By GC Staff Report

GRAMBLING, La. —  Huston-Tillotson University President and CEO Dr. Melva K. Wallace brought energy, humor, and heartfelt inspiration to Grambling State University’s 124th Founders Day Observance, delivering a powerful keynote that blended faith, history, and a touch of “magic.”

The day began with the university’s traditional wreath-laying ceremony honoring founder Charles P. Adams near Lee Hall. GSU President Dr. Martin Lemelle Jr. and Grambling Mayor Alvin Bradley joined together to sign a proclamation officially designating November 1 as Founders Day 2025.

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