Uplifting the black community is something that holds great importance to Larry Short III. He feels as if a point of emphasis among people should be to support one another rather than bring each other down. Short is a native of Hammond, La. and a double major in computer information systems and accounting at Grambling […]
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GSU and LA Tech celebrate collaboration, football match-up
The Grambling State University and Louisiana Tech University football teams celebrated their collaboration with each other at a luncheon at the Ruston Civic Center in early June. The purpose of the luncheon was to bring together both Louisiana Tech and Grambling State football teams for a community service event. Brian Howard, GSU’s Sports Information Director, […]
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Behind the Keys
A Grambling State University student is on a musical journey that many can only dream about. James Key III also know as JamesThe3rddd, is an up-and-coming producer and artist from Los Angeles. Key knew he had a love for music by the age of 2 and began playing drums and piano by the age of […]
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GSU licensing “GramFam” phrase
Jovan Hackley, Associate Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Marketing for Grambling State University, recently announced that the term “GramFam” is officially being licensed by GSU. Hackley made the announcement to a room full of staff members in early June. Once licensed, Grambling hold the intellectual property rights and will sell items with the […]
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Roebuck becomes first female band director
Since 1926, The World Famed Tiger Marching Band has been known for making history from performing in the first super bowl, Coca-Cola and Cartoon Network commercials as well as multiple presidental inauguration parades. Now, the World Famed Marching Band is making history again by naming Dr. Nikole Roebuck the New Head Director of Bands and […]
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Jimerson, Robinson finish first at Southern Miss.
Maurice Robinson Aneisha Bell came in eighth in the discus with a 41.52 meter hurl. GSU Athletics/Courtesy photo The Grambling State men’s and women’s track team competed in the Southern Miss. Open over the weekend of April 26 and 27 in Hattiesburg, Miss. The men’s side was led by Maurice Robinson, who landed in […]
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LEDAY: Farewell from the Editor-in-chief
Raven LeDay is a graduate student in public administration from Dallas, Texas. Issues published under LeDay’s advisement. Raven LeDay/The Gramblinite I appreciate everyone that had a hand in the production of The Gramblinite. To Ms. Peters, thank you for reminding me to laugh even when “the going gets tough.” To Mr. Barnett, thank you for […]
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BEYCHELLA
Beyonce Knowles is photographed with the Orchesis Dance Company and members of World Famed Tiger Marching Band. Courtesy photo Beyoncé has put a true stamp of approval on The Grambling State University. After collaborating with Adidas, Beyoncé invited Grambling’s World Famed Marching Band to represent her at “Beychella” at Coachella, an annual music festival held […]
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GSU mourns student, son
The funeral for Kendra Butler, 35, and Remington Butler, 14, will be this Sunday at Temple Baptist Church. That’s at 1515 S Service Rd W. The service begins at 2:30 p.m. Courtesy photo Red “X” marks home where Kendra Butler and son lived. Raven LeDay/The Gramblinite Businesses salvage what that can following deadly storm. Parts […]
