ABOUT THE PERFORMERS: Young Thug By TRICEE NELSON Contributing writer One of the artists performing for this year’s spring fest concert is Young Thug, a Southwest Atlanta-based rap artist that’s known for being wild, blunt and for being one of the most trending artists out right now. Young Thug Born Jeffery Williams, Young Thug, or […]
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Much anticipated StrutLA ‘Chains’ show postponed
StrutLA Modeling Troupe was scheduled to showcase a show called “Modern Chains” Thursday but it might not take place or be postponed. “Canceling the show is the very last option. I don’t want to postpone the show because we have designers that are already scheduled to come down here that day. This is really messed […]
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Fox’s ‘Empire’ returns for second sizzling season
Empire is a fan favorite drama television series that airs on Fox. Fans all over the United States anticipated on the season premiere this past week. The series was created by Lee Daniels and Danny Strong and was inspired by James Goldman’s play “The Lion in Winter.” Empire is about a hip-hop artist and CEO […]
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CAMPUS BRIEFS
The Office of Retention releases student subject tutorial schedule The Grambling State University Office of Retention has announced its tutorial schedule for the semester. Tutorials for biology 103, 104, 113 and 114, for chemistry 111 and English 101 and 102 will be held until April 29. For more information or to schedule a time contact […]
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Chemistry majors get training
Hands-on training for Grambling State University chemistry majors pursuing forensic chemistry concentration has gotten a boost in their field this semester. Students enrolled in the course Physical Methods in Forensic Chemistry (FCHE 302), have analyzed evidence collected from simulated crime scenes. This evidence includes fingerprints, handwritten notes, lipstick smears, bullet fragments, and shell casings. […]
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Professor, organizations seek assistance
Dr. Frances Staten’s Service Learning Classes Sociology and Anthropology, and the Black Empowerment Apprenticeship Program (BEAP) – the ongoing Service Project of Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences, seeks the assistance of the Grambling community. “The groups are requesting a one dollar donation from the Grambling State University’s family and the surrounding […]
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Dance Explosion 2016! almost here
Dance Explosion 2016! will take place on April 16. Don't forget to get your tickets at danceexplosion2016.eventbrite.com to register for classes. Remember, tickets are currently at a discounted rate of $20. If you have 10 or more in a group to participate and take all five classes, tickets are only $50 per person. If you […]
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SLI volunteers at call center
The Student Leadership Initiative program (SLI) volunteered their time this week to lend a helping hand to the admissions and recruitment call center. “We call people who are missing parts of their admission application so that they can receive their status and be fully admitted if eligible,” said Zaphany Banks, who is a freshman majoring […]
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Grambling State currently hosting national theater festival
The Best is Yet to Come is the theme of the 2016 conference of the National Association of Dramatic and Speech Arts, which is being held on the campus of Grambling State University. Tico Wells The conference, which started Wednesday, April 6 and will run through Saturday, April 9, includes workshops, competitions and performances. In […]
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Job-creating economic development project announced
The City of Grambling; Kimble Development; Enhanced Community Development LLC, a subsidiary of Enhanced Capital; Hamptons Roads Ventures LLC; and First NBC Bank recently announced an economic development project to provide residents of Grambling, Louisiana, with much-needed retail options, including the town’s only conventional grocery store and pharmacy. Called the Legends Square Retail Development, the […]