Patrick LeBlanc, a 1982 graduate of Grambling High Labatory School and 1986 grad of GSU, has written a book. The book, “On Earth as it is in Heaven,” was published based on the experiences and knowledge of LeBlanc. “Every venue in our country whether legal or illegal has been desegregated with the exception being the […]
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Grambling Students Travel to Africa
The students are winners of the Coca-Cola “Open Happiness Tour,” a video competition that sought creative and inspirational answers to the question: How does the Coca-Cola RAIN program inspire you? The Coca-Cola RAIN “Water for Schools” initiative helps provide safe drinking water for children in Africa and around the world.Pictured are student winners: Funbi Oluwole, […]
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National honors awarded to GSU Campus Ministry
Rev. Consuella “Connie” F. Breaux, executive director of United Campus Ministry and Wesley Foundation, accepted the “Campus Ministry of The Year Award” for the student leaders and community of Grambling State University on June 25.This occurred in Washington D.C. withNational Campus Ministry Association. It’s a professional organization for campus ministers whose mission is to empower […]
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GSU class works with Beapers
Young and younger minds combine to grow research and success. The Cultural Anthropology class at Grambling State University, taught by Dr. Frances Staten combined with BEAPERS to complete a service research project. I felt this was a good group of young people to put together to help encourage them both,” said Staten. Both groups benefited […]
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Biting off all he can Chu
Local designer Michael “Mykal Chu” McClendon is establishing himself as a viable fashion force to be reckoned with. The Louisiana Tech fashion-merchandising senior is connected to his family, identity and craft. “I want people to know I dress the way I dress because this is my passion and my love, not because of my sexuality,” […]
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Crime spreads in Arkansas town
Crossett, Ark. is a town of 5,381 that is noted for having a cost of living nearly 25 percent lower than the national average. The town recently had two murders. Demontrius Webb was killed by a .38 caliber handgun. Antonio Robinson of Pine Bluff was charged with first degree murder in connection to Webb’s death, […]
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Seven qualify in mayoral race
Seven people met the qualifications to run for Grambling’s mayoral seat in the Oct. 2 elections. Qualifying began July 7 and ended July 9. Candidates qualifying include Martha Andrus, Edward Jones, Alvin Bradley, Gary Dupree, Robert Wiley, and John Williams. Grambling businessman and former banker Robert Wiley announced his intention to run as a candidate […]
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Maybe a new ‘step’ for Grambling?
Stephric “Step” Garrett announced his plans as a candidate for mayor of the City of Grambling. The 35-year-old hopeful is a native of Folson, and a 1993 graduate of Covenington High School. “I’ve been a 16 year resident of this great city. During my time here, I have grown to love this small net town. […]
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Honoring Juneteenth
The city of Grambling will join cities around the country for Juneteenth Celebration. Grambling will begin its celebration Wednesday, June 16 and end on Sunday June 20.Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration of the end of slavery. The celebration takes its name from U.S. Army Major General Gordon’s June 19, 1865 proclamation, in Galveston, Texas […]
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GSU’s Shelby drafted by Baltimore Orioles
Grambling State Tigers senior outfielder Jeremy Shelby was taken in the 38th round of the 2010 Major League Baseball draft by the Baltimore Orioles.The Lexington, Ky., native becomes the first Tiger to go in the MLB draft since current interim head coach James Cooper was taken in the 33rd round as an outfielder by the […]