Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon
Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon
Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon
Macie Batson

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief

Macie Batson has been a writer for The Maroon since 2021 and serves as one of the 2023 editors in chief. During her time as The Maroon’s Senior Staff Writer in 2022, she placed in the top 20 finalists for the Hearst Feature Writing competition. She is a second semester senior and will graduate in May with a degree in mass communication with a concentration in journalism and English Writing. Batson enjoys spending her free time hanging out with her two labradors, Finnegan and Rey.

All content by Macie Batson
Nursing students practice taking vitails on a medical test dummy in Monroe Hall on Aug. 25, 2022.

Loyola’s nursing school has positive results

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
May 6, 2023
Nursing students observe a demonstration for class on Aug. 25, 2022. The nursing program at Loyola has continued to grow.

School of nursing introduces new programs

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
May 6, 2023
Doodles

OPINION: The outgoing Editors in Chief have a lot to say

Jackie Galli and Macie Batson
May 6, 2023
Professor Heath teaches his Black Cinema course on May 2, 2023. Heath is the only Black English professor at Loyola.

Loyola’s only Black English professor says his dismissal feels targeted

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
May 4, 2023
Kloe Witt stands in front of LUPD station with her reporting notebook and phone on recording.

Support comes in from across the country for Maroon reporter

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
April 21, 2023
kloe smiles in front of a maroon sign

Maroon reporter’s appeal denied for punishments following legally reported story

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
April 14, 2023
A sign which reads "Always Striving for More."

Loyola announces 2023 graduation keynote speaker

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
April 13, 2023
kloe smiles in front of a maroon sign

Loyola punishes Maroon reporter for ethically and legally reported story

Macie Batson, Editor In Chief
April 5, 2023
The Maroon file photo.

Mercy Hall construction disrupts student schedules

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
March 29, 2023
Photo of the human trafficking event

Professor starts initiative against human trafficking

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
March 23, 2023
Photo of the painted previously vandalized wall that reads "fuck reslife" below the fresh coat of paint.

Biever residents charged for vandalism

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
March 20, 2023
An overhead of the stage at the Bocelli show

Loyola Chorale gets ‘once in a life time’ opportunity to perform with Italian tenor

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
March 6, 2023
Maroon file photo.

Biever hall residents fined for vandalism

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
March 3, 2023
Doghaus performs live at Neutral Ground Coffee House

Tulane’s music scene is trying to leave the Doghaus

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
March 2, 2023
EDITORIAL: To eat or not to eat? King Cake

EDITORIAL: To eat or not to eat? King Cake

Macie Batson and Jackie Galli
February 21, 2023
The inside of Neutral Ground Coffee House

Neutral Ground owners left “heart broken,” start GoFundMe page to find new location for coffee shop

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
February 2, 2023
Brazilian president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stands in the Planalto Palace.

Failed coup “threatens” Brazil’s democratic values

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
February 2, 2023
Car passenger side window broken into.

Loyola students worry for their safety and their cars as carjackings reach an all time high

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief
January 26, 2023
Money sticking out of someone's wallet. The wallet is in their back pocket.

Work study students say pay raise is good but not enough

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
December 13, 2022
OPINION: No, the customer is not always right

OPINION: No, the customer is not always right

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
December 10, 2022
The SassyRacs Krewe rolls during the Tucks parade on Feb. 26 as a police officer guards the street. Parades like Tucks will have to decrease the length of their routes due to a lack of police presence.

Krewes react to shortened Mardi Gras routes

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
December 9, 2022
two people perform live on a stage

Loyno Flea Market raises funds for Loyola alumni and Guatemalan soccer academy

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
December 8, 2022
The sign outside Loyola's SGA office that reads "Student Government Association."

SGA said they achieved goals despite setbacks

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
December 1, 2022
Mia Day performs at Gasa Gasa in New Orleans on Nov. 11, 2022. Day is an up-and-coming artist that has garnered a reputation around Loyola for her work ethic, talent, and kind attitude.

Loyola musician Mia Day takes city by storm

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
Illustration of the Fall 2022 Maroon staff. Top row: Michael Giusti, Devin Cruice, Anna Hummel, Patrick Hamilton, Gabriella Killett, Gabrielle Korein, Jacob L’Hommedieu, Arianna D'Antonio, and Abigail Schmidt. Bottom row: Macie Batson, Domonique Tolliver, Maleigh Crespo, Jackie Galli, Sofia Luciano Santiago, and Ava Acharya. Not Pictured: Dajah Saul, Isabella Kelley, Alexis Parrino, Sophie Bornefeld, Monica Basilio, Ashley Jean-Louis, Addison Laird, and Maria DiFelice

The Maroon celebrates its 99th year

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
November 15, 2022
Maroon File Photo

Student Employment announces it will be increasing work study wages effective January

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
November 15, 2022
A singer performing in a record store

Mia Day performs at The Mushroom, a show put on by Loyola’s marketing students

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
November 12, 2022
Mississippi River low levels

Environmentalists address Mississippi River’s water levels

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
November 11, 2022
A shadow figure holds up an eight ball to the camera with the words "DECIDE" rising to the surface

If you’re trying to “DECIDE” what to listen to next, take a listen to Joe Keery’s new album

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
October 30, 2022
Nathan Henne sitting behind his desk. Behind him, the FSLN flag is displayed on the wall.

FSLN flag displayed in professor’s office infuriates Nicaraguan students

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
October 27, 2022
Pomelo owners in front of sign

Pomelo celebrates 1-year anniversary

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
October 24, 2022
A police cruiser parked in front of New Orleans' Police Department's first police station.

NOPD lacks urgency; sexual assault victim speaks out

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
October 21, 2022
Latinx Media Representation students highlight Venezuelan photographer in exhibit

Latinx Media Representation students highlight Venezuelan photographer in exhibit

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
October 20, 2022
Customer looks at Starbucks sign

Canal Street Starbucks closes due to high crime rate

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
October 10, 2022
Three fluffy little dogs sit looking around in a baby stroller

Loyola hosts Blessing of the Animals

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
October 10, 2022
Dogs Rey and Finn enjoy their "pup-cup" from PJ's Coffee in New Orleans.

[Photo] OPINION: Dogs are man’s best friend

Devin Cruice, Maroon Minutes Ex. Pr.
October 10, 2022
Norman C Francis photos

Dr. Norman C. Francis documentary premieres

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
September 29, 2022
Three models posing in front of a piano

F-Stop 504 creates a safe haven for New Orleans’ creatives

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
September 23, 2022
Moon Landrieu and wife Verna Landrieu sit on bench

Loyola remembers Moon Landrieu

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
September 22, 2022
engulfed podcast cover with smoke from oil refinery

The Maroon launches environmental podcast

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
September 22, 2022
Stephanie Oblena, SGA president, interacts with other students at a recent SGA outreach event.

New SGA aims to learn from past mistakes

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
September 18, 2022
A guy sits on a beach chair on a stage

New Orleans’ first regional professional theater resides at Loyola

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
September 8, 2022
four men stand beside each other while one speaks holding a mic

Mass incarcerated suffer in solitary confinement

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer
September 4, 2022
Management sophomore Thomas Barrera and biology senior Mylinh Bui down the court on Feb. 14 for the 2019 Homecoming game. Homecoming is March 6 through 12. Photo credit: Michael Bauer

Student government prepares for homecoming

Macie Batson, Staff Writer
February 17, 2022
Students listen to professor Dave Badie lecture in a videography class on Nov. 30, 2021. Visual communication students say they are frustrated by the lack of classes specialized for their concentration.

Visual communication students frustrated by lack of course options

Macie Batson, Staff Writer
December 11, 2021
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