Dear editor:I greet you in the Name of My Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Welcome back to Tiger land, back to Grambling State University. We are elated that many of you chose to return for the fall semester. We are praying for your success. Success comes at a price. I am sure you have counted […]
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Contest fosters dialogue on armed conflict
In an effort to give young people a stronger voice concerning pressing humanitarian issues, the International Committee of the Red Cross is launching a global “young reporter” competition, aimed at enabling people from 18 to 25 years old to better understand how violence affects young lives. The “young reporter” initiative coincides with the International Year […]
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GSU class works with Beapers
Young and younger minds combine to grow research and success. The Cultural Anthropology class at Grambling State University, taught by Dr. Frances Staten combined with BEAPERS to complete a service research project. I felt this was a good group of young people to put together to help encourage them both,” said Staten. Both groups benefited […]
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Vice president of finance released
The former vice president for finance and administration Daarel Burnette was released by the administration.An e-mail from President Dr. Frank G. Pogue confirmed that Burnette was replaced by Leon Sanders, who also is experienced in this position. Sanders’ current position is interim vice president for finance and administration. A nationwide search for a permanent vice […]
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Grambling State alum writes book to enlighten others
Patrick LeBlanc, a 1982 graduate of Grambling High Labatory School and 1986 grad of GSU, has written a book. The book, “On Earth as it is in Heaven,” was published based on the experiences and knowledge of LeBlanc. “Every venue in our country whether legal or illegal has been desegregated with the exception being the […]
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Crime spreads in Arkansas town
Crossett, Ark. is a town of 5,381 that is noted for having a cost of living nearly 25 percent lower than the national average. The town recently had two murders. Demontrius Webb was killed by a .38 caliber handgun. Antonio Robinson of Pine Bluff was charged with first degree murder in connection to Webb’s death, […]
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Seven qualify in mayoral race
Seven people met the qualifications to run for Grambling’s mayoral seat in the Oct. 2 elections. Qualifying began July 7 and ended July 9. Candidates qualifying include Martha Andrus, Edward Jones, Alvin Bradley, Gary Dupree, Robert Wiley, and John Williams. Grambling businessman and former banker Robert Wiley announced his intention to run as a candidate […]
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Biting off all he can Chu
Local designer Michael “Mykal Chu” McClendon is establishing himself as a viable fashion force to be reckoned with. The Louisiana Tech fashion-merchandising senior is connected to his family, identity and craft. “I want people to know I dress the way I dress because this is my passion and my love, not because of my sexuality,” […]
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SGA hosts barbecue, sets coming events
The GSU Student Government Association hosted an Independence Day barbecue on July 4 in the quad. The event was an opportunity for fun, sun, music and second servings of JJ’s Cajun Kitchen grub with community members. While summer session students, friends and faculty attended, so did about 25 high school students in the High Ability […]
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National honors awarded to GSU Campus Ministry
Rev. Consuella “Connie” F. Breaux, executive director of United Campus Ministry and Wesley Foundation, accepted the “Campus Ministry of The Year Award” for the student leaders and community of Grambling State University on June 25.This occurred in Washington D.C. withNational Campus Ministry Association. It’s a professional organization for campus ministers whose mission is to empower […]