Monthly Newsletter. September 2023

Grambling State University

"Where Everybody is Somebody!"

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Dr. Tammy Richardson

GUNAA National President

C/O F'91

As the fall semester kicks off at 'dear ole Grambling,' our excitement knows no bounds for the upcoming sports season. Get ready to rally behind our Lady Tigers, the G-men, and our stellar Men's sports teams! We can't wait to see you at the many thrilling events ahead.

While I traverse the nation, I'm continually grateful for the unwavering love and support that defines GramFam. Serving as your National President, representing the 45,000 proud alumni of Grambling State University (GSU), remains an honor beyond measure. Our journey together is far from over, and I'm counting on you to stand with us both locally and nationally, especially on our beloved GSU campus.

Let's keep our focus sharp on the top two GUNAA priorities: First, let's double our membership engagement from 3,000 to 6,000 strong. Second, let's elevate our fundraising efforts from $1 million to an impressive $5 million. I wholeheartedly believe in our ability to surpass these crucial benchmarks, and I humbly ask for your unwavering prayers and support in this endeavor.

There are numerous GUNAA committees that could greatly benefit from your time and talents. Please consider dedicating just 1-2 hours per month to support the essential work we have ahead to ensure the thriving success of GUNAA. Moreover, I encourage you to start contemplating taking on a national leadership role as we approach the 2024 elections. The stage will be set at our national convention in Houston, TX, where the winners will be revealed.

In the Tiger Spirit,

GOLDEN TIGER ANNOUNCEMENT

GUNAA boasts an impressive lineage of GRAMFAM members spanning five to six generations! To cater to the diverse needs of our extended family, we are commited to organizing events, enhancing communication, and more. In light of this commitment, we kindly request our esteemed GOLDEN TIGERS to get in touch with our national office at 318.247.6770 if they require hard copies of materials or phone services. To ensure fairness and prioritize those who truly need assistance (specifically, individuals with disabilities or those lacking access to email and/or cellphones), we operate on an honor system. We appreciate your understanding in allowing this limited capacity to be available for those members who rely on it to stay connected with the alumni association.

NATlONAL CONVENTION - 2024

2023 GUNAA NATIONAL CALENDAR

Dancing for Dollars - FUNDRAISER #1

Many thanks to the 166 donors who gave during our recent campaign that allowed us to rasie $12,100 toward our goals. It is greatly appreicated!

Tell our Story...

GUNAA Historian,

Angelee Moody-Rhyne

Over the years, GUNAA has established many endowments.This listing is not all inclusive, yet, please see the many contributions made!

The Dallas Chapter of GUNAA Endowed Scholarship
The Ruston Alumni Chapter Coach James Wicks Duncan, Sr. Endowed Scholarship
Jackson Alumni Chapter Endowed Scholarship
The Monroe/Ouachita Alumni Chapter Endowed Scholarship
Shreveport Alumni Chapter Endowed Scholarship
Southeast Region of GUNAA Inc. Endowed Scholarship
Endowment Professorship
Endowed Professorship GUNAA Dallas Chapter
Robert Piper Endowed Professorship GUNAA

Do you know of another endowment? Send your inquiry and information to gunaahistorian@gmail.com

GSU ADMITTED: "Where Everybody is Somebody!!!"

Congrats to these H-town students who took a road trip to GSU for High School day.

All of the Students in this group were accepted to GSU on sight!

CONGRATS on a Successful HIGH SCHOOL DAY EVENT. Thank you to the below GUNAA chapters as chapters sent busloads to the event. THANK YOU!!

Yard Signs - For Sale!

We have a limited supply of Life Membership and Membership Yard Signs for Sale. To purchase, click the link. This is the perfect opportunity to show your school pride! Go Tigers !! Membership Chairperson: Crystal Sayles

GSU/LSU Tailgate Event

Congratulations to Social Commitee co-chairs: Tayrn Bradford and David Peterson on a very successful event. GRAMFAM, thank you for showing up in large numbers!

NorthEastern Chapter

Congratulations to one of our newest GUNAA chapter, the NorthEastern Chapter,(NY/NJ/CT) on hosting such a great event. GRAMFAM thanks you!

GUNAA Life Member and NBA Legend, Willis Reed was honored during the weekend of events

GUNAA Members supporting Willis Reed Event

GUNAA Northeastern Chapter President, Marisol Quintero

The Lafayette Bayou classic road show was the place to be...

The Shreveport Bayou Classic road show was amazing!

Shreveport GUNAA President, Doug Mosley

Shreveport GUNAA Chapter Members were having a great time!

Shreveport GUNAA Chapter Members and GSU graduates from the late 50's were out to support the G!

GramFam David Aubrey, Louisiana State President of AT&T, a sponsor of the Bayou Classic Roadshow

Dr. Alan Jackson, GSU Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships

Mayor of Shreveport,Tom Arceneaux along with the GUNAA Shreveport Chapter President, Doug Mosley and Louisiana State President of AT&T, David Aubrey.

Alumni Spotlight!

Congratulations to Bryant Williams

Help us congratulate GramFam member Bryant Williams (pictured to the far right) as his Education Session proposal "Show Me the Money, Securing Lucrative Sponsorships" has been selected for AFP ICON 2024 and he moderated the NonProfit CEOs Executive Roundtable panel discussion presented by the Mobile Chamber of Commerce.

Chapter Spotlight!

Your GUNAA Chapter Presidents are representing us well! Thank you for all you do!

Terrebonne-Lafourche, Casannah Moses

Shreveport GUNAA, Doug Mosley

River Parishes, Dani Moses and Crescent City, Torry Dean

Metro DFW, Cathy Conwright

Northeastern, Marisol Quintero

St Landry Parish, Florence Milburn (center)

GramFam reppin in BR!

Grambling state university was present and in numbers in the Baton Rouge Area led by GSU's very own President Gallot.

Grambling University National Alumni Association - DC Chapter was well represented at Brick City classic in New Jersey

Metropolitan DFW chapter - will host a signature event during the State Fair Classic.

Greater Dallas and Collie J. Nicholson chapters will host a signature event during the State Fair Classic.

Join us as we S/O the Windy City chapter President proudly repping 56 years & counting at the football classic..

21st Annual G.S.U Athletics Dinner

S/O the Monroe/ Ouachita Chapter on yet another successful annual dinner.

Martha Adams Alumni Chapter -

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

College and Career night at Hammond High Magnet School was a huge success. Members of Martha Adams Alumni Chapter represented Grambling Sate University extremely well. We even had a SLU Lion and a SU Jag show us some love.

Los Angeles Chapter - Temecula College Fair

Utilizing every opportunity to give back and show out in numbers #Gramfam #LA

Alabama State University will host Grambling State University in the Inaugural Port City Classic at Ladd-Peebles Stadium on Saturday, November 4, 2023. There will be activities throughout the week leading up to game day. Click here for details

...Sports

Volley-Ball

Cross Country

Football

BOOK SIGNING

Congratulations to our GUNAA members who authored stories in the The HBCU Experience. Join them in the Black & Gold Room on October 13th at 2pm for the book signing.

GramFam Sisters! This is a special call for you to be a 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!

University of Louisiana System

August ULS Meeting Summary

The next public meeting October 26th at 10:30a CST

#FOREVERGRAMFAM

Engaged in GUNAA?

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. Go to our website: www.gunaa.org/committees or click here: Committees

GUNAA National Alumni Office

Hours of operation are Monday - Thursday

9 am - 3 pm CST and peak periods on Fridays. Email: office@gunaa.org

Phone: 318.247.6770

P.O. Box 565 Grambling, LA 71245

www.gunaa.org

House Matters

Read below on how to properly make a motion to have an issue considered at a GUNAA meeting

Key wording: I MOVE that.... (not.. I make a motion)

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