Monthly Newsletter. June 2023

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Greetings from Your National President

We are putting the needed infrastructure in place and the systemic processes to become the best in class alumni association, possible! All of our efforts are geared toward ensuring 'our dear ole school' thrives forever! We are constantly looking for ways to partner with GSU leaders, faculty, staff and students to create opportunities for all.

GUNAA has 2 key goals for 2023-2024: 1) Double our active membership and 2) Raise >$1MM for scholarship and service. In addition, the signature programs include giving every student a computer and a mentor in their field of choice. We are also developing opportunities for our students by creating an exclusive internship portal (paid/unpaid internships). We have a lot going on and ....

What an honor to serve as your President!

Please feel free to reach out directly to me at any time: gunaapresident@gmail.com If you have questions, call our National Office at 318.247.6770 or office@gunaa.org. Follow us on social media as we strive to keep you in "the know!" Join us during our board meetings and plan to attend the National Convention (July 27th - July 29th, virtual this year). I hope to see you at an upcoming meeting, a planned session, sporting events, on campus, or at your chapter event.

In the Tiger spirit,

Dr. Tammy Richardson

GUNAA National President

C/O F'91

From meeting with the Hilton Sales Management Team for the 50th Bayou Classic, meeting with top Louisiana state officials and other influential leaders who impact educational policies, she is on a mission to make a dynamic impact for GSU students. and alumni. We see you President and we are proud! #tigerslead #gsualumni #gunaa #gramblingalumni #gramfam

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University of Louisiana System (ULS)

The ULS board met on June 22, 2023. Here are a few highlights and approvals that impact the GramFam:

Bachelor of Science - Governmental and Administrative Affairs
Memorandum of Understanding for Educational Cooperation with the Ghana Scholarships Secretariat
Memorandum of Understanding with Southern University at Shreveport
Revised Athletic Home Game Complimentary Ticket Policy
Appoint Mr. Theodore Callier, VP for Research and Sponsored Program

Listen to entire meeting here: Meeting Recording

GOLDEN TIGER ANNOUNCEMENT

GUNAA has 5 - 6 generations of GramFam and we want to intentionally plan events, communications, etc. to meet the needs of all paid members.

GOLDEN TIGERS: If you (or a member you know) are a member of GUNAA and need us to contact you by phone, please call our National office and make your need known to our Office Manager at 318.247.6770. We are using an honor system (disabled, do have not access to email and/or a mobile phone) and ask that you please allow this limited capacity to be consumed by our golden members who truly need the help to remain engaged with the alumni happenings.

CHAPTER SPOTLIGHT!

Ingrid Johnson from the GUNAA Alexandria Chapter gives us the details on their fundraiser called “A Soul Food Dinner” which will be held Sunday July 9th at the Pineville Community Center 708 Main Street Tickets $20 but at the the door they will be $25. You can take out or dine in. For more information call 318-513-2977 Lets make sure we support our Gramfam!

GUNAA welcomes two new chapters to the association!! Northeastern (NY, NJ, CT) and St Landry (St Landry and Evangeline parishes)!!!

To Join, click here:

NorthEastern Chapter

St Landry Chapter

To see all 40+ chapters, go to our website at gunaa.org/gunaa-chapters

SPORTS Action...

Phillip Bryant, Cameron Bufford, Trevor Hatton, Keanu Jacobs-Guishard, Keylon Mack, Lorenzo Petersen and Kyle Walker will represent GSU in the contest.

The HBCU Swingman Classic will highlight the history and legacy of HBCU baseball programs while also providing 50 HBCU baseball players with the opportunity to showcase their talent on a national stage. The student-athletes have been selected by a committee that will include Griffey Jr., representatives from MLB and MLBPA, and scouts. They will participate in a variety of MLB All-Star Week and general community-focused activities. The HBCU Swingman Classic presented by T-Mobile joins the annual Hank Aaron Invitational as youth-oriented and diversity-focused programs powered by the MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation. Tickets to the game are on sale for $10 and may be purchased HERE.

Ladies! Where you are my beautiful GramFam Sisters? Here is a special call to be part of the first female team at the annual golf classic! Plan to come out and join this event for a great cause. See below for more details!

Bayou Classic: Room Reservations are available for GUNAA members! Please click here to reserve now

Homecoming 2023: The committee is hard at work to plan an fantastic slate of events for all alum. Chairperson: Torry Dean and co-chair: Aisha Cooper! Stay tune for more happenings during the October 14, 2023 HOCO.

GSU vs LSU: Room Reservations are available for GUNAA members! Please click below to reserve:Courtyard Marriott - Downtown or Hampton Inn - Downtown

July 5th is the last day to buy season tickets!

Alumni Spotlight!

Retired energy executive gives $10,000 to benefit alma mater, continue legacy of philanthropy

Larry Payne grew up in north Louisiana before enjoying a majorly successful career in the energy industry, but it was the years he spent as a student at Grambling State University (GSU) that made one of the biggest impacts on his life.

Key Dates!

The Tiger Den!

2023 GUNAA National Convention

**Virtual ** Virtual** Virtual**Virtual**

Registration Deadline: 7/15.

Plan to join us July 27th to July 29th!

Click here to register

Get Involved - 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. Go to our website: www.gunaa.org/committees or click here: Committees | GUNAA, INC.

Latest commitee: Scholarship! Chaired by Dewanna Jefferson!

GUNAA FUNDRAISING

First Event of the year - DANCE-A-Thon!

July 30th from 3pm - 6pm

More details are coming to you shortly! Please plan to contribute and participate.

Chairperson: Oluremi Sano

GUNAA Signature Programs for 2023 - 2024

The Two Signature programs will do the following:

1) Provide every student with a laptop/device

2) Provide every student with a mentor in their profession of choice

For more information, contact Chairperson: William Bryant

Kathy Lathon: GUNAA Office Manager

Hours of operation are Monday - Thursday 9 am - 3 pm CST and peak periods on Fridays. Email: office@gunaa.org Phone: 318.247.6770

Lost Tigers ...

Benjamin Williams - Life Member

Mr. Williams was a former GUNAA Board Member, G.S.U. Coach, Grambling Legend, husband, father, man of exemplar integrity, and faith.

House Matters!

We have Bylaw Changes to be considered at the national convention. Information was been sent to the Chapter Presidents on this week.

The Association shall email a copy of the proposed amendment to each financial chapter of the Association no later than thirty (30) days before the annual or special meeting. The Constitution and Bylaws Committee shall review the proposed amendment and report its recommendations to the body at the annual or special meeting.

Here are the 41 proposed changes to be voted on at the convention:

We encourage all officers, regional representatives, committee chairs, and chapters to contribute content in an effort to develop our monthly newsletter via gunaacommunications@gmail.com Note: All submitted material(s) are subject to leadership approval prior to publication. Editor: Errol Blaize. Jr