The Vermilion

The Vermilion The Vermilion is UL Lafayette's student-run paper, produced weekly for UL students.

The Vermilion is the University of Louisiana at Lafayette's premier student-run newspaper since 1904 and houses university news, student opinion pieces, Louisiana Ragin' Cajun sports and more. Operated entirely by and for students, the Vermilion releases new issues every Wednesday and website content every day. The ideas shared via opinionated editorials and student columns do not necessarily reflect the ideas and opinions of the Vermilion. All current UL Lafayette students are welcome to send in responses, letters to the editor and opinion pieces to [email protected].

The Vermilion 123 Issue 4
10/01/2026

The Vermilion 123 Issue 4

October 1, 2026 PDFDownload

The Vermilion Volume 123 Issue 4 Comic
10/01/2026

The Vermilion Volume 123 Issue 4 Comic

Comic by Sadie Lynn Burrell

Speech and Debate travels to Texas State for first seasonal tournament
10/01/2026

Speech and Debate travels to Texas State for first seasonal tournament

If you’re anything like me, you probably want to take full advantage of your college experience. Personally, this means joining campus organizations such as the University of Louisiana at Lafayette…

Merger of Acadiana News First
09/30/2026

Merger of Acadiana News First

The media landscape is rapidly changing, from sources of news like social media and streaming platforms to how fast information spreads. One of these changes includes the ongoing merger of ABC affi…

Bruno Mars in the Superdome: A fan review of the Romantic Tour
09/30/2026

Bruno Mars in the Superdome: A fan review of the Romantic Tour

To Bruno Mars; dare I say, you are the greatest performer of all time (after Michael Jackson of course). On Sept. 16, Mars entered into the roaring streets of New Orleans to perform his Romantic To…

Ragin' Cajun mascots of the past
09/30/2026

Ragin' Cajun mascots of the past

More than a decade ago, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns stopped having an official mascot, ever since Cayenne, the personified red-hot chili pepper, faded out of the scene. B…

The Hilliard’s fall exhibitions are a walk through culture and time
09/30/2026

The Hilliard’s fall exhibitions are a walk through culture and time

Seasons change, and we adjust accordingly. We move from the blistering days of summer that seemed to last forever, to the swift change of fall where it seems time escapes us. Change means progress,…

A taste of Vietnam in Lafayette
09/30/2026

A taste of Vietnam in Lafayette

Located at 2865 Ambassador Caffery Parkway, Sàigòn Noodles is a local Vietnamese restaurant specializing in traditional dishes such as pho, rice plates, noodles and appetizers. With a variety of op…

Saints start 1–1 with very strong performances in first two weeks
09/29/2026

Saints start 1–1 with very strong performances in first two weeks

The New Orleans Saints are turning a lot of heads after only two weeks into the 2026 NFL season. Almost coming back to win in overtime against the Detroit Lions in week one and upsetting the Baltim…

University plans to grow student body amidst enrollment declines
09/29/2026

University plans to grow student body amidst enrollment declines

Every semester, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette takes a count of all students on the 14th day of classes, this is known as Census Day. On Sept. 11, 2026, the Census Day for this semester r…

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