Grambling State University - Tiger Yearbook (Grambling, LA)

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Centennial Celebration Coke turned 100 last May and the Grambling State University Marching Band participated in the colossal birthday party. The GSU unit marched in the “Centennial Celebration Parade,” the last event in the week-long extravaganza. Held May 7-10 in Atlanta, the celebration drew over 14,000 Coca-Cola bottlers from throughout the world. The grand parade fea- tured 30 bands and 30 floats in the 100-unit procession. The caravan began on Mar- ietta Street, marched down Peachtree and West Peachtree and concluded on North Avenue adjacent to Coke headquarters. Paperback Exchange Band marches in Coke parade. As part of National Library Week, the A.E. Lewis Memorial Library held its an- nual paperback book exchange in the lobby of the research facility. There students were able to exchange their old paperbacks for others bearing different titles. Students look over selection of paperback books. The library has an extensive collection of catalogued paperbacks that cover a variety of different subjects. This April 8th activity was followed by an April 9-10th book-give-away. Dr. Margaret Grant also reviewed William Faulkner’s “Intruder in the Dust.” Happenings 69

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Dr. Minnie Bailey honored. Dr. Whittaker accepts award. Pairicia Russell delivers her interesting speech. Dr. Eva Harvey cited. “Excellence Without Excuse.” Attorney Patricia Russell expounded on that premise during the opening convocation Sept. 18 in T. H. Har- ris Auditorium. The vibrant Ms. Russell captured her audience’s at- tention with her lively style and witty remarks. Educa- tion, she said, is the key to success. “So you must learn to earn,” the attorney emphasized. In addition to Ms. Russell’s address, President Jo- seph Johnson recognized six emeritus honorees. They were Dr. Minnie Thomas Bailey, who was named “‘De- partment Head and Professor of History Emeritus’’; : Dr. Arlynne Lake Cheers, ‘Professor of Education | Emeritus”; Dr. Eva Davis Harvey, ‘‘Professor of Edu- | cation Emeritus’; Mrs. Fidelia O. Johnson, ‘‘Depart- | ment head and Professor of Home Economics Emeri- tus’; Dr. Floyd L. Sandle, ‘“‘Dean of General Studies Emeritus”; Dr. Leon Whittaker, “‘Dean of Graduate Studies Emeritus.” A very receptive audience listened to Ms. Russell’s thought-provoking address. The noted speaker is cur- rently a member of the District of Columbia Supreme Court, Indiana Bar Association and National Bar Asso- ciation. Dr. Sandle awarded title. Dr. Johnson cites Mrs. Johnson. 68 Happenings

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A tribute by Robert. The set had an international flavor. Grambling’s queens are definitely number one. The president crowns Latonia. Coronation Very Touching Latonia Denise Morrison became Grambling State Universi- ty’s official ambassadress Sept. 12 when President Joseph Johnson crowned the lovely Opelousas beauty during coronation festivities in Memorial Gymnasium. “The World on Parade at GSU”’ was the theme of the 1985 coronation with Japan, China, Mexico and Nigeria receiving special attention. Escorting Miss Grambling was SGA President Terry Savoy. Attendants of Miss Morrison were royal court members Karen Mansfield of Grambling (Miss Senior), Marilyn James of Forkland, Ala. (Miss Junior), Carla Matthews of Inglewood, Ca- lif. (Miss Sophomore) and Devra Mouton of Opelousas (Miss Freshman). Following a salute to the queens of yesteryear, Sigma Alpha lota’s Ellen Smiley sang a superlative rendition of ‘‘Insepara- ble.”” An enthusiastic crowd then reviewed the procession of or- ganizational queens and watched the Orchesis perform a mov- ing number. Following the presentation of class torchbearers and a vocal tribute (“‘Lady’’) by Rufus Matthews, President Johnson crowned Latonia. One of the more moving performances of the coronation came after the royal promenade. That’s when Latonia’s brother, Robert L. Morrison II, sang a special vocal tribute enti- tled, ““You Gave Me Love.”’ The Opelousas beauty couldn’t hold back the tears. Master and mistresses of ceremonies at work.