The Gramblinite

HEALTH:

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

As collegians we often forget the simple things.
It's true that the major but not sole reason we are here is to develop and strengthen our minds, but somewhere along our journey we forget to show love for its counterpart, the body.

One of the most common excuses I hear from women at Grambling State University about why they don't exercise regularly is that they don't want to look like a man.

You Are Appreciated

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

In my few years of life there's some things that I have noticed,
Like the rule that's broken the most is the one they call golden.
Like getting money unexpected is like Christmas earlier in the year,
Like everything a parent says doesn't always fall on a listening ear.

HEALTH:

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Psi Beta Zetas sponsored a substance abuse seminar in Favrot Student Union room 243 Wednesday night. The guest speaker was Tara Haskin, a Grambling State University nursing associate professor.

Haskins' experience includes addict recovery and psychiatry.

Search for GSU president postponed

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

On Friday, Feb. 26 a meeting concerning a new permanent president for Grambling State University was placed on hold. Reasons concerning the issue have not yet been determined, yet many believe the interim president is on his way to becoming GSU's permanent president.

Governor preps for potential bailout

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

BATON ROUGE - Louisiana could get another round of multi-million dollar budget relief from Washington, and even as Gov. Bobby Jindal complains about federal spending, he outlined plans for using the extra aid if it comes.

The proposal under discussion by Congress would extend by six months a boost in federal Medicaid money for states that was included in the stimulus bill.

FCA encourages relationship with God

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes hosted a spiritual event entitled "Tired of Losing" in the Tiger Village clubhouse Monday evening.

The conversation kicked off as students explained how they are tired of losing.

Some said that people tend to compare themselves to others and, as a result, feel dissatisfaction in their lives.

Grambling curriculum praised

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON - The American Council of Trustees and Alumni sent the following letter to Dr. Frank G. Pogue, interim president of Grambling State University, and to the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors, which oversees Grambling.

"We are writing to commend Grambling State University as a standout in ensuring its students graduate with a core foundation of knowledge.

Business can boom in The Village

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

College students must typically cut some things in their lives because they can't afford everything they want while taking care of everything they need.

Slice of Heaven is a simple eatery in the village that serves college student's favorites: pizza, chicken tenders and hot wings for a low price.

1life Entertainment

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Lil' Wayne and The Clipse blared through speakers as a crowd gathered in Tiger Xpress to shake the cold to come out to One Life Entertainment's Freestyle Thursdays.

One Life Entertainment is a student run organization led by President Glynn Price and Vice President Drew Smith.

Zulu Dancers Teach

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Umdabu Dance Company Zulu performers of South Africa sent messages of praise and honor from their country on campus last week. They began by engaging the crowd about when they said Africa was a virgin instead of what it is today.
One topic of the speech was Nelson Mandela and the triumphs South Africa experienced over apartheid.

Twenty Questions?

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

) Who missed 20 Questions last week?
2) Who put the paper down after they realized there weren't any questions?
3) Who wants to write for the paper but doesn't read it?
4) Who clowned us for the Hooters ad?
5) Who actually applied at Hooters?
6) Got the

GSU students attend Southern University Pre-Law Day

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

GSU students attend Southern University Pre-Law Day

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Grambling State Universitywas represented in attendance as well as participation during a recent Southern University Pre-Law Day conference.

Nine GSU students, Annie Millage of GSU Career Center and Dr. Lurie Thomason of the Criminal Justice Department attended the 17th Annual Pre-Law Day at Southern University.

GSU students screened for HIV/AID

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Grambling State University students were recently screened for HIV/AIDS for HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 2010, under the theme

"HIV/AIDS Prevention - A Choice and a Lifestyle".

"Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Day, will take place on, March 10, Campus AIDS Prevention coordinator Daina Howard said.

Pleasant Grove rounds up families

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Pleasant Grove Baptist Church of Ruston held its annual Family and Friends Round-up, which began with Sunday school and was followed by the morning service and the anticipated round-up last Sunday.

The theme was "Black History: Culture and Change."

The welcome, a prayer and announcements were the responsibility of the youth in the church: Sasha Hudson, Sydney Hudson and Nina Collins, respectively.

Wiley College a cappella choir worships in song

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

New Rocky Valley Baptist Church of Grambling presented "Worships in Songs" featuring the Wiley College A Cappella Choir on Sunday.

The choir performed classical and spiritual selections by Johann Sebastian Bach, Moses Hogan, William Dawson, John W. Worth III and Undine Smith Moore.

To love oneself is to conquer all

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Women's Appreciation Month and it is the philanthropic thing to do -- to show the woman in your life how much you appreciate her.

The woman I appreciate is the one staring back at me in the mirror.

Now, before you all think that I'm wasting ink and paper to show a cocky side that I do not exemplify, there are numerous reasons why I give thanks to myself.

Tupac, anthrax, appreciation

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A beautiful smiling sista walked up to me in the caf a year ago. Her stride was spontaneous and strategic. She was focused and friendly.

I was unarmed, skeptical and mid-bite. My girls and I just concluded a decrescendo of chuckles at our millionth inside joke of the day.

My mom taught me limitless love

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

As we begin the merry month of March, I am reminded that it is Women's Month. As soon as I hear that, I think of my mother.
My wonderful slightly aged mother. Although she has only been on this earth for 42 years (let her tell it, it's only 34), she has seen and been through a lot.

Running for Respect

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The body of an athlete is a finely tuned machine, but these machines tend to break down when they are mistreated. A common occurrence in athletes today is athletes passing out and at times dying from extreme workouts.

Grambling State University has been hit by this tragic situation and is still dealing with the ramifications.

Super Bowl champ chats with Gnite

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Greg Fassit, a 24-year-old alumnus of Grambling State University, recently won the Super Bowl XLIV Championship with the New Orleans Saints.
He graduated from Grambling State University in three years and enrolled in graduate school his senior year. After completing graduate studies he left to play in the NFL and played for the Chicago Bears in his first year.