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GUNAA
Newsletter
January 2025
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Grambling University National Alumni Association | |
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Join GUNAA and help us move FORWARD!
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Leadership Announcements
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Meet our Board of Directors | |
Meet our Regional Representatives
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HBCU Experienceship
We want to congratulate the three GSU students who were selected to participate in the Super Bowl LIX HBCU Experience from February 3-7, 2023.
GramFam will get an up-close view of the exciting Super Bowl events in action while learning how the magic is made behind the scenes. The HBCU Experienceship program continues to strengthen the NFL's partnership with Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Congratulations, Tigers!
Nigel Lanier, Morgan Patton and Jess'Lyn Sanders
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Sports
Follow GSU on their social media platforms for more athletics updates.
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On behalf of the Grambling State University Athletics Department, we would like to thank you for your continued support and loyalty as a Season Ticket Holder. We appreciate your passion and commitment to the success and well-being of our student athletes and University.
The mission of the Grambling State University Athletics Department is to build on our national reputation of winning championships, graduating student athletes, and developing leaders. Your continued support has allowed us to bring this vision to light.
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Mark your calendars – the next home game is on January 30th, 2025 as the Women’s Basketball team takes on Alcorn. Be sure to come out and support the team. | | |
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Congrats, Lady Tigers!
4 student-athletes were placed on the SWAC watchlist. The top 24 HBCU players will participate in the 1st ever HBCU ALLSTAR Game to be held on Sunday, April 6, 2025 in San Antonio, TX.
#GRAMFAM in San Antonio, TX - you got next! We wanna see you in the stands bleeding BLACK & GOLD. 💛🖤
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Baseball season tickets are still on sale! Don't miss your chance to catch all the action at the ballpark this season. Grab your tickets now and be a part of the excitement. | |
Project 100 is a fundraising campaign for GSU's football program's Name, Image and Likeness initiative (NIL). | |
Upcoming Events & Activities | | |
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Registration deadline for the 2025 Golden Graduate Class Reunion of 1975
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Spring Commencement
10am CST
Fred Hobdy Center
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Shine the light on your chapter! We encourage all officers, regional representatives, committee chairs, and chapters to contribute content via gunaacommunications@gmail.com | |
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Martha Adams Chapter
Hammond, LA
Celebrated their final chapter meeting and holiday gathering for 2024! A special thank you to Kathryn Davis of Daddy's Little Girl Catering for the delicious food and excellent service.
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Dallas Chapter
Dallas, TX
Membership Team had a productive meeting and fellowship at Paradise Bakery! Membership Team is ending the year with a BANG and gearing up to recruit new alumni members!
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Morehouse Chapter
Bastrop, LA
An unforgettable evening of elegance and inspiration as they celebrate bright futures at their annual Christmas scholarship gala.
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Mildred Jones Chapter
Alexandria, LA
The Jazz Brunch Edition of "Holidays on the Bayou" presented by the Rapides Parish Grambling State University and Southern University Alumni Associations
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Las Vegas Chapter
Las Vegas, NV
Blessed three families in the community, providing them with gifts, toys, clothes, gift cards, and food to brighten their holiday season.
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Los Angeles Chapter
Los Angeles, CA
A little fun at the Rose Bowl with Gram and SU alumni!
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Charles P. Adams Chapter
Baton Rouge, LA
A great time was had at the Greater BR Annual Holiday Fellowship. Good food and good conversation!
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Douglas L. Williams Chapter
Houston, TX
Pouring into our students every chance we get! Met with the Lady Tiger Basketball as they prepared to take on TX Southern and PV.
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Metro Atlanta Chapter
GUNAAMA spent MLK Jr. Day serving at the Douglas, Carrol, and Paulding Counties Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated’s Community & College Fair
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Los Angeles Chapter
Helping those in need during the Los Angeles wildfires.
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River Parishes
Don't miss the deadline for Fall 2025 book scholarship. Three $250 awards; submissions due by March 12, 2025.
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Lafayette-St. Martin
Save the date! 41st Annual Gram-a-Phon on February 1, 2025 at 7pm. See flyer for additional details.
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Miami Chapter
Good people, good food and good conversation at the Miami Chapter's Christmas party.
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Los Angeles Chapter
Save the date! LA Chapter Scholarship breakfast March 15, 2025. See flyer for additonal details.
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DLW Chapter
Houston, TX
Supporting GramFam, Paster LL Atkins for 31 years of service to Progressive New Hope Baptist Church.
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DLW Chapter
Houston, TX
Plan to come out and support!
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Madison Parish Chapter
Tallulah, LA
Recruiting for the "G".
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY = $40,000 | Deadline: January 31st
High School Seniors planning to attend an HBCU with a major in
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math). Apply here
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The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) Leadership Institute is in search of emerging leaders looking to make a positive impact on public policy and the communities around them.
- Our paid Summer 2025 Internship Program offers a dynamic professional development experience designed to propel students in their post-college journey.
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Encourage a Summer 2024, Fall 2024, or Spring 2025 college graduate to submit an application by the deadline on March 28, 2025.
- Internship Options: Congressional Internship | Pathways to C-Suite Internship
- Program Dates: May 27 - July 27, 2025
- Location: Washington, D.C.
Mark your calendar fhe virtual information sessions in January and February, where you can meet the team, hear from past interns, and ask your questions. Look for More details their events page
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UL SYSTEM BOARD WELCOMES NEW AND RETURNING MEMBERS FOR 2025
Baton Rouge, LA – The University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors held its first meeting of 2025 today in the Louisiana Purchase Room at the Claiborne Conference Center. During the meeting, the oath of office was administered to two new Board members, four reappointed members, and all officers reaffirming the Board’s dedication to leadership excellence and student success across its nine universities.
The new Board members are Capt. Lee A. Jackson Jr. and Keith G. Myers. The reappointed members include Jo’Quishia “Jo” Lethermon, John W. Noble Jr., M.D., Mark E. Romero (Board Chair), Kristine M. Russell, and Joe R. Salter.
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GOLDEN GRADUATES - Class of 1975
Click here to register by the April 9th deadline to participate in your 50th anniversary events during the Spring 2025 Commencement week - May 9th. Don't miss your Golden Graduation Reunion.
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Louisiana News | Impactors
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Communications Team
Are you creative? Are you looking for a way to give back to your Alma Mater? The Communications Team is seeking volunteers to assist with the monthly newsletter. For more information, email gunaacommunications@gmail.com.
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Voice Services
Available for GUNAA members who graduated or attended GSU before 1986.
Please contact our national office at 318.247.6770 if you need hard copies of any GUNAA materials. In the spirit of fairness —please reserve this limited service for members who depend on it to remain engaged with the alumni association.
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Office hours: Monday - Thursday | 9am - 3pm Central
Peak periods on Fridays
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Get Involved in GUNAA
Join a 2025 National Committee!
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Are you looking for a way to make a difference and contribute to our organization’s success? Joining a national committee is an opportunity to share your ideas, utilize your skills, and help us achieve our goals. GramFam you can make an impact; your expertise and enthusiasm can help drive meaningful change.
Committees Available:
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