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Best Version Media, LLC. | Grambling State University is back in the postseason 4 seed in the Western Division and are set to compete in the 2025 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Softball Tournament—marking their first tournament appearance since 2023 Grambling State (10-14 SWAC) will take the field on Tuesday in a first-round matchup against Eastern Division No CST at the Gulfport Sportsplex in Gulfport The tournament will follow a double-elimination format We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it OK Privacy policy Junior pitcher Kenny Fabian dominated on the mound delivering seven shutout innings with only two hits allowed highlighted by three hits from senior Carlos Rodriguez-Velez and two RBIs from senior Brant Voth While UAPB showcased strong pitching and batting and the performance against stronger competition may raise questions going forward UAPB aims to maintain momentum in the series while further refining their pitching strategy and offensive execution against Grambling UAPB's solid performance against Grambling not only underlines their capability but also sets a positive tone for upcoming games The summary of the linked article was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence technology from OpenAI Before technology opened doors for Alana Ward Robinson she will return to the place where her path first took shape—Grambling State University—to receive an honorary doctorate during the Spring 2025 Commencement One of the few African American women in America to have served as a Chief Information Officer for multiple Fortune 500 companies Robinson’s story is not just one of professional excellence—it’s a testament to purpose in a household where education wasn’t just encouraged—it was expected taught junior and senior English literature they were prominent educators and leaders in their community “They taught me that education was both a privilege and a calling—a tool not only for personal growth “They instilled in me values that have remained my compass to this day: faith in God and an unshakable belief in the power of being a life-long learner.” I gravitated toward math and science classes because they offered a sense of order and discovery,” she recalls Her curiosity found direction thanks to a high school math teacher who recognized her potential “I had a high school math teacher who encouraged me to pursue more advanced studies and who saw in me a future that I hadn’t yet imagined That teacher went on to nominate her for an Early Admissions program at the University of Southwest Louisiana during the summer of her junior year “That was my 1st Computer programming course I was instantly hooked—and that was the moment I realized technology could be my future!” Robinson enrolled at Grambling State University the following year as the institution introduced a dual degree in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science “It wasn’t lost on me that I didn’t see many people who looked like me in those workspaces,” she says Grambling became a place of personal transformation as well as academic growth Robinson fondly recalls late nights in Adams Hall dorm and the friendships that turned into lifelong family-by-choice relationships She describes being initiated into Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and being elected Delta Iota Chapter President as a defining moment that taught her the power of sisterhood Perhaps most meaningful of all was meeting her husband The two graduated together in 1972 and married that same year has navigated life’s challenges and opportunities with a steadfast commitment to grow and serve Robinson also credits several influential faculty members with helping shape her academic direction and professional future “I had professors who saw me—who pushed me to go beyond what was expected Their belief in my potential was transformative,” she shares “I continue to have profound gratitude to Dr who expected me to better than the day before They wholeheartedly made my exposure to IBM happen.” “I also had classmates who were fiercely intelligent and driven—we inspired each other to dream big The sense of community and collective pride remains significant and continues to exist.” Robinson rose through executive ranks at IBM and RR Donnelley—frequently the only Black woman in the room and often the one leading the conversation She drove multimillion-dollar operational efficiencies and built leadership teams that reflected her core values: excellence “There are many proud moments over the course of my corporate and entrepreneurial career,” she says “That’s the kind of legacy I’m proud of—one built not only on transformation and innovation which leads national work in CIO consulting and technology strategy across sectors from healthcare to higher education “I am exceptionally proud of the company we have built and the capacity we have created to drive focused impact.” or redirect you—but your authenticity is your superpower Returning to Grambling State this spring to receive its highest honor is a moment that is both professional and deeply personal “It’s a full circle blessing that I will treasure forever,” she says “To be honored by Grambling—my alma mater—is deeply emotional And to receive the first honorary doctorate bestowed by President Lemelle a man I’ve watched grow into an impactful and visionary leader Robinson now stands before a new generation preparing to take their next step Her closing words to the graduating class speak to what she has always believed—about herself and about those who follow her path:“You are ready The degree you’ve earned is not just a credential—it’s a passport to possibility and never forget the village that shaped you Sign up to receive an inbox alert when a new story is published (318) 274-3811 Toll-free 1-800-569-4714 Grambling State is hiring Florida A&M University coach Patrick Crarey II as the school's next head coach a veteran NAIA coach who spent one year at FAMU who left to become head coach of Alabama A&M last week Crarey will take over a Tigers program that finished 12-22 in 2024-25, but won its first Southwestern Athletic Conference Tournament championship and its first NCAA tournament berth in 2024 Liv for Hoops reported Crarey as the target earlier Thursday — Grambling State University will honor a historic milestone this spring as members of the Class of 1975 — the first graduates to earn their degrees under the university’s new name — return to campus for their 50th anniversary celebration they will be recognized during the Spring 2025 Commencement Exercises on Friday The Golden Grads celebration not only marks a milestone for the Class of 1975 but also honors the legacy of leadership and achievement that continues to define Grambling State University As the first graduates to cross the stage under the Grambling State University name the Class of 1975 helped usher in a bold new era — one defined by academic excellence the university will host a series of events honoring the Golden Grads and celebrating their contributions offering alumni a firsthand look at the growth and transformation that has shaped Grambling State’s identity The celebration is more than a reflection of the past; it is a bridge to the future Today’s graduates will stand alongside the trailblazers who paved the way drawing inspiration from their stories of perseverance they embody the spirit of Grambling State — a legacy built across generations Among the distinguished members of the Golden Class are Senator Edward J who currently represents District 2 in the Louisiana State Senate and has dedicated his career to public service the first woman elected as SGA President at Grambling State Loeb continued her legacy of leadership in education as a teacher at Eunice High School and impact that define the Grambling experience The Golden Grads celebration will culminate with a special recognition at Commencement honoring the Class of 1975 or their historic achievement and the enduring example they set for generations to come Their legacy continues to shape Grambling State’s future and build on the foundation they helped create Game Recap: Baseball | 4/26/2025 10:28:00 PM --It was a rough day for Grambling pitchers as the Florida A&M Rattlers plated 11 runs en route to an 11-4 win over the Tigers on Saturday Sophomore Carson Kelly (4-1) got the win out of the bullpen for Florida A&M (20-20 The Rattlers got the scoring started early, putting one run on the board in the bottom the first inning with the game still scoreless. Florida A&M got an RBI single from junior Justen Crews, scoring freshman Jay Campbell from second base The Rattlers lost the lead they built in the first but got back on the board in the fourth trailing 2-1 Florida A&M picked up a pair of runs in the frame Florida A&M's lead had disappeared once the sixth inning arrived and turned into a 4-3 Grambling advantage, when the Rattlers re-took control at 5-4. The Rattlers picked up a couple on a two-run triple off the bat of freshman Broedy Poppell Florida A&M held the Tigers scoreless before their offense got things rolling the next inning The Rattlers scored six runs in the inning highlighted by a one-run walk off the bat of Crews bringing the Florida A&M advantage to 11-4 The score remained 11-4 for the rest of the game Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Game Recap: Baseball | 4/27/2025 11:42:00 PM TALLAHASSEE, Fla. --Freshman Matthew Perez racked up four RBI to help lead the Florida A&M Rattlers past the Grambling Tigers 11-9 on Sunday Freshman Jay Campbell (1-0) got the win for Florida A&M (21-20 Perez went 2-for-2 with a home run and three walks in addition to his four RBI for the Rattlers. Junior William Brown furnished a standout performance at the plate as well, going 1-for-5 with a home run and an RBI. Senior Colton Ryals also contributed for Florida A&M putting together one hit in four trips to the plate while adding a double starting their scoring with one run in the bottom of the first inning expanding on their advantage in the second inning after the Tigers cut it to 3-2 Florida A&M picked up a run on Brown's leadoff home run off of junior Trenton Shaw Florida A&M kept Grambling scoreless before building their lead to 8-2 in the fifth inning including a two-run double off the bat of Ryals closing the gap to 8-5 until Florida A&M added some insurance in the seventh The inning resulted in three runs for the Rattlers all of them scoring on a three-run homer off the bat of Perez to right bringing the score to 11-5 in favor of Florida A&M Grambling put four runs on the scoreboard before the game was over but the Rattlers still held on for the 11-9 win Thanks for visiting Game Recap: Baseball | 4/25/2025 10:34:00 PM TALLAHASSEE, Fla. --Freshman Garrett Workman was dominant on Friday punching out nine Grambling hitters over six innings of work but it was not enough as the Florida A&M Rattlers fell to the Tigers 6-4 In addition to his nine strikeouts, Workman (5-4) tossed six innings, giving up five runs, four earned, on six hits and walking two for Florida A&M (19-20, ). Senior Cody Williams also made an impact on the mound for the Rattlers putting together two hits in five trips to the plate while adding a double Trailing 5-0, the Rattlers first put runs on the board in the third inning. Florida A&M plated two runs when Poppell left the yard with senior Jalen Niles aboard The Rattlers kept the Tigers off the board before narrowing the gap further in the fourth. Florida A&M scored once on an RBI single off the bat of freshman Matthew Perez Florida A&M kept the Tigers off the board before narrowing the gap to 5-4 in the fifth The Rattlers added a run on Miller's leadoff home run off senior Mason Martinez The Rattlers were unable to get any closer as Grambling added one run to their tally on the way to a 6-4 final Thanks for visiting 2025 Copyright Alcorn State University Athletics Thanks for visiting – The ULM softball team (33-16) remains home hosting Grambling State (15-23) at the ULM Softball Complex The Warhawks will take on the Tigers on Tuesday (April 22) at 6 p.m The game will be available to stream on ESPN+ and live stats will be available at ULMWarhawks.com ULM looks to continue defending their undefeated record at home while Grambling State looks to bounce back from a series loss at home The Warhawks will take on the Tigers for the 39th meeting looking to continue a win streak that dates back to 2006 ULM holds a 34-3-1 all-time record against the Tigers where ULM defeated Grambling State at Grambling and the Warhawks posted a triple play and a staff no-hitter most recently going 1-2 over the weekend against Arkansas-Pine Bluff Grambling State last claimed a series on April 12 the Tigers have notably defeated Mississippi Valley State Kamryn Broussard leads the team in batting average most recently collecting four runs on three hits and an RBI in the dominant 16-1 win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff ULM has competed in seven midweek games so far this season wrapping things up against Grambling State on April 22 The Warhawks hold a 5-2 record in midweek games falling to LSU and Southeastern Louisiana on the road ULM claimed a 10-4 win over Northwestern State on April 2 in Monroe Georgia Southern hit a two-RBI double in the seventh to close the gap Georgia Southern struck first yet again in the series finale, an error scoring a run in the second. Morgan Brown hit an RBI double in the third to tie things up. With two outs in the bottom of the seventh, Hollie Thomas hit an RBI single to walk off the win The Warhawks have the winningest home record in the NCAA this season as they remain undefeated at the ULM Softball Complex ULM is one of five teams in the nation that remain undefeated at home after going a combined 10-0 in their two hosted tournaments and sweeping three Sun Belt opponents the Warhawks swept Georgia Southern at home for the continued win streak ULM posted a triple play in the bottom of the fifth inning against Grambling State on Tuesday (March 11) The Warhawks lead the NCAA with seven other teams who have tallied a triple play this season: Alcorn ULM has competed against three of the teams they share the honor with walking off the win against Georgia Southern by hitting an RBI single for the 2-1 win and the series sweep ULM has put eight entries in the single-season Top 5 records lists including the most runs in a single season (311) The ULM softball team will hit the road for the final road series of the regular season The Warhawks will take on South Alabama in Mobile starting on Friday (April 25) at 6 p.m. Thanks for visiting 13vs4Grambling State Houston Sweeps Grambling State3/9/2025 5:24:00 PM | Baseball Percy “Master P” Miller will deliver the keynote address at Grambling State University’s Fall 2024 Commencement Miller is celebrated for his unwavering commitment to empowerment and ownership he revolutionized the music industry by creating a blueprint for independent success the label sold over 100 million records globally and launched the careers of music legends like Snoop Dogg Miller’s entrepreneurial reach extends beyond music to include investments in apparel cementing his reputation as a visionary business leader and mental health advocate who champions ownership as the foundation of success Miller has a proven track record of creating successful products and brands inspiring individuals to take control of their careers and financial futures Miller is an advocate for real diversity for minority-owned businesses and bridging the wealth gap Although his entrepreneurial ventures are vast where he focuses on educating and empowering the next generation an independent label that sold over 100 million units worldwide creating international fan frenzy superstar artist careers like Snoop Dogg Miller cemented his legacy as a visionary entrepreneur He is also the driving force behind Miller Family Foods a family-owned business committed to strengthening families and communities by promoting active his business portfolio extends far beyond the food industry Miller played in the NBA for the Charlotte Hornets and the Toronto Raptors Miller finds his greatest fulfillment in giving back He is dedicated to helping others and inspiring them to uplift their communities His most significant contributions come through his philanthropic efforts As Chairman of the Team Hope Foundation™ he is deeply committed to improving the lives of youth and the elderly through programs designed to enhance their quality of life Miller serves as an ambassador for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) where he promotes mental health awareness and support As an ambassador for entertainment in the city of New Orleans Miller has received widespread recognition for his contributions to bridging the wealth gap and uplifting the New Orleans culture He was appointed Youth Ambassador for the NAACP dedicating time and resources to support the Joel John Scholastic Academy in Los Angeles His accolades include two NAACP Awards for Community Service the Social Justice Entertainer of the Year Award in honor of Dr and Certificates of Appreciation from the California State Assembly for his advocacy in civil Miller holds honorary doctorates from Lincoln University and has received the Keys to the Cities of Memphis Crawley, 6-4 and 215 pounds was the 2024 SWAC preseason Offensive Player of the Year and earned a spot on the prestigious Stats Perform FCS Walter Payton Award preseason watch list. The native of Lithonia, Georgia, played for Alabama State (2020-23) before transferring to Grambling State in 2023. He's made 40 game appearances and completed 434-of-747 passes for 5,143 yards, 36 touchdowns, 23 interceptions, and a 124.83 passer efficiency. In his collegiate career, Crawley also rushed 102 times for 224 yards and four rushing touchdowns. Irv Mulligan invited to the New York Giants rookie mini-camp. / Credit: JSU AthleticsShilo Sanders / Credit: Clarion-LedgerRobert Jones III / Credit: HU AthleticsRobert McDaniel signs with Washington / Credti: JSU AthleticsFlorida A&M Rattlers defensive back Kendall Bohler (3) pregame of playing the South Florida Bulls at Raymond James Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023 / Gerald Thomas / USA TODAY NETWORKfeed The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit If you or someone you know has a gambling problem crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER Dear Grambling State University Community: I want to take a moment to share our key institutional priorities and the progress we are making to strengthen Grambling State University Whether you are a student striving for success a faculty or staff member shaping our future or a board member guiding our vision—your role is invaluable in advancing our shared mission and an unwavering commitment to excellence we are focused on five critical areas that will define this year’s progress We also extend our deepest appreciation to the Partnership for Education Advancement and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund for their investments in our institution which are helping us build capacity and sustain long-term success What makes Grambling State University the top choice for students We have partnered with Simpson Scarborough a national leader in higher education branding to conduct a Value Proposition Study that will provide insights into how we tell our story Surveys and focus groups are currently underway and we anticipate receiving formal recommendations in April that will shape future marketing We are taking bold steps to ensure the long-term financial health of the university Through our partnership with CFO Colleague we are implementing new financial planning models to enhance budgeting The finance team is currently testing these models with plans to integrate them into the next fiscal year’s budget process A thriving campus is the foundation of student success and alumni pride We are in the early stages of developing a comprehensive Campus Master Plan to guide facility enhancements and future development including the installation of new campus video technology to expand security measures and enhance safety Grambling State University is embracing innovation to better connect with future Tigers a cutting-edge Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform which will revolutionize our admissions and recruitment process streamlining communications with prospective students and making the recruitment process more personalized and efficient We remain deeply committed to helping our students thrive both inside and outside the classroom we are enhancing how we track student engagement and provide early intervention strategies to improve retention and academic success we are making adjustments to campus dining I want to emphasize that these priorities are not just institutional goals—they are a shared commitment Everyone plays a role in the continued success of Grambling State University We will continue to provide updates as these initiatives unfold Thank you for your unwavering commitment to Grambling State University—together we are shaping the future of the #1 HBCU for social and economic mobility Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting Patrick Crarey II is turning the page to a new chapter of his coaching career After spending one year as the head coach of the Florida A&M men’s basketball team Crarey is heading to fellow Southwestern Athletic Conference school Grambling State in Louisiana Crarey, 41, replaces former Grambling men’s basketball coach Donte Jackson Grambling State went 12-22 this past season but won its first-ever SWAC Tournament title in 2024 to reach the NCAA Tournament “I enjoyed my time here seeing the program grow so fast in such a short amount of time,” Crarey told the Tallahassee Democrat in a one-on-one interview on Tuesday but God and business told me I had to go.” Crarey was hired away from NAIA school St. Thomas University to become the Rattlers’ 15th men’s basketball coach on April 17, 2024 by former FAMU Vice President and Director of Athletics Tiffani-Dawn Sykes and former university President Dr native’s first NCAA and Division I coaching job After an administration shakeup last August Crarey worked with FAMU interim president Dr Timothy Beard and first-year FAMU Vice President and Director of Athletics Angela Suggs “Very grateful for the Presidents I had while I was here; Tiffani and Angela have done so much for me since I’ve been here,” Crarey said The two-month-long contract dispute between FAMU’s Board of Trustees and the athletic department stuck with Crarey while deciding if he would stay with the Rattlers or accept the Grambling State job “That point in time and the distractions around the contract affected me personally and professionally,” Crarey explained FAMU attempted to keep Crarey as its men’s basketball coach Amidst this past season, which saw the Rattlers reach as high as second out of twelve teams in the SWAC standings, FAMU repackaged a contract extension for Crarey. In February, FAMU offered Crarey a two-year extension worth $330,000 which the coach later agreed to and signed Crarey also added that FAMU presented a counteroffer before he left for Grambling State “FAMU did come back and offer me on the last day before I went to Grambling But they couldn’t match what Grambling had to offer,” Crarey said “There were a lot of different things inside the [Grambling] deal The FAMU offer was given to me in the midnight hour of decision making time Crarey commended the Grambling State brass’ unity and attentiveness in his hire It was a complete 180 from what Crarey experienced when he came to FAMU “The synergy between the administration and the athletic department They’re just trying to get stuff done,” Crarey said and never wavered in their pursuit of me.” FAMU men's basketball accomplished a lot in lone year under Patrick Crarey IIDespite the “rollercoaster of emotions” from Crarey’s contract dispute the wide-eyed first-time Division I coach put his head down and worked to put FAMU basketball back on the map Crarey tirelessly recruited needle-moving players like Sterling Young and Milton Matthews to play for FAMU Young was named the SWAC’s Player of the Year, while Matthews garnered SWAC Newcomer of the Year honors. Both, among others have entered the transfer portal since the season’s end and reached the SWAC Tournament for the first time since 2021-2022 The Rattlers won a SWAC Tournament game for the first time by beating the Prairie View A&M Panthers 75-66 on March 11 recognizing the top first-year Division I head coach then kind of trailed off,” Crarey reflected on his lone season at FAMU Crarey knows the potential of FAMU’s basketball program after helping it reach new heights in less than a calendar year there “If alumni just support the guy that comes in after me as long as it’s not when they play against us With FAMU and Grambling State both being SWAC schools Crarey knows he will see the Rattlers down the road The Rattlers and the Tigers typically play each other twice amidst the SWAC basketball’s 18-game schedule “You know I’ll be very excited to come back here and play As it will be for whoever replaces me,” Crarey said Crarey is thankful for the support he got while he earned his chops on the Division I level at FAMU “I think many people supported me a lot more because of some of the things they saw me go through,” Crarey said just appreciative to everybody for the support they gave us during the ups and downs Grambling State introduced Crarey as its new men’s basketball head coach on Friday very emotional and difficult time,” Crarey said I was mixed with emotions throughout the whole process and still am Gerald Thomas, III is a multi-time award-winning journalist for his coverage of the Florida A&M Rattlers at the Tallahassee Democrat Follow his award-winning coverage on RattlerNews.com and contact him via email at GDThomas@Tallahassee.com or on the app formerly known as Twitter @3peatgee The introductory press conference for Coach Crarey will take place at Grambling State's Fredrick C Hobdy Assembly Center at 10:00 AM CT on Friday Crarey will fill the vacancy left by former GSU head coach Donte' Jackson who left the Tigers program to become the head coach at Alabama A&M University Crarey had an interesting season at Florida A&M University after being appointed head coach of the Rattlers on Apr The Board of Trustees did not approve the initial contract proposal for Coach Crarey which had been submitted by the former Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics After successfully coaching under a modified contract this season the board proposed extending Crarey with a salary increase and other incentives there wasn't confirmation that Crarey accepted the terms before accepting Grambling State's offer Crarey guided Florida A&M to a 13-16 overall record and a 10-8 SWAC record during the 2024-25 season Thomas University Bobcats to a 61-27 record and won a Sun Conference Regular Season Championship for three consecutive seasons Crarey was named Sun Conference Coach of the Year for the 2023-24 season Carery served as the men's basketball coach and athletic director at Washington Adventist University for ten seasons in Kinesiology and Exercise from La Sierra University in 2007 More massive upsets are happening in the postseason of HBCU Basketball At the 2025 Starry SWAC Men's Basketball Tournament in overtime at the quarterfinals at Gateway Center in College Park Coach Donte' Jackson said his team won It's a hell of a team over there [referring to Southern]...but our guys have been here [before] and wanted it." 65-62 / Credit: ESPNAfter Southern's guard Michael Jacobs stole from GSU guard Kintavious Dozier tying the game with just two seconds remaining leading to an overtime period between last year's tournament champions and this season's regular season champions The G-Men would score 16 points in the extended period and create havoc in the SWAC Men's Basketball Tournament Bracket Grambling's Mikale Stevenson was the only Tiger scoring in double figures with 12 points and grabbing four rebounds and Kintavious Dozier scored six in the victory SWAC Mens Brackets / Credit: SWACThe winner of Thursday's No Grambling State University's men's basketball team cruised to a 2025 SWAC Men's Basketball opening-round victory defeating Alabama A&M 73-56 at the Gateway Center The GSU Tigers were led in scoring by Mikale Stevenson with 17 points GSU defeats AAMU / Courtesy: GSU AthleticsThe defense of Alabama A&M could not prevent a 15-of-30 (50%) first-half shooting performance by Grambling State The Tigers also led by 14 points with 1:06 left in the period GSU marched out to a 41-30 advantage at intermission Alabama A&M struggled to score in the paint with 10 points compared to GSU's 32 points Grambling State advances to the next round to square off against Texas Southern which they defeated in last year's SWAC Men's Tournament game The squads traded wins at home during the regular season The Southwestern Athletic Conference slate of games for the 2025 SWAC Men's Basketball Tournament will tip off at 2:00 PM ET on Tuesday USA; Jackson State Tigers head coach Mo Williams talks to guard Marcus Watson Jr (21) during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images / Jordan Prather-Imagn ImagesSWAC Men's Basketball Postseason Honors | 2024-25 SeasonThe Southwestern Athletic Conference announced its 2024-25 All-SWAC Men's Basketball teams and individual award winners The all-conference honors were voted on by the league’s coaches and sports information directors In order to be eligible for awards student-athletes must have participated in a minimum of 75 percent of their team’s games played this season USA; Southern University Jaguars head coach Kevin Johnson talks with Southern University Jaguars guard Jordan Johnson (11) during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images / Jeffrey Becker-Imagn ImagesCoach of the Year Kevin Johnson USA; Florida A&M Rattlers guard Sterling Young (4) dribbles the ball past Florida Gators guard Will Richer (5) during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images / Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images Player of the Year Sterling Young USA; Southern University Jaguars guard Andre Nunley (9) dribbles the ball during the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Reed Arena Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images / Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images Defensive Player of the Year Andre Nunley USA; Florida A&M Rattlers guard Milton Matthews (5) dribbles to the basket against Maryland Terrapins guard Selton Miguel (9) during the first half at Xfinity Center Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images / Reggie Hildred-Imagn ImagesNewcomer of the Year Milton Matthews USA; Jackson State Tigers guard Dorian McMillian (1) shoots the ball during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images / Jordan Prather-Imagn ImagesFreshman of the Year Dorian McMillian USA; Prairie View A&M Panthers guard Tanahj Pettway (11) shoots the ball against the UCLA Bruins in the first half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images / Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesAll-SWAC First Team Trey Thomas Xavier Musketeers guard Dayvion McKnight (20) gets pressure from Texas Southern Tigers guard Kavion McClain (2) in the first half Monday / Cara Owsley/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images All-SWAC Second Team TJ Madlock The Southwestern Athletic Conference has announced its 2025 Starry SWAC Men’s Basketball Tournament presented by Buick seedings featuring the league’s top ten teams at the conclusion of regular season play 2025 SWAC Regular Season Champion Southern enters the tournament as the No 2 seed (14-4 SWAC) while Bethune-Cookman claimed the No 3 seed (13-5 SWAC) in the tournament followed by No Southern University / Credit: SU AthleticsAlabama State is the No Florida A&M (10-8 SWAC) and Grambling State (7-11 SWAC) will enter the tournament as the No Alabama A&M (6-12 SWAC) and Prairie View A&M (4-14) claimed the final two tournament bids and will enter the tournament as the No In the event of a tie in conference records the league’s tiebreaker policy was used to determine final seedings The 2025 Starry SWAC Men’s Basketball Tournament presented by Buick is scheduled to be played on March 11-15 at Gateway Center Arena located in Atlanta Coach Mo Williams and Jackson State Basketball Team / Credit: Jackson State AthleticsSWAC MEN'S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT SEEDINGSouthern: 15-3Jackson State: 14-4Bethune-Cookman: 13-5Texas Southern: 12-6Alabama State: 12-6Alcorn State: 11-7Florida A&M: 10-8Grambling State: 7-11Alabama A&M: 6-12Prairie View A&M: 4-14The upcoming tournament schedule of games is listed below 9 Alabama A&M ESPN+March 11 8:30 pm Game Two: No 10 Prairie View A&M ESPN+March 12 2:00 pm Game Three: No Winner Game One ESPN+March 12 8:30 pm Game Four: No Winner Game Two ESPN+March 13 2:00 pm Game Five: No 5 Alabama State ESPN+March 13 8:30 pm Game Six: No 6 Alcorn State ESPN+March 14 2:00 pm Game Seven: Winner Game Three vs Winner Game Five ESPN+March 14 8:30 pm Game Eight: Winner Game Four vs Winner Game Six ESPN+March 15 9:30 pm Championship: Winner Game Seven vs All times listed Eastern Standard Time (EST) Please let us know your thoughts when you like our HBCU LEGENDS Facebook page WHEN YOU CLICK RIGHT HERE Appointment Advances Broader Commitment to Strategic Adaptability – Grambling State University has named Tasha L as the Interim Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management Heard will report directly to President Martin Lemelle expanding her leadership in student success initiatives while strengthening efforts to support retention and graduation outcomes She will continue in her role as Executive Director of Title III Programs This announcement is part of a broader leadership restructuring under Adapt and Advance: A Strategy for Modern Leadership a framework introduced by President Lemelle to ensure Grambling State remains a nimble forward-thinking institution that thrives in an evolving higher education landscape This initiative emphasizes strategic adaptability and leadership alignment to enhance student success Grambling State is making key adjustments to its organizational structure Gavin Hamms will now lead the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) which will ensure the university is well-prepared for its SACSCOC Fifth-Year Interim Review and continues to advance institutional effectiveness efforts the responsibilities for Title III Programs and Grants Administration will now be housed within Research and Sponsored Programs to enhance federal program management and streamline operations “I am deeply honored to serve my alma mater as the Interim Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management,” said Heard “This role is both a professional milestone and a personal commitment to giving back to the institution that has played a pivotal role in shaping my journey I am committed to strengthening enrollment strategies and fostering a student-centered approach that aligns with institutional goals.” With over 20 years of experience in grant management Heard has effectively led the administration of more than 20 federally funded projects boasting an annual budget exceeding $10 million Her leadership has enhanced compliance measures and streamlined processes that bolster institutional development she has played a crucial role in retention and academic advising by implementing strategies to support at-risk students and contributing to the university’s accreditation process with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) Heard’s extensive background in higher education administration and student success will guide her efforts in this role She is committed to fostering an environment that prioritizes student success at every stage “Guided by my experience in higher education administration I look forward to collaborating with faculty and stakeholders to drive impactful enrollment strategies that support our students from admission to graduation,” Heard said underscored the significance of this transition in the university’s strategic leadership framework “As we continue to position Grambling State for long-term success we must ensure that our leadership structure reflects our commitment to student success and institutional effectiveness,” said Lemelle “Tasha Heard’s experience in higher education administration and student-centered initiatives uniquely qualifies her to lead this critical area Her passion for student success and her deep understanding of enrollment management will help us refine our strategies to support students from recruitment to graduation.” Heard holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems and a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Public Management from Grambling State University She is currently completing a Doctor of Education in Developmental Education with a focus on higher education administration and management ‘Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed,'” said Heard “This new opportunity is not just a professional milestone but a chance to break barriers I am excited for the journey ahead and eager to contribute to the continued success of our students and institution.” – Grambling State University will award an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters to distinguished alumna and trailblazing executive Alana Ward Robinson during its Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony Alana Ward Robinson is a transformative technology strategist and award-winning executive with a distinguished record of leading enterprise-wide innovation across the public and private sectors With deep expertise in emerging technologies and driven measurable outcomes across Fortune 500 companies and mission-driven institutions “Alana Ward Robinson’s journey is a testament to the power of preparation and a clear sense of purpose,” said Grambling State University President Dr “Her work at the intersection of technology and leadership has not only shaped industries—it has opened doors for generations to follow she exemplifies what it means to carry forward the mission of this institution with excellence and intentionality.” As Founder and CEO of Robinson Group Consulting (RGC) since 2004 Robinson leads a national practice specializing in interim CIO leadership RGC’s diverse client base includes global supply chains Her work consistently bridges strategic vision with operational excellence Robinson launched her career at IBM Corporation ultimately managing the Public Sector P&L across multiple states She then held senior leadership roles at the Public Service Company of Colorado where she drove ERP innovation and multimillion-dollar efficiency gains including the World Food Program (IT Advisory Council) and the African American Experience Fund of the National Parks Foundation She is a founding member of the Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) and an active supporter of inclusive leadership and next-gen tech talent Grambling State University Alumni Beacon Award CIO Review’s Top 20 Technology Consulting Providers and recognition from the Financial Times Agenda 100 in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science from Grambling State University and is an alumna of Harvard University’s Advanced Executive Management Program A proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Robinson’s honor will be conferred during the Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony, which also features a keynote address by actress, author, and entrepreneur Tabitha Brown. For more information, visit gram.edu/graduation Dear Grambling State University Community: As we continue to make progress in 2025 I want to take a moment to share our key institutional priorities and the progress we are the place where ‘Everybody is Somebody,’ even the littlest Tigers are important And now GSU has a special reason to celebrate its littlest tigers after the university held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday afternoon to celebrate the rebirth of its Child Development Center GSU’s Child Development Center closed in 2009 due to a lack of sufficient funding but monies from the Ascend at the Aspen Institute’s Black and Native Family Futures Fund and a $2 million grant from the U.S The Department of Education helped return the facility to operation on the Grambling State campus known as the Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) grant — was awarded to GSU to develop comprehensive support strategies for student parents is a product of the Child Development Center and expressed his pride at the facility’s reopening “We celebrate little tigers and encourage them to become future Tigers and come to Grambling State University and explore the career and life of their dreams,” Lemelle said “We’re excited about the child development center and its rebirth and what it means for our community what it means for the ecosystem of our students and parents and thinking through the articulation of the possibilities “So when you open the door today and see yourselves here and your children here share the message — the message that this is possible because of investment Investment from the Department of Education investment of partners like the Aspen Institute This is also an opportunity for our workforce because many of our team members from across the campus are here today If you have little loved ones in your family there is also an opportunity to engage them in the fabric of the child development center.” The center will operate under the auspices of GSU’s Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) which is headed by interim director Terry Matthews Heading the Child Development Center itself will be interim director Carol Lewis “Our goal is to produce readers by the age of 4,” Lewis said “We will be able to accomplish this goal because of the wonderful ecosystem we have at Grambling State University the department which the center is housed within “But FCS is not the only department that has embraced this Childhood Education Center Those gentlemen have been instrumental in helping us do the groundwork necessary for us to open.” dean of GSU’s College of Arts and Sciences for incorporating an early childhood education component into GSU’s education program “We have early education majors who are doing their work study in our childcare center,” Lewis said Our goal is to teach the whole child so that in secondary school education we want to expose them to the early stages of human development so that they become not only better educators but better parents in the long run.” Lewis said both of her two sons were reading by the age of three and that is something she wants to see for all children attending GSU’s Child Education Center so that is my goal for the children of this center — to expose them to literacy early and often so they are prepared for K-12 not only to succeed but to excel,” Lewis said “We want them to ask where did those abilities come from And we want them to know that it came from the Grambling State University Child Development Center.” Matthews said the rebirth of the center creates a new future for GSU “A bright future officially begins here in our ‘Little Tiger World of Wonder’ — the Grambling State University Child Development Center,” Matthews said “Today we gather to celebrate the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the GSU Child Development Center a place where little tigers’ dreams take flight and their little minds blossom a nurturing ground where children can explore who are now positioned to receive invaluable learning experience as they observe and work with our little Tigers.” Matthews said the philosophy of the GSU Child Development Center is rooted in the belief that every child is unique and deserves a high-quality classroom education “Our center provides an opportunity for parents to invest in their child’s future at no cost to them,” Matthews said Full funding for tuition and the complete operation of the child education center is provided through a CCAMPIS grant that awarded Grambling State University $2 million “We are committed to providing high quality childcare and education for our little tigers We are so proud of the fact that the teachers at the center are graduates of the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences We are excited to embark on this journey at the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences and we will carry out our vision our mission and the goals here at Grambling State University Together we will create a bright future for our children their parents and the wonderful world of the GSU Child Development Center Samantha Dimmer is a GSU student with a child going to the GSU Child Development Center I majored in Child Development and came to school back in 2009,” Dimmer said and it was a whole lot of work trying to maneuver back and forth and find a babysitter I kept my dream going  in 2011 when I was pregnant and ended up in grad school It grew to be very hard because I didn’t have the support system that we have now.” earning an Associate’s degree in 2013 and also studying Computer Information Systems She completed her undergraduate degree last year and thanks to the rebirth of GSU’s Child Education Center “When you don’t have childcare and you want to complete your education you either stop or you keep going,” Dimmer said Dimmer thanked Department of Family and Consumer Sciences lecturer Dr Suzanne Mayo-Theus and Lewis for the support they’ve given her in work to continue her education and expressed gratitude to the child development center for helping her continue her academic journey on July 3 and is able to continue her studies thanks to GSU’s Child Education Center “It means everything to me,” Carter said of the center but it’s much more different when you’re a single mom yourself I didn’t know what to do or how it would go I don’t know who could watch my child while I am in school but this allows me to better myself and become the mom I need to be.” a corporal in the Louisiana National Guard said she hopes her story will encourage other moms to take advantage of the child education center they actually teach my child,” Carter said “He went and the next week he was literally coming home and making noise and ‘talking’ and doing things like trying to sit up at only 4 months Grambling State University remains committed to removing financial barriers and empowering student success awarding $267,968 in donor-funded scholarships to 264 students for the Spring 2025 semester This milestone builds upon a record-breaking year with the university surpassing its $500,000 scholarship goal for 2024-2025 — a 102% increase in total funds distributed and a 131% rise in the number of awards granted compared to the previous academic year the GSU Scholarship Committee worked diligently to review applications and strategically allocate funding to maximize impact “Every dollar dedicated to our students helps unlock their potential Vice President for University Advancement and Innovation “With 42% of our students being first-generation and over 95% relying on some form of aid we recognize the critical role scholarships play in transforming lives Our mission is to become the #1 HBCU in social and economic mobility and these investments directly empower our students to achieve upward financial and career success.” Some of the most impactful awards this semester came from the Hunt Forest Products The Shade Room First Generation Endowed Scholarship each contributing $9,000 in scholarships to deserving students receiving a scholarship is more than just financial relief — it represents hope and a renewed commitment to their academic journey “As an international student with a partial scholarship and a $3,000 deficit receiving this support has been life-changing,” said Theophilus Mensah “It has significantly reduced my financial burden allowing me to focus on my education and career aspirations This scholarship is a symbol of hope and encouragement reminding me that my dreams are valid and achievable.” a sophomore criminal justice major from Ruston I felt that my academic efforts had been noticed — I’ve been working hard to exceed my own expectations The financial assistance will allow me to focus more on my studies and become more engaged on campus These scholarships not only lighten financial strain but also empower students to remain engaged and achieve their academic goals—a direct testament to the power of philanthropy in higher education This semester’s awards surpassed the university’s goal marking a record-breaking year of scholarship support when $232,500 in endowed scholarships were distributed Grambling State continues to increase scholarship resources year over year “Grambling State remains steadfast in its mission to eliminate financial barriers and open doors for our students,” said President Dr whose generosity continues to transform lives Their commitment not only supports individual student success but also strengthens the legacy of excellence that defines Grambling State.” Endowments serve as a cornerstone of GSU’s long-term strategy for financial sustainability and student support endowments generate investment income while preserving the principal ensuring perpetual scholarship funding for future generations The Grambling University Foundation plays a critical role in managing these funds ensuring that donor contributions are maximized for growth and longevity “Endowed scholarships allow donors to create a lasting legacy while directly shaping the future of our students,” said Logan “With a 3% payout of endowment value this year these funds are actively providing critical scholarship support while preserving principal for future generations.” As Grambling State continues to break barriers and expand access to education Every gift — whether establishing a new endowment or making an annual commitment fuels student potential and strengthens Grambling State University’s institutional excellence To learn more about how donor-funded scholarships and endowments are transforming lives, visit www.gram.edu/endowments. Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInGRAMBLING (KNOE) - Grambling Police say the shelter in place order has been lifted following a gun incident on Grambling State University’s campus on Wednesday afternoon Authorities say there were no injuries reported Grambling Police in partnership with the Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Ruston Police Department are still investigating at this time Officials say classes will resume as normal on Thursday Grambling Police are investigating an isolated gun incident that took place near Bethune Hall on Grambling State University’s campus on Wednesday Officials say there were no injuries and the shelter in place order is still in effect for the GSU campus Grambling Police say they are still looking for a suspect at this time Officials say the GSU community was notified through email and text around 2 p.m GSU Police say this is still an active investigation Check back for updates as the story develops and staff is always our top priority,” said Grambling State University President Martin Lemelle “I want to commend the Grambling State University Police Department for their swift and professional response as well as express my sincere appreciation to the law enforcement agencies that provided their support Their coordination and commitment to ensuring the well-being of our campus community are truly commendable We remain vigilant in our efforts to foster a safe environment and encourage everyone to stay engaged with our safety resources.” The Official Website for the Alabama A&M Bulldogs Thanks for visiting Florida A&M is looking for a new head men’s basketball coach Patrick Crarey II is leaving FAMU to become the head coach of fellow Southwestern Athletic Conference program Grambling State HBCU basketball insider Olivia Antilla first reported the hire on Thursday Grambling State announced Crarey as its next head men’s basketball coach Crarey replaces former Grambling State head coach Donte Jackson “We want to take a moment to express our appreciation for Coach Crarey’s dedication and passion during his time at Florida A&M His leadership and guidance have been valuable inspiring us to strive for continued excellence,” FAMU’s Vice President and Director of Athletics Angela Suggs said in a released statement The Grambling State Tigers finished 12-22 this past season and won its first-ever SWAC Tournament title in 2024 to earn a berth into the NCAA Tournament spent one season leading the Rattlers’ men’s basketball program after being hired away last April from NAIA school St FAMU finished with a 14-17 record and a 10-8 mark in the SWAC The Rattlers’ 14 wins were the most in a season since 2008 This past season also saw the Rattlers reach the SWAC Tournament for the first time since the 2021-2022 FAMU also won its first SWAC Tournament game since joining the league three years ago by beating Prairie View A&M 75-66 in March during the first round matchup By KNOE StaffPublished: Mar 2025 at 11:18 AM CDTEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInGRAMBLING (KNOE) - UPDATE: All three suspects involved in the Grambling gun incident have been taken into custody according to Grambling State University Police Department Grambling officials said Norris Kelly and Jyquarrius Brown were arrested in the late evening of March 12 while Travonte Spears was taken into custody March 13 (KNOE) - Warrants have been issued for three suspects believed to be involved in the Grambling State University gun incident on March 12 RELATED CONTENT: Grambling State University lockdown lifted, suspects identified The Grambling State University Police Department identified Travonte Spears GSUPD released the following statement in a press release: “Grambling State University prioritizes the safety and well-being of its students We are committed to maintaining a secure campus environment and will continue working closely with Chief Rodney Demery and our law enforcement partners to bring these individuals into custody We appreciate the ongoing support from all law enforcement agencies that responded to our campus today.” and Brown are considered armed and dangerous Anyone with information on the suspects' whereabouts should contact GSUPD at (318) 274-2222 or their nearest local law enforcement agency Subscribe to the KNOE 8 YouTube Channel. Florida A&M baseball is back in the win column the Rattlers hosted the defending Southwestern Athletic Conference champions and won the best-of-three series 2-1 on Moore-Kittles Field “This was a huge series win for us," FAMU head coach Jamey Shouppe said but I’m happy that we were able to win the series against a good Grambling team.” FAMU dropped the first game to Grambling State 6-4 on Friday the Rattlers beat the Tigers 11-4 on Saturday FAMU’s (21-20, 15-6 in SWAC) victories over Grambling State (19-21, 14-7 in SWAC) ended the Rattlers’ five-game SWAC losing streak. FAMU baseball is ranked second in the SWAC’s standings behind Bethune-Cookman “What will define us is how we would react And I was pleased with the guys and how they reacted today,” Shouppe said of his team’s struggles William Brown stood out in the Rattlers’ series versus Grambling State But it wasn’t the Rattlers’ homerun leader’s slugging ability that turned heads The Tallahassee native out of Rickards High School has a 94.9 fielding percentage for the season this weekend didn’t have great at-bats at the plate But I figured if I could help my team in defense I’m going to do my best,” Brown told the Tallahassee Democrat I came out and made some pretty good plays The Rattlers are entering the home stretch of the regular season The SWAC Tournament begins in three weeks on May 21 in Birmingham FAMU’s bounce-back series win over Grambling State pumps some life back into the Rattlers at the right time “We just want to keep making steady progressions until the end,” said Jay Campbell who pitched five innings for the Rattlers on Sunday “You always want to play your best at the end Next for FAMU is a visit from Alabama A&M from Friday 2-19 in SWAC) have the second-to-last record in the SWAC after being swept by Prairie View A&M this weekend FAMU has no more midweek non-conference games, and the school’s classes end on Friday, May 2. Shouppe believes that’ll help his team as it moves into the final three SWAC regular series versus Alabama A&M, Texas Southern, and Alcorn State “It gives us a chance just to regroup and concentrate on making a run in the SWAC Tournament,” Shouppe said It’s good to be second in the SWAC right now.” Gerald Thomas, III is a multi-time award-winning journalist for his coverage of the Florida A&M Rattlers at the Tallahassee Democrat The Center for Career and Professional Development at Grambling State University will celebrate its second class of The Distinguished 10 during Homecoming Week in the Black and Gold Room of the Favrot Student Union The Distinguished 10 Award was created to honor 10 Grambling State ​University graduates who have demonstrated excellence in their industry and ​community Through their personal and professional achievements these ​remarkable individuals exemplify outstanding leadership in business Grambling State’s Distinguished 10 Class of 2024 is as follows: who earned his Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Arts in 1965 dedicated his life to serving his alma mater and community in Jonesboro where he served as mayor from 2014 to 2022 After a successful 40-year career in governmental affairs and at Smurfit-Stone Bradford continues to work as a lobbyist for WestRock Bradford made significant contributions to the Grambling University National Alumni Association (GUNAA) serving as its president for more than 10 years providing support and resources to current and future Grambling students One of his most notable achievements is organizing the annual Fred Hearn Jr Golf Tournament and the Alumni and Friends event which brings together alumni and raises funds for the institution advancing the university’s mission and providing opportunities for students leaders to recommend new models for higher education policy In her role as a commissioner to the Council on Higher Education as a Strategic Asset (HESA) Jackson-Hammond advises HESA in efforts to develop and propose recommendations for ensuring that higher education institutions can deliver the workforce and educated citizenry necessary to address the United States’ most critical national priorities Jackson-Hammond’s professional career has included tenured and administrative positions in universities throughout various regions of the United States including the University of Louisiana Monroe California State University Dominguez Hills; Delaware State University; University of North Carolina Charlotte Winston-Salem State University; and Coppin State University she completed her tenure as president of Central State University in Ohio Jackson-Hammond has served on many national boards including Thurgood Marshall College Fund; NCAA Division II Presidents Council; American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education; and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation She has also appeared several times on Capitol Hill providing testimony to U.S legislators regarding the status of the 1890 Land-Grant institution is a managing partner for Houston’s McConnell and Jones the 2nd largest African American owned CPA firm in the Country As Partner-In-Charge of the firm’s assurance practice McConnell is primarily responsible for guiding the firms’ strategic direction and has overall responsibility for management of administrative functions McConnell has oversight responsibility of the audit division’s quality control system; making sure that it adheres to the peer review and inspection requirements of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Public Company Accounting and Oversight Board (PCAOB) In addition to his responsibilities as managing partner Wayne contributes his time to the public services sector he is a board member of the SouthWest Affiliate and also serves on the Board of Directors for the Greater Houston Partnership where he sits on the Audit and Finance Committees He is a member of the Board of Governors of the Houston City Club as well as GSU’s Black and Gold Foundation and also serves on the Board of Directors for the United Way of Greater Houston where he is also Chairman of the Audit Committee and a member of the Executive Committee Oglesby is an executive vice president and practice leader at Circana a market research and technology company that provides consumer insights to help businesses grow Oglesby is responsible for leading high-performance analytics and client services organization in developing and using Circana’s tools to identify and address a broad spectrum of key marketing issues Oglesby also helped pioneer the Circana Diversity Advantage Program to inspire and empower rising minority- and women-owned consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies to achieve positive organizational growth Oglesby was vice president of global marketing and strategy with MeadWestvaco He has held significant senior leadership roles in other CPG companies and strategy for Jim Beam Brands and senior vice president of marketing and development for Swedish Match North America Miles-Richardson currently serves as Associate Dean of Graduate Education in Public Health and Director of the Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Morehouse School of Medicine That program was established in 1995 to address the increasing shortage of underrepresented minorities in leadership positions in the field of public health it became the first accredited MPH program at an HBCU The Founding Director of the Novartis Beacon of Hope Center of Excellence on Climate and Environmental Health at Morehouse School of Medicine Miles Richardson was also elected president of The Council on Education for Public Health an independent agency recognized by the U.S Department of Education to accredit schools of public health and public health programs outside schools of public health Miles Richardson joined the faculty at Morehouse in 2008 after over a decade of federal service at the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) Public Health Service commissioned officer and scientific technical advisor for a $4 million toxicology research program and at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention where she was the first Associate Director of Minority Health and Health Disparities Policy in the Office of the Director an internship led her to join the CIA and base her career in human resources Serving on a panel of four college recruiters speaking at a program sponsored by GSu’s Center for Career and Professional Development Cahee advised students attending that event to be true to themselves even if that doesn’t always mean following the trail to big money Cahee also advised those in the audience for that program to  be agile flexible and open about their career decisions A 1996 computer information systems graduate Amacker currently serves as international cybersecurity director for Chase Bank and also serves on the Grambling State University College of Business Advisory Board In addition to her longtime corporate career Amacker also has for more the 20 years served as owner/operator of Shlampat Events and Event2Plan as well as owner/operator of Geaux Savvy Designs specializing in designs representing and promoting Grambling State University Amacker is also active in her service with Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority including serving as president of the Gamma Beta Omega Chapter in Wilson Amacker currently serves as the Business Manager for Chi Zeta Omega and has Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Planners Amacker was also named one of the Most Influential People under the Age of 40 by the Wilson Daily Times is executive vice president and managing director of b1BANK and leads the bank’s Financial Institutions Group and will join the executive leadership team Possessing more than 30 years’ experience in the banking industry Jackson previously served as executive vice president of Texas Capital Bank’s Dallas Commercial Banking Practice Jackson was also instrumental in building their correspondent banking network of more than 400 community financial institutions across more than 40 states His 30-year banking career includes 25 years of working with key executives at financial institutions building partnerships and consultative correspondent banking relationships Prior to joining Texas Capital Bank in 2013 Jackson held senior leadership roles at The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas His experience also includes positions in mergers and acquisitions has been an aerospace systems engineer/physicist for NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center since 2008 She also holds a Master’s degree in Materials Science Huey was honored with The Rudolf Kingslake Medal awarded annually in recognition of the most noteworthy original paper to appear in the SPIE’s official journal on the theoretical or experimental aspects of optical engineering SPIE is the international society for optics and photonics Crawford has been assigned to the Pentagon since 2022 Crawford received her commission through the Direct Appointment Program in February 2012 she has served as assistant chief and chief of civil law and as special victims’ counsel at the U.S she graduated from Commissioned Officer Training and Judge Advocate Staff Officer Course at Maxwell Air Force Base Crawford also completed Squadron Officer School at Maxwell in 2015 From 2016-17 Crawford was the deputy staff judge advocate for the 8th Fighter Wing Office of the Staff Judge Advocate at Kunsan Air Base in South Korea where she helped lead the base legal staff in advising and delivering legal services to the commanders and military members of the wing in support of the defense of the Korean Peninsula She is certified to practice law before the Louisiana Supreme Court Crawford received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Grambling State University she went on to earn her Juris Doctor from Southern University Law Center Music has been one of the foundations for Grambling State University (GSU) with its first music classes being offered in 1905 And it will continue to do so long into the future as shown by GSU’s recent reaccreditation by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) That accreditation is in effect as of Spring 2025 The next NASM review of Grambling State’s Music Department will take place in the 2032-33 school year “I am elated to announce that our music department has been reaffirmed by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM),” said Dr Head of GSU’s Music Department and Director of the World Famed Marching Tiger Band “This prestigious accreditation not only highlights our commitment to excellence in music but also serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication of our faculty “Achieving and maintaining this national accreditation is no small feat It reflects our unwavering commitment to providing a high-quality educational experience and fostering a vibrant community of musicians I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together and look forward to continuing our mission of inspiring and cultivating the next generation of musical talent.” and universities with approximately 628 accredited institutional members NASM establishes national standards for undergraduate and graduate degrees and other credentials for music and music-related disciplines and provides assistance to institutions and individuals engaged in artistic Grambling State’s  Department of Music views its role at the university as both an academic and a service unit whose mission is to provide programs of study for both music majors and non-music majors and to educate future music professionals through appropriate curricular offerings leading to the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree with three concentrations — Bachelor of Arts in Music (Liberal Arts) Bachelor of Arts in Commercial Music (Sound Recording Technology) and Bachelor of Arts in Music Education (Instrumental The Liberal Arts concentration is designed for those students who are seeking a solid foundation of various non-teaching music careers students have the option to continue their studies at the graduate level Special requirements in this curriculum include 1) grades of “C” or higher in all music courses and 2) a public senior recital on the major instrument/ voice for successful completion of this course of study Grades lower than “C” in music courses will not count toward the degree The senior recital must be approved by the applied music teacher and the recital committee GSU students can select a major from the following areas of applied music:  Baritone Horn Students pursuing the Music Education-Instrumental or the Music Education-Vocal concentration must complete the required program outlined in general The program leads to teacher certification at the K-12 level The academic advisor will provide specific course selections that apply to the respective option Students must check with their academic advisor for updated curriculum changes required by state and national accreditation bodies that may affect existing requirements Each student must declare a primary applied area of focus as indicated in each degree plan Students must present a recital as noted in the specific degree program The recital must be approved by the applied music teacher and the recital committee an academic and service unit whose programs and activities are planned and executed in full agreement with university goals and objectives GSU had to review current standards with regard to the delivery of coursework through distance learning means ensuring that compliance with standards is maintained by the institution institutions are asked to note in particular that 1) all programs of study falling under the purview of NASM delivered entirely or partially away from regular face-to-face interactions must be submitted for review by NASM; and 2) institutions must provide in institutional publications as appropriate or indication of all music programs offered either entirely or partially through distance learning means The institution must also designate in publications whether required courses are offered through distance learning and/or on ground in-person means The inaugural New York Urban League Classic football game in 1968 between Morgan State and Grambling took place against the backdrop of one of the most turbulent and transformational periods in American history The nation was still grappling with the profound loss of two towering figures of hope and change—Dr Kennedy—both of whom had been assassinated earlier that year Both men symbolized the ongoing struggle for justice and equality and their assassinations earlier that year sent shockwaves through a divided country At the intersection of sports and activism legendary football coaches Earl Banks of Morgan State and Eddie Robinson of Grambling State sought to honor Dr the contract to play the historic game was signed at Dr imbuing the matchup with a significance far greater than the final score the inaugural Morgan-Grambling game became more than just a contest between two historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs)—it became a symbolic tribute to the ideals of equality and perseverance that Dr Held at the iconic Yankee Stadium in New York City sold-out crowd of more than 60,000 fans for a nationally televised game showcasing the vibrancy and excellence of HBCU football on a national stage they carried not only their team colors but also the weight of a movement hungry for change and progress Morgan emerged victorious with a hard-fought 9-7 win the celebration extended far beyond the scoreboard Thanks for visiting Grambling State University has named NaToria Tarrant the valedictorian of the Fall 2024 graduating class Tarrant earned the distinction with a GPA of 3.88 and will graduate with a degree in Management Tarrant is the daughter of Lisa and Randy Tarrant Her academic journey has been marked by consistent scholarship support which she has leveraged to achieve her goals “I have been fortunate to be a consistent scholarship recipient throughout my academic career,” Tarrant said Tarrant’s involvement in campus organizations reflects her dedication to leadership and community service She is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority the Grambling State University Cheerleaders “Becoming a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and a Grambling State University Cheerleader are two of my most memorable moments at GSU,” Tarrant said Her ambition aligns with her commitment to making a positive impact in her community and beyond “I plan on pursuing a career in government and creating my own business,” Tarrant said I will contribute as a proud alumna to many initiatives at Grambling State University,” Tarrant said Her dedication to her alma mater and her community exemplifies the spirit of service that is a hallmark of GSU graduates she carries with her the values and experiences that have shaped her journey at Grambling State University she is poised to make meaningful contributions to both government and entrepreneurship Grambling State University will hold its Fall 2024 Commencement on Friday Percy “Master P” Miller as the keynote speaker degrees will be conferred from Graduate Studies celebrating the hard work and commitment of graduates Game Recap: Baseball | 4/19/2025 9:33:00 PM Thanks for visiting DC – Grambling State University has been recognized as a CASE Standards Contributor a distinction awarded to institutions that actively engage in key CASE Insights benchmarking surveys This recognition highlights Grambling State’s commitment to transparency and advancing best practices in philanthropy and alumni engagement By contributing insights that inform national and global standards Grambling State reinforces its leadership in institutional advancement The university’s participation in CASE benchmarking not only strengthens its own fundraising and engagement strategies but also helps shape the broader landscape of educational philanthropy Grambling State’s impact in the advancement space is backed by strong data: “Our participation in CASE Insights reflects our strategic approach to philanthropy and engagement,” said Brandon A “This recognition highlights our commitment to not just meeting industry standards but actively contributing to the future of educational advancement We welcome opportunities to collaborate with others who share our vision for data-driven impact.” To learn more about Grambling State’s advancement success and institutional impact, view the latest annual report at gram.edu/stateofgrambling