The Gramblinite

Grambling Middle School triumphs

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Sharon Armstrong was the speaker for graduation ceremonies at Grambling Middle Magnet School. One of her first quotes was, "Dreams may fade, eagles may soar, but shining stars shine forever."

She spoke on her belief in God and dreams. Dreams push your reality to uncommon heights.

GMMS exceeds state LEAP expectations

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

One hundred percent of the eighth graders who took the Spring 2009 LEAP tests at Grambling State University Middle School met the standards necessary for promotion to ninth grade.

The students also surpassed the state average in 20 of 21 of the LEAP standard categories.

Grambling High graduates 45, 15 with honors

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Forty-five students graduated on May 18 from Grambling State University Laboratory High School.

As the Grambling High School Band began to play the graduates anxiously marched out to an awaiting crowd of parents, guardians, teachers and friends.

Out of the 45 graduating seniors, 15 graduated with honors.

Students honored in ceremonies at Alma J. Brown

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

At Alma J. Brown Elementary Laboratory School's fifth grade promotion ceremony, 27 students received diplomas.

The ceremony was held in the School of Nursing Auditorium on the campus of Grambling State University. Their class motto was "You win not by chance but by preparation," Roger Maris' motto.

Jindal informs graduates that 'Truth is power'

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

More than 400 graduates walked across the stage on May 17 at Grambling State University to receive their diplomas.

The commencement address was given by Gov. Bobby Jindal amid his fight to reduce budgets for education and health care in Louisiana. However, Jindal did not touch on the budget crisis.

Sapp celebrates his anniversary at Pleasant Grove

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Pleasant Grove Baptist Church members took the time to show appreciation to their pastor, Reverend Kenneth Sapp and his wife. The Sapps were quite pleased when presented with a beautiful service on Sunday.

June 7 marked 15 years that Rev. Sapp has served as pastor at Pleasant Grove located in Ruston.

Juneteenth Events

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The city of Grambling is hosting its 37th annual Juneteenth Heritage Festival from Wednesday, June 17 through Sunday, June 21.

The line-up for this year's festival, primarly sponsored by True Care Dental of Grambling, includes:

Wednesday: The ceremonies will open with the traditional prayer meeting, conversations under the tent and watermelon festival.

CMAST encourages sophomores

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Rising Sophomore Academy for Science-Technology- Engineering-Mathematics (STEM) major students had the chance to pro-actively develop and train to become twenty-first century scientists, mathematicians, and engineers. The academy ran Sunday, May 17 through Friday, May 29.

Why make the choice for GSU?

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Grambling State University, "The Place Where Everybody is Somebody" is best known by some for "The World Famed Tiger Marching Band, 2008 SWAC Champion Football Team as well as academic programs. But why do most students choose to attend GSU?

Some students attend Grambling because of family tradition while others say it is not too far from home.

Counseling services met challenges with knowledge

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Grambling State University offers assistance to students needing help while away from home. The Student Counseling Services (SCS) at GSU is here to improve students' personal development and to promote mental stability.

Hours for the Student Counseling Services are Monday thru Friday 8 a.

Pre-Freshman Academy draws students to science

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Center for the Mathematical Achievement in Science and Technology Pre-Freshman Academy will begin on Sunday, and run through Friday, June 26. The academy has been around since the summer of 2006.

The purpose of the two week academy is to increase the mathematics literacy and proficiency of the participating students.

Intramural Center offers activities for students, staff

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

If you are looking for something to do after classes, consider the Intramural Center. The Grambling State University Intramural Center has some activities to keep students busy during summer school.

When students have nothing to do they go to the Intramural center for activities such as basketball, racquetball, aerobics, track and lifting weights.

GSU organization works with health fair

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Grambling State University sociology, psychology majors, under the direction of Professor LaWanna Gunn-Williams, hosted a mental health booth at the Annual Lincoln Parish Head Start Health Fair during the month of May. The event was held at the Ruston Civic Center.

Longtime GSU employee, resident remembered

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Funeral services for Julius Dewitt Penn was held Friday, June 5 in Hyattsville, Maryland. Julius or J.D. was what he was affectionately called by his family and friends.

Born February 13, 1924 in Frederick, Okla., Mr. Penn began his educational journey in Oklahoma City.

Health care reform would aid economy

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Health care reform is more than a social imperative - it is an economic necessity. A new study by the President's Council of Economic Advisers demonstrates that the current American health care system is on an unsustainable path.

Without health care reform, American workers and families will continue to experience eroding health care benefits and stagnating wages caused by the pressure of escalating health insurance premiums.

Juneteenth not just Black history

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Since I was little, each year approaching the month of June, I would begin to hear talk of something called Juneteenth. I would remember going to cookouts, getting T-shirts with JUNETEENTH, along with some celebratory words written across the front, and block parties, to name a few events.

Higher education fuels the economy

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

EDITOR'S NOTE: This column was written before the state Senate approved a budget that restores millions of dollars to higher education. Because the bill differs substantially from the one passed by the House, a compromise must now be worked out.

Last month, a House budget panel started amending Gov.

Drain-Rogers camp teaches fundamentals to the young

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

It's Monday morning at the Assembly Center. GSU head women's basketball coach Donnita Drain-Rogers is teaching the fundamentals of basketball to a group of young girls. But it's not her basketball team; their season does not start until October. This is Tiger Tots basketball camp.