Remembering GSU Supporter Eugene Smith, Long-time Mayor of Arcadia, Louisiana

By GSU Media Burea After battling a lung-illness, on April 23, 2018 long-time Arcadia Mayor Eugene Smith passed away leaving an extensive legacy of public service and achievement in North Louisiana. “Mayor Smith was a public servant the entire North Louisiana community could count on,” remarked Grambling State President Rick Gallot. “He was a great collaborator… Continue reading Remembering GSU Supporter Eugene Smith, Long-time Mayor of Arcadia, Louisiana

GSU Spotlight: Student Poets Share for National Poetry Month

By Tyree Burnett Since its founding in 2008, Lyrical Quest, a student group at Grambling State University, has offered an outlet for student artists. Singers, poets, rappers, and musicians on campus perfect their craft and foster their skills performing everything from original pieces to covers of their favorite artists. In honor of National Poetry Month,… Continue reading GSU Spotlight: Student Poets Share for National Poetry Month

Tiger Tips: End-of-Semester Spring 2018

by Stephanie Lindsey & Sarah Renee Garner The end of the semester is here!  While you’re working to retain information, don’t forget your health. Here are five tips to help you, my fellow students, ensure that our last few days on campus are stress free. Tip 1: Do Your End-of-Semester Check Remember that our regular… Continue reading Tiger Tips: End-of-Semester Spring 2018

Beyoncé & Google Award Grambling State $25,000

BEYGood Initiative Partners to Award Additional $100,00 to four more HBCUs GRAMBLING, LA — April 23, 2018 – One day after closing out a history-making Coachella performance, artist Beyonce and her BEYGood initiative announced a partnership with Google to award another $100,000 to Historically Black Colleges and Universities that will include Grambling State University for… Continue reading Beyoncé & Google Award Grambling State $25,000

Demolition at Grambling State for Intramural Center Expansion

C.D. Harris Natatorium Demolition Makes Way for New Intramural Center GRAMBLING, LA — April 20, 2018 – On April 23, 2018 construction crews will kick off demolition of one of Grambling State’s oldest student facilities to make way for the University’s Intramural Center Expansion slated for completion Fall of 2019. The Intramural Expansion project, an… Continue reading Demolition at Grambling State for Intramural Center Expansion

Dallas Mavericks CEO to Keynote Grambling State Commencement

Newest NBA CEO and former AT&T Executive Cynthia “Cynt” Marshall to share with students GRAMBLING, LA — April 20, 2018 – Months after being tapped by Mark Cuban and team leadership to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the Dallas Mavericks, Cynthia “Cynt” Marshall will address students and faculty as the keynote speaker at the… Continue reading Dallas Mavericks CEO to Keynote Grambling State Commencement

Beyoncé Scores Invite to Return to Grambling State for the 45th Bayou Classic

GSU President Rick Gallot invites artist Beyoncé to the 2018 Bayou Classic GRAMBLING, LA — April 16, 2018 – On the heels of her record-breaking Coachella performance, President Rick Gallot tweets and invites music artist Beyoncé Knowles to attend the 45th Bayou Classic Game in New Orleans, LA. “It’s incredible to see HBCU support surging from… Continue reading Beyoncé Scores Invite to Return to Grambling State for the 45th Bayou Classic

Distinguished GSU Alumnus Returns as Cleo Fields Lecturer

Grambling State University alumnus Ronald E. Childs, a senior media strategist and award-winning journalist based in Chicago, will return to campus Tuesday to serve as a student feedback coach and keynote speaker as part of the Cleo Fields Lecture series sponsored by the Department of Mass Communication. Childs, a 1982 graduate, has enjoyed a distinguished… Continue reading Distinguished GSU Alumnus Returns as Cleo Fields Lecturer

GSU Calendar Cover Girl Pageant Turns the Big 5-0

Since 1968, the Grambling State University Cover Girl Calendar has highlighted a long history of stellar women and incredible alumnae. This Saturday, students and the campus community will celebrate and crown the 50th Calendar Cover Girl in the University’s History. Grambling State University 50th Anniversary Calendar Cover Girl Pageant Saturday, April 14, 2018 | 7… Continue reading GSU Calendar Cover Girl Pageant Turns the Big 5-0

4 Ways Grambling State’s Campus is Focusing On Sexual Assault Awareness

Grambling State Students, Faculty, & Staff Join in Sexual Assault Awareness Month #SAAM By Jovan Hackley From major headlines to new efforts by America’s even smallest employers, the #MeToo movement has breathed new life into sexual assault awareness – including a big effort spearheaded by Grambling State Students and staff. “It is important for GSU… Continue reading 4 Ways Grambling State’s Campus is Focusing On Sexual Assault Awareness