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Minimalism is the name of the game when it comes to this fall’s fashion. Vogue has made every effort to showcase the wonderful world of simplistic The fall season inspires form fitting attire such as blissful blazers, chic capes and lovely lace. These garments are diverse. You can find an array of colors and patterns […]

As the recession rages and season changes, millions prepare for fall fashion. The Gramblinite contacted Jeannie Mai, the host of E! Entertainment Television’s hit show How Do I Look? for insight about the industry, her life and style tips. How Do I Look? participants are usually selected after a friend or family member complained about […]

The first of three political forums featuring candidates for elective office in Grambling will be held Tuesday, Sept. 7, at 6:30 p.m. at the Grambling Community Center.In this first forum, candidates for mayor will have an opportunity to present their platform, after which citizens will be able to ask questions. The next two forums for […]

If you have ever attended church service on campus or in the area, you have to experience The Church Of The Champions. The church is already breaking ground, pastored by Henry Tolbert with his wife LaToya Tolbert.The Tolberts are no strangers to the campus, struggles of young adults and the local spiritual scene. Both are […]

In light of the recent Dr. Laura Shlessinger controversy, it is a good time to address the effect of “nigger” in 21st century American culture. This article, however, is not about that particular controversy; there are already enough blogs and news outlets discussing Dr. Laura.The topic examined here is the mysterious power that nigger holds […]

Whatever we have heard so far about the current and future budget cuts in higher education in Louisiana might as well be true. Economic crisis has engulfed the United States for last two years and is generating desperation and hopelessness. Higher education in Louisiana had been under tremendous challenges in the past two decades. As […]

The Student Government Association held an interest meeting and nomination convention earlier this week for potential class leaders and queens. While vacancies exist throughout SGA, Miss Freshman was the most sought after position with six ladies nominated. The only position in which no one was nominated was freshman class secretary. Candidates will be given an […]

All university parking areas are zoned, reserved or restricted, and all parked vehicles must display Grambling State University parking permits appropriate to where they are parked.The vehicle registrant will be responsible for all tickets issued to his/her vehicle, including violations incurred by family members and other drivers. Students who owe the university traffic fines will […]

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 […]

The Shreveport Journalism Foundation is seeking applicants for the two $1,000 scholarships it gives in memory of veteran journalists Orland Dodson and Kerry Garland. The scholarships are available to college juniors and seniors who are majoring in journalism or public relations and who reside or attend a four-year college in the 10 Northwest Louisiana parishes […]