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Celebrating 110 years

Grambling State University kicked off its 110th anniversary with a breakfast. The breakfast was held Friday in GSU’s Black and Gold Room.GSU president Dr. Frank G. Pogue spoke of the school’s rich history, heritage and future. GSU has grown from 200 acres to 444 acres, from one main building too over 100 buildings, from no […]

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Reminder to use protection

When preparing for college, you plan for academics, future endeavors and protecting yourself from the dangers on campus. Not only referring to just security precautions but also STDs. The issue among college campuses and students is simple automatic thought of safety, therefore not getting tested when the problem becomes too late. STDs spread across America […]

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20-somethings not sexually indestructible, STDs do exist

Young people can and do acquire sexually transmitted diseases, despite many believing that they have sexual invincibility. The mental “S” on some chests is as likely to indicate syphilis as it is to reflect a Superman or Superwoman. Sexually transmitted diseases can stem from risky behaviors including vaginal, anal and oral sex. Of course, every […]

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Mass comm alum continuing road to success

Nicholas Love is a Fall 2006 graduate of Grambling State University. Love received his baccalaureate degree in the field of mass communication specializing in the area of broadcast and is currently working on his Masters of Science in Sports Administration at GSU. During his stint at GSU his campus activities entailed: The World Famed Tiger […]

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GSU’s enrollment remains a concern

Enrollment and retention rates at Grambling State University continue to decline and are a cause of concern for officials. The Office of Planning & Institutional Research tracks these figures and while the figures generally fluctuate, the last two years saw a drop from approximately five to four thousand students.Registration was extended twice, and as of […]

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AKAs spread breast cancer awareness

During the GSU-Prairie View basketball game, the members of the Alpha Theta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. partnered with Grambling State University’s Sports Radio Network and women’s basketball team, and hosted Pink Zone. In 2007, the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association began Pink Zone. It is an initiative to raise breast cancer awareness in […]

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Living it up for Rob

“Eddie G. Robinson is still bringing us together, and he will forever,” said university president Dr. Frank G. Pogue.This proved true as men, women and children came to join the Grambling State University family Sunday to celebrate Grambling’s legendary coach, Eddie G. Robinson’s 92nd birthday at his museum. It is impossible to go to Grambling […]

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Is social media killing the art of communication?

Constantly updating statuses, uploading content, scrolling timelines, pages and/or pictures could indicate mental health problems, according to experts.A psychologist linked Facebook and narcissism last year. CNN reported the finding, which was based on a small survey. The survey revealed that of the 100 college students polled, those with “narcissistic traits” relied more on displaying their […]

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Grammy Awards surprises

The 53rd Annual Grammy Awards took place in Los Angeles. The Grammys were filled with plenty of fashion, great performances and stars. The show featured amazing performances from Rihanna, Drake, Usher featuring Justin Bieber, Cee Lo Green, and there was also a star studded tribute to legendary soul singer Aretha Franklin.Lady Gaga also gave a […]