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 […]
Author: De'Vante Martin
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, […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
“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 […]
NAACP Partners with Black To The Basics Bookstore to celebrate chapter week
On Feb. 18, Grambling State University’s NAACP chapter hosted an open mic night for students at the BlacktotheBasics Bookstore. Blacktothebasics has created a Safe Space for Grambling students. Last Friday students and friends came and shared their talents at the open mic in celebration of the Grambling NAACP chapter. People […]
NY Racing and Grambling State Spark Diversity Dialogue in NASCAR
Grambling State and the NY Racing team have found themselves in recent headlines due to the national reveal of the No. 44 Grambling car. John Cohen (owner of NY Racing and Grambling State alum) linked with veteran driver Greg Biffle to race No. 44 at the Daytona 500 Feb. 20.. […]
Russia Invades Ukraine: What’s next for us?
A large boom at 6 a.m. shook Ukraine residents early Thursday, Feb. 24, after Russia launched a full-scale invasion. Airstrikes were released on cities and military bases, and troops and tanks were deployed from three sides in the attack. The Ukrainian government sought help as civilians fled in trains and […]
HBCU capsules Part III
Name: Delaware State University Location: Dover, DE Year founded: 1891 Previous names: Delaware College for Colored Students (1891–1893) State College for Colored Students (1893–1947) Delaware State College (1947–1993) First president: Wesley P. Webb Current president: Tony Allen Enrollment currently; enrollment when founded: 3,932 Two outstanding alumni: Jamal Jackson, Darnerien McCants […]