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The Vietnam veteran and former businessman got his diploma from South Carolina State University on Friday. He signed up for classes after hearing about the police killing of protesting students in 1968.
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The ULM Honors Program held its annual Honors Banquet on Monday, May 5, 2025. During the banquet, the Honors Program recognized five students graduating with honors in the college, three students graduating with honors in the university, and two students who completed all undergraduate requirements and will enter ULM’s Pharmacy program. -
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A look into the Trump administrations push to defund public broadcasting and what it could mean for North Louisiana. -
The university will hold two separate ceremonies to honor the graduates of the four colleges -
The deadline to get a REAL ID is fast approaching after years of postponements and delays. Starting May 7, your license or identification card will need to be REAL ID-compliant to fly domestically in the U.S.
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The agreement settles several claims Texas made against the search giant in 2022 related to geolocation, incognito searches and biometric data. -
As the Trump administration moves to quickly expand immigration detention space, a series of standoffs have emerged between city officials and the private prison companies. -
Michael Gonzales, the ambassador to Zambia, announced at an emotional press conference that the U.S. would cut $50 million in aid due to theft of medications.
Drs. Eric Siereveld & Pearson Cross bring jazz to the studios of 90.3 KEDM Public Radio. Dr. Siereveld is an Associate Professor of Music at the University of Louisiana Monroe. He also leads numerous ensembles at ULM. A veteran of the New York City music scene, his Broadway tour/credits include Young Frankenstein, two tours with Elf: The Musical, Addams Family (International). Dr. Pearson Cross is the Director of School of Behavioral & Social Sciences at ULM. Cross is a professional jazz piano player and has performed with the Monroe and Lafayette Symphonies. He is also a gifted music teacher bringing up young musicians in the jazz piano tradition.
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Monroe Symphony Orchestra cancels rock symphony that was set for May 3 due to lack of funding. The orchestra is determined to produce more shows, and have brought in a new conductor.
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