The roots of National Women’s History Month go back to March 8, 1857, when women from New York City factories staged a protest over working conditions. From there women began to have a voice on what they believed they deserved and how they should be treated. They lectured, wrote, […]
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Dorothy Height fought for rights
Dorothy Irene Height fought for equal rights for both women and African Americans, focusing primarily on improving the circumstances and opportunities for African-American women. She rose to prominence through leading the National Council of Negro Women and became one of the leading figures of the civil rights movement in […]
Wayne women striving since 1940s
For years women have succeeded in a world that’s perceived to be run by men. Today, women prosper in fields such as education, law, medicine, serving the country and many other occupations. The women of the Wayne family, however, have been thriving, as far as receiving an education, constantly […]
Men, respect all women
The significance of women in today’s society is equal and sometimes greater than the role of men. Women in today’s society have a key role in incomes being greater than the male. Women no longer have to stay home and be homemakers and acquire a higher education. A woman wears […]
Locals are making their mark
The month of February is dedicated to celebrating the history of African Americans. But the focus is often on influential African Americans throughout the world and across the years, ignoring the accomplishment of Grambling State alumni. In 1996, Dr. Lizzie White, a native of Jonesboro, became the first African […]
Maj. Stewart Adams First black to be executive officer of Ruston’s 527th Engineer Battalion
Dependable, well-mannered and ethical. These are just a few words that have been used to describe MAJ Stewart Adams, who has been selected to serve as the first African American Battalion Executive Officer of the 527th Engineer Battalion, located in Ruston. As Executive Officer, it is Adams’ responsibility to oversee […]
A PASSING Pioneer
Despite being told that the quarterback position was intended for whites only, James “Shack” Harris, the first full-time* starting black quarterback in the history of the National Football League, knew color didn’t define a person’s ability to fill in the cleats. Through the 1960s, an era filled with racism, […]
In case you were wondering
When people think of the Bayou Classic, they think of tradition. The Classic isn’t just a game, it’s also the series of events that surround the annual football game. Every year in New Orleans on Thanksgiving weekend, fellow Louisianans and thousands of others look forward to the Bayou Classic. […]
Observing Black History Month
Grambling State University is well known as a Historically Black College and University, but some may not know that GSU also has a high school. Grambling State University Laboratory High School is a major part of the university with history dating back to 1901. First named as Alma J. […]
AJB students enjoy Body Walk program
Students at Alma J. Brown elementary school were cheerful to get a break from the classroom to receive some hands-on experience with developing healthier lifestyles. The Body Walk program engaged the students with the benefits of eating healthy, exercising and protecting their body from harm. “Americans don’t eat enough fruits […]