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Grambling State Alum Tells Amazing Story Through First Book

Diseree Smith, a 2007 graduate of Grambling State University, has finally accomplished her childhood goal of becoming an author, as she published her first book entitled “Beautiful Like a Flower.” “Becoming an author was always a

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Grambling Students Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence

Kyla Nelson will always remember Sister Felicia Williams, her youth pastor from Mesquite, Texas, who passed away from breast cancer last year, as a source of inspiration. “I really miss her, and I am still thinking

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The WOW Factor at Grambling State University

  Office of the President On Saturday, October 10, 2015, I received an early birthday present by welcoming 2,200 incredible students to High School Day at Grambling State University. The event was a mind-blowing experience to

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“HIGHER EDUCATION AND THE WATERS OF UNCERTAINTY”

  By Willie D. Larkin, Ph.D. President Our venerable institution is alive, strong and doing well, and we will continue to grow stronger in the days to come. Ignore those who speak ill of Grambling State

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Grambling Professors Show the Importance of Giving Back to the Community

Three Grambling State University professors were honored for their service learning work during the 2014-2015 school year at the Lunch, Learn and Appreciate event on Sept. 24. Mary Ghongkedze, an assistant professor of curriculum and instruction,

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Homecoming Golf Classic Renamed in Honor of Founder Fred Hearn, Jr.

The Grambling University National Alumni Association is holding the 9th Annual Scholarship Golf Classic Homecoming weekend. The classic will begin at 8 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 23 at Trails End Golf Course in Arcadia. All proceeds

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Grambling Celebrates 114 Years of Excellence

In 1901, the Colored Industrial and Agricultural School emerged from the desire of African-American farmers in rural, northern Louisiana to educate their children and inspire them to pursue a better life. Now 114 years later, Grambling

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Grambling State University Remembers Doris Robinson

Grambling State University honored Doris Robinson, the wife of legendary Coach Eddie Robinson, with a Celebration of Life service in T.H. Harris Auditorium on Sept. 24. Mrs. Robinson, who passed away at the age of 96,

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The Power of Customer Service Excellence, It Pays Off in the End

By Willie D. Larkin President Grambling State University During the last two months, I have heard many concerns about the need for improved customer service at Grambling State University. Customer service excellence is never optional at

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GSU Alumna Pursuing Career in Neuroscience

A 2015 graduate of Grambling State University has been accepted into medical school at the Medical College of Wisconsin and has begun her journey to become a neurologist. Alicia Ivory earned a Bachelor of Science in

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