When established in childhood and adolescence, good habits like exercising regularly can set young people up for a long, healthy life. Perhaps in recognition of that, parents often look for ways to promote physical activity to their youngsters. Setting fitness goals is one way to help young people exercise more, and the following are a handful of strategies parents can try as they seek to promote a love of physical activity in their children.
Front row, from left are Daniel Dotter (seated), Kashley Brown, Jacqueline Winston, Pearl Wise, Mackisha Brumant, Andra Richards, Alexus Angrum, Sharonda Hatter, Wanda Jacobs and Antoinette Kelly.
GRAMBLING — Nine doctoral students attended orientation Monday as the inaugural cohort for the new Ph.D. program in Criminology and Justice Administration at Grambling State University. Held in Grambling Hall auditorium, this is the first Ph.D. program ever offered by the institution.
State Archaeologist Chip McGimsey will discuss the ancient Troyville archaeological site on Thursday at 5 p.m. in the Union Museum of History and Art-Discovery Place, 211 N. Main Street in Farmerville. Admission is free.