesn’t plan to delete former deans Martin Johnson and Jerry Ceppos’ obituaries from its website, current dean Kim Bissell told the Reveille Wednesday. “I...

Courtesy of Erin Segura

LSU professor teaches, shares Louisiana French to create connections through language

By Maddie Pacelli, News Stringer March 6, 2025

Professor Erin Segura, a passionate advocate for the preservation of Louisiana French, has become a leader in efforts to revitalize the unique dialect at LSU. With deep roots in the cultural fabric of...

Trash lines the gutter of Bourbon Street, in the early hours of the morning after Mardi Gras, in New Orleans, Feb. 18, 2015.

Opinion: Mardi Gras beads are trashing Louisiana — here’s how we can fix it

By Andrew Sarhan, Opinion Columnist March 5, 2025

I was born and raised in Louisiana, and I’ve celebrated Mardi Gras my entire life. Despite it all, Mardi Gras is my favorite holiday, and my go-to suggestion for must-see events in Louisiana is Mardi...

Mardi Gras Float

Lenten-friendly restaurants to eat this Lent near LSU

By Laura Allen, Entertainment Reporter March 5, 2025

With Lent just one week away, it's nearly time for students who celebrate to begin observing all the Lenten traditions that come with the season. Though it can be quite difficult to find places that...

LSU baseball redshirt sophomore right-handed pitcher Chase Shores (34) pitches during LSU's 8-1 win against Purdue Fort Wayne on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, at Alex Box Stadium on Gourrier Avenue in Baton Rouge, La.

Why LSU baseball keeps stumbling on the season’s second weekend

By Alexandra Kling March 5, 2025

Over the past few years, LSU baseball has developed a trend of battling a second weekend loss. Losses are uncertain during the course of a season, but year after year, the first losses all connect back...

The Scoop: March events to check out on campus

The Scoop: March events to check out on campus

By Olivia Tomlinson, Managing Editor March 3, 2025

Wednesday, March 5 Mardi Gras break ends at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, March 6 Information Fair | Honors College Enjoy pizza while learning about all the course offerings for the Ogden Honors College...

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LSU researchers’ ‘PlantMe Beads’ offer a sustainable future for Mardi Gras

By Shelby Varga March 3, 2025

LSU researchers have developed biodegradable Mardi Gras beads filled with flowers in an effort to reduce waste and provide a sustainable future for Louisiana's beloved tradition. Biological sciences...

Winners of the award for outstanding performance by a cast in a motion picture for "Conclave," pose in the press room during the 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025.

Opinion: Why award shows are more than just glitz and glam

By Ava Francis, Opinion Columnist March 3, 2025

For those who know me outside of the pages of the Reveille, you know where I am during award season. I’m on my pink couch, phone in hand, ready to document my favorite moments during the show via my...

Music Monday: A classic New Orleans Mardi Gras playlist

By Olivia Tomlinson, Managing Editor March 3, 2025

Louisiana’s largest and most vibrant party is just around the corner. Mardi Gras is a celebration deeply rooted in the history and culture of Louisiana. With a plethora of combined sounds, Mardi Gras...

LSU baseball sophomore outfielder Josh Pearson (11) crosses his arms after running to third base Sunday, June 4, 2023, during LSU’s 6-5 win against Oregon State at Alex Box Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Takeaways from LSU baseball’s Frisco Classic title

By Brett Kemper March 3, 2025

The Tigers claimed the Frisco Classic title this weekend, going 3-0 in Texas. LSU beat Kansas State in extra innings, overcame a five run deficit against Nebraska and topped Sam Houston for a weekend...

“You can’t win in anything in sports turning the ball over,” Coach Mulkey speaks to media after loss

By Kynnedi Banks, Sports Reporter March 2, 2025

LSU Women’s Basketball dropped their second straight game in the Sunday loss to the Ole Miss Rebels during Senior Day. The Tigers have now dropped three of their last five games, and will move into...

Twibr graphic (use this one) This week in baton rouge

This week in BR: Mardi Gras, LSU sports and more

By Lexie Ware, Entertainment Reporter March 2, 2025

Monday, March 3 Krewe of Shenandoah Parade | 6610 Jones Creek Rd. The Krewe of Shenandoah is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing goodwill to Shenandoah with the celebration of Mardi Gras....