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The Hawkeye

Trump plans to cut Department of Education
Trump plans to cut Department of Education
Keith Webb, Arts & Entertainment Editor • November 18, 2024

Throughout his presidential campaign, Donald Trump reiterated his commitment to dissolving the Department of Education (DOE) and returning its powers to state governments. Trump explained his reasoning for the proposal in...

CAB holds officer elections, reworks voting system
Keith Webb, Arts & Entertainment Editor • November 18, 2024

On Nov. 12, the Campus Activities Board (CAB) invited all its members to cast a ballot in the officer election. This year’s election marked the second use of CAB’s new voting system. In 2023, CAB voted unanimously to...

SGA, NCBRT partner for annual safety walk
Stirling Terry, Contributing Writer • November 18, 2024

The Student Government Association (SGA) sponsored its annual safety walk on Nov.12, bringing attention to potential on-campus hazards. SGA senators broke into groups to patrol different areas of campus.  For each hazard,...

SUGAR HALL 2.0: Students can expect Sugar Hall renovations to begin this spring.
ULM creates plan for Sugar Hall renovation
Audrey Blackburn, Contributing Writer • November 11, 2024

Last week, ULM issued a contract to commence a total renovation of Sugar Hall. Built in 1971, Sugar Hall has hosted classes for health science majors for over 40 years. University facilities director Michael Davis states...

CAB announces plans for fall, spring semesters
Nicholas Soirez, Editorial Assistant • November 11, 2024

Last week, the Campus Activities Board (CAB) finalized its plans for the remainder of the fall semester. With finals only a month away, CAB hopes to provide students with a much-needed break from studying.  President Beau...

Thames Shines, ULM takes win over the Salukis
Jasmine Henson, Contributing Writer • November 18, 2024

On Nov. 13, the ULM women’s basketball team (3-0) hit the road to face the Salukis of Southern Illinois (0-3). The Warhawks played their first...

Sideline dispute puts ULM coach in spotlight
Prasanna Jha, Sports Editor • November 18, 2024

During the football game against Marshall on Nov. 2, an incident between a player and coach drew national attention. ULM offensive line coach...

Warhawks prepare for promising softball season
Warhawks prepare for promising softball season
Keith Webb, Arts & Entertainment Editor • November 18, 2024

The fall season for the Warhawks’ softball team generated excitement for the spring. The 2024 season ended with a record of 31-24 and 12-12...

Sakyia White: Small-town player to ULM star
Sakyia White: Small-town player to ULM star
Mario Andrews and Prasanna Jha November 18, 2024

Sakyia White may have left her hometown of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, but she continues to build on the legacy she started there. 2121 scored points,...

Basketball dominate Ecclesia, ends losing streak
Basketball dominate Ecclesia, ends losing streak
Prasanna Jha, Sports Editor • November 18, 2024

The ULM men’s basketball team (2-3) won its second home game against Ecclesia on Nov. 14. The victory ended the Warhawks’ three-game losing...

THE HAWKEYE: VAPA EDITION
HAWKEYE FAREWELL: Zoe Sissac
HAWKEYE FAREWELL: Zoe Sissac
Amir Alnajjar, Opinion Editor • November 18, 2024

When students think of The Hawkeye, they might think about our newspaper filled with stories and photos about the various events on campus. What...

COLUMN: Taking one last look at the fall semester
COLUMN: Taking one last look at the fall semester
Mallory LeBoeuf, Contributing Writer • November 18, 2024

The fall semester has been a rollercoaster of excitement, challenges and unforgettable moments. Students experienced the full spectrum of college...

The American way: A Thanksgiving reflection
Sovichan Scaria, Guest Contributor • November 18, 2024

Thanksgiving is a time to pause, express gratitude, and reflect on the values that unite us. This year, I want to honor the simple love that...

ULM dancer Kayla Cornet reflects on her passion
ULM dancer Kayla Cornet reflects on her passion
Audrey Blackburn, Contributing Writer • November 18, 2024

Since her freshman year at ULM, senior speech-language pathology major Kayla Cornet contributed to the university’s several dance outlets. Now, preparing to graduate, Cornet...

Student art sale provides outlet for creativity
Student art sale provides outlet for creativity
Alayna Pellegrin, Managing Editor • November 18, 2024

Dating back to 2006, the annual art sale allows any student, alumni, faculty or staff member an opportunity to sell handmade items.    This year, the sale will begin Dec....

Best of Monroe: top drink stops around campus
Amir Alnajjar, Opinion Editor • November 11, 2024

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Alayna Pellegrin
Alayna Pellegrin
Chacahoula Editor-in-Chief

A junior toxicology major with a minor in biology, Alayna’s goal is to complete pharmacy school and become either a forensic pharmacist or a hospital pharmacist. She is originally from Houma, Louisiana,...

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