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GSU lifts protective mask mandate

Grambling State University (GSU) has lifted the protective mask requirement that has been in effect since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in the spring of 2020. Face masks and coverings may be worn on campus but are not required. GSU gradually resumed on-campus work for team members beginning in […]

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Students brave cold to attend GSU High School Day

Grambling State University successfully hosted High School Day despite cold, harsh weather on Feb. 26  at the Black and Gold Room of the Favrot Student Union.   Parents and high school seniors from near and far braved the cold and rain to attend the informative event.    The High School […]

Features

Women’s History Month Profile: Fidelia A. Johnson

Name: Fidelia A. Johnson Born: 1905 Occupation: Educator   Fidelia Adams Johnson spent most of her life developing and finding new ways to improve teacher education in Louisiana. Better known as “Mama Fi” to her students and the community, Johnson was the daughter of Charles P. Adams, the founder of […]

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GSU ARP emergency grants available

Grambling State University students who need financial assistance for expenses incurred during COVID-19 response could be eligible for a student grant.  Students who have incurred emergency expenses due to COVID-19 for example, cost of attendance expenses like food, housing, course materials, technology, health care, childcare, and others may qualify for […]

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Women’s History Month Profile:

Mary McLeod Bethune was one of the most influential women in the 20th century. She was not only an educator, she was a civil and women’s rights leader and an advisor during President Franklin Roosevelt’s term. Bethune was born on July 10, 1875, in South Carolina to two former slaves, […]

Sports

Football offensive coordinator Art Briles resigns

In the latest twist of events for the Grambling State University football program, newly appointed offensive coordinator Art Briles resigned from his position four days after his appointment. Briles in a statement released on Feb. 28 expressed his gratitude to Grambling State University for the opportunity to join its staff. […]

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GSU professor, eight students, headed to Ghana to promote develop partnerships with West African universities

Grambling State University Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator of Sports Administration Dr. Aaron Livingson along with eight GSU students departed Saturday morning en route to Ghana, where the group hopes to develop partnerships between GSU and three universities located in the West African country. Livingston said the trip will be […]

Opinion

NBA All-Star Weekend: A Call for Change

The annual NBA All-Star weekend took place in Cleveland, Ohio last week. Like always, the weekend holds various fun and exciting events that capture the camaraderie of the NBA players and their fans.  This year’s All-Star weekend was bound to be special due to the fact the NBA is celebrating […]

Opinion

“Encanto” Review

ldquo;Encanto” is a magical experience for the whole family to enjoy. Disney’s animators, writers, and producers have really outdone themselves! Each character is so unique with distinct colors and personality traits, the characters are surprisingly realistic.   The family reminds me of a Latinx family back at home. I love […]