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BCM is impacting the campus through Christ

The Baptist Collegiate Ministry, commonly known as BCM, is a national student-led, Christ-centered ministry and collegiate organization that encourages students, faculty and staff to enhance and deepen their faith through various activities and functions. The ministry began on the campus of Grambling State in fall 2006 under the director of the Rev. Reginald Alford and […]

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A salute to Clara Miles, a student favorite

As a baby-faced freshman from Southern Louisiana, the Grambling atmosphere didn’t offer much that reminded me of home. Northern and Southern Louisiana are two vastly different worlds. The people, mind frames and lifestyles caused me to wonder if I would experience college life without going crazy. So I latched onto sentiments that reminded me of […]

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Thelma S. Williams: Grambling’s historian

Thinking of influential women in society, some turn to Harriet Tubman, Michelle Obama, or Oprah to give appreciation to during this month. Nonetheless, we shouldn’t forget to appreciate women here in the community who nurture us when we rarely notice it. From a simple smile from the janitor in the hallway, to encouraging words from […]

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Miss Cover Girl crowned

Lights flashed, cameras snapped and hair swung as 33 young women were featured in the 42nd Annual Miss Calendar Girl Scholarship Pageant. Girls from all over the world introduced themselves in hopes of becoming one of the lucky ladies to grace the cover and possibly snatch a month for the 2010- 2011 school calendar. Through […]

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I.M.S. shows style

The International Model Society, presented “Paperdolls” a fashion show. The distinguished event was held on March 18 in Grambling, LA, at 8 p.m. and showcased the collections of three young, remarkable designers in the industry. Paperdolls featured designers, with urban, fresh designs and provided them the opportunity to exhibit their ready-to-wear and avant-garde collections. Among […]

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My son’s effect on feminism

I think God has a sense of humor.I knew where I was going when I was younger. The feminist movement was well-established by the time I was growing up. Instead of Carol Brady, I was raised on Wonder Woman and Claire Huxtable. I watched films with strong female characters that were well-employed and independent. I […]

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RAP SMART TO BE SET APART

Making SMARTS (Sophisticated Movement And Revolutionizing Thoughts) is 19-year-old sophomore Marcus Brandon, who might be young, but is timeless with the artistic style to make beats and rap. The computer information systems major is a native of Atlanta who also hails from Bastrop. Brandon was interviewed and given the opportunity to showcase his character, from […]

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Fitness challenge boosts opportunities

The Grambling State University Army ROTC and the Louisiana National Guard’s hosted the “Tiger Tough Fitness Challenge” on Tuesday. The students earned some prizes as well as learned about opportunities and other useful information, such as the benefits of the program.The Tiger Tough Fitness Challenge event is not a stranger to the campus. This physical […]

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Accidental crash into Long Jones Hall

Around 1:20 p.m. today three sophomore were involved in a car accident. The driver’s name was Diona Jones who suffered a minor cut below her eye. Passengers Jaquia Reid and Latonya Copeland weren’t harmed. While coming around the corner toward Long Jones Hall, Jones had an asthma attack, blacked out and run her Jeep into […]

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AKAs honor two as part of Founders’ Day

On Sunday, Epsilon Psi Omega, Grambling’s graduate chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., presented its 102nd Founders’ Day Observance. The program was held in Grambling State University’s School of Nursing Auditorium.The theme for the observance was Ordinary People Doing Extra-Ordinary Things, which was befitting since community service awards were given to Valena P. Lane […]