Southeastern plans MLK remembrance program Jan. 22
Southeastern will celebrate the legacy of the late Civil Rights leader Martin Luther
King, Jr. with a remembrance program tonight at 6 p.m.
Open to the public, the event is sponsored annually by the Kappa Nu Chapter of
Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity and the Office of Multicultural and International Student
Affairs and will begin at the War Memorial Student Union mall with a wreath laying
in King's memory.
"As we live his dream daily, we will never forget the sacrifice he gave so that
we can all be equally American," said Kris Johnson, president of Kappa Nu Chapter
of Alpha Phi Alpha.
Shortly after the laying of the wreath, a special program will begin in the Student
Union Theatre, with the Reverend Jonathan C. Augustine, left, serving as guest speaker.
"Rev. Augustine is a bi-vocational minister and social justice advocate," said
Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs Eric Summers. "He blends the sacred
and secular in human empowerment through education advocacy, published scholarship,
and preaching the social gospel."
Augustine is the senior pastor of St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church
in Hammond. He is Louisiana's director of development and legal affairs for Charter
Schools USA, and is an adjunct professor at Southern University Law Center. He previously
served in the administration of Gov. Bobby Jindal as executive counsel of Louisiana
Workforce Commission and in elected office as vice president of the East Baton Rouge
Parish School Board.
For additional information, contact Southeastern's Office of Multicultural and
International Student Affairs at 549-3850.
Columbia Theatre to present Ricky Nelson Remembered
Southeastern's Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts will present Ricky Nelson
Remembered, a unique multi-media entertainment event featuring the live music of the
singer's hit songs, on Thursday, Jan. 24.
Scheduled at 7:30 p.m. in the downtown Hammond Theatre, the presentation will
feature such hits as "Hello Mary Lou," "Travelin' Man," and "Garden Party," performed
by Nelson's twin sons Matthew and Gunnar. The program includes never before seen big
screen video footage of the Nelson family with interviews from celebrities influenced
by Nelson.
With their rock band Nelson, Matthew and Gunnar have five Top 40 Billboard hits,
four No.1 MTV videos, and have sold over 6.5 million albums worldwide.
"This show appeals to a wide audience and multiple generations and celebrates
the life of America's original 'Teen Idol'," said Interim Columbia Theatre Director
C. Roy Blackwood. "This year marks the 28th anniversary of Ricky Nelson's passing
in a tragic New Year's Eve plane crash."
Tickets for Ricky Nelson Remembered range from $28 - $36 and are available at
the Columbia Theatre box office on Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. or
by phone at 543-4371. Patrons may also get tickets online at www.columbiatheatre.org.
All faculty, retired faculty or staff with ID may purchase one ticket for Ricky
Nelson Remembered and receive one ticket at half price. Both tickets must be purchased
in the same transaction at the Columbia box office. Contact the box office at 543-4371
for more information.
Southeastern's Turtle Cove collecting Christmas trees for wetlands restoration
Southeastern will continue to utilize used Christmas trees this year in wetlands restoration
efforts.
The university's Turtle Cove Environmental Research Station, located on Pass
Manchac between lakes Pontchartrain and Maurepas, will use discarded trees to help
build up marshland, particularly the area on Jones Island in Lake Maurepas.
Turtle Cove Director Rob Moreau said the state has discontinued funding for the
marsh restoration program, but he intends to use donated resources and assistance
from the City of Hammond and private companies to continue the Tangipahoa Parish Christmas
tree program.
Moreau said the Lowe's home improvement store in Hammond will again donate any
unsold Christmas trees to the project as well True Value Hardware of Hammond.
In addition, trees will be collected through the end of January at two area locations:
the City of Hammond maintenance facility located at 18104 Hwy. 190 East next to the
Piggly Wiggly Supermarket and at Middendorf's Restaurant on Hwy. 51 in Manchac.
Moreau asks that trees be stripped of any ornaments, lights, tinsel or flocking.
The trees will be placed on the shoreline in the marsh to help reduce coastal erosion
by limiting the impact of waves and helping to collect sediment in subsiding marsh
areas.
"We'll continue to concentrate our work in the Jones Island area on Lake Maurepas,"
said Moreau, an instructor of biological sciences at Southeastern. "This program,
which goes back about 15 years, has been effective in reducing coastal erosion, and
we don't want to see it discontinued."
Moreau's class in Environmental Awareness will assist in the deployment of the
trees during the spring semester.
Additional information can be obtained by contacting Moreau at rmoreau@southeastern.edu. Donations to help support the activity should be sent by check payable to "Friends
of Turtle Cove" and mailed to Southeastern Box 10585, Hammond, LA 70402.
Southeastern Channel honored with Emmy
Southeastern's educational access television channel has been recognized with another
regional Emmy Award.
A series of promotional spots for the Southeastern Channel-produced "Strength,
Endurance, Tradition" image campaign won the prestigious award in the "Commercial"
category. Channel operations manager Steve Zaffuto produced, directed, videotaped
and edited the commercials.
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences made the award after reviewing
nominations from entries submitted by television stations and production companies
in the Suncoast Region, which includes Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi
and Puerto Rico.
The Southeastern Channel has now won eight Emmys and received 31 Emmy nominations
for both professional and student productions in its 10-year history and is the only
college television station in Louisiana to have won the award.
"The Emmy is the most prestigious and sought after award in television; it means
you're producing at the highest level," said station General Manager Rick Settoon.
"It's a terrific honor to again receive such acclaim for a university television station
that operates among large commercial and public television stations and production
companies."
The spots promote academic areas such as physics, education, communication, nursing,
digital arts and theater. They can be seen on Southeastern's "Hotspots" page at https://www.southeastern.edu/resources/hotspots/.
Elements of the spots include faculty and student interviews, along with footage
used in the recruiting video "Strength, Endurance, Tradition" produced by Settoon
and Zaffuto.
The channel has won more than 150 national and international awards in the last
10 years. It has been named "Best College Television Station in the South," and its
student programs have been selected as among the top three in the nation.
UNIVERSITY TELEVISION STATION HONORED – General Manager Rick Settoon, right, and Operations Manager Steve Zaffuto display the regional Emmy Award won by the Southeastern Channel.
Division of Extended Studies to host open house to introduce new non-credit course
offerings
Southeastern's Division of Extended Studies invites members of the community to an
open house Wednesday, Jan. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. to present information on two new
non-credit offerings for the film industry.
"Introduction to Videography" and "Basic Video Editing: An Introduction to Post-Production
Film" will be available next spring for high school students and adults interested
in the growing film industry.
The open house will be hosted by instructors Sharon Edwards, an independent filmmaker,
and Jamie Bass, a telecourse producer at the Southeastern Channel, at Southeastern's
St. Tammany Center, located at 21454 Koop Drive in Mandeville. Film enthusiasts can
find out more about each class and learn about software and hardware that will be
used in the training. The instructors will discuss how the classes will work together
to give hands-on experience in production and post-production film.
Introduction to Videography will introduce students to the process of recording
moving images with video cameras and the principles of effective lighting techniques,
Bass said. The course will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays, Feb. 25 through March
6, from 6 to 9 p.m.
"Students will learn the fundamentals of composing shots and how to properly
light the subject to achieve different effects," Bass said. "Students will also learn
basic camera functions, basic audio principals and how to prepare video for post-production.
Cameras will be provided and students also can bring their own camera or DSLR to shoot
video."
Edwards will offer two sessions of Basic Video Editing. Taught on Tuesdays and
Thursdays from March 12 through March 21, students will have the option to take the
course from either 2 to 5 p.m. or 6 to 9 p.m.
"The introduction to post-production film editing course will provide students
the opportunity to learn how to import video, create a workflow, use editing techniques,
transitions and effects, create titles, and turn the edited video into files for viewing
on computers and TV," Edwards said.
Edwards is the Digital Arts Program coordinator for the Olde Towne Arts Center
and director of the Pontchartrain Film Festival.
"This hands-on course will teach the basic film editing skills you need to get
professional results from any footage," she said.
Both courses will be held at the St. Tammany Center at a cost of $150 each. For on-line
registration or to find out more about these or other Extended Studies courses, visit
www.southeastern.edu/es or call Extended Studies in Hammond at (985) 549-2301 or Mandeville at (985) 893-6251.
Southeastern author pens second novel
Southeastern English Instructor David Armand has written his second novel, Harlow, to be published next year by the Texas Review Press.
Harlow tells the story of 18-year-old Leslie Somers, who trudges through Louisiana in search
of his father, a man he has never met. As he makes his way through the backwoods,
his thoughts turn to other men in his life: those who taught him the skills of hunting
and fishing and others who mistreated him.
Somers anticipates and hopes his father, Harlow, will be better than the other
men. When the two finally meet, Harlow is not the man Somers expected. Ultimately
the two end up on a crash course toward destruction, crime and twisted relationships
that leaves one of them dead and the other a hardly recognizable version of his former
self.
Armand's first novel, The Pugilist's Wife, was also published by Texas Review Press, a member of the Texas A&M University Press
Consortium. That work was recognized by the publisher with the George Garrett Fiction
Prize, named after the late poet laureate of Virginia.
A native of Folsom and resident of Hammond, Armand also serves as assistant editor
of "Louisiana Literature," the university's nationally recognized literary journal.
He received both his undergraduate and graduate degrees in English from Southeastern.
Southeastern updating alumni information
The Southeastern Alumni Association is updating its alumni directory and is asking
all graduates of the institution to participate.
"All living alumni in our database will be receiving a postcard asking them to
participate and verify their information," said Association Director Kathy Pittman.
"If any graduate doesn't receive a postcard, we're asking them to contact the association
and provide us with their basic information or to our publisher, Harris Connect Publishing
Co. at 800-310-2604.
"We have exciting programs planned and membership benefits that our alumni can
participate in and enjoy," she added.
For more information, contact the Alumni Association at 549-2150.
AT&T contributes to Southeastern's Completer Scholarship program
AT&T has contributed $43,000 to support a major initiative at Southeastern that will
provide scholarship aid to students who are on track to graduate but may be unable
to finish their studies without financial assistance.
The university's new Completer Scholarship fund is intended to provide support
for students within one year of graduation.
"It is an honor to support Southeastern and the work they are doing to promote
higher education," said Rick Demint, regional director of AT&T Louisiana in presenting
the funds to the university. "By educating today's students and helping them prepare
for the future, we can ensure the future workforce of our company, and our country
will be stocked with qualified employees who have the 21st century skills that American
businesses need to remain competitive in the digital global economy."
Crain said the initiative will help address the needs of students who are trying
to complete their degrees.
"We know there are increasing numbers of students who are working several jobs
while they try to complete their university education," Crain said. "This scholarship
will help qualified students who are making strong academic progress to complete their
degrees and become a vital part of our workforce."
Over 80 percent of Southeastern students receive some form of financial aid.
After four years or eight semesters, those students lose their eligibility for TOPS
and scholarships offered through the Southeastern Foundation. This initiative is designed
to address needs once those four years are complete.
For more information on the initiative, contact the Southeastern Advancement
Office at 549-2239.
HELPING STUDENTS FINISH – AT&T presented a $43,000 check to the Southeastern Foundation to support the Completer Scholarship program, an initiative designed to help fifth and sixth year students graduate. Present were, from left, Vice President for University Advancement Wendy Lauderdale, President John L. Crain, AT&T Louisiana Regional Director Rick Demint, and Southeastern Director of Corporate Development Lynn Horgan.
Campus Dining to offer Faculty and Staff Discount program
Campus Dining is offering a special discount for all faculty and staff. Discounts
available are:
Purchase $50 in Cub Cash and receive an extra $5 bonus
Purchase $100 in Cub Cash and receive an extra $15 bonus
Purchase $150 in Cub Cash and receive an extra $25 bonus
All purchases made with Cub Cash are tax free.
Individuals can save over $85 per semester with a meal plan. Meal plans can be purchased on line at www.southeastern.edu/campusdish or by contacting Campus Dining at 549-2286 or dining@southeastern.edu.
Retired Washington Parish teacher is Southeastern's oldest grad
With the Southeastern Alumni Association celebrating its 85th anniversary late last
year, officials with the organization thought it was appropriate to seek and find
the institution's oldest living grad.
The call went out via various communications and in the news media. That's when
102-year-old Vivian Richardson, from the small town of Enon in Washington Parish,
came to the association's attention.
When Vivian Richardson graduated from Southeastern and began her teaching career,
FDR was in his first term as president, The Green Hornet radio show had just debuted
and construction had been recently completed on Hoover Dam. It was 1936, and America
was in the midst of the Great Depression.
"From all the responses we received, Vivian Richardson apparently is the oldest
living graduate of Southeastern," said Kathy Pittman, Alumni Association Director.
"We proudly made that announcement during our Homecoming celebration."
For Richardson, it was a big change to leave home to attend what was then Southeastern
Louisiana College, which had only opened its doors 11 years earlier. The campus was
far different than today, with just a few buildings and no residence halls. Richardson
and her cousin Iris, from outside Bogalusa, shared a room in a boarding house downtown.
"Papa went with us to Hammond and found a house for us to live in near the train
depot," recalls Richardson. "It was about three blocks from school, and we walked
back and forth each day to classes."
Those classes were with some of Southeastern's faculty legends, who now have
buildings on campus named in their memory: D Vickers, R. Thomas Pursley, Ralph Pottle
and Leon Clark, who directed the teacher education program.
After completing a two-year degree, Richardson taught for 33 years, helping to
educate several generations of second graders in Enon and Franklinton. In 1956, she
returned to Southeastern to complete her bachelor's degree, when that became required
for teachers.
Richardson credits her education at Southeastern for helping to prepare her for
such a long and successful career.
"I reckon I was well prepared to teach," she said. "I wasn't scared of teaching.
I always loved it, and I loved the children."
Southeastern and teaching are both traditions in Richardson's family. Three of
her four siblings also attended Southeastern, including her younger sister Maxine,
as well as Maxine's daughter, Pam Penny, who taught English and Spanish at Franklinton
High School for many years. Penny notes that one of her outstanding English students
was a teenager named John Crain, another alumnus of Southeastern and now its president.
"Southeastern is responsible for educating most of Washington Parish," said Penny.
"I don't know where people would go to school if we didn't have Southeastern."
When she wasn't teaching, Richardson's home was always filled with family, even
though she and her husband did not have children. In her retirement, Penny and the
other nieces and nephews visit her regularly, as they did as children.
She was always busy, Penny said of her aunt, serving as an active member of Enon
Baptist Church, sewing, cooking and tending her huge vegetable and flower gardens.
"Aunt Vivian was an amazing cook," said Penny. "Over the years, she's cooked hundreds
and hundreds of meals for the family."
The Alumni Association is currently reaching out to all living Southeastern graduates
in an effort to update its records and to publish a new directory. Graduates can update
their information for the directory by calling the association at 1-800-SLU-ALUM.
OLDEST ALUM OF SOUTHEASTERN RECOGNIZED -- Vivian Richardson, a 102-year-old native of Enon, La., looks through one of the year books of her college years at Southeastern Louisiana University, where she graduated in 1936. Richardson is considered the university's oldest living graduate.
Student Technology Center announcement
In an ongoing effort to improve technology services, Southeastern is proud to announce the grand opening of a Student Technology Center located in Fayard Hall, room 126 and 129. This center, with funding from student technology fees, will offer expanded seating and enhanced productivity services including two computer labs, color printing capabilities, 24/7 student help desk phone support, training classes, and the newly-named Mane Media (previously Equipment Checkout). The new student center will replace the lab previously located in Tinsley Hall, room 101.
Computer Lab Hours (Fayard 126, 549-2861)
Fall and Spring Regular Sessions: 7 days a week 6 a.m.-12 a.m.
Summer, Inner-sessions, and holidays: university business hours
Student Help Desk Hours (549-2700, studenthelpdesk@southeastern.edu)
Fall and Spring Regular Sessions: 7 days a week; 24 hrs a day.
Summer, Inner-sessions, and holidays: university business hours
All Other Services (Fayard 129, 549-2165)
University business hours.
The Student Technology Center is closed during all official university closures.
For a more detailed explanation regarding the Student Technology Center, visit
www.southeastern.edu/admin/cm/sps/.
Guitar master teaches at Southeastern
World renowned Grammy-winning classical guitarist Pepe Romero gave a masterclass for
Southeastern guitarists on Jan. 6 at Pottle Recital Hall. The performers included:
Hristo Balev of Bulgaria, Shane Zeringue of Baton Rouge, Chris Devall of Baton Rouge,
David Bryan of Hammond, and violinist Constanta Lungu of Bulgaria.
"This was a rare and valuable opportunity for Southeastern students and the guitar
community to interact with such an accomplished artist," said Patrick Kerber, instructor
and coordinator of guitar activities. "Maestro Romero was very impressed with all
of the performers."
The musicians performed for Maestro Romero, as well as a very focused audience.
The performers were treated to expert constructive criticism and advice, which yielded
immediate results, the most striking results coming when Bryan literally was brought
to tears performing a very emotional piece, "Septiembre" by Leo Brouwer. Bryan was
visibly moved saying simply, "That never happened to me before – I didn't think it
was possible."
"Maestro Romero took advantage of the musicians' advanced technical abilities
to focus on bringing out the 'heart and soul' of the music as dedicated performers,"
Kerber added. "He communicated a rare and unique passion for his guitar and directed
the students to the avenue to personal happiness that a life in music provides for
serious students of music. I can honestly say that my teacher taught me in this manner
many years ago, and I was very proud that my, that is, Southeastern's students responded
so well."
After the first performer, Zeringue finished his piece, Tarrega's, "Tango," Maria
Maestro Romero stated, "Well, this is great. Your technique is so good that I don't
have to go into all the little details of guitar playing that I usually have to when
I teach such classes around the world. Let's skip all the technical stuff and play
music!"
This approach was repeated for all of the students prompting Romero to say, "You
have a wonderful teacher here at Southeastern. I am so proud of Pat, and I know that
my father would be as well, as all of you have accomplished so much in your pursuit
of making the dream of achieving joy in your life through playing your guitar a reality.
"
The masterclass was made possible by the generous sponsorship of Tom and Julie
Druen of Mandeville, Silvia Morales of Baton Rouge, Robert Scott of Baton Rouge, and
Terry Wilde of Ponchatoula.
Above: Pictured at the masterclass are, from left, Shane Zeringue, Patrick Kerber, Hristo Balev, Constanta Lungu, Pepe Romero, Chris Devall, and David Bryan .
Southeastern to offer Bookkeeping Certificate Program
Southeastern's Division of Extended Studies will offer a new Bookkeeping Certificate
Program beginning this spring.
Three courses comprise the program, which uses QuickBooks 2012 software.
Bookkeeping Level 1: QuickBooks 2012 is designed as an introductory course that
will cover basic accounting terms, the set-up of a cash basis business in QuickBooks,
financial report processing and basic payroll entry and terminology. Taught by Deborah
Anderson, the course will be held on Tuesdays Feb. 19 through March 12 from 5:30 –
8:30 p.m. at the Livingston Parish Literacy and Technology Center in Walker, 9261
Florida Boulevard. The cost is $375, which includes the textbook.
The workforce development course, when combined with Bookkeeping Level II: QuickBooks
2012 and Bookkeeping: QuickBooks Intuit Certified User Test Review will lead to a
well-rounded certificate in bookkeeping. Each course will also be eligible for continuing
education units (CEUs).
"Developing bookkeeping skills using industry standard software is a gateway
to a finance career in any industry," said Anderson. "Learning bookkeeping skills
may also add value to your current position."
Anderson is a graduate of Southeastern with a bachelor of arts degree in marketing
and a bachelor of science in accounting. She holds the Intuit QuickBooks Certified
User certification, which allows her to teach students the inner working of the QuickBooks
Accounting program and prepare them to take the certified Users Certification test.
Bookkeeping, accounting and auditing occupations hold a four star rating in Louisiana
and are considered a level one demand occupation according to the Louisiana Workforce
Commission.
For on-line registration or to find out more about these or other Extended Studies
courses, visit www.southeastern.edu/es or call Extended Studies in Hammond at 985-549-2301 or Walker at 225-665-3303.
Discounted Chefs Evening ticket prices for Southeastern faculty and staff
Tickets are now on sale for Chefs Evening 2013. This year's event is scheduled for Sunday, March 3, from 5:30 - 8 p.m. at the Pennington Student Activity Center. As a special thanks to our faculty and staff, the Southeastern Foundation is offering discounted tickets to attend this spectacular event! Please note that only two tickets per faculty/staff member, and one reserved table will be sold at the discounted prices. This special offer is for faculty/ staff and their immediate family only to encourage your participation. This event benefits our academic colleges and provides funding that is extremely important during these challenging times.
Prices are as follows:
Public | Faculty / Staff | |
1 ticket to Chefs Evening | $75 |
$60 (limit 2) |
1 ticket + wine glass | $85 |
$70 (limit 2) |
1 ticket to Chefs Evening 1 ticket to President's Toast |
$125 |
$100 (limit 2) |
1 reserved table for Chefs Evening (reserved seating for 6 guests) |
$500 Includes reserved table/6 tickets to Chefs Evening |
$400 (limit 1) Includes reserved table/6 tickets to Chefs Evening |
1 reserved Patron's Table (reserved seating for 6 guests) |
$1000 (includes reserved table for 6 guests at Chefs Evening - with amenities, such as valet parking, wine glasses, 2 bottles of wine at your table, silverware, wait staff, etc. – and 6 tickets to the President's Toast) |
$800 (limit 1) (includes reserved table for 6 guests at Chefs Evening - with amenities, such as valet parking, wine glasses, 2 bottles of wine at your table, silverware, wait staff, etc. – and 6 tickets to the President's Toast) |
Get your tickets now for Chefs Evening! Please email chefsevening@southeastern.edu to request an order form or call Andrew Hickman at 985-549-2420, and be sure to let us know that you are a faculty and staff member so that you will be charged accordingly. We look forward to an enjoyable evening with our Southeastern family!
Physical Plant news
Asbestos Survey
The State of Louisiana has completed an asbestos survey of all state-owned buildings
as of March 1992. The results of the survey are compiled in management plans by facility.
The management plans were assembled according to the requirements set forth in the
Department of Environmental quality Required Elements Index.
These plans are available for review to anyone interested in the results. The
original plans will be kept in the office of the Associate Director of Physical Plant
located at the maintenance compound on North Campus. A copy of the plan is available
in the Reserve Room of Sim's Library.
Questions or concerns should be directed to Chris Asprion, Southeastern's Asbestos
Plan Manager at 549-5698 in the Physical Plant Office.
Identify the Smell
If you ever smell gas, call the Physical Plant promptly! Natural gas is odorless in
its natural state. We add this disagreeable smell to let you know if any gas is escaping.
Gas leakage may occur from faulty appliances, loose connections, service lines
inside or outside your home or from gas mains. Leaks can be dangerous and should be
dealt with promptly by experts.
If you ever smell gas – even if you do not use it in your building on campus
– take these precautions promptly:
1. Call the Physical Plant (549-3333).
2. If the odor is very strong and you are indoors, go outside.
3. Do not turn any electrical switches on or off.
4. Do not light matches, smoke or create any other source of combustion.
However slim the chances of danger, it doesn't pay to take needless risks. At the first sniff of gas, play it safe. Call the Physical Plant.
Instant Piano for Busy People (Feb. 6, 5:30 to 9 p.m.)
Spend one enjoyable evening learning the secrets of piano playing and discover how
playing the piano can add music and enjoyment to your life. Students will learn all
the chords needed to play any song, any style, and any key. This workshop is for the
absolute beginner, focusing on chord piano techniques, not note memorization. The
cost of this workshop is $55. A $25 book (fee paid to the instructor) will be provided,
along with a 68 minute practice CD.
Introduction to Judo (Thursdays, Feb. 7 - 28, 8 to 9 p.m.)
The word Judo is an original Japanese word meaning 'gentle (flexible) way" and indicates
a way of life. It is more than a martial art; it is an integration of art, discipline,
fitness activity, self-defense and sport. The basic and most important concept of
Judo is "By wisely utilizing the opponent's power, a smaller person can defeat a larger
person." In this course the basics of Judo technique and theory will be instructed.
Related Japanese culture will also be introduced, as well as physics, if you are interested.
The instructor, Sanichiro Yoshida, is a third-degree black belt Judoist with over
40 years of experience and a professor of physics. He is originally from Tokyo, Japan,
and his degree has been awarded by Kodo-kan. He is also a scholar as Dr. Kano, the
founder of Judo and Kodo-kan. There is no prerequisite for this course, and the cost
is $60.
Financial Strategies for Retirement (Tuesdays, Feb. 19 – March 5, 6 to 8 p.m.)
With financial independence, retirement can be the most fulfilling time of your life.
This class covers important money management concepts and issues that are important
to people at or near retirement. Topics include: How to reduce pressures on your retirement
income; how to make appropriate health care decisions, especially who will provide
care; and where you will live and how you will pay for your health care. We will also
explore some options that allow you to transfer assets to other generations of your
family. A "hear it, see it, read it, write it" teaching method makes it easy for you
to understand and remember this practical information. By condensing up-to-date financial
information into three classroom sessions, the Financial Strategies for Successful
Retirement Seminar gives you the answers you need. The cost is $49, and spouses can
also attend at no additional charge.
How Money Works: Financial Success on a Teacher's Salary Basics (Feb. 19, 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.)
Are you an educator or future educator ready to take control of your financial success?
In part I of How Money Works, you will learn the relationship between time, savings
and debt. Financial success on a teacher salary can happen if you take charge. This
workshop is free.
Guitar for Beginners (Mondays, Feb. 28 – March 25, 7 to 8 p.m.)
This course includes chords, strumming patters, and note reading. Participants must
be 13 years old or older and have their own playable instrument. The cost is50 with
a $21.75 material fee paid to the instructor.
Mandeville
Notarial Preparation Course (Tuesdays, Jan. 29 – May 28, 6:30 to 9 p.m.)
This course is designed to help prepare students for the notarial exam. However, it
is also a great refresher course on Civil law basics and sound notarial practice for
commissioned notaries and attorneys as well. Topics include: duties of a notary; contracts;
juridical acts; miscellaneous acts; donations and sales; and wills. The cost is $675.
Students are responsible for ordering their own books prior to the beginning of class.
Once registered, students will be sent information regarding their books.
Financial Strategies for Retirement (Mondays, Feb. 18 – March 4, 6 to 8 p.m.)
With financial independence, retirement can be the most fulfilling time of your life.
This class covers important money management concepts and issues that are important
to people at or near retirement. Topics include: how to reduce pressures on your retirement
income; how to make appropriate health care decisions, especially who will provide
care; and where you will live and how you will pay for your health care. We will also
explore some options that allow you to transfer assets to other generations of your
family. A "hear it, see it, read it, write it" teaching method makes it easy for you
to understand and remember this practical information. By condensing up-to-date financial
information into three classroom sessions, the Financial Strategies for Successful
Retirement Seminar gives you the answers you need. The cost is $49, and spouses can
also attend for no additional charge.
Walker
Bookkeeping Level I: QuickBooks 2012 (Tuesdays, Feb. 19 – March 12, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Small business owners and anyone interested in learning how to use QuickBooks: this
class is for you ! This introductory course will cover basic accounting terms, the
set-up of a cash basis business in QuickBooks, financial report processing and basic
payroll entry and terminology. The cost is $375. This course can be combined with
Bookkeeping Level II for a Bookkeeping Certificate.
To register, or for further details on these or other courses that are available please
visit:
Hammond- www.southeastern.edu/es Mandeville- www.southeastern.edu/stc Walker- www.southeastern.edu/livingston
Southeastern in the news
Action News
Southeastern Channel's Zaffuto honored with Emmy
http://www.actionnews17.com/Features/tabid/91/ArticleID/4581/ArtMID/535/SLU-Southeastern-Channels-Zaffuto-honored-with-Emmy.aspx
Turtle Cove will recycle Christmas trees in Manchac
http://www.actionnews17.com/News/AllNews/tabid/83/ArticleID/4725/ArtMID/435/Turtle-Cove-.aspx
Retired Washington Parish teacher is Southeastern's oldest alumnus
http://www.actionnews17.com/News/Education/tabid/88/ArticleID/4930/ArtMID/520/-Retired-Washington-Parish-teacher-is-Southeasterns-oldest-alumnus-----.aspx
Amite Tangi-Digest
Donate your trees to help wetlands restoration
http://www.tangilena.com/view/full_story/21333161/article-Donate-your-Christmas-tree-to-help-wetlands-restoration-at-Manchac
Louisiana Small Business Development experts offer free counseling
http://www.tangilena.com/view/full_story/21335329/article-La--Small-Business-Development-experts-offer-free-counseling-in-Amite--Greensburg--Northshore
AT&T donates $43,000 to help Southeastern students graduate
http://www.tangilena.com/view/full_story/21453989/article-AT-T-donates--43-000-to-help-needy-Southeastern-students-graduate
Associated Press
SLU to offer non-credit film courses
http://www.fox8live.com/story/20629622/slu-to-offer-non-credit-film-courses
BR Advocate
SLU assistant professor honored for work
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/4587803-123/slu-assistant-professor-honored-for
Insurance executive to address graduates
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/4587828-123/insurance-executive-to-address-graduates
SLU TV channel up for regional Emmy Awards
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/4493600-123/slu-tv-channel-up-for
Markets bring local produce to campus
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/4442812-123/markets-bring-local-produce-to
La. higher ed rates poor - Consensus exists only in the starkness of the problem
http://theadvocate.com/news/education/4762939-123/la-higher-ed-rates-poor
Texas Press accepts La. Author's novel
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/4736755-123/texas-press-accepts-la-authors
Open House introduces new film courses at SLU
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/4705590-123/open-house-introduces-new-film
SLU Channel wins regional Emmy Award
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/4705606-123/slu-tv-channel-wins-regional
SLU Christmas tree recycling, wetlands restoration program to continue
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/4856569-123/slu-christmas-tree-recycling-wetlands
College Bound
Robin Roberts inspires College Students to Expand Bone Marrow Database
http://www.collegebound.net/blog/2012/12/20/robin-roberts-inspires-college-students-to-expand-bone-marrow-database/
Hammond Daily Star
Christmas trees needed
http://www.hammonddailystar.com/articles/2013/01/07/top_stories/1798.txt
Magnet schools working; planners focus on future
http://www.hammondstar.com/articles/2013/01/08/top_stories/education/5396.txt
Programming Librarian
http://www.programminglibrarian.org/library/planning/mutual-affection-partnering-with-local-rescue-groups.html
St. Tammany Farmer
Study reveals Harbor Center pumped $3.9 million into economy
http://www.thesttammanynews.com/news/article_29443a7a-62a1-11e2-9a3a-001a4bcf887a.html
Times Picayune
New Orleans students named to honors lists at Southeastern Louisiana University in
Hammond
http://blog.nola.com/new_orleans/2013/01/southeastern_louisiana_univers_1.html
WAFB-TV
Money Monday: Livingston Parish Library
http://www.wafb.com/category/195952/video-landing-page
This Week in Athletics
Thursday's Jam the Jungle and Saturday's Play4Kay Game highlight basketball doubleheader
action in the University Center during this week in Southeastern Athletics.
The Lions (5-11, 3-3 Southland) and the Lady Lions (7-10, 0-6 Southland) will
host Sam Houston State on Thursday in a doubleheader that starts at 5:15 p.m. On Saturday,
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi comes to town for a 2 p.m. doubleheader.
On Thursday, the Campus Activities Board and Student Government Association will
partner with Southeastern Athletics to sponsor Jam the Jungle. Free t-shirts and food,
as well as the opportunity to win cash prizes, will be available to students.
Saturday will see the women's basketball program participate in the national
Play4Kay initiative, designed to raise breast cancer awareness. Breast cancer survivors
in attendance will be honored at halftime. Breast cancer survivors in attendance will
be honored by Southeastern at halftime. In addition, Pink Links will be sold to display
throughout the arena with proceeds benefiting the fight against breast cancer. Southeastern
will be wearing pink uniforms in honor of the fight against breast cancer. Southeastern
is looking for local high schools to participate in the initiative, as the Lady Lions
have invited the local schools to sell their own Pink Links to be displayed at the
game versus the Islanders.
Trading cards featuring the Southeastern coaching staff (Thursday) and sophomore
guard Elizabeth Styles (Saturday) will be distributed as available courtesy of the
PRIDE.
All of this week's action will be broadcast live in the Hammond area on KSLU-FM
(90.9) and LionSports.net, where live video and stats will also be available. Thursday's
games will also air on a tape delay on the Southeastern Channel (Charter 18).
The Southeastern men's and women's track and field teams will also be in action
this week. The Lions and Lady Lions will compete in the ASU Invitational on Friday
at 10 a.m. in Jonesboro, Ark.
Thursday, January 24
Men's Basketball, vs. Sam Houston State (Jam the Jungle), University Center, 7:15
p.m. (KSLU) (LionVision) (Southeastern Channel)*
Women's Basketball, vs. Sam Houston State (Jam the Jungle), University Center, 5:15
p.m. (KSLU) (Lion Vision) (Southeastern Channel)*
Friday, January 25
Men's and Women's Track and Field, at ASU Invitational, Jonesboro, Ark., 10 a.m.
Saturday, January 26
Men's Basketball, vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, University Center, 4 p.m. (KSLU) (LionVision)*
Women's Basketball, vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi (Play4Kay), University Center, 2
p.m. (KSLU) (LionVision)*
Southeastern home events in bold
* - Southland Conference game
Professional activities
Two sophomores majoring in physics, Caleb Delaune and Daniel Daigle, attended the
AAPT (American Association of Physics Teachers) Winter 2013 meeting Jan. 5-9 in New
Orleans. They presented their undergraduate research done with Dr. Hye-Young Kim (Chemistry and Physics) as a poster titled "Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Small
Biomolecules in Water."
Kathleen Campbell (Educational Leadership and Technology) made three presentations at the Mid-South
Educational Research Association (MSERA) in Lexington, Ky., in November. The presentations
included: "African American Female Superintendents in Louisiana: Opportunities and
Obstacles," co-authored by Mindy Crain-Dorough, Evan Mense and Dr. Michael D. Richardson (all of Educational Leadership and Technology); "Educational Technology: Assessing
Student Performance through the Lens of Learning," co-authored by Dorough and Richardson;
and "Teachers' Vision of Schools in 2021. Campbell was also elected Vice President/President
Elect of MSERA.
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