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GUNAA
Newsletter
July 2024
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Grambling University National Alumni Association | |
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Becoming a part of the change is a picture away.
FREE the 1st year for recent GSU graduates!
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2024 GUNAA National Convention | | |
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See the many pictures and highlights from the 2024 National Convention.
We are very thankful to the many sponsors who contributed to the 2024 convention.
Highlights
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Freshman Awardee:
Mariah Smith
Sophomore Awardee:
Dr. Gia Wiggins
Junior Awardee:
Aviva Seabrook
Senior Awardee:
Sydney G. Raine
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Awardee: St Landry Parish | |
Awardee: Martha Adams Chapter | |
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Awardee:
Monica Doss, Esq.
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Dr. Arlester Brown was present to give the inaugural award!
Bobbie Williams
Bobby Rabon
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Carolyn Hayden-Garner
Mesmerizing is the word to describe the presentation by alumna, Carolyn Hayden-Garner! FIRED UP and READY To SERVE, she exclaimed, 'COUNT ME IN!!!'
She also announced the addition of 16 new Life Members at $1000 each - totaling $16,000 --in just 5 days! She challenged each of us to bring more members back into the association.
In addition, our GramFam donated $20,000!!!
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Attorney Barbara J. Hudson
Amazing and Motivational -- that's how our alumna, Attorney Barbara Hudson, showed up! She also challenged each of us.
She announced the following:
For everyone $100 donated, she will contribute $1000. To date, we have already received over 40 pledges. Join us! Contact the National office at 318.247.6770 to GIVE, GIVE, GIVE
or click here to donate (earmark it as "BJH challenge")
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Louisiana News | Impactors | |
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HBCU Awards
Congratulations on the many HBCU honors bestowed upon our coaches, teams, and student-athletes!
Read Article
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Attention all soccer fans! Get ready to kick off the excitement as the GSU women's soccer team is gearing up to start their 2024 season this August! Don't miss out on any of the action - be sure to check out their schedule and show your support for our amazing team. Let's cheer them on and score some major goals together!
Select the image to view the schedule.
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Basketball
The GSU Men's Basketball team will participate in the HBCU Basketball Event set to take place at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT on December 19th and 20th, 2024.
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In the Division I bracket, fans can look forward to thrilling matchups between Delaware State, Grambling State, Alabama State, and Norfolk State. These teams are known for their high-energy play and skilled athletes, promising an exciting display of basketball prowess. | |
Band
We need you to vote daily for our World Famed Tiger Marching Band!
Click to Vote
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Upcoming Events & Activities | |
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GUNAA DC Annual Cookout - Washington DC
Join us for a day of community, fun, and delicious food at Lynnalan Park, Washington DC.
Admission: $25 for adults, free for children under 12.
- PayPal - GUNAADC.com/events
- Zelle - 240.535.7991
View flyer below for more information.
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Evening with GSU Athletes - Monroe, LA
Welcome all GSU alumni, friends, businesses, and supporters to the 22nd annual "Evening with GSU Athletics", hosted by the Monroe-Ouachita Alumni Chapter at the Monroe Civic Center.
Time: 6:00 PM
Admission: $15.00
View flyer below for more information.
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Mildred S. Jones Chapter
Alexandria, LA
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Our annual student, parents/guardians, and chapter members dinner and fellowship were outstanding!!! It was a memorable evening of wisdom shared, joyful laughter, and assuring love with a catered meal to top it off. We want our students to know one another and know us, their support family. The students won door prizes with some Grambling trivia, and each student received LAGNIAPPE…over 50 different needed items they will need while away at school. Over 50 items for our 50 students from Central Louisiana. A successful Fall 2024 semester starts next month, and we’re all excited they chose “the place where everybody is somebody”. | |
Douglas L. Williams Chapter | Support the DLW Annual High School Day Bus Trip! The High School Relations Committee is hosting a raffle fundraiser. Proceeds will help reduce the cost for students to attend High School Day. Visit https://go.rallyup.com/dlw and purchase your tickets today! | |
St. Landry Parish Chapter | |
Participating in the MS Trio Be "You"th Summit | |
River Parishes Chapter
(St Charles, St. James, St. John Parishes, LA)
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Rufus Harris Chapter
(Birmingham, AL)
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Academic Performance
We are very proud of our Nursing Program!
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Digital Library
After a three-year delay, the GSU digital library opens in August 2024.
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Communications Team
Are you looking for a creative way to give back to your Alma Mater? Well, look no further! The Communications Team is seeking volunteers to assist with the monthly newsletter. For more information, email gunaacommunications@gmail.com.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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2024 Homecoming Committee
Make GSU Homecoming 2024 unforgettable, whether you're an expert party promoter or simply want to soak in the vibes, there's a place for you on our team.
From fresh ideas to managing the details we are taking our homecoming traditions to the next level! For more information, email Angela A. Long.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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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 and to prioritize those in genuine need of assistance—specifically, individuals with disabilities or those without access to email and/or cell phones—please reserve this limited service for members who depend on it to remain engaged with the alumni association.
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GUNAA National Alumni Association | |
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Office hours: Monday - Thursday | 9am - 3pm Central
Peak periods on Fridays
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House Matters
POINT OF ORDER
You may interrupt the speaker to make a "Point of Order." You may stand and without being recognized call "Point of Order." The Chair should then say, "what is your point of order?"
The Chair rules that the point of order is WELL taken or NOT well taken, briefly giving reasons (which are recorded in the minutes) [RONR (12th ed.) 23:1-21]
GOVERNING DOCUMENTS
The governing documents for our association are listed below. It is important for all members to acquaint themselves with the contents:
- Constitution & Bylaws -- This is the latest version of our bylaws from the July 2023 National Convention. For a copy, select here.
- Financial Procedures - This is the most recent version from 2013. We are currently updating this crucial document. For a copy, select here.
- Operating Procedures - This is the latest version from August 2022. We are in the process of updating this crucial document. For a copy, select here.
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Get Involved in GUNAA - Join a Committee!
GUNAA Committees are a vital part of the association and the heartbeat of all activities and planning. GUNAA is in search of volunteers who are talented and eager to utilize their gifts to positively effect GUNAA and GSU. For ore information, visit our website www.gunaa.org/committees.
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2024 Theme: "We are LOYAL to thee..." | | | | |
