With recent issues between Aramark and the students, Aramark has decided to have a sit down and personally talk with the students about the food being served on campus. On Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, a panel of Aramark employees sat down with students, some who were athletes, international students, and Student […]
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Annual Organizational Fair held
On Sept. 19, 2018 the annual Organizational Fair took place here on Grambling State University located on the Quad at 5:00pm. Students were filled with curiosity and amazement about all the organization’s the campus had to offer. The purpose of the Organization Fair was to inform students about the different organizations and clubs that […]
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A Gem at Grambling
They say the pearl is the queen of jewelry. Some say diamonds are a girl’s best friend but there is a precious gem surrounding Grambling. She holds stability, peace, and perspective. Her name is Jade “Lipstick Junkie” Boykins-Humphrey, a graduating senior from southwest Atlanta. Inspired by ATLlien radio personalities Jazzy McBee and Frank Ski, Jade […]
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Alpha Theta Chapter hosts Pilates class
The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., closed the week with Pilates in the Men’s Gym. Ariana Oliver, is a 21-year-old senior biology major from Austin, Texas, and she is over the Women’s Health and Fitness committee. Focused on targeting women’s health and wellness, Oliver figured Pilates was a great start, as […]
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SLI Induction Ceremony
The Student Leadership Initiative introduced their Cohort IV on Thursday on September 20th, 2018, their fourth annual induction ceremony at the Betty E. Smith Nursing Building auditorium. 71 new members were added to the organization recognizing their leadership in the community of the selected group. The ceremony had begun with the invocation by […]
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Student Leadership Initiative Week
The members of the President’s Student Leadership Initiative have created a new tradition which they hope to maintain for years to come. The organization is a leadership development program focused on improving study skills and personal development and receiving necessary preparation for a successful college and professional career. SLI week was created to garner […]
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GSU alum opens restaurant in Choudrant
A new restaurant hopes to bring great food and family values to the black community. Choudrant’s newest restaurant opened September 1, serving soul food for dine in and take out. Called Soulfood Kitchen, the new arrival is located at 3731 Elm Drive off Interstate 20 exit 93. The Southern restaurant offers plate breakfast and […]
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Eddie the Tiger cleanup
In recognition of Founders week at Grambling State University, the Student Government Association (SGA) held a “Cleaning Eddie the Tiger” event on Monday, Sept. 24 at 5 p.m. Eddie the Tiger is a statue named after legendary football coach, Eddie G. Robinson. It is located in the center of GSU’s campus across from Long-Jones […]
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Embracing Grambling tradition
On Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018, students, faculty, and staff members of Grambling State University gathered in T.H. Auditorium to attend the Founder’s Day Convocation and to celebrate the 117th anniversary of the institution. The Grambling State University Founder’s Celebration was initiated in 1979. It is an entire week that commemorates the legacy of GSU’s […]
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Visitation policy: protection or oppression?
With the recent introduction of a visitation policy on the campus of Grambling State University, students have said they feel a sense of disconnection from the current atmosphere. Meanwhile, the Grambling State University Police Department has defended their actions. In an effort to regain control of who is on campus, GSUPD has issued […]