Saint Leo University’s Annual Christmas Concert and Tree Lighting 2021
On Dec. 7, the Saint Leo University community united to watch the annual Christmas concert and the dazzling Christmas lights at the Student Activities Building clocktower.
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The Lions' Pride is a student-run news organization dedicated to sharing the voice of our Saint Leo community. Our mission is to uphold the Benedictine values, support First Amendment rights, and provide informative and thought-provoking journalism without fear of interference or reprisal.
Print vs. Digital News: Is one better than the other?
The most common arguments in favor of digital news are that they have more resources, and more current and diverse in their forms (videos, gifs, etc.). However, what many people fail to identify are the downsides of these “benefits”, and the hidden conveniences of the printed news.
How being a college student affects mental health: Advice from a Saint Leo graduate
Many students struggle with anxiety in college due to the change in environment, pacing, and the different demands. Cameron White, a Saint Leo University class of ’21 graduate, can attest to these challenges through his own college experience.
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree: Saint Leo University’s Radio Relaunch Event
On Thursday Dec. 9, 2021, from 4 p.m.-6 p.m., the holiday spirit was turned all the way up at the “Rockin’ Around the Tree” event hosted by WLSL 92.7, the Saint Leo University campus radio station. Students, faculty, and members of the Saint Leo community gathered to share in cookies, cocoa, and carols courtesy of the station.
Tomboy: A Necessary or Outdated Title? Has the term Lost its Meaning Again?
Although the term tomboy has been used for several generations to describe girls and women, its value in modern times has come into question due to the altering view society has towards the female gender.
College Football Playoff Preview
Championship week has ended and the final rankings are set for the college football season. With the regular season over and conference champions decided, the College Football Playoffs are officially set.
A Review of the Student-Run Production: Pollyanna
The 2021 student-run production of “Pollyanna” is a play based on a 1914 children novel by Eleanor H. Porter. The play reminds us to be happy and grateful for what we have. Thanks to the effort of the cast and crew, the performance was able to go on stage for the first time on Saturday December 4, 2021, at 2 p.m.
Uniquely You: Self Expression in its Purest Form
On Dec. 3, 2021 at 5:30 p.m., an event titled “Uniquely You” was hosted by Saint Leo University’s Campus Activities Board (CAB). This event was centered around the idea of self-expression and provided Saint Leo students with a safe space to display their talents. The organizer, Damion Drackett, a sophomore majoring in bio-medical health sciences, said that he hosted the event to educate students on the ways they can express themselves.
Destressing and Avoiding Burnout During Final Exams
Research from the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health revealed that stress is a normal feeling that everyone experiences during specific periods in life. Additional research from Gregoire revealed that as the examination period swiftly approaches, every student whose goal is to achieve exceptional grades may experience some degree of stress or anxiety. Although stress during testing is considered quite normal, there are numerous resources on campus provided for Saint Leo University students to destress.
Global Holiday Traditions: A Peek Into how the International Students at Saint Leo Celebrate the Winter Holidays.
Whether celebrating in the snow or on a warm tropical island, Christmas and New Year’s Day celebrations vary based on cultures.
