Author: BRIANNA POLLEY

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Dorothy Height fought for rights

Dorothy Irene Height fought for equal rights for both women and African Americans, focusing primarily on improving the circumstances and opportunities for African-American women.   She rose to prominence through leading the National Council of Negro Women and became one of the leading figures of the civil rights movement in […]

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Rights, achievements have grown through the years

  The roots of National Women’s History Month go back to March 8, 1857, when women from New York City factories staged a protest over working conditions.  From there women began to have a voice on what they believed they deserved and how they should be treated.  They lectured, wrote, […]

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We must never forget pioneers

History helps us learn who we are, but when we don’t know our own history, our power and dreams are immediately diminished. Recognizing the achievements of women in all facets of life has a huge impact on the development of self-respect and new opportunities for girls and young women. The […]

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Recent alum already having a big impact

  Valentine’s Day was extra special for Kiana Carr Johnson this year. She received an extra special valentine as she was named teacher of the year at Betty & Jean Schmalz Elementary School in Katy, Texas. “Teachers felt like I was the best teacher and had done the best work,” […]

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Dr. Neari Warner still impacting education

  In celebration of Women’s history month, The Gramblinite recognizes women of Grambling State University who have made notable contributions. That list of notables would not be complete without documenting the career of Dr. Neari F. Warner. In 2001, Warner became the first woman to lead Grambling State University.  Although […]

Sports

Track team honored with luncheon

  As the Grambling State University track and field team reflected on its championship season, GSU President Frank G. Pogue was touched to hear each team member say what it means to be a part of this special team.  “It has done my heart justice to hear the brotherhood, respect […]

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Elections on horizon

  Attention All Students interested in serving, GSU needs you. If you are interested in being:   • in the SGA or on the SGA Executive Board • Miss GSU • Senior, Junior  & Sophomore Class queen    • Senior, Junior & Sophomore Class officers    • Elections Commissioner & […]

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Speaker announced for May 9 graduation

  Moraine Valley Community College President Sylvia Jenkins will deliver Grambling State University’s spring commencement address in May. “We are privileged to welcome Dr. Jenkins back home to GSU as our special guest and graduation speaker,” said GSU President Frank G. Pogue. “She’s a stellar academic, a great leader and […]

Arts

Turning a negative into a positive

  Otaku culture is sweeping the nation. But with all of the crazy looks some of the cosplayers were getting from the older hotel patrons, it’s become clear to me that there are still many who don’t know what an otaku is.  According to the Oxford Online Dictionary, “otaku,” as […]

Arts

Clothes deliver positive message

  Ebony McClinton is a sophomore at Grambling State. matriculating in criminal justice. The Shreveport native hates the word “bitch” and the fact that it is very common among her generation.  McClinton feels that we have been and still are kings and queens, as she has designed a clothing line […]