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The Student News Site of Louisiana State University

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All content by Lara Nicholson
Editor-in-chief Lara Nicholson smiles while standing next to fellow editor graduates Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at LSU in Baton Rouge, La. 

Letter from the Editor: After four long years and a pandemic, the Class of 2022 finally graduates

By Lara Nicholson
May 20, 2022
Survivor Taylor Luke

An LSU alum recreated ‘Survivor’ in his backyard. Now, he’s hosted over 300 players in 12 years.

By Lara Nicholson
April 11, 2022
LSU Reveille newsstand sits Wednesday, March 9, 2022, in front of the Journalism Building on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, LA.

Letter from the Editor: Support student journalism, donate to our fundraiser this week

By Lara Nicholson
April 5, 2022
LSU president William F. Tate IV speaks at the Our Lady of the Lake and LCMC Health investment press conference Friday, Feb. 11, 2022, at the LSU Foundation Center for Philanthropy in Baton Rouge, La.

LSU receives $245 million investment from OLOL, LCMC Health for new building, research development

By Lara Nicholson
February 11, 2022
Roofing from the LSU School of Music sits on the ground Monday, Aug. 30, 2021, the day after Hurricane Ida hit South Louisiana, near a side entrance on Infirmary Road.

LSU campus sustains minimal damage after Hurricane Ida, stark difference from rest of state

By Lara Nicholson
August 31, 2021
Mike the Tiger relaxes in the shade Monday, August 23, 2021, after a hot day at Mike’s Habitat on 16 N Stadium Dr, Baton Rouge.

What is Mike the Tiger doing for Hurricane Ida? Staying inside, eating goat-milk popsicles

By Lara Nicholson
August 29, 2021
'A life-altering storm': Gov. John Bel Edwards warns public of Hurricane Ida

‘A life-altering storm’: Gov. John Bel Edwards warns public of Hurricane Ida

By Lara Nicholson
August 27, 2021
Caroline Schroeder

LSU sexual assault victims publicly identify themselves, call for resignations of Title IX officials

By Lara Nicholson
November 22, 2020
A graph showing the percentage of Residence Life students who have been tested for COVID-19 this semester. This graph does not include on-campus apartments or Cedar Hall.

Track heightened areas of COVID-19 risk on LSU’s campus here

By Lara Nicholson
November 6, 2020
Trump Virus Outbreak (copy)

Everything you need to know for the Nov. 3 election

By Lara Nicholson
October 28, 2020
Trump Virus Outbreak (copy)

Early voting in Louisiana: how and where to vote, what’s on the ballot and more

By Lara Nicholson
October 25, 2020
LSU wide receiver Jontre Kirklin jumps into a hedge after scoring a touchdown against Vanderbilt in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. LSU won 41-7. 

LSU vs. South Carolina: How to watch, stadium guidelines and more

By Lara Nicholson
October 23, 2020

A look into the archives: Reveille articles written by Dean Martin Johnson

By Lara Nicholson
October 5, 2020
LSU students sit six feet apart Friday, Sept. 4, 2020, in the LSU Library.

LSU reports erroneous total COVID-19 cases Monday, updates Wednesday to 1,015

By Lara Nicholson
October 1, 2020
Dean Martin Johnson

Manship School, Student Government announce Thursday vigil for Dean Martin Johnson

By Lara Nicholson
September 30, 2020
Manship School Dean Martin Johnson (right) and Associate Dean Josh Grimm (left) mask up in front of the Journalism Building. 

Students, faculty, alumni share the legacy of Manship Dean Martin Johnson on Twitter

By Lara Nicholson
September 30, 2020
LSU freshman cornerback Derek Stingley, Jr. (24) prepares for the next play on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, during the Tigers' 42-28 victory against the Gators in Tiger Stadium.

Derek Stingley Jr. hospitalized, officially out for Mississippi State game

By Lara Nicholson
September 26, 2020
LSU football freshman cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. (24) prepares for a play Monday, Jan. 13, 2020 during LSU's 42-25 win against Clemson at the National Championship in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

How to watch: LSU vs. Mizzou

By Lara Nicholson
September 26, 2020
LSU Students walk across the Quad on Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, at Louisiana State University.

LSU minority, LGBTQ faculty members report discomfort from colleagues, student comments

By Lara Nicholson
April 8, 2020
Desks in a classroom in the Huey P. Long Field House on February 5, 2020.

LSU students express disappointment, uncertainity of academic plans after summer abroad cancellations

By Lara Nicholson
March 11, 2020
In this Aug. 28, 2019, file photo, a man exhales while smoking an e-cigarette in Portland, Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty, File)

LSU researcher pursues research into harmful effects of e-cigarette use, receives FDA funding

By Lara Nicholson
March 1, 2020
Frank Morris standing outside of his shoe shop.

LSU Facility Services employee reveals father’s history as Ku Klux Klan member, accomplice in infamous murder

By Lara Nicholson
February 27, 2020
The Spectrum Center sits on Wednesday Feb. 12, 2020 in the Women's Center.

LGBTQ+ couples at LSU feel uncomfortable celebrating Valentine’s Day, often face backlash in public

By Lara Nicholson
February 14, 2020
The upstairs entrance to Himes Hall on Monday, Feb. 10, 2020 in LSU's Quad.

LSU Himes Testing Center creates anxiety-provoking environment for students, leads to lower test scores

By Lara Nicholson
February 12, 2020
LSU students travel across the Quad on Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, at Louisiana State University.

LSU minority students report higher levels of discrimination, safety concerns in campus survey

By Lara Nicholson
February 10, 2020
Professor Gros teaches abnormal psychology on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020, in Lockett Hall.

Practice what you teach: LSU professor provides therapy when not teaching abnormal psychology

By Lara Nicholson
February 6, 2020
Brother Jed Smock preaches on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016 in the Free Speach Alley

‘Just a show’: Controversial preacher Brother Jed Smock visits LSU, receives negative feedback from students

By Lara Nicholson
February 3, 2020
Six lakes surround LSU's Campus in Baton Rouge on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020.

LSU Lakes in desperate need of care; University, BRAF to begin dredging by January 2021

By Lara Nicholson
January 30, 2020
Graphic provided by Earlisha Whitfield.

Tiger Tradition: LSU alumna earns degree for every year Tigers win national championship

By Lara Nicholson
January 25, 2020
The crowd goes wild on Monday, January 13, 2020 after LSU's 42-25 win against Clemson at the National Championship in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

‘I certainly won’t be holding Saturday classes:’ LSU students, faculty unhappy about Saturday makeup days

By Lara Nicholson
January 22, 2020
LSU WRAPPED graphic shows the differences in tuition and fees between the 2009-2010 school year and now. Information provided by a report by the Office of Budgeting and Planning.

LSU Wrapped: Tuition increases by over $10,000 over last 10 years, contributes to student loan debt crisis

By Lara Nicholson
January 15, 2020
Tom Hawks, an Iowan retiree and navy veteran, stands up to ask a question to Cory Booker during his rally at Adam’s Street Espresso Cafe in Creston, Iowa on Jan. 1, 2020.

It’s anyone’s game in the 2020 Democratic presidential race; who are the fringe candidates?

By Lara Nicholson
January 6, 2020
Katie Corkern administering medical marijuana to her son Connor Corkern, who experiences up to 200 seizures per day.

Louisiana’s medical marijuana industry looking to expand acessibility in 2020 after setbacks, delays

By Lara Nicholson
January 2, 2020
Matthew Alexander Naquin

Trial for the negligent homicide of Max Gruver begins Tuesday

By Lara Nicholson
July 9, 2019
gotcha bike map

Baton Rouge bike-share program launches Monday with hubs on LSU campus

By Lara Nicholson
July 8, 2019
Matthew Alexander Naquin

Motion to dismiss indictment of Ex-LSU student for negligent homicide in Gruver hazing death failed, prosecutors allege obstruction of justice

By Lara Nicholson
June 28, 2019
City Slice is one of the multiple buildings that currently have no electricity. 

Widespread power outages occur near campus due to severe thunderstorms

By Lara Nicholson
June 28, 2019
LSU Board of Supervisors discuss 2020 fiscal year budget, distribution of $107 million in state appropriations

LSU Board of Supervisors discuss 2020 fiscal year budget, distribution of $107 million in state appropriations

By Lara Nicholson
June 28, 2019
Matthew Alexander Naquin

Ex-LSU student charged in Gruver hazing death wants indictment dismissed due to jury selection glitch

By Lara Nicholson
June 24, 2019
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Rising river levels cause flooding in School of Veterinary Medicine building

By Lara Nicholson
June 19, 2019
Flash floods occurred across Baton Rouge Thursday, flooding buildings, homes and streets both on and off campus. A National Weather Service flood warning said it is forecasted that the Mississippi River will rise close to 44 feet by June 17. At this level, parts of campus near the veterinary medicine building and stadium are likely to flood. 

Campus stays open June 6 despite severe flash flooding

By Lara Nicholson
June 11, 2019
The National Quantum Initiative Act passed on Dec. 13, 2018. and signed into law on Dec. 21, 2018. The law gives the U.S. a plan for advancing quantum technology, particularly quantum computing. 

LSU one of 20 groups to discuss quantum research with government officials

By Lara Nicholson
June 6, 2019
Ava Leavell Haymon and Cordell Haymon in a headshot.

LSU alumni donate $1.2 million to establish endowed music therapy chair

By Lara Nicholson
April 26, 2019
Activists gather at the State Library of Louisiana before marching on April 9.

With the Equal Rights Amendment one state away from being ratified, Louisiana residents march to the state capitol to raise awareness

By Lara Nicholson
April 9, 2019
LSU students vape around campus on Tuesday, April 24, 2018.

Students create anti-JUUL campaign to stop e-cigarette use on campus

By Lara Nicholson
April 4, 2019
(Pictured left to right) BCBS Foundation President Michael Tipton, Gotcha CEO Sean Flood, BR General CEO Edgardo Tenreiro and BR Community Manager Cokie Reed show off one of the Gotcha bikes coming to Baton Rouge in May.

500 rentable electric bikes coming to campus this May

By Lara Nicholson
March 19, 2019
LSU professor Jinx Broussard speaks at the panel Resistance in the Digital Age on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017, in the Holliday Forum of the Journalism Building.

Manship professor Jinx Broussard named teacher of the year

By Lara Nicholson
March 12, 2019
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LSU Women’s Center announces Esprit de Femme Student Leadership award winners

By Lara Nicholson
March 11, 2019
Journey to Wellness plays its digital animation at the Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, symbolizing the healing journey of cancer patients.

Professor supports cancer patients with art installation

By Lara Nicholson
March 11, 2019
Bailey Tinsley was named one of the top 15 advertising students in the nation by the American Advertising Federation.

LSU student named top 15 advertising student in the nation

By Lara Nicholson
March 1, 2019
Former LSU basketball player and alumni Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf speaks on his fight for religious civil rights throughout his career in the LSU Union Royal Cotillion Ballroom on Monday, Feb. 25, 2019.

Former LSU basketball player Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf reflects on career, anthem protest

By Lara Nicholson
February 26, 2019
Lyn Rollins is one of the 2019 Manship Hall of Fame inductees.

Manship School announces 2019 hall of fame inductees

By Lara Nicholson
February 21, 2019
Members of the LSU areils class perform a show on Friday, Feb. 1, 2019, in the Music and Dramatic Arts building.

LSU Aerial Silks showcases local art talent, Prof. Erickson gives insight

By Lara Nicholson
February 12, 2019
Student bikes are locked on to racks outside of the LSU Quad on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019.

Bike theft on LSU’s campus increases 60 percent since 2017

By Lara Nicholson
February 4, 2019