Rickenzie Johnikin Greetings! I am Rickenzie Leola Johnikin, a senior majoring in the broad field of Mass Communication and a native of Farmerville, La. I have the honor to serve as the 66th Miss Grambling State University. I would love to give a warm welcome to new and returning students, as well as faculty and […]
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Shooting incident during first week of the school year
Screenshot from video of shooting A shooting occurred in the early morning hours on Saturday, Aug. 24 on Grambling State University’s campus. The incident took place on The Yard, located between the Tiger Express and the Barnes and Noble bookstore. Based off video of the incident that was shared on social media, the shooting appears […]
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BEYCHELLA
Beyonce Knowles is photographed with the Orchesis Dance Company and members of World Famed Tiger Marching Band. Courtesy photo Beyoncé has put a true stamp of approval on The Grambling State University. After collaborating with Adidas, Beyoncé invited Grambling’s World Famed Marching Band to represent her at “Beychella” at Coachella, an annual music festival held […]
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GSU mourns student, son
The funeral for Kendra Butler, 35, and Remington Butler, 14, will be this Sunday at Temple Baptist Church. That’s at 1515 S Service Rd W. The service begins at 2:30 p.m. Courtesy photo Red “X” marks home where Kendra Butler and son lived. Raven LeDay/The Gramblinite Businesses salvage what that can following deadly storm. Parts […]
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Coop reaches milestone
James Cooper, a former MLB draft pick himself, has coached other players into the professional ranks over his 200 wins. GSU Athletics Cooper huddles with players on the mound during a game. Raven LeDay/The Gramblinite Cooper slaps hands with a player rounding bases after a homerun. Raven LeDay/The Gramblinite
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Deltas Week focuses on educational programs
Members of Delta Sigma Theta and Omega Psi Phi following a successful event. Courtesy photo The Delta Iota Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted Delta Week from April 15-19. The theme was based on Delta Airlines and each event was creatively named after airport components. Delta Week was planned by all members of […]
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Omegas at GSU bring home high honors
Members of the Gamma Gamma chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Courtesy photo The Gamma Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. represented Grambling State University very well at the 82nd annual 9th District meeting in Lafayette, Louisiana. This year they won the 9th District Social Action Chapter of the Year as well […]
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‘It’s Terry Lilly Time!’ Cheer coach promoted to oversee campus experience
Grambling State University recently showed great appreciation for a local gem. Coach Terry Lilly has officially been named Associate Dean of Students for the Student Experience on campus. Although it may sound as if he gained a new job, the Chicago native was already working for the bettering of student life as we know it. […]
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State, administration assess flooding
Clogged storms drains can increase ooding occurrences. Raven LeDay/The Gramblinite Carr states that “the subsurface drain system is cleaned monthly at the entry point or as needed. Raven LeDay/The Gramblinite FEMA has secured $1.02 million in emergency funding to remediate immediate ood damage. Raven LeDay/The Gramblinite The water has came and gone, but now the […]
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A look at flash floods 1985-2016
Cars inundated by floodwaters in 1985 flooding. Courtesy photo Woodson Hall has been closed since being flooded in 2016. The building was reportedly preparing to reopen prior to this week’s flood. Courtesy photo Interior of Woodson Hall after the 2016 flood. Courtesy photo Flooded exterior of the now-shuttered A.C. Lewis Memorial Library. Courtesy photo