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 […]
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Tale of two artists: Interview with Young Dro, Dorrough
otégé of the artist known as T.I., Young Dro decided to pursue a rap career as an attempt to break the cycle of tribulations from hustling and inner city life. Much of his inspiration came from the success of one of his best friends, Chris “Daddy Mack” Smith from the rap sensation Kris Kros. Young […]
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Local church hosts first honor and heritage celebration achievement award
The Greater Jonesboro Church of God In Christ held a honor and heritage program Saturday, June 5. The program was held at the Zion Travel Family Life Center in Ruston.Honorees for 2010 include Helen P. Bryant, Harvie Johnson, and Johanna Robinson.The awards were given at the First Honor and Heritage Celebration-an event established to recognize […]
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GSU is shortchanging its grads by not establishing alumni connection
Dear Editor:This is in regards to the article titled “Grambling State Senior accepted to Harvard” in the April 22, 2010, edition of The Gramblinite. I would like to commend Ms. Henry on her acceptance to Harvard University. Being accepted to an Ivy League university from an HBCU is not only a major accomplishment but also […]
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Engineering Technology students take trip
Students from the Engineering Technology Department at GSU recently toured the EXCO Operating Company, LP (Natural gas processing plant) in Quitman. Assistant professor John Frazier’s DET 305-CAD Pipe Drafting and Design class, consisting of junior and senior engineering technology majors were excited when they received an invitation to tour the plant. “The purpose of the […]
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Administrative assistants receives praise
GSU showed appreciation to its administrative assistants by hosting a week long of activities recently. Some of the activities included a brunch and fashion show put on by the SGA, a luncheon and a seminar held at the Grambling Hall.Phyllis Burton, secretary for the graduate program in the School of Social Work, was beaming with […]
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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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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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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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CJ Thomason sits on national board
Dr. Lurie Thomason of Grambling’s Criminal Justice Department has been appointed to serve on the National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice Board for the 2010-2011 year. Dr. Thomason has been teaching at Grambling State University for 15 years.He said it was an outstanding recognition and was ecstatic and honored about it.Thomason was awarded the […]