Hundreds of Grambling students rush to their local hair pushers to purchase that wonderful, creamy crack, also known as a relaxer, weekly.I visit my pusher every three weeks. I have been under the influence since I was four. Now, every once in a while, a natural girl will have the […]
Author: LAUREN RAGSDALE
What makes an HBCU an HBCU?
Many students anticipate being a part of a Historically Black College or University from the day they start high-school, due to the “hype” they might have heard about it, or simply because their parent(s) or someone influential in their lives are now alumni. Others just go out on a limb […]
Like it or not, America is an inclusive society
With the 9-11 anniversary, Park 51 controversy, and Koran burning threat (later withdrawn) – America had a pretty rough fortnight. The media, of course, brings the controversial issues in the living rooms of the world. Add to that the role of cyber chatters, making the discourse more intense and personal. […]
G-Men get the ‘W’ for home opener!
Last weekend was the first home game of the season, which meant it was a must win for the G-Men. As fans enjoyed pre-game tailgates, the G-Men focused on getting the win over Jackson State. For the past several years, JSU and GSU have clashed, debating on the home of […]
Changing Times
It has been so hot around GSU that students, faculty and visitors should walk around campus with a towel. This heat is really something serious. The temperature has been 90 plus more times than many care to count, and it continues to be that way. How much more heat can […]
GSU has come a long way from its agricultural roots
Where is that love for education?
We, unfortunately, live in a society where there is a lack of appreciation for education for African Americans. My mother always instilled in me to read and speak properly. So I have always continued to do so. But, for some reason, in elementary, the other Black kids would always accuse […]
A cultural coronation
As the student body entered the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center, they were greeted with gold shimmering curtains, an all black stage, a host of photographers and videographers waiting to capture the magnificence that was about to occur: Solange Sayers being crowned Miss GSU. The Mistress and Master of the […]
Am I fake because my hair is
People say,”She’s probably just as fake as her weave.” I know I’m not the only one fed up with defending my weave. In response to last week’s natural hair feature page; Yes, wearing natural hair is a bonus, but not everyone is able. Also, weave is worn for different reasons. […]
SGA Update
The Student Government Association hosted the State of the Union Address Wednesday night in the Black and Gold Room. Key points from the address:n The library fee that the student body shot down, will be revisited by the state, according to SGA President Lamark Hughes. The fee, had it been […]