Lately, males in society have been deviating from the traditional low-cuts and fade hairstyles. Just about everything under the sun has been done, so this current cultural phenomena isn’t new. During the counter cultural movement in the 1960s, males grew and wore long hair as an act of individualism and rebellion. In the 1970s, people […]
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Students take part in project
Many people wouldn’t like spending time in the cemetery, but a group of Grambling State University students did just that on Sept. 26. The students participated in Dr. Frances Staten’s long-running Cemetery Preservation and Beautification Service Learning Project. As part of the project, GSU students gathered at Grambling Memorial Cemetery and cared for gravesites by […]
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Student releases sports magazine
Joshua Freeman began to formulate ideas for his magazine months ago in his hometown of Baton Rouge. Now, he’s ready to make a name for himself right here on Grambling’s campus. “I began the company in Baton Rouge,” said Freeman about his hometown decision. “When I decided to create the magazine, I had to file […]
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2K Sports releases NBA 2K14 with new features
Tuesday morning, 2K Sports once again releases the No. 1 rated NBA basketball video game NBA 2K14 at midnight. The game is developed by the company Visual Concepts and published by 2K Sports. The game was released on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. It will also be released In November for the new upcoming systems […]
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6 walk-ons added to GSU men’s basketball squadtbal
After completing four intensive days of tryouts, the Grambling State University head men’s basketball coach has made the final cuts for this year’s team. The coaching staff selected six walk-ons: Travis Hawkins, Velario Altherimer, Tyron Bain, Dion Watson, Isaiah Patterson and Reginald Smith. They will join four returning players: Terry Rose, Steven Danridge, Brauhnye Turner […]
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Area community reflects on life of GSU alum
Over a thousand people showed up Friday, Sept. 26 and Saturday to celebrate the life of the legendary chef and owner of Brother’s Seafood, Orlando Leanord Chapman. The 49-year-old died on Tuesday, Sept. 24 of cardiac arrest, when he fell into Cross Lake. On Friday, the viewing of his body was held at Praise Temple […]
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Symposium on JFK set for Saturday in Dallas
Nov. 22 marks the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, an event that affected Dallas and the entire nation. On Saturday, the Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture, along with its program partners, will present a daylong symposium, “Understanding Tragedy: the Impact of the JFK Assassination on Dallas.” National and […]
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A New York holiday’
Hip-hop mogul Shawn Carter, otherwise known as Jay Z, can now add luxury brand designer to his list of accomplishments. Besides having a wife who has synonymously taken over runways and stores, he’s partnering with top fashion house Barneys for a limited multi-clothing label called “A New York Holiday”. Even though the rapper has already […]
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Nintendo visionary dies at 85
More than earthquakes are shaking up Japan as it’s citizens mourn the loss of one of their most influential businessman. Nintendo President Hiroshi Yamauchi was pronounced dead at age 85. According to the company, Yamauchi died of pneumonia in a Japanese hospital in Kyoto. He is succeeded by his eldest son Katsuhito Yamauchi. Hiroshi […]