Students interested in the field of nursing enjoyed a fun and rewarding day as they were given the opportunity to interview and obtain general information from hospitals and companies about employment opportunities. Numerous students turned out to participate in the showcase of career opportunities at the job fair event, which […]
Author: Fernelle Neptune
Alumnae Deltas host hat show
The Grambling Alumni Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. held its inaugural Dorothy Height Parade of Hats scholarship luncheon.Irene Thomas served as mistress of ceremonies for this fundraisexr. M. Gail Foster, owner and operator of Martha’s Showcase in Ruston, spoke about women and their crowns (hats) and emceed during […]
Academic excellence is showcased with parade
This year, instead of hosting Honors Day, Grambling State University celebrated and recognized the academic achievements of students for a week.Dr. Lawanna Gunn-Williams, who has served as the chair for over nearly 20 years, said GSU president, Dr. Frank G. Pogue suggested that the observance be held a week. […]
Local businessman believe in giving back
Eric Rogers opened a Boost Mobile store in downtown Grambling, “The Village,” last spring. The store is located at 315 Main Street and is across the street from the city’s the Post Office.Aside from offering mobile services to the Grambling community, Rogers said that he believes in giving back to […]
Honors Weeks offers new activities
In an effort to allow students to enjoy themselves and meet other students, faculty, staff and administrators, students were treated to a cookout at the president’s home.The Student Government Association funded the cookout. SGA president Lamark Hughes led the effort. Hughes said in the past three years, since he […]
Pogue, SGA senate step into fray surrounding April election results
After rumors spread throughout the campus community regarding Student Government Association elections, university president Dr. Frank Pogue e-mailed a letter to students last week. In addition to his correspondence, a meeting was held with Dr. Pogue Monday in T.H Harris auditorium. Tuesday the SGA Senate met. They voted to […]
Near chaos reigns in meeting with administrators
Three weeks after election results were announced, election talk lingers at Grambling State University. After meeting with several concerned students in regards to the election, President Frank Pogue sent out a letter to the student body via their student e-mail accounts. In an effort to make sure the comments in […]
Creator of Fly Republic label ready for fashion flight
Fly Republic is “a way of life, all about empowerment,” says Reginald Robinson, CEO and clothing designer of the label.With the launch of his website, www. IAMFR.com, this 26-year-old entrepreneur is on the move, setting the standard for clothing with a message to be inspiring and the best one can […]
U.S.- Pakistan relations strained
WASHINGTON — The U.S. has no “definitive evidence” that Pakistan knew Osama bin Laden had been living in the compound where Navy SEALs killed him, but the Pakistanis must now show convincingly their commitment to defeating the al-Qaida terrorist network, a senior Pentagon official said Thursday.Michele Flournoy, the top policy […]
‘For Colored girls’ adaptation thrills
I was taken on a roller coaster of emotions while listening to the depressing tales of life centered around African American women in society. They were dealing with issues challenging their strength, homosexuality situations and fighting the power to not end their journey. Pearls of Wisdom was an adaptation of […]