Services was held for David Lee Lewis, retired criminal justice professor at Grambling State University, Thursday, June 19 at New Living Word Ministries in Ruston. He departed this life on Tuesday, June 10 at his home in Ruston. Mr. Lewis (fondly referred to as “Big Daddy”) was born July 25, 1936 to the union of […]
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GSU chemistry major awarded 2008 UNCF Merck research scholarship
Eual A. Phillips Jr., a Grambling State chemistry major, was awarded a $25,000 United Negro College Fund Merck Undergraduate Science Research scholarship for the 2008-09 academic year.Phillips said that he had seen the scholarship pamphlet since he was a freshman. However, when he attended the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority students as a junior, […]
Promotion comes from the Lord
James 4:10 says, Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He shall lift you up. And Proverbs 21:1 complements this scripture by adding, The king’s heart is in the hand of the Lord, as the rivers of water: He turneth it withersoever He will. I don’t know about you, but I take great […]
‘Visit Us’ is upon us
As the fall school year rolls around slowly, it is obvious to see the hard work put into to the campus, as it prepares for the upcoming freshman. In fall 2007, Grambling State University admitted 2,017 new freshman; however, this year for fall 2008, the numbers are expected to increase drastically. Why would the enrollment […]
Big $$$ for Grambling
Grambling’s Bingo Palace is on the road to success! Conveniently located in the Old Grambling Plaza, it is an environment for individuals seeking a place to relax or seek excitement. Owners Kyle Kershaw and Brett Sulzer have not only created an establishment where adults ages 21 and older can pass time pleasantly, but also an […]
Broadway hosts football camp
Many athletes spend their summers improving their athletic skills. One way they do this is by attending sports camps such as the second annual Rod Broadway Football Camp held on the campus of Grambling State University June 22-27.The goal of the football camp was to provide campers with the finest football instruction possible in all […]
Reflections on why students attend Grambling
Grambling State University is known throughout the country and in most parts of the world. The university’s population is composed of a variety of faces and colors, but why do so many make GSU their choice? Some of the reasons students say they are attending Grambling range from family, scholarships, and cheaper price. The students […]
New coach at the helm for GHS football
The Grambling High School football team will have a new leader for the upcoming season as newly hired head football coach Cedric Sherrod will look to improve the team. With the improvement, he is looking for three goals for the team this year.“We are looking at discipline, organization and leadership.” The former offensive coordinator of […]
50 soar in High Ability
“Since the administration of Dr. Joseph B. Johnson, the High Ability Program has been around,” said Veterine Simpson, director of Retention and the High Ability Program. Simpson has been the program’s director for three years. The High Ability Program at GSU is enrichment for high school juniors (rising seniors) who have exemplified outstanding academic standards […]
GSU, Southern hold joint national conference
For the first time in history, Grambling State University and Southern University held a joint alumni conference. The conference, held in New Orleans, featured activities such as business meetings, a life members breakfast, a boat ride, and banquet. Thomas N. Todd, a 1963 graduate of Southern and long-time supporter of GSU, was the speaker for […]