Category Archives: campus
Schedule Announced: The City of Grambling Celebrates Juneteenth
The Grambling State University community is invited to join the City of Grambling’s 2019 Juneteenth Festival, the oldest celebration of its kind in Louisiana. Families, supporters, and vendors will connect June 7 – 19 for a series of events that celebrates the announcement of the abolition of slavery to the last slaves in the U.S.
The City, local chambers of commerce, and others will celebrate the historical event with the following events: Continue reading
TODAY: I-20 Corridor Meeting to Feature Grambling State University and Amtrak
The City of Grambling to Host I-20 Corridor Meeting and Discussion on New Amtrak Stops
GRAMBLING, LA — May 30, 2018 – Today, the City of Grambling will host the I-20 Corridor Council public meeting featuring Grambling State University, City of Monroe Mayor, Jamie Mayo, and other local officials.
Please note the following media details for today’s meeting:
Event Details: Continue reading
Grambling Grads: Get a Great Deal on a New Nissan
Grambling State University Alumni who have graduated in the past two years have an opportunity to get a great deal on a new ride. Grambling State University is excited to benefit from the Nissan Vehicle Purchase Program, which can save students, staff, and alumni thousands on a new car.
Graduation Replay: Grambling State Commencement Spring 2019 – Photos, Video, & Spotlight Stories
Congratulations to the Grambling State University Spring Class of 2019. We know you will celebrate your accomplishments for years to come.
To help, here’s a replay of graduation and a few photos and stories to help you remember the results of your hard work. Continue reading
Record Breakers Graduate: Hill, Christmas, Orozco, and More Share the Stage
Grambling State Class of 2019 Includes Nationally Recognized Student-Athletes
Grambling State University’s Class of 2019 includes three of the schools most historic athletes: Shakyla Hill, De’Arius Christmas, and Marc Orozco – who have broken school, conference, and national records during their college sports careers.
“Our athletics programs attract some of the best and brightest students in the country,” said Dr. David Ponton, Director of Athletics and Vice President of Student Affairs. “This year’s graduates are a great example of how the lessons they learn on the field can help drive academic success.”
This Spring on May 10, the University will graduate a record 51 student-athletes in one ceremony and included well-known athletes including Shakyla Hill, De’Arius Christmas, and Marc Orozco. Continue reading
Triplet-Mom Graduates from Grambling State University
Student Becomes Mom on Her Way to Education Goal
Grambling, LA – May 9, 2019 – Grambling State University’s more than 400 Spring Graduates will include one student who became a mom to three sons on the way to her goal. Auset Champion, at age 23, is set to graduate with her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice on May 10, 2019, at the University’s Spring Commencement. Continue reading
Grambling State Baseball Player Named Valedictorian
Jalen Alexander Heath to be recognized at University’s 2019 Spring Commencement
Grambling, LA – May 07, 2019 – Today, Grambling State University named baseball student-athlete, Jalen Alexander Heath, Valedictorian of the Spring 2019 graduating class. Heath earned top honors, with a 3.98-grade point average, and will take the stage Friday, May 10, 2019 at 10 a.m. at the University’s Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center. Continue reading
Truly GramFam: Father and Daughter Graduates Join a Legacy of Gramblinites
Grambling, Louisiana – May 7, 2019 – Grambling State University’s 2019 will feature a rare occurrence with a father and daughter who will receive their degrees just minutes apart. Leartrice and Lear Hawkins are both candidates to receive their Masters of Criminal Justice at the University’s 2019 Spring Commencement, May 10.
Farewell from Our 2018-19 Student Government President
Stepped in history with a longstanding legacy of tradition, service, excellence and exemplifying our university’s motto: Where Everybody is Somebody! I am honored to be granted the stewardship of this venerable institution; grateful for the trust of the Grambling family; optimistic for our shared future.
For Students: President Gallot’s Summer Message
Dear Students:
With so many displays of your brilliance over the last nine months, I’d like to take a moment to thank you for another excellent school year. This year, you’ve enriched Grambling State with incredible work in academics, entertainment, and on the field and courts. That work has been shared around the world and proof of what you may not yet realize; that you are innovators. Continue reading