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The Hawkeye

Excuses turning dangerous, normalizing facism

Nicholas Soirez, Editorial Assistant February 18, 2025

Elon Musk’s unsavory gesture at the Presidential Inauguration represents an eerie reminder of the past and a dark omen for America’s future. Amid excuses for the Sieg Heil, from “my heart goes out...

Res Life closes curtains on window decorations

Res Life closes curtains on window decorations

Emma Sullivan, Opinion Editor February 18, 2025

If you’ve ever walked past University Suites , you’ve likely noticed the colorful flag hanging in one of the first-floor windows. That's me! When I was assigned to  my street facing room nearly...

graphic by Pawan Kharti

Project 2025 in action, ruins American lives

Keith Webb, Arts & Entertainment Editor February 18, 2025

I am scared. I feel like it is okay to say that now that rumors have become reality. I am scared for my rights, my friends, my family, my community—I am scared and it is not something I can fix. I am...

Banning TikTok is discriminatory, undemocratic

Alayna Pellegrin, Managing Editor January 30, 2025

Since TikTok is going away, there’s one more secret I feel I must share with you…I never believed that the app was going to get banned. Many other ULM students did not think the U.S. government would...

TikTok refugees flock to Xiaohongshu after ban

Emma Sullivan, Opinion Editor January 28, 2025

As the TikTok ban went from an absurd stunt to a stark reality, users scrambled to find a replacement. It might seem logical for users to move to some of the popular American-based platforms such as Facebook...

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 they don’t see are the sleepless nights filled with tedious...

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 life. From events that brought everyone together like the...

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 defines the American spirit.  To me, simple love is the care,...

Winner-take-all voting system needs reform

Winner-take-all voting system needs reform

Logan Buum, Contributing Writer November 11, 2024

After the recent election, many Americans feel anxious and frustrated about how little their votes matter. Voting gives the average person a voice in politics, but its impact on the presidential election...

Students want more variety, diverse RSOs

Nicholas Soirez, Editorial Assistant November 11, 2024

As a freshman, I received a campuswide email asking students if they would attend an interest meeting for a new chess club. As a passionate chess player, I saw an opportunity to be an active part of a...

US government supports Palestinian mass genocide

US government supports Palestinian mass genocide

Amir Alnajjar, Opinion Editor November 11, 2024

To many Americans, the Israel-Hamas war is nothing more than a bloodbath thousands of miles away. In Gaza, the story is different. Children become orphans in seconds, and families flee to find sanctuary....

Students need to join RSOs, become involved on campus

Cecil Pradhan, Contributing Writer November 4, 2024

Did you know ULM is home to over 300 Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs)? Probably not, because very few have an on-campus presence. This semester's record-high enrollment has brought in even more...

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