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

  Grambling, La. – November 9, 2023 – Entrepreneurship is a risk, but sometimes it’s important to be brave.   That was the overall message brought by Kimberly Penn, who appeared Thursday at a midday program sponsored by Grambling State University’s College of Business and Office of Student Affairs in the Betty Smith Nursing Building… Continue reading Tech CEO encourages students to be brave during Entrepreneur in Residence event

  University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors Chair Liz Pierre is announcing the Grambling State University Presidential Search Committee. The group is responsible for reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, and recommending finalists for the presidency. The finalists will ultimately be interviewed and a president selected by the full UL System Board of Supervisors. “President Gallot’s… Continue reading UL System announces Grambling State University Presidential Search Committee and Initial Meeting

Eric Kelly, Chairman/CEO of multiple technology companies, will serve as the keynote speaker for Grambling State University’s Fall 2023 Commencement Exercises to be held at 10 a.m. Dec. 15 in the Frederick C. Hobdy Assembly Center. In his current position, Kelly oversees a portfolio of technology companies comprised of Overland Tandberg, a global Hybrid Cloud… Continue reading Eric Kelly to serve as keynote speaker for Fall 2023 Commencement

Kimberly Penn, president of Webtropolis and founder/CEO of Professor Drones, will visit Grambling State University on Thursday, November 9, as the inaugural “Entrepreneur in Residence” series continues.   A lecture sponsored by the College of Business and Office of Student Affairs will begin at 11:15 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, in the auditorium of the Betty… Continue reading College of Business to continue Entrepreneur in Residence series with Kimberly Penn

Grambling, La. – November 1, 2023 – Remembering legacy while creating leadership skills was the primary message presented by keynote speaker Lieutenant General (LTG) Darrell K. Williams (U.S. Army retired) during Grambling State University’s Founder’s Day Convocation held Wednesday morning inside the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center. Williams, the president of Hampton University, has four… Continue reading Hampton President encourages legacy, leadership during Founder’s Convocation event

Grambling, La. – October 25, 2023 – Retired U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, who serves as president of Hampton University, will be the keynote speaker for Founder’s Day Convocation as Grambling State University prepares to celebrate its annual 122nd Founder’s Celebration. The Convocation is set for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1, inside the… Continue reading Hampton University President to serve as keynote speaker for Founder’s Convocation

Grambling, La. – October 16, 2023 – Knowing who you are and what you have to offer, and always continuing to develop seemed to be the consensus message presented by a panel of four college recruiters as Grambling State University (GSU) presented “A Candid Conversation About Careers and Opportunities.” The event, presented by the Center for… Continue reading Panelists tout continued self development, alignment with purpose at Candid Conversations event