Grambling, La. – April 8, 2024 – Mother Nature wasn’t fully cooperative, but that did not stop Grambling State University (GSU) students, faculty, and staff members from getting a glimpse of history Monday afternoon. A watch party was held in the Quad in front of “Eddie the Tiger” with a solid crowd hoping to… Continue reading GSU gathers for glimpse of solar eclipse

Limited-edition “Jack Goes Back to College” capsule features a product range across 28 collegiate universities available via shop.travisscott.com, campus bookstores, and other select locations April 3, 2024 – Cactus Jack, the official brand of multi-platinum, diamond-certified recording artist and style icon Travis Scott, has teamed up with digital sports platform Fanatics, leading sports retailer Lids,… Continue reading Travis Scott and Cactus Jack Partner with Mitchell & Ness to Launch First Ever Collegiate-Inspired featuring Grambling State Apparel Collection on April 4

Music has played a major role in the life of entertainment executive, entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist Shanti Das. So has silence. Das spoke during a Women’s History Month program sponsored by Grambling State University’s Campus Activities Student Engagement and The Lyceum Committee inside the GSU Nursing Building Auditorium, discussing her varied career and life experiences… Continue reading Women’s History Month speaker encourages students to cherish life lessons

Grambling State University’s Orchesis Dance Company jazzed things up before taking the audience to church Sunday as their 75th anniversary celebration continued with a Spring Showcase inside the Conrad Hutchinson, Jr. Performing Arts Center. Titled “Featuring a Legacy of Excellence in Dance,” the program was also highlighted by a guest performance by Make A Difference… Continue reading Orchesis Dance Company wows crowd during Spring Showcase

  Finding a job after graduating college is a competitive process, for both students nearing graduation as well as university administrators trying to help those students figure out their next step in life. Thursday’s Spring 2024 Lonnie B. Smith, Jr. Career Fair at Grambling State University (GSU) offered that next step toward an end game… Continue reading Center for Career and Professional Development exposes students to opportunities with employer panel, career fair

  February 22, 2024 – Grambling, La. – Teamwork can make the dream work. That was the message delivered by Pastor McArthur Simmons, who served as keynote speaker during Grambling State University’s Black History Convocation at T.H. Harris Auditorium. As part of his message of unity, Simmons urged GSU students to understand the importance of… Continue reading Speaker encourages students to continue legacy of excellence during Black History Convocation

Grambling, La. – December 15, 2023 – Keynote speaker Eric Kelly talked about determination, destiny, and creating a unique pace for success Friday morning as he served as keynote speaker during Grambling State University’s Fall 2023 Commencement Exercises in the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center.   In his current position, Kelly oversees a portfolio of… Continue reading Fall 2023 commencement speaker encourages graduates to remain determined to realize their destiny

NBA legend’s generosity amplifies impact of signature fundraising event during Bayou Classic weekend   New Orleans, La. – The Kicks Ball, an annual fundraising event hosted by the Grambling University Foundation, witnessed a remarkable moment of philanthropy as a generous donation of $500,000 from Magic Johnson Enterprises was announced during the black-tie affair.   Presented… Continue reading Magic Johnson Enterprises Surprises Grambling University Foundation with transformative $500,000 Gift at Kicks Ball Gala

Grambling, La. – November 14, 2023 – During the Kicks Ball Gala fundraising event, the Grambling University Foundation will present awards to individuals and organizations who have made a profound impact at Grambling State University. “The Kicks Ball Awards is a new addition that will provide a significant enhancement to the gala experience,” said Brandon… Continue reading Four honorees to receive awards at Kicks Ball Gala during Bayou Classic weekend