Instead of ballet slippers, the four dancers pull on high tops with the lips kicked out. Their uniforms are skin-tight leggings and a raw New Orleans confidence. The cheers don’t simmer when the music starts, but embolden the melody and buoy the women’s presence within LSU’s cavernous Cotillion Ballroom. The dancers’ movements are sharp, intense, [...]
Lubia Polo — a one-pot Persian dish with rice, meat and vegetables (Serves four) 2 cups rice, 2 lbs beef, chopped into cubes 1 large onion, salt and pepper as desired, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp cinnamon, 2 lbs chopped fresh green beans, 2 tsp turmeric, 1 – 8 oz. can tomato paste Chop [...]
Child actress, motivational speaker, youth mentor, soccer goalie, potential football kicker, devoted Christian and full-time student, Mary “Mo” Isom’s impressive resume proves that – contrary to her near-perfect performance on the soccer field – she refuses to block her goals. Isom’s accomplishments both on and off the field could make any University student feel like [...]
New Orleans-based rock band MUTEMATH recently made a pit stop in Baton Rouge on its “Odd Soul Introduction” tour, which highlights the band’s newly-released album “Odd Soul.” Drummer Darren King recaps the last year — from a new band member and record to a national tour — as well as what fans can expect in [...]
You are more empowered than ever before to take control of your professional life and succeed. You are also more empowered to screw it up. I see a lot of tenured writers publishing articles about “personal brand.” They write about how it is important to be proper on social media sites. They write about the [...]
1. Round up 50 of your closest friends to play an epic game of laser tag at Laser Tag of Baton Rouge. 2. Enjoy original poetry and literature written by LSU students? Then the Highland Reading Series is your cup of tea … or coffee. Embrace your inner artist every first and third Thursday of the [...]
Baton Rouge encompasses innovation and originality, ranging from cutting-edge industries, elbow-rubbing politicians and spirited universities to flavorful cuisine, colorful personalities and alternative attitudes. This collection of characteristics is scattered through eclectic neighborhoods, sparkling like gems in the capital area’s sturdy setting. While generic Goliath-like shopping malls and chain stores encroach on Baton Rouge’s authenticity, local [...]
A number of students have had at least one roommate during their college years who lacked respect for others. The term ‘naked’ could mean disgusting, rude, crazy and, of course, naked. Hearing stories from friends about their past roommate experiences is always entertaining, but being the victim of a former or current horrid roommate can be [...]
Angola Prison Rodeo A special photo essay, available online-only. Legacy photographer Brianna Paciorka spent a day at the Angola Prison Rodeo, and this is what she saw.
For most college students, the phrase “money management” means buying just enough food for the week to stay alive and still have funds for beer. For Paul Medica III, money management means keeping a watchful eye on the investment portfolio he’s grown since eighth grade. And unlike the average University student, who jumps for joy [...]
