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The Student Media of Piedmont University

The Roar
The Student Media of Piedmont University

The Roar
Erin Donovan

Erin Donovan, Roar Online Editor

All content by Erin Donovan
Piedmont men’s soccer team huddles up in their match against Maryville October 25, 2024. They are among the list of teams potentially affected by budget cuts.

Making Lemonade with Athletic Budget Cuts

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
April 3, 2025
Jim Peeples stands outside of Mize Athletic Center after resigning as Athletic Director after 10 years. Peeples will change career paths, pursuing a career in acting.

April Fools: Athletic Director Jim Peeples Resigns in Pursuit of Acting Career

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
April 1, 2025
The Roar staff at the 2025 Georgia Press Association with their awards.

The Roar Brings Home a Record Number of Awards at the Georgia College Press Association

Erin Donovan and Paige Kluba
March 18, 2025
Piedmont’s Masquerade Formal will be held March 28 for all students at Cornelia Community House.

Upcoming Masquerade Formal

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
March 18, 2025
Erin Donovan preparing for the Mississippi Women’s Amateur in July 2024, where she finished in the top of the field. Donovan’s struggles with acknowledging her success occur on and off the golf course.

The Burden of Success

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
March 3, 2025
Kendrick Lamar performing center stage at the Haltime Show of the Super Bowl.

The Notorious Kendrick Lamar Halftime Show

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
February 11, 2025
Athletic Director Jim Peeples prepares to take the stage in the Piedmont Theatre production of “9 to 5.” Peeples will play the character Tinsworthy in the production. (@piedmontuniversitytheatre on Instagram)

From the Field to the Stage: Jim Peeples Joins Piedmont Theatre in “9 to 5”

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
February 10, 2025
BSG prides itself in community ties and providing a space for members to gather. As pictured, BSG hosts a thursday night acoustic group for locals.

Local Coffee Shop BSG: A Hidden Gem

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
February 5, 2025
Donovan's gathering around their family tree during Christmas 2020 with sentimental ornaments on display.

[Photo] Bye-Bye Christmas Tree, Hello New Years

January 23, 2025
Senior Sarah Fox taking a study break to check out the Piedmont Barstool Account.

Piedmont Barstool: New Owner? New Ideas?

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
December 3, 2024
Mr. King at the grill after rush hour in the cafe.

Mr. King’s Retirement Rumor Laid to Rest

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
December 2, 2024
Freshman Sarah Sanabia in her match during the Piedmont Invitational.

Fall Tennis Recap

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
November 8, 2024
Jaemor Farms’ Corn Maze During Their 2022 Harvest Celebration.

Habersham Area Fall Festivities

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
October 8, 2024
Student parking lot outside of Sewell Education Building.

Campus Parking Changes

Connor Lane and Erin Donovan
September 11, 2024
The Village at Piedmont University.

Campo Cracking Down

Erin Donovan, Online Editor
September 11, 2024
After becoming Piedmont's first-ever national champion last spring, Josh Hebrink is facing the added pressure of being the best.

Hebrink channels pressure of being a national champion

Erin Donovan
November 14, 2023
Sophomore Caitlyn Chilito putts the ball. Chilito led the Lady Lions in the final round of the Chick-fil-A Invitational, finishing with an 81.

Piedmont Sports Update: Nov. 6, 2023

Bailee Nolan and Erin Donovan
November 6, 2023
Senior Ricardo Ruiz makes a pass against Toccoa Falls on Monday. Ruiz, along with Brady Puckett, both scored goals on senior night as the Lions won 8-1.

Piedmont Sports Update: Oct. 10, 2023

Eric Edmonson, Jailyn Green, Erin Donovan, and Simon Johnstone
October 10, 2023
Senior Elissa Lotter dribbles past a defender. Lotter scored Piedmont's second goal against Agnes Scott, giving the Lady Lions a crucial 2-0 conference win.

Piedmont Sports Update: Oct. 2, 2023

Eric Edmonson, Erin Donovan, Jailyn Green, Nathan Mix, and Chloe Spradlin
October 2, 2023
Piedmont Sports Update: Sept. 18, 2023

Piedmont Sports Update: Sept. 18, 2023

Nathan Mix, Paige Kluba, Abbey Grace Venham, Bailee Nolan, Zane Brookshire, Erin Donovan, Eric Edmonson, and Simon Johnstone
September 18, 2023
Sophomore Erin Donovan tied for first place out of 81 golfers at the Transylvania Fall Invitational. PHOTO // JOSEPH GARWOOD

Piedmont Sports Update: Sept. 5, 2023

Pierce Crane, Erin Donovan, Jailyn Green, Dylan Bodney, Simon Johnstone, Bailee Nolan, Paige Kluba, Abbey Grace Venham, and Chloe Spradlin
September 6, 2023
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