Grambling is everything2018–19 STATE OF GRAMBLING is... Grambling A Message from President Rick Gallot Everything We pen this year’s introduction to our Cybersecurity in Louisiana are here because annual report reflecting on the ever- of you. The invitations to host academic growing proof of the strength of our summits, teach across the world, and even Grambling is institution and the power of individuals, perform for artists like Beyoncé are all like you, who help grow greatness among made possible by the investments made by Everything students and on campus. students, parents, faculty, and supporters to define our next generation of success. Your contributions, whether you invited us to Coachella or gave up a night out to Recently, one of our student athletes, support a scholarship, are helping cement Shakyla Hill, who you no-doubt know from our place in history as one of America’s her two historic quadruple doubles, was on leading historically black colleges and camera and summed up the state of our Welcome and thank you for reading the universities and one of the best places to University better than almost anyone I know. 2018-2019 report on the State of Grambling. learn in Louisiana. Her words rang across the nation to create Sincerely, The more than $300,000 in scholarships more than $2 million of media impact. In the we’ve been able to offer this year are pages that follow here we are excited to because of you. The first cohort of students share the “why” and proof points behind her Rick Gallot who will enroll to receive a bachelors in powerful words, “Grambling is everything.” President, Grambling State University Give today. www.gram.edu/giving/ 2 We have to uphold our legacy and focus on the journey to capture the very real opportunities that are just ahead. — Rick Gallot Grambling is Grambling is... Everything Everything CONTENTS From President Gallot 2 Defining Success 4 Visionary Progress 6 Undeniable Growth 8 Leading Change 10 Recognized Worldwide 12 Growing Accountability 14 Service-driven Growth 16 & Intelligence 2018-19 Highlights 18 Made of Champions 20 Honor Roll of Donors 22 State of Grambling Give today. www.gram.edu/giving/ 4 Grambling is DEFININGsuccess The Grambling State University legacy the world visualizes success. Through our is continuously at the forefront of digital library, we will help them see the next innovation in education and the African generation of information access. American experience. Grambling was Digital Library Through our academics, students and founded in response to industry need Next Generation of Information Access faculty are already creating new standards in = and to promote opportunity for African research and learning. Americans. Our community of learners and educators has helped define Through our collective giving, we are creating Academics achievement for more than 110 years. We a model for what’s possible when the synergy = New Standards in Research and Learning prepare productive, informed citizens and of public, private, and individual forces advance businesses and communities combine to create an impact. around the world. Today, the innovation we drive isn’t just Collective Giving Today, as Americans and industries monumental on our campus; it is how we are forge through unfamiliar territory, seen by the world. It is the essence of who = Public, Private and Individual Forces Create an Impact Grambling State continues to produce we are and will always be. At Grambling we leaders, lead innovation, and promote define success. SUCCESS civic engagement that all redefine how 5 State of Grambling Grambling is progress Beyoncé Invites World Famed Tiger Marching YEAR IN REVIEW Band to Coachella For Grambling State, 2018-19 was a year of turning big vision into reality. From the development of two highly-anticipated degree programs, to numerous awards and achievements, our students and professors made an impact that was felt on campus and across the nation. GSU Wins “Best HBCU” 5Platinum in Five Categories High School Day Draws + 3,000Prospective Tigers Give today. www.gram.edu/giving/ 6 BIG WINS Our record-breaking progress includes achievements BIG both on and off campus. Grambling State students and faculty are shaping communities and industries across SUCCESS the world: Marquee success in efficiency. $11 million awarded in scholarships and fellowships Partner support. Progress that will 5 YEAR be felt for generations to come. Approval to launch Louisiana’s first bachelor of Enrollment Record science in Cybersecurity for Fall 2019 New grants in Computer Science, Technology, and Entrepreneurship Student internships with U.S. Congress, Coca-Cola, ABC News, ESPN, and +300% Nationwide Insurance Guest speakers from the Dallas Mavericks, CNN, ESPN, the United States Marine Corps, and Louisiana In Federal Governor John Bel Edwards Funding International learning opportunities in France, Italy, and China +100% $16.6 million for the new digital library (fully funded) Ground breaking on the new Intramural Center facility Fiscal Health Upcoming accreditation reaffirmation, Spring 2020 Score Growing support to face needs that include $50 million in deferred maintenance cost Our students, faculty, alumni, and supporters continue to grow our legacy and demonstrate why we are, “The Place Where Everybody is Somebody.” 7 State of Grambling Give today. www.gram.edu/giving/ 8 Top Enrollment Programs Criminal Justice Biology Business Social Work Grambling is Psychology UNDENIABLE Engineering Technology growth Kinesiology 5,205 Total Students 4,362—FTE (Revenue Paying Students) 63% Female 42 % % Male INVEST Academic Programs 95 37 and give students Receive Financial Aid a Grambling start www.gram.edu/giving/ 9 State of Grambling LEADINGGrambling is Across the nation, Grambling State University alumni and supporters are answering the call to innovation and service.change FIRST IN POLITICS ALUMNI “It was a long road to get here, but we’re here to serve, and I thank God for that.” BLACK Jeffrey Hall | Class of 1972 First Black Mayor, Alexandria, LA “I loved engaging in politics and HISTORY community service.” Mildred Ferguson | Class of 1973 First Black Female Mayor, Bernice, LA Give today. www.gram.edu/giving/ 10 IN CIVIC ENGAGEMENT Harry Lewis | Class of 1968 Dr. Xanthe Seals Raychel Proudie | Class of 2015 Mayor: Rayville, LA Received Doctorate in 2015 First Black Missouri State Representative New President: New Mayor: Home, LA Ferguson, MO Louisiana Municipal Association IN ATHLETICS Tarcha Hollis | Class of 1991 Larry Wright | Class of 1976 Frank Lewis | Class of 2019 Everson Walls | Class of 2018 World Almanac of Facts 2018: Inductee: Inductee Inductee Most Career Points Per Game 2018 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Black College Football Hall of Fame Black College Football Hall of Fame Women’s NCAA Basketball Division All-Time Leaders IN BREAKING BARRIERS Charles Guidry | Class of 1969 Dr. Nikole Roebuck | Class of 2001 Perry Jones | Class of 1984 Morgan Butler | Class of 2015 Agriculture Achievement Recognition Woman Director Awardee: 2018 EMpower 100 Named Digital Director Wall Street Journal World Famed Tiger Marching Band Ethnic Minority Executives for Rep. James E. Clyburn Grambling State University News In addition to our alumni and supporters, celebrities, and influencers from across the nation have helped Grambling is extend the Grambling State brand. RECOGNIZEDWorldwide Beyoncé $25,000 & the World Scholarship Famed Tiger Award, BeyGOOD Marching Band, Foundation Coachella Weekend — MAY 2018 — APRIL 2019 Tank Kelly Rowland Sports Grambling Rocks a State Jersey at Grambling State Homecoming Sweatshirt — NOVEMBER 2018 – MAY 2019 Give today. www.gram.edu/giving/ 12 Tell them to remember you as the Grambling State Tigers, Grambling is poised that know what to do, when to to become a true do, and how to do it... the ones technology leader who fight for the people. in the 21st century. Jevin D. Hodge, Vice-Chair, Democratic Party of Governor John Bel Edwards Arizona, Speaker, MLK Day Celebration — January 2019 Worldwide — February 2019 Grambling is Partnering with Today’s Most Influential Brands They’ve got a little mixture of everything at Grambling. E-40 comments to TMZ — June 2018 13 State of Grambling GROWINGGrambling is accountability 100% NEW Increase in Fiscal 1.2 Million Health Score Ratio Technology Initiative +320% through Louisiana Economic Development In Federal +12% Funding SUCCESSFUL AUDITS: Revenue University Financials Safety & Risk Management Property FACILITY GROWTH Civil Service (HR) Intramural Center Expansion Grambling University Foundation Bowling Alley Distance Learning Computer Labs Give today. www.gram.edu/giving/ 14 Pic for placement 15 State of Grambling Give today. www.gram.edu/giving/ 16 Grambling is SERVICE-DRIVEN As we push forward, the next level of growth requires that we better understand and growth measure our successes, opportunities, and & INTELLIGENCE a data-driven path ahead. Our Vision for Measurement | Performance Indicators Academic University Operational Success Advancement Excellence Student Success & Attainment Student Success & Attainment • Fiscal Health A • Enrollment A • Grant Funding • Operational EfficiencyA • Retention A • Academic Headlines B • Automation Level B • Graduation Rates • Giving Rate • Service Utilization B • CLERY Reportables B • Brand Score B • Customer Service B • Completers • Annual Fundraising • Endowment & Reserves A • Accreditations • Student Employment • Contract Revenue A • Student : Faculty Ratio • Sponsor