“If you've studied social justice movements anywhere in the world, you know that young people are the vanguard of activism. They still are."- Robert Luckett, Director of the Margaret Walker Center
On May 15, 1970, law enforcement officers opened fire on a crowd of students at Jackson State University, leaving two dead and at least a dozen others injured.
Fifty-six years later, the Gibbs-Green tragedy remains one of the most painful and defining moments in the university’s history.
While this moment is often remembered for its tragedy, we also reflect on the student response — the unity, activism, and courage to speak out in its aftermath. In their actions, we see a powerful reflection of who they were, and a lasting reminder of who we continue to be.
Learn more about the Gibbs-Green tragedy and its aftermath in Jackson State University: First Hundred Years, 1877–1977, available online and in the campus bookstore.
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JSU President Denise Jones Gregory invites you to our Dining Hall Groundbreaking Ceremony on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 10:15 a.m.
Join us as we celebrate the start of construction on our new campus dining hall, marking an exciting milestone in our university's infrastructure progress and reflecting our ongoing commitment to enhancing the student experience and investing in our campus community.
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JSU Family, catch THEE 14th live at the Capri! ✨
You’re invited to a special evening of entertainment and conversation on Friday, May 15 at 8 p.m. We are thrilled to announce our very own President, Dr. Denise Jones Gregory, will be a featured guest on Late Night with Rita Brent. 🎙️
Visit the link in our bio to get your tickets. We can’t wait to see you there! 💙
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#JSUFaculty: Two JSU professors have been named as 2026 Senior Members of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI).
Read more about their inventions and induction into the distinguished group in this story in the JSU Newsroom. The link is in our bio.
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#JSUGrad26: Jackson State is more than the home of our Tigers—it’s the proving ground for the world’s next leaders. From securing job offers and grad school acceptances to launching their own businesses, the Class of 2026 has already secured the bag and their next steps.
Congratulations, Tigers! 🐅
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#PardonTheeProgress: We are excited to show the construction progress being made to revitalize McAllister-Whiteside Residence Hall.
This extensive renovation will transition the building from a traditional dormitory layout to modern, suite-style living, ultimately providing 335 beds for our female residents.
The project is officially slated for completion by Fall 2027.
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#JSUGrad26: If a picture is worth a thousand words, these tell the story of a lifetime. 💙📸
The energy and emotion from our three Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies are still echoing across campus!
Relive the highlights and catch the powerful words of wisdom shared by this year’s keynote speakers in the JSU Newsroom. The link is in our bio. 📰
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The groundbreaking novel "Jubilee" will come to life as a musical and folk opera, debuting this summer at Jackson State University's inaugural HBCU Opera and Musical Theater Summer Festival, and once more for a special concert production and collaboration with Yale University on May 28, 2026.
Students from Alcorn State University, Fisk University, Tougaloo College, Xavier University of Louisiana, and JSU will join together at the festival for a powerful production inspired by the work of literary pioneer and esteemed scholar Dr. Margaret Walker Alexander.
Save the date for the HBCU Opera and Musical Theater Summer Festival held June 7-14, 2026.
Read more in the JSU Newsroom. The link is in our bio.
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