Grambling State University hosted more than 2,200 future Tigers from 32 schools for High School Day on Oct. 10, a significant increase over the 900 students who participated in 2014. The day’s theme was “A Carnival in Tiger Land.”

“The theme was chosen because we wanted to do something innovative and fun for the students. We wanted to capture their attention,” said LaTari Fleming, director of Admissions. “I want to give props to the Admissions staff who worked very hard to bring the carnival theme to life. This year’s High School Day was a day to remember, full of memories, fun and excitement!”

High School Day attendees went on a campus tour and browsed through information on Grambling’s academic programs, student organizations and extracurricular activities. Next, they attended a program with speeches from President Willie Larkin, student leaders and performances by the Orchesis Dance Company, Black Dynasty Modeling Troupe, cheerleaders and the World Famed Tiger Marching Band. Finally, the students attended a carnival with lunch provided by Aramark and the exciting football game against Alabama State, where the Tigers earned their fourth-straight win.

“I just wanted to take a minute to say how thrilled my players and I were at High School Day,” said Johnny Simmons, basketball coach at Union Parish High School. “Your admissions staff did an incredible job of making us feel wanted and conveying the Grambling message. I don’t think the guys had one dull moment from beginning to the end. One thing for sure, you’re putting the giddy-up back in the ‘G.’ Thanks for a wonderful day!”