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Historian and former Pontiac, Mich. mayor, Willie W. Payne, will lecture during Black History Month as part of the “Brown Bag Lecture Series.” The series is being presented by The Earl Lester Cole Honors College in conjunction with the Criminal Justice Department of Grambling State University and will be held in Room 12, Woodson Hall, […]

Family members, friends, athletes and supporters from around the country will converge on the campus of Grambling State University this weekend for the grand opening of the much-anticipated Eddie G. Robinson Museum.Guest speakers include Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin and Brian Kelly, head football coach for Notre Dame University.Interim President Frank G. Pogue described […]

“We are changing…. Grambling State University,” said interim President Dr. Frank G. Pogue to an attentive and diverse audience at the fifth annual International Food and Culture Celebration in the Black & Gold room Monday evening. “Since most American students will not be afforded the opportunity to travel to the countries represented here tonight and […]

A lawsuit in the death of would-be Grambling State basketball player Henry White was filed against GSU and the University of Louisiana System Friday, Jan. 29. White, a 21-year-old junior transfer, collapsed after a pre-season conditioning exercise on Aug. 14. Twelve days later, White died at a Shreveport hospital. “From (the) Louisiana and the NCAA […]

When you think of who’s banging in music, who do you think of? Most likely someone who is blazing the lime light with rhythmic patterns and killer beats that are highlighted by an undeniable, futuristic swag. From rap to pop, to R&B, to rock, even the high tempo New Orleans bounce, we all have experienced […]

Invitees to the 5th Annual International Food and Culture Celebration Night can expect the unexpected at the dinner and cultural affair slated for Feb. 1 in the Black and Gold room at 5 p.m. More than 440 International students are enrolled at Grambling State University . They represent approximately 40 cultures. The event is facilitated […]

Rumors of Garner,Hunter and Robinson Hall’s demolition at the end of this semester were laid to rest by the Director of Residential Life Anthony Jackson.Jackson said he is unaware of the origins of these rumors, and assured residents that those allegations are untruthful and unsubstantiated. He said if there were such a decision, he would […]

As the administrative departments of Grambling State University are back from the Christmas holidays, it is imperative that students review the milestones facing the university, including the Accreditation reaffirmation process conducted by Southern Accreditation Commission on Colleges and Universities (SACS). SACS Accreditation Reaffirmation Process is no more than a Management Audit of an institution and […]

Haiti was rocked by a 7.0 earthquake which has left the capital city of Port-au-Prince practically in ruins on Jan. 12. At present, the death toll is estimated to be in high thousands. Many government agencies and non-profit organizations have extended a helping hand and are seeking donations and support from individuals. However, numerous scammers […]

The Longevity Project of Grambling State University’s Social Research Club will pay tribute to super-centenarian Maggie Renfro in a video/Power Point presentations at her memorial service and homegoing celebration.The memorial service will be held at St. Rest Baptist Church in Minden on Friday, and the homegoing will be Saturday, at 11 a.m., at Pleasant Valley […]