The Grambling State family morns the lost of two of its students as the fall 2006 semester kicks off. Joseph Leonard was elated when he was accepted to Grambling State University. He was a physics major. Because of his self study, he often times carried on conversations with professionals, doctors, and scientist, etc., about their […]
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Cover girl featured as JET Week Beauty
Shanica Thompson, of West Monroe, will be featured in the Sept. 11 issue of JET Magazine as the Beauty of the Week. She is currently a psychology major at Grambling State University. At GSU she was crowned Miss Cover Girl 2006 in March and is a member of the Grambling State University Marching Band. Her […]
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Dupree, Dennis chosen to lead freshman class
Freshman elections were held in the lobby of the Men’s Gym on campus Friday Aug. 25. Although active campaigning began August 23 it peaked Friday morning when all candidates were actively seeking votes. Although the voting turnout was not as high as in previous years, both the presidential and Miss Freshman race were closely […]
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Outkast does it again with hip-hop musical
Every generation has a person or group of people who challenge the norm and are considered trendsetters. By far, Outkast holds the title for our generation. From music to movies, the Atlanta duo has been on top of the music game since they stepped on the scene in 1994 with their certified Platinum debut album […]
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GSU loses a precious Jewel
Funeral services for Jewell Dukes Wiley, a member of the Grambling State University office of registrar, will be held Saturday, Sept. 9, at New Rocky Valley B.C. at 11 a.m. Jewell was the 14th child of the late Freddie Dukes and Cora Sparks Dukes. She was born February 3, 1949, in Lake Providence. Jewell learned […]
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Making unions last through ministry
With the U.S. divorce rate as high as 38%, it is no wonder that couples are seeking counseling or participating in marriage ministries in an effort to make their unions last. At New Living Word Ministry, couples are afforded the opportunity to participate in a marriage ministry that is Word-based and fun. Jerry Baldwin, the […]
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Thank God that football has returned
Ah, yes. Life is great again. Why do I say that you might ask? As I am sure most of you know, 2006 NCAA football has already started, and NFL football is own its way in less than a week, and I am overjoyed that they are back. I have been wringing my hands since […]
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Online gamers gearing up for fantasy football season
All across the United States, football fans are gearing up for a new season. While most fans simply flop down on their couches for college and pro games every week, an ever-increasing number of fans take part in interactive versions of America’s true favorite pastime. Many choose to plunk down $50 for the newest version […]
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Looking for love; trust God
By now campus is settling down from all of the registration pandemonium, and the freshmen along with upperclassmen are getting a feel of campus life. Many people are meeting for the first time and emotions are starting to become established. Just during this first three weeks of school many people have already found that special […]
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G-Men lose nail-biter to Hampton Pirates
The Tigers of Grambling State lost what turned out to be a very exciting season-opener against Hampton by a one-point margin, 27-26, in the first-ever overtime game for Coach Melvin Spears. The game, which was held at Legion Field in Birmingham, was televised nationally on ESPN2, and fans of both GSU and Hampton were able […]