The house lights dimmed amid quietness in the Floyd L. Sandle Theatre at 7 p.m. on Oct. 14. The theater department presented Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, which was written by August Wilson and directed by Dr. King Godwin. Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, with minor flaws and few technical glitches, was […]
Author: Collin B. Jno-Finn
Twenty Questions ????
1) Can we beat being basic?2) Is there an arsonist in Grambling?3) Why do girls wear snow boots when it’s raining? 4) Bubble jackets, skinny jeans and Timbs? On a guy?5) Now that it’s cold, how many classrooms have working A.C.?6) Which professor is putting out Vogue-worthy pictures of students?7) […]
Unique Grambling business to open Oct. 31
Tattoo artists 6ix and Brandon are bringing their fresh ink designs to Grambling, Shreveport style. 6ix and Brandon began tattooing in Shreveport but began to notice a high clientele from surrounding areas.Complaints were made about other shops lacking a sterile environment. The lack of cleanliness lead to customers to drive […]
Weave just wasn’t me
People say that their hair reflects who they are from follicle to ends. My hair exemplifies my sassy personality. The fiery hue makes me feel dangerous. The short cut makes me feel sexy. The natural texture makes me feel closer to my soul. I’ve been natural for about three months […]
Learn from artists’ mistakes
This column was originally about Shyne’s possible deportation a couple weeks ago. However, I realized that he wasn’t the only rapper with legal woes. Hip-hop was founded on principles of education and entertainment. Lately, fans seem to learn from popular hip-hop, how to avoid jail time by doing the opposite […]
Homecoming
Sunday, Oct. 25Decorate academic buildingsGospel Explosion, 6 p.m., T.H. Harris AuditoriumMonday, Oct. 26Organization Costume Fashion Show, 5 p.m., courtyardLaser Storm, 7 p.m., Men’s Gym Tuesday, Oct. 27Pizza & Coke, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the yardOne Hit Wonder, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. the AtriumBlock Party, 6 p.m. in the Courtyard […]
Part of campus goes dark
The campus of Grambling State University experienced technical difficulties last week as several buildings were without power for three days. The problem occurred when a damaged high voltage underground cable malfunctioned. Students were left not knowing what happened to the electricity on Oct. 4. “I live in 800 A. It […]
President Judson Resigns
News of former President Horace Judson’s resignation leaked today.The Gramblinite will have more details soon.
GSU students get facts about HIV/AIDS
Swine flu has caught the attention of many this flu season, but another disease is devastating the black community: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. With the rate of persons contracting the AIDS virus crippling the 15-24 age group, first year students of Grambling State University attended a lecture of HIV/AIDS on […]
Team visits Children’s Home
The Grambling State University women’s basketball team made paw prints Friday at the Methodist Children’s Home in Ruston. The Lady Tigers encouraged the ladies who participated to focus on their academics and make sure their future aspirations included earning a college degree. Participants in the clinic were introduced to elements […]