Halloween, for most people, is a holiday that generally glorifies the dark things of this world and gives off a spooky vibe. For the most part even though Halloween consist of candy and dressing up in your favorite costumes, not everyone celebrates the holiday. Some Christians do not take part […]
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Like mother, like daughter
Kim Garner (left) shares a moment with daughter Jalin Ford after the Homecoming on field performance. Ford is a member of Orchesis, as was her mom. If you had the pleasure of meeting alumna Kim Garner you would instantly think she’s a graduating senior, and as for her daughter, they […]
Grambling Chamber honors local indiviuals
Dr. Ponton and other local indiviuals honorees The Greater Grambling Chamber of Commerce held the 7th Annual Community Contributions Banquet on Oct. 23. The event served as a way to recognize the commitment of local individuals who serve the community of Grambling. The award winners of the Community Contributions Banquet […]
Blackface: costume or controversy?
In recent years, there have been many publicized photos of White people painting themselves to portray a Black person for Halloween. Due to the prevalence of social media, these occurrences have finally reached the forefront of the public eye, causing many to question the fad. In many instances, members of […]
HALLOWEEN’S HAUNTING HISTORY
Ever wondered where the ghoulish holiday of Halloween came from? Who would create a holiday known for evil? “I think about it every year when it comes around,” said Reggie Johnson, a junior at Grambling State University. “But I never bothered to do the research myself.” Halloween originated in Ireland […]
Lady Tigers rebuilding for turnaround
The Grambling State University women’s basketball team is ready to hit the court this season with new faces and a new attitude. The Lady Tigers will play 12 home games this season under new head coach Nadine Domond. Domond, who is a former WNBA player for the Sacramento Monarchs, replaced […]
Anderson is an all-around athlete
Tyler Anderson is a volleyball standout, basketball phenom, track star, an all around outstanding athlete at Grambling State University. She is a senior from East St. Louis, Il. who majors in psychology. Aside from her tremendous athletic abilities there is much more to know about Tyler Anderson. Since her freshman […]
It’s about that time again
The beginning of the NBA season always brings up month long and even season long questions…”Will Kobe be the same?” “Will Russ pass the ball?” “Will LeBron finally win one at home?” Around campus you can tell the basketball fans were ready for the season to start. “Football season […]
Deltas Show Devotion and Service
The Iota Delta chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Inc. is displaying their devotion to service and sisterhood, during Delta Week on the campus of Grambling State University. Delta Week is from Oct. 20 through Oct. 24, and concentrates on sisters of Iota Delta serving their university and community. […]
DBW holds ‘I’m Aware and I Care’ Event
The Society of Distinguished Black Women (DBW) hosted an event entitled “I’m Aware and I Care” in the Tiger Den of the Favrot Student Union on Monday. The purpose for event was for students to come out and create homemade cards for the sick and elderly people with the members […]