Author: Patrick Thompson

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Hov is back!

It has been said that the mark of a true legend is someone who can continually evolve while keeping his craft pure. With more than 10 years in the game, Jay-Z has done just that, with his first concept album inspired by the Frank Lucas-inspired movie American Gangster. Jay-Z’s American […]

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Campus ministry director reflects on a semester of service

Wow! 2007 is almost over, and we are now preparing to Dive-Into 2008! Wesley Foundation serving Grambling State University has had an exciting Fall Semester. The Wesley Foundation, is the led ministry of the University Faith Community, the “gate keeper” of the Spiritual Life at Grambling State University. Many ask […]

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Remember to give thanks

As we approach the sacred season of Thanksgiving, we must bear in mind that there are so many physical and emotional benefits of excitement as well as the spiritual benefits. We must never fail to realize the real purpose of the Thanksgiving season. As we look at the word “Thanks” […]

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Local church celebrates 127 years of service

Pleasant Grove Baptist Church of Ruston celebrated its 127th anniversary on Sunday, Nov. 4. “Standing on the Rock: He is the Rock, His Works Are Perfect, and all His Ways Are Just” was the theme for the program.William Fields, pastor of the Unionville Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, and his congregation […]

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I’m remembering the good ole days

Remember those good ole’ days? Remember when cartoons used to be about Bugs and Daffy? Remember when Disney first released Lion King? Remember watching House Party and doing all the dances? Those good ole days. What happened to the good ole gas prices? Gas used to be $1.20 for a […]

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Department uses alumni reunion to inspire

The Mass Communication Department held a conference for students to learn and network with mass communication professionals and Grambling graduates Friday. A panel of five Black professionals – all GSU Mass Communication alumni – gave advice on how to be successful in the communication industry, stressing the importance of networking, […]

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Jigsaw is dead but …

Every Halloween we are blessed with another terrifying chapter of Saw. Saw 4 hit the theatres this past weekend and I must say, this time, it had me jumping out of my skin. Jigsaw is very well dead, but the legacy still continues. Even after the fourth movie, there is […]

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Catholics upset with Spears

Forgive her Father! Brittany is trying to reclaim her career and make a better name for herself-but it doesn’t seem to be working. Catholic leaders are upset with the “sexy” photos published with her new album. Spears was photographed sitting on the lap of a priest, dressed in skimpy attire, […]

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Ridley Scott delivers a classic with ‘American Gangster’

In 1922, a Black woman of French descent by the name of Stephanie “Queenie” St. Clare took control of the streets by using $10,000 of her own money to start her own number bank in Harlem. When she realized she was powerless 10 years later, she decided to rely on […]

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GSU cross country team seizes opportunity in SWAC

Throughout the course of a solid 2007 season the Grambling State University Cross Country team has been anticipating a shot at winning the Southwestern Athletic Conference Championship.With the SWAC Championship being held in Clinton, Miss. on last Monday, it was the time for the men and the women, to seize […]