At Alma J. Brown Elementary Laboratory School’s fifth grade promotion ceremony, 27 students received diplomas. The ceremony was held in the School of Nursing Auditorium on the campus of Grambling State University. Their class motto was “You win not by chance but by preparation,” Roger Maris’ motto. At the graduation, […]
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Sapp celebrates his anniversary at Pleasant Grove
The Pleasant Grove Baptist Church members took the time to show appreciation to their pastor, Reverend Kenneth Sapp and his wife. The Sapps were quite pleased when presented with a beautiful service on Sunday. June 7 marked 15 years that Rev. Sapp has served as pastor at Pleasant Grove located […]
Grambling Middle School triumphs
Sharon Armstrong was the speaker for graduation ceremonies at Grambling Middle Magnet School. One of her first quotes was, “Dreams may fade, eagles may soar, but shining stars shine forever.” She spoke on her belief in God and dreams. Dreams push your reality to uncommon heights. She warned the graduates […]
GSU organization works with health fair
Grambling State University sociology, psychology majors, under the direction of Professor LaWanna Gunn-Williams, hosted a mental health booth at the Annual Lincoln Parish Head Start Health Fair during the month of May. The event was held at the Ruston Civic Center.”The mental health booth is an annual activity undertaken by […]
Intramural Center offers activities for students, staff
If you are looking for something to do after classes, consider the Intramural Center. The Grambling State University Intramural Center has some activities to keep students busy during summer school. When students have nothing to do they go to the Intramural center for activities such as basketball, racquetball, aerobics, track […]
Pre-Freshman Academy draws students to science
The Center for the Mathematical Achievement in Science and Technology Pre-Freshman Academy will begin on Sunday, and run through Friday, June 26. The academy has been around since the summer of 2006.The purpose of the two week academy is to increase the mathematics literacy and proficiency of the participating students. […]
Health care reform would aid economy
Health care reform is more than a social imperative – it is an economic necessity. A new study by the President’s Council of Economic Advisers demonstrates that the current American health care system is on an unsustainable path. Without health care reform, American workers and families will continue to experience […]
Drain-Rogers camp teaches fundamentals to the young
It’s Monday morning at the Assembly Center. GSU head women’s basketball coach Donnita Drain-Rogers is teaching the fundamentals of basketball to a group of young girls. But it’s not her basketball team; their season does not start until October. This is Tiger Tots basketball camp.Drain-Rogers, along with her coaching staff, […]
Longtime GSU employee, resident remembered
Funeral services for Julius Dewitt Penn was held Friday, June 5 in Hyattsville, Maryland. Julius or J.D. was what he was affectionately called by his family and friends. Born February 13, 1924 in Frederick, Okla., Mr. Penn began his educational journey in Oklahoma City. While in high school, he was […]
Juneteenth Events
The city of Grambling is hosting its 37th annual Juneteenth Heritage Festival from Wednesday, June 17 through Sunday, June 21. The line-up for this year’s festival, primarly sponsored by True Care Dental of Grambling, includes: Wednesday: The ceremonies will open with the traditional prayer meeting, conversations under the tent and […]