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President's Award for Excellence in Service: Unclassified Staff – Connie Davis
Excellence in Service and Service Excellence are interchangeable, according to Connie
Davis, the director of Auxiliary Services and this year's recipient for the President's
Award for Excellence in Service - Unclassified Staff.
"Service to others has always been a priority in my life. Someone who provides
excellent service does so in the same superior manner, whether it is for a paid position
or a volunteer opportunity," she said. "It is what they do and they expect nothing
less of themselves."
A member of the staff at Southeastern since 1994, Davis is active in various
community and church organizations. She has served as a founding board member of the
Octavian Foundation of the Arts, on many committees and in several capacities at St.
Albert the Great Chapel and Catholic Student Center, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic High
School and Holy Ghost Catholic School and Church.
In a university service capacity, she has served on numerous committees, including
Institutional Effectiveness Support Services Assessment, Rock n' Roar, Homecoming,
Pride Day, Shared Sick Leave, Relay for Life, Grad Fair, Aids Awareness Week, SGA
Capital Outlay, Green 'S' Award, to name but a few.
"Service has been a part of my life since I was a child," Davis recalled. "The
youngest of four daughters, I was introduced to the idea of doing for others from
my parents and three older sisters. As a child, I spent 10 years at a Catholic school
in New Orleans, which had a school motto of 'Serviam,' a Latin word which means "I
will serve."
Upon entering college, Davis continued to get involved and find a way to work
with others by becoming being a resident assistant in Housing. After graduation in
1994, she accepted her first position at Southeastern as an area coordinator for Housing
while pursuing her master's degree.
"Connie has always placed students first, with a strong commitment to providing
quality service to all of those we serve. She is an incredible team player who both
encourages and welcomes collaboration across divisions," said Vice President for Administration
and Finance Sam Domiano. "She has also taken on numerous leadership roles in professional
organizations and shared the same vision, organization, and commitment to success
that has served her so well at Southeastern. She will probably never truly know how
many lives she has impacted as a result."
After receiving her MBA from Southeastern in 1996, Davis accepted the position
of Assistant Director of Housing for one year and then was promoted to Associate Director
of Housing.
"I enjoyed getting involved in the administration of University Housing and growing
professionally in different aspects of management," she said. "Having the responsibility
of the disciplinary process for students allowed me to have an influence in the developmental
growth of students."
Drawing from her housing experience, Davis accepted the position of Director
of the Student Union in 1999. There she worked under the supervision of former Director
of Southeastern Auxiliary Services and now University of Louisiana at Monroe President
Nick Bruno.
Davis says the best professional development decision she ever made was to get
involved in the National Association of College Auxiliary Services (NACAS), something
Bruno encouraged her to do.
"He impressed upon me the benefits of getting involved in a professional association,"
Davis said. "I quickly learned that in order for a professional association to be
successful with its mission, it must rely on the volunteer services of its members."
Bruno whole-heartedly agrees with Davis' sentiment.
"Connie Davis is respected in her field. Having served in various capacities
in her professional association, The National Association of College Auxiliary Services,
she has gained the confidence of her colleagues around the southern region, as well
as the national association," he said. "Connie served as the president of the Southern
region, confirming her colleagues' confidence and acknowledgment of her leadership."
After a brief stint in 2002 as associate director of Admissions for Recruitment
and Orientation, Davis became the associate director of Auxiliary Services position
until promoted to interim director in 2008. She was named director in 2009.
During her tenure in Auxiliary Services, Davis has overseen the off campus merchant
program for Lion's Lagniappe, the request for proposal process for Textbook Rental
Operations, the retail bookstore transition to a new business partner, the implementation
of residential communities, and assisting in the introduction of new dining concepts
and the Fresh Food Company in the new Student Union addition and managing the contract
for Document Source Print and Mail Operations.
"There is no question that I consider Southeastern my family. I have enjoyed
a 20 year professional career on campus," she said. "I simply cannot see myself anywhere
else."
A Gaelic singer, two lectures and a film musical score premiere highlight Fanfare's
first two weeks
A film musical score premiere, an acclaimed Gaelic singer and a pair of lectures are
just some of the events providing the opening flourish for the 29th season of Fanfare,
Southeastern's annual October arts festival.
On Oct. 1 at 1 p.m. in Pottle Auditorium the Department of History and Political
Science's "Then and Now Lecture Series" officially kicks off its 14th presentation
of free lectures. Michael Martin will present "Russell Long: A Life in Politics."
The Cheryl Courrege Burguie/Board of Regents Professor of History and Director of
the University of Lafayette's Center for Louisiana Studies, Martin will discuss his
book about Long. The son of flamboyant U.S. Sen. and Gov. Huey P. Long, Russell Long
made his own mark in history by serving in the U.S. Senate from 1948 to 1978 and as
chairman of the powerful Senate Finance Committee.
Oct. 8 – 10, international visual artist David Dubose will present a printmaking
workshop for students. Dubose has been recognized for his use of paper to create original
prints and mixed medium works. He is currently an assistant professor of drawing and
foundations at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
Also on Oct. 8, a "Then and Now" lecture on "The Assassination of Archduke Franz
Ferdinand and the Outbreak of World War I" will be presented by Southeastern Instructor
of History Craig Saucier, at 1 p.m., in Pottle Music Building Auditorium. On June
28, 1914, the heir to the throne of Austria-Hungary, Archduke Franz Ferdinand, was
assassinated with his wife. Saucier tells how the murder precipitated a month-long
diplomatic crisis that culminated in the outbreak of World War I.
The Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts will present Gaelic singer, Julie
Fowlis on Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. A groundbreaking artist who entices new audiences worldwide,
Fowlis pushes musical boundaries with adaptations of songs from her native Scottish
Gaelic tradition. She is so well-known that when Disney Pixar ("Finding Nemo," "Toy
Story," "Up") was searching for the perfect voice to feature in the soundtrack to
"Brave," their research led them to Fowlis. Tickets for the concert range from $20-$34.
The first two weeks of Fanfare culminate with the presentation of "Frankenstein:
The Movie Score," performed by the Southeastern Wind Symphony under the direction
of Guest Conductor Michael Shapiro at the Columbia Theatre on Oct. 11, at 7:30 p.m.
One of Hollywood's classic horror films starring Boris Karloff, comes to the
Columbia Theatre with a new score by Shapiro, music director of the Chappaqua Orchestra
in New York's Westchester County. Shapiro has written the score for "Frankenstein"
for wind symphonies, which makes its world premiere at the Columbia with the Southeastern
Wind Symphony. Fans will have the rare opportunity to relive a classic movie with
an original score. Tickets range from $20-34.
Fanfare tickets are on sale at the Columbia/Fanfare box office, 220 E. Thomas
Street, 543-4371. The box office is open Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
and one hour prior to Columbia performances. For a complete schedule, contact the
Columbia/Fanfare office at 543-4366 or visit columbiatheatre.org.
MARTIN OPENS THEN AND NOW LECTURE SERIES– Southeastern's Fanfare will present the first lecture in the 14th annual "Then and Now Lecture Series" on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 1 p.m. in Pottle Auditorium. Author Michael Martin will present "Russell Long: A Life in Politics." The lecture is free and open to the public.
Southeastern to offer Health Systems Management Degree
Southeastern will partner with McNeese State University in Lake Charles to offer a
new bachelor of science degree in health systems management intended to fill increasing
workforce needs, the university announced today (Sept. 15).
The HSM program recently received final approval from the Louisiana Board of
Regents. Both institutions are expected to begin enrolling students in fall 2015.
The new program will include three separate academic concentrations designed
to fill a wide variety of health-related workforce occupations, explained Southeastern
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Tammy Bourg.
"The healthcare field has become one of the strongest growing sectors in the
economy with an increasing demand for qualified professionals with specialized training,"
Bourg said. "Increased regulations, the demand for accountability in medical outcomes
and influences such as the Affordable Care Act are some of the factors that are spurring
this need by hospitals, clinics and other healthcare-related industries."
The program will be housed in the university's College of Nursing and Health
Sciences specifically in its Department of Health and Human Sciences. Students interested
in the program should contact Assistant Dean Ralph Wood at rwood@southeastern.edu.
Employment prospects for graduates of the program are with hospitals, clinics,
insurance providers, home healthcare agencies and managed care companies among the
industries expressing a strong need for HSM professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor
Statistics reports that healthcare employment is projected to have one of the fastest
growth rates between 2010 and 2020.
The concentrations include healthcare management, healthcare quality improvement
and care coordination. Each concentration will require students to complete capstone
projects and supervised professional practice experiences.
"The three concentrations offered address many of the needs we heard expressed
by hospital executives and human resource directors in the regions served by Southeastern
and McNeese," said Ann Carruth, dean of the Southeastern College of Nursing and Health
Sciences.
"Healthcare reform has opened up new and different job opportunities, and we
anticipate that new jobs will evolve that are only now being developed."
Carruth said the program is also being offered in an accelerated option that
allows students to complete their academic requirements by following a three-year,
fast-track curriculum.
The degree will integrate healthcare principles, management, as well as organization
and information systems designed to produce professionals who hold a blend of knowledge
and skills related to the complex and ever-evolving healthcare industry.
Carruth explained that by partnering with McNeese, both institutions will be
able to reduce costs associated with instruction.
"A number of the courses will be offered online, allowing us to share the instruction
load, library holdings and other resources," she said.
Southeastern and McNeese have a long history of cooperating on academic programs,
said Carruth, especially in the field of healthcare. The two institutions were among
the initial developers of the long-standing Intercollegiate Consortium for a Master
of Science in Nursing Program, which also includes the University of Louisiana-Lafayette
and Nicholls State University.
Renowned pianist Willis Delony to perform at Southeastern tonight
Willis Delony, considered one of the nation's leading classical/jazz crossover artists,
will perform a recital at Southeastern on Monday, Sept. 29, at 7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by the Department of Fine and Performing Arts, the concert – entitled
"Out of Character – Classical and Jazz Connections," is free and open to the public.
Delony will perform a wide range of selections by composers, including classical
pieces by Chopin and jazz pieces by the late Bill Evans, a seven-time Grammy Award
winning musician who earned his degrees in music from Southeastern. He will also perform
some of his own work.
In a career spanning three decades, Delony has appeared as piano soloist, guest
pianist, arranger or conductor with more than 20 American orchestras. He has also
performed with international orchestras including the Toronto Symphony, the Edmonton
Symphony, the National Orchestra of Moldova and the Shanghai Symphony. He has performed
classical and jazz concerts throughout the nation as well as in France, Germany, Mexico
and Brazil.
Delony is the Virginia Martin Howard Professor of Piano and Jazz Studies at LSU,
where he serves as co-host and pianist for the university's popular concert series
"Hot Summer Nights – Cool Jazz." He has been a member of the LSU music faculty since
2000. Previously he served on the music faculty at Southeastern.
A recipient of an Artist Fellowship from the Louisiana Division of the Arts,
he has been honored with the Edith Kirkpatrick Arts Leadership Award given by the
Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra.
Master class offered for Southeastern students
Christa Van Alstine (clarinet) and Michael McCurdy (percussion) will be giving a masterclass to Southeastern students on Tuesday, Oct. 7, in Pottle Auditorium at 3 p.m. Both Van Alstine and McCurdy are performing at the Marigny Opera House in New Orleans on Thursday, Oct. 9.
For more info, contact Philip Schuessler at Philip.Schuessler@southeastern.edu.
Southeastern School of Nursing 50th anniversary celebration news
Gala Celebration
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the School of Nursing, in cooperation with the
Southeastern Alumni Association, is sponsoring a gala celebration on Friday, Oct.
10, in the Grand Ballroom on the third floor of the Student Union. A social hour at
5 p.m. will start the evening followed by a short program and an evening of celebration
ending at 9 p.m.
"We would like to invite all Southeastern faculty and staff to join us as we
look back over the past 50 years," said Ann Carruth, dean of the College of Nursing
and Health Sciences and a 1984 graduate of the school.
The event will start with a social hour from 5-6 p.m. followed by a short program
and an evening of celebration. Included in the evening will be a silent auction featuring
items from various donors, a unique painting commemorating the anniversary, a commemorative
poster of the painting, special t-shirts, gift items, a photo booth and an illustrated
history of the nursing program. It will also feature heavy h'orderves, music from
across the five decades and a cash bar.
Tickets are $40 per person and $25 for students. More information can be obtained
by calling the office of the Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences at 549-5179 or on
the School of Nursing website, southeastern.edu/nursing.
Nursing School seeks memorabilia, nominations, stories
Southeastern's School of Nursing is seeking memorabilia from its graduates to display
at its upcoming 50th anniversary celebration scheduled for Friday, Oct. 10.
Uniforms, caps, pins and other items associated with graduates' time in the school
will be displayed at the event, to be held in the university's Student Union Grand
Ballroom from 6 to 9 p.m.
"Nursing apparel and other items have changed over the past half century, and
we want to display those pieces of memorabilia at our gala celebration," said Eileen
Creel, head of the School of Nursing. "Items can be given to the school on loan or
as a donation."
Creel said the School of Nursing will also announce "50 for 50," a recognition
of 50 prominent graduates of the school's undergraduate and graduate programs who
will be honored at the celebration.
"We're also seeking any stories or memories our graduates would like to share
with their colleagues," Creel added. Stories can be sent to Creel via email at Eileen.Creel@southeastern.edu.
Southeastern computer science teams benefit from Geocent partnership
Southeastern plans to continue assembling championship caliber and highly competitive
computer science student teams with the help of a sponsorship from Geocent, a leading
software and technology company headquartered in Metairie.
Sebastian van Delden, head of the Department of Computer Science and Industrial
Technology, said Geocent President Rick Gremillion indicated his commitment to be
the team's sole sponsor, committing $5,000 annually to assist in preparing for and
traveling to additional competitions.
Last spring, Southeastern entered five teams in the Deloitte Consulting Programming
Competition held at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg. Southeastern's
top team, the Void Avengers, took the championship with its other teams placing fifth,
eighth, ninth and 17th. The competition involved teams from eight universities from
Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama and included such teams as LSU, Tulane, the University
of Southern Mississippi and the University of South Alabama.
"With the growth that Geocent is continuing to experience and our commitment
to supporting the communities we serve, partnering with Southeastern's computer science
program to support their programming team is a win-win situation," Gremillion said.
"This unique program will foster top-notch software engineering talent that will experience
competition that rewards hard work and success. Geocent will fill more of its jobs
with these high performers and allow local students to work for a growing Louisiana
technology company that performs exciting work. We are honored that the Southeastern
programming team will be 'Powered by Geocent.'"
In addition to Metairie, Geocent also maintains offices in New Orleans, Baton
Rouge, the Stennis Space Center in Mississsippi, Huntsville, Ala., Charleston, S.C.,
and Tulsa, Okla.
van Delden said Geocent has been a valuable partner with Southeastern in recent
years, providing educational and internship opportunities for students, resulting
in the company hiring multiple program graduates.
"Thanks to Geocent's support, we will be able to implement a sustainable comprehensive
programming team initiative that includes monthly meetings and competitions, internal
programming competitions, a regional high school competition and competition in at
least one external regional or national competition each year," said Assistant Professor
John Burris and team coach.
Phi Kappa Phi news
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi will hold its Fall General Membership meeting on
Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 3:30 p.m. in 319 D Vickers.
Among topics discussed will be the upcoming Homecoming Intramural Quiz Bowl,
the Annual Spring Induction and Banquet, the recent National Convention, applications
for various awards and fellowships, and plans to sponsor a Princeton Review session
for students. We will also vote for new members. Please join us.
Auxiliary Services news
Amanda Robbins, Blake Thomas, Bevann McCartney, and Ashley White just returned from
LACUSPA (Louisiana Association of College & University Student Personnel Administrators)
and the Louisiana Housing Officers (LAHO).
Robbins, Thomas, and White were elected to the LAHO executive board for this
year: Robbins as research coordinator, Thomas as newsletter editor, and White as ERA
coordinator elect for 2016 (She will plan the state wide Resident Assistant Conference
in 2016.) Southeastern now has the most representation of any school in the state
on the board.
Center for Faculty Excellence news
Wondrous Wednesday
Do you enjoy meeting new friends and faculty for stimulating conversation? Then come
to Wondrous Wednesday - a program premiering the Emmy Award-Winning Film for Best
Documentary, Journey of the Universe.
This documentary tells an epic story of cosmic, Earth and human transformation
from The Big Bang to today. Evolutionary philosopher Brian Thomas Swimme and Yale
historian of religions Mary Evelyn Tucker have crafted an elegant narrative that both
illuminates and celebrates the profound role humans play in the flourishing of the
Earth. For more information visit the website at http://www.journeyof theuniverse.org/.
The series began on Sept. 17 and will be held every Wednesday throughout the
semester (excluding October 15). Sessions will be held in Tinsley, room 103, from
12-1 p.m. The format of all sessions will be a 30-minute video followed by free-flowing
discussion.
The Wondrous Wednesday series is sponsored by the Center for Faculty Excellence
and Sims Memorial Library. Feel free to bring a bag lunch. Cookies, tea and coffee
will be supplied by the Center. Call the Center at 549- 5791 to reserve a spot.
Funding Opportunities
Proposals are now being accepted for both Enhancement Grants and the Orr Research
Endowment. Visit the Center's web page for additional information and guidelines.
Deadline for Enhancement Grants and Orr Research Endowment proposals is Monday, Sept.
29, at 5 p.m.
Click here to link to the Center's Funding Opportunities. Please contact the Center if you have
difficulty accessing the grant information.
Annual Faculty Conference on Teaching, Research and Creativity
Mark your calendar for a Homecoming celebration to showcase the work of our faculty
at Southeastern's Annual Faculty Conference on Teaching, Research and Creativity on
Thursday, Oct. 16, from 2 - 4 p.m., in Tinsley Hall, room 103.
The purpose of this conference is to provide a forum for sharing the successful
practices, projects, creative endeavors, and research of our faculty.
Primavera P6 Introduction
Trey Miller, October 6 - 8
This course provides hands-on training for Primavera P6, leading participants through
the entire project life cycle from planning to execution. Students will gain experience
building a new schedule (including creating a WBS, adding activities/milestones, calendars,
logic, resources, costs, etc.) updating/monitoring the project schedule, and generating
reports. Participants will also gain a thorough background in the concepts of planning
and scheduling.
Also offering Virtual Primavera P6 Courses. Learn more.
Winning Through Customer Service
James Gilmore, dates vary depending on location
Winning Through Customer Service trains sales, service, and administrative personnel to demonstrate professionalism, communicate effectively, assess customer behaviors, and use a structured customer service transaction model, as well as handle difficult customer service situations. Participants will prepare for a nationally accredited certification test in customer service. Register today.
Investing Fundamentals and Strategies
Tom Meyer, dates vary depending on location
The course begins with the fundamentals of investments, including advantages and disadvantages of stocks, bonds and mutual funds. Use of investment strategies that consider risk management, asset allocation and maximizing tax-deferral are explored. Discover the advantages of IRAs, Roth IRAs, 401ks and other options to help meet your goals. Finally gain insight to the challenges that families may encounter as they pursue building retirement savings and strategies to protect wealth. Attendees will be offered a complementary written financial strategy. Register now.
Project Management Professional
October 13 - 17
The goal of Project Management Professional is to prepare project managers and others planning on pursuing a career in project management with test knowledge and tools to successfully pass the PMP Certification Exam. The course is based on Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge. Register now.
Action News SLU Nursing School seeks memorabilia, nominations, stories for 50th anniversary
http://www.actionnews17.com/news/all/artmid/494/articleid/14738/slu-nursing-school-seeks-memorabilia-nominations-stories-for-50th-anniversary-
New children's book for SLU fans: 'Let's Lion up with Roomie'
http://www.actionnews17.com/news/all/artmid/494/articleid/14735/new-childrens-book-for-slu-fans-let%E2%80%99s-lion-up-with-roomie
Southeastern to offer health systems management degree
http://www.actionnews17.com/news/all/artmid/494/articleid/14732/southeastern-to-offer-health-systems-management-degree-
Associated Press Southeastern, McNeese team for degree program
http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=157&sid=31649634&title=southeastern-mcneese-team-for-degree-program
BR Advocate SLU Career Fair set Thursday
http://service.meltwaternews.com/mnews/redirect.html?docId=3609808167&userId=375392&cId=103449&agentId=957756&type=1&s=52297&url=http%3A%2F%2Ftheadvocate.com%2Fnews%2Flivingston%2F10253341-123%2Fslu-career-fair-set-for
Sweeney Todd to be presented in Hammond
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/10247096-123/sweeney-todd-to-be-presented
Career Fair opens for young job seekers
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/10314406-123/career-fair-opens-doors-for
Desiree Dokey to head Hammond Recreation
http://theadvocate.com/news/livingston/10299200-123/desiree-dotey-to-head-hammond
SLU drum majors bring friendship onto the field
http://theadvocate.com/entertainment/10048828-123/slu-drum-majors-bring-friendship
College & Planning Management Sustainability Center reaching maturity at Southeastern
http://webcpm.com/articles/2014/02/01/sustainability.aspx
Gannett News Education majors need more time in classroom
http://www.shreveporttimes.com/story/news/education/2014/09/24/education-majors-need-time-classroom/16164331/
Hammond Daily Star New degree at Southeastern: health systems management
http://www.hammondstar.com/news/new-degree-at-southeastern-health-systems-management/article_f050f79e-3d37-11e4-ade0-f3127e80bcef.html
Southeastern School of Nursing seeks memorabilia
http://www.hammondstar.com/news/southeastern-school-of-nursing-seeks-memorabilia/article_067095c4-3d39-11e4-b308-b7f7f501fd31.html
Sweeney Todd cast announced
http://www.hammondstar.com/news/sweeney-todd-cast-announced/article_7d61bb7a-3ba6-11e4-a65b-cb93318dc226.html
Pot Luck
http://www.hammondstar.com/news/pots-luck/article_e8e0156a-3edd-11e4-aaaf-8385288570eb.html
Free speech at SLU challenged
http://www.hammondstar.com/news/free-speech-at-slu-challenged/article_8a23e9e6-4524-11e4-a713-7fe263f78fc7.html
All Fanfare: October touts arts, music, politics
http://www.hammondstar.com/news/all-fanfare/article_409757e6-45dc-11e4-af1a-23cb384eff1e.html
Insurance News Net Southeastern to offer health systems management degree
http://insurancenewsnet.com/oarticle/2014/09/16/southeastern-to-offer-health-systems-management-degree-a-555741.html#.VBiTYfldXTo
NO Picayune Northshore Technical Community College sees record enrollment
http://service.meltwaternews.com/mnews/redirect.html?docId=3625364459&userId=375392&cId=103449&agentId=957756&type=1&s=91843&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nola.com%2Feducation%2Findex.ssf%2F2014%2F09%2Fnorthshore_technical_community.html
Class to help merchants cash in on Small Business Saturday to be held in Mandeville
http://www.nola.com/business/index.ssf/2014/09/class_to_help_business_owners.html
This Week in Athletics
The Southeastern football and volleyball teams will host Southland Conference opponents,
while the soccer, golf, cross country, tennis and softball teams will also be in action
during this week in Southeastern Athletics.
The No. 11 Lion football team (3-2, 1-0 Southland) returns home for the first
time in nearly a month when it hosts Northwestern State at 3 p.m. on Saturday in Strawberry
Stadium. The game will be televised on the Southland Television Network (WUPL – Charter
Channel 16 in the Hammond area). The contest will also be broadcast live in the Hammond
area on the flagship station of Southeastern Football, KSLU-FM (90.9), as well as
affiliates and Northshore Broadcasting stations Kajun 107.1 FM (WHMD) and The Highway
104.7 FM (WJSH).
The game will also see SLU and Raising Cane's partner to support the Mary Bird
Perkins Cancer Center's Geaux Pink initiative. Fans are encouraged to wear pink to
the game. The first 200 students will receive free t-shirts and Impaired Faculties
– a band made up of SLU faculty - will provided entertainment from 12-2 p.m. in Friendship
Circle.
The Lady Lion volleyball team (4-10, 2-1 Southland) opens the week on the road
with a 7 p.m. match at Jackson State on Thursday. On Saturday, Southeastern returns
home to host Southland Conference foe Central Arkansas at 11 a.m. LionVision subscribers
can access a live video stream of Saturday's match at LionSports.net.
The soccer team (10-2, 3-1 Southland) will close out a three-match road swing
this week. The Lady Lions will be in Beaumont, Texas on Sunday for a 1 p.m. league
match at Lamar.
The Lion golf team has two tournaments on tap this week. SLU will start the week
in Birmingham, Ala., where it will compete in the Graeme McDowell/Shoal Creek Invitational.
On Saturday and Sunday, the Lions will defend their title at the David Toms Intercollegiate
in Baton Rouge. Last season, SLU won by 16 strokes at the University Club.
The Southeastern men's and women's cross country teams will be back in action
this week. The Lions and Lady Lions compete in the Watson Ford Invitational on Friday
at 4:30 p.m. in Clinton, Miss.
The SLU tennis team will also return to action this week. The Lions will head
to Lafayette to compete in the Ragin' Cajun Fall Classic, which runs from Friday through
Sunday.
The softball team will continue its fall schedule this week, hosting Baton Rouge
Community College at 6 p.m. at North Oak Park. LionVision subscribers can access a
live video stream of Wednesday's game at LionSports.net.
Monday, September 29 Golf, at Graeme McDowell/Shoal Creek Intercollegiate, Birmingham, Ala., 8:30 a.m.
Tuesday, September 30 Golf, at Graeme McDowell/Shoal Creek Intercollegiate, Birmingham, Ala., 7:30 a.m.
Wednesday, October 1 Softball, vs. Baton Rouge CC, North Oak Park, 6 p.m. (LionVision)
Thursday, October 2 Volleyball, at Jackson State, Jackson, Miss., 7 p.m.
Friday, October 3 Men's and Women's Cross Country, at Watson Ford Invitational, Clinton, Miss., 4:30
p.m. Women's Tennis, at Ragin' Cajun Fall Classic, Lafayette, All Day
Saturday, October 4 Football, vs. Northwestern State, Strawberry Stadium, 3 p.m. (SLC TV – WUPL) (KSLU) (WHMD) (WJSH)* Volleyball, vs. Central Arkansas, University Center, 11 a.m. (LionVision)* Women's Tennis, at Ragin' Cajun Fall Classic, Lafayette, All Day
Sunday, October 5 Soccer, at Lamar, Beaumont, Texas, 1 p.m.* Women's Tennis, at Ragin' Cajun Fall Classic, Lafayette, All Day
Southeastern home events in bold
* - Southland Conference contest
Professional activities
Dr. Rhett Allain (Chemistry and Physics) was invited to give the 2014 Forman Lecture in the Vanderbilt
University Department of Physics and Astronomy. The title of his talk was "Real vs.
Fake Videos: The Physics of Video Analysis." He also has an article in the Institute
of Physics publication, Physics World. The title of Allain's article is "Lessons of
the Angry Birds Universe" and appeared in the September issue.
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