Grambling State Student Overcomes Paralysis to Walk Across Graduation Stage December 13, 2019

Graduation Candidate Arhonda Smith Shares Her Story of Overcoming a Stroke While Earning Her Degree  GRAMBLING, La. – December 12, 2019 – Grambling State criminal justice major, Arhonda Smith knew something wasn’t right when she suddenly couldn’t walk without staggering the morning of December 3, 2018. After receiving emergency medical attention, Smith learned she had… Continue reading Grambling State Student Overcomes Paralysis to Walk Across Graduation Stage December 13, 2019

Grambling State University Names Two Valedictorians for the Class of Fall 2019

Tionna Baker and Mustapha Yoosuf-Akinlaja to Receive Highest Honors at December 13 Commencement  GRAMBLING, La. – December 12, 2019 – Grambling State University is proud to announce the position of highest GPA for the Fall 2019 graduating class is held by two students, Tionna L. Baker and Mustapha Yoosuf-Akinlaja. The two will be honored as… Continue reading Grambling State University Names Two Valedictorians for the Class of Fall 2019

Grambling State Wins Bayou Classic BizTech Challenge for the Second Consecutive Year

Student Team Develops App Concept for $7,500 Prize in Technology Business Model Competition  GRAMBLING, La – December 3, 2019 – Three Grambling State students took home $7,500 cash prize at the 2019 Bayou Classic BizTech Challenge, a competition presented by Louisiana Economic Development. The competition give students the opportunity to present a technology-based business plan… Continue reading Grambling State Wins Bayou Classic BizTech Challenge for the Second Consecutive Year

Grambling State Appoints Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost

Board Approves Dr. Connie Walton to Lead Accreditation and More as the University’s Academic Leader  GRAMBLING, La. – December 9, 2019 – Following a national search, Grambling State University has announced that Interim Provost Dr. Connie Walton has been appointed to the role of Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost. 

Grambling State Partnership with Edward VIA Offers Fast Track to Doctor of Osteopathy

High Achieving Minority Students to Enter Med School as Sophomore Rocovich Scholars  GRAMBLING, La – December 10, 2019 – Today, Grambling State University announced the signing of a memorandum of under standing (MOU) with Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) ensuring future opportunities for minority students to advance in the medical field.   

Grambling State University Fall 2019 Commencement Information

GRAMBLING, LA – Grambling State University, a National leading producer of African-American Computer Science graduates, will celebrate its Fall 2019 Commencement Ceremonies Friday, December 13, 2019 at 10 a.m. in the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center. Commencement will be keynoted by Shreveport’s Mayor, Adrian Perkins. Members of the media are encouraged to RSVP to mediarelations@gram.edu to attend. EVENT INFORMATION WHO:            … Continue reading Grambling State University Fall 2019 Commencement Information

Grambling State Announces $6.65 Million Three-Year Fundraising Campaign Total

Bring It Home Campaign Generates Millions Toward Student and University Advancement  GRAMBLING, La – December 3, 2019 – Grambling State University has completed one of the largest fundraising campaigns in the institution’s history with $6,655,435 raised over the course of three years. Generous portions of the sum were donated by alumni and major donors such… Continue reading Grambling State Announces $6.65 Million Three-Year Fundraising Campaign Total