The Grambling State University Presidential Search Committee has selected six semifinalists to interview for the school’s top post. “I am pleased with the impressive talent and diverse experience demonstrated by our applicants,” Committee Chair and System President Rick Gallot said. “We eagerly anticipate meeting the candidates on campus in the coming weeks and recommending finalists… Continue reading Grambling Presidential Search Committee advances six semifinalists
Author: Thomas Boatright
GSU students, faculty attend Let Us Dream conference in India
By Tiara Freeman A team of Grambling State University faculty and five students spent Nov. 3-5 at Christ (Deemed to be University) in Bangalore, India, to participate in the 2023 Triennial International Let Us Dream Conference. Let Us Dream was established in 2017 at Louisiana Tech University by Father Lijo Thomas of Christ… Continue reading GSU students, faculty attend Let Us Dream conference in India
Port City Classic Weekend features Roland Martin, 5 HBCU Presidents, D. L. Hughley and more
11.17.23 —- MOBILE, Ala. — The Port City Classic (PCC) is the ultimate “party with a purpose” combining entertainment, education, and celebration of African American culture. A schedule of events has been released which includes national, state and local leaders. The football game features the Alabama State University Hornets and the Grambling State University Tigers. … Continue reading Port City Classic Weekend features Roland Martin, 5 HBCU Presidents, D. L. Hughley and more
Grambling State to celebrate inaugural cohort of Distinguished 10 alumni with awards ceremony
GRAMBLING, La. – October 11, 2023 – The Center for Career and Professional Development at Grambling State University will celebrate its inaugural class of Distinguished 10 Award honorees in the Black and Gold Room of the Favrot Student Union on Friday, October 13 at 11:30 a.m. A new addition to Homecoming festivities, the Distinguished 10… Continue reading Grambling State to celebrate inaugural cohort of Distinguished 10 alumni with awards ceremony
Associate Justice Griffin encourages campus community to remain vigilant about life, freedom, and prosperity during Constitution Day address
September 19, 2023 – Louisiana Supreme Court Associate Justice Piper D. Griffin offered a dash of advice about life — and more — as she served as keynote speaker Tuesday morning during Grambling State University’s annual Constitution Day Observance at T.H. Harris Auditorium. The theme of the observance was “Life, Liberty, Freedom and Prosperity,” all… Continue reading Associate Justice Griffin encourages campus community to remain vigilant about life, freedom, and prosperity during Constitution Day address
Grambling State student takes medical group abroad for outreach program
Eight Grambling State University (GSU) students spent a couple of weeks in Cusco, Peru, this summer for an internship program serving more than 150 residents of that nation with a medical outreach program. Last year, Grambling State senior biology major Andreanna Wright from Madison, Wisconsin, was assigned the role of Team Leader for the VAW… Continue reading Grambling State student takes medical group abroad for outreach program
Grambling University Foundation launches $1M endowment scholarship campaign in memory of Willis Reed to benefit student-athletes
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer Willis Reed, a Grambling State University graduate, and Grambling Sports Legends Hall of Famer, was always a champion for his alma mater, praising the time he spent at the college and the education it provided him. After leading was what then known as Grambling College to its only… Continue reading Grambling University Foundation launches $1M endowment scholarship campaign in memory of Willis Reed to benefit student-athletes
Justice Piper D. Griffin to speak at Grambling State for Constitution Day
Louisiana Supreme Court Associate Justice Piper D. Griffin will serve as keynote speaker as Grambling State University holds its Constitution Day Observation at 11 a.m. Sept. 19 at T.H. Harris Auditorium. The New Orleans native and resident graduated from Xavier University Preparatory School (currently known as St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School), the University of Notre… Continue reading Justice Piper D. Griffin to speak at Grambling State for Constitution Day
10 Grambling State students named among BeyGood Foundation Renaissance Scholars
Ten Grambling State University students have been announced as recipients of $10,000 scholarships from the BeyGood Foundation, founded by famous artist Beyoncé Knowles-Carter. The singer, songwriter, and businesswoman best known by her first name — Beyoncé — is currently in the midst of her “Renaissance tour” and announced earlier this summer that she had… Continue reading 10 Grambling State students named among BeyGood Foundation Renaissance Scholars
Dr. Janet Barnes named Chair of Grambling University Foundation
New Orleans pediatrician Janet Duncan is simply driven. Driven in her dedication to her job. Driven in her work to make a community a better and healthier place to live. And especially driven in her dedication and love for her collegiate alma mater, Grambling State University, where she is now in a driver’s… Continue reading Dr. Janet Barnes named Chair of Grambling University Foundation