Dr. Wilton Barham, a professor in the College of Education at Grambling State University, passed away Tuesday. Funeral arrangements were pending at press time.He taught introductory, intermediate and advanced research methods/designs and statistics. Barham was head of the Department of Educational Leadership; director of doctoral programs; campus director for the Louisiana Education Consortium (LEC); and […]
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A look at NBA basketball conference semi-finals
ense battles in the conference semi-finals. Starting off the semi-finals were the Boston Celtics and the Cleveland Cavaliers, making Saturday night’s game a competitive battle to see who wanted it more.After beating the Chicago Bulls to advance to the next round, the Cavs had intentions on going in with a different type of approach than […]
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Houston alumni chapter gives back
When Grambling State University sends out a call for assistance, the Douglas L. Williams (DLW) alumni chapter of Houston gladly responds.”We have dedicated alumni that are working very hard in supporting Grambling State University,” said Dwight L. Moore, chapter president.The DLW Alumni Chapter host fundraisers such as their annual Crawfish Boil to assist GSU. In-coming […]
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FSUB president sends out thanks
I love Grambling State University! If I could put it in writing I would, but I guess some emotions weren’t meant for pen and paper. It took some time because, like every other homesick disgruntled freshman, I was quick to express my angst with the place that I would call my home and grow to […]
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Historic education official to be graduation speaker
Dr. Muriel A. Howard, president of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, will be speaker for spring commencement.The graduation ceremonies will be held at 10 a.m. May 15 in the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center.Graduation practice is set for 9 a.m. Wednesday in the Assembly Center.Dr. Howard is the first African-American to lead […]
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SGA leader bids farewell to GSU
Fellow Gramblinites:For the past year, it has been my honor to serve as your SGA president. For me this has been a period of progress but yet a time set apart. Today, in my final message to you, I would like to deliver a very simple and heartfelt message: Thank you. Before I depart, I […]
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Little Caesars pizza comes to Ruston
Wait, Stop! I know that is not a Little Caesars in the middle of Ruston. I busted out with joy as I rode past the restaurant in shock. As a student living 19 hours away from home seeing things that remind me of home is always good but to be able to taste them remind […]
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Laboratory school students receive etiquette tips
In an effort to prepare young ladies for prom and life, Torry Dean hosted an etiquette seminar for female juniors and seniors at Grambling High.Hazel D. Hunter was the guest presenter. She discussed table manners, good posture and the appropriate manner in which ladies should carry themselves. Also, she showed them how to properly sit, […]
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A look into the SGA president’s head
As the term of Student Government Association president nears, Steven Jackson gives reflections of the years.Q: As you look back on your term as SGA president, what do you feel was your biggest accomplishment?A: I feel my biggest accomplishment was seeing the fee for the renovation for a new state-of-the-art library be passed. Q: Is […]
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Miss Black and Gold informs high school females
Recently, Valencia A. Chafford, Grambling State University’s Miss Black and Gold 2009-10, had a chance to continue implementing her platform Self-Esteem: Build Your Own Team.In an effort to help prepare them for prom, Chafford spoke to the female juniors and seniors at Grambling High School. She spoke about low self-esteem and how it can play […]