Grambling State University held a coronation on Sept. 16 in T.H. Harris Audito- rium. Students, faculty and guests gathered to witness the 2021-22 Royal Court be- ing crowned. The auditorium was filled with guests, and COVID-19 safety protocols were in place as well. The royal court was introduced at the event centered around the theme, […]
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New COVID requirements to attend home games
With thousands of Tigers ready to fill up the Eddie G. Rob- inson stadium, Grambling State University announced the new COVID-19 precautions in order to attend games. Grambling State University will require all guests visiting Ed- die G. Robinson Memorial Stadi- um, 12 years of age and older to provide proof of vaccination or a negative […]
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Pitcher Abdul sets up shop for MA12 Sports Appeal after NCAA ruling
The NCAA recently passed a rule allowing student athletes to now use their name, image and likeness to benefit themselves. Malik Abdul, a pitcher at Grambling State University, has taken that into an advantage of in his life off the field. Abdul is a starting pitcher from Detroit, Michigan who has a clothing brand he […]
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HBCU and SWAC sports in the limelight
Historically Black Colleges sports have been receiving wide recognition with abundant media coverage and big-time commitments to universities over the beginning of the fall season. HBCUs are known to be rich in culture and tradition and are celebrated worldwide. It is no secret that HBCUs have produced many many great athletes and hall of famers […]
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NAACP has strong start to fall semester
NAACP President NaKiyah Scott started the fall semester off strong for her organization with events. As new students on campus are looking to get involved in a lot of organizations and groups on campus Scott knew exactly what to do — to show open arms. The NAACP held an “Meet the E-Board” and “Virtual Membership […]
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Satterfield leads ROTC squad
Grambling State University student J’Hade Satterfield is a staff sergeant and squad leader for the Reserve Officers' Training Corps. She is also a private first class in the United States Military. Satterfield helps the ROTC program at Grambling State University by being a leader at all times and practicing healthy and responsible habits. “I am […]
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GSU alum Clark asks voters to pass library tax
Lincoln Parish is at risk of losing its library if the Oct. 9 tax renewal vote does not pass. Dr. Augusta Clark, President of the library board, told The Gramblinite the tax is important for all parish residents. Clark has been on the Lincoln Parish Library board for about 12 years and is […]
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FSUB offers ways for students to enjoy, get engaged at GSU
Favrot Student Union Board is an organization many students get involved in on the campus of Grambling State University. Each semester the organization plans events for each semester for the campus and staff to give the community a stress reliever outside of class. Vice President Renard Woodard, a Baton Rouge native, has a lot to […]
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Van Meter promotes Groove Phi Groove at GSU
Tierre Van Meter is on a mission to bring back and recruit new members to Groove Phi Groove (G-Phi-G) at Grambling State University. Van Meter is a graduate of Grambling State University class of 2000, a resident of Oakland, Calif. and member of the non-greek social organization Groove Phi Groove Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, […]
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Funeral service for Huey Prymus III
Huey Prymus III died Sunday, Sept. 5, 2021 after testing positive for Covid. Prymus, 38, was a 2004 graduate of Grambling State University. He worked for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for 14 years. “He was loved and respected by all who worked with him,” his co-worker Parole Division Director Rene Hinojosa said in […]