by John Stephen The investigation into events involving former VSU professor Dr. Mark George has concluded, finding that no wrongdoing took place in the VSU administration’s treatment of Dr. George last summer. The University System of Georgia’s director of ethics and compliance, Wesley Horne, conducted the review after Dr. George and VSU President William McKinney separately requested it. This report ...

by: Tatyana Phelps We’re getting degrees. We’re getting jobs. The way President Obama puts it, it’s a pretty great time to be a college student. Free college was one of the biggest topics of discussion during Obama’s State of the Union speech on Jan. 20. Obama’s proposal is to offer community college for no cost at all. Of course, this ...

by Kailey Kivett Over 600 works of art were submitted to be placed in VSU’s Fine Arts Gallery for an all media competition this year. The works were created by artists from all across the country and included colored pencil drawings, sculptures, oil paintings, collages, photographs and much more. On Jan. 20, an opening reception and awards ceremony was held. ...

By: Zenobia Harris The “Buck the Menu” Starbucks Sweepstakes competition has come a sweet close. The Collegiate Men of VSU was declared the winner earlier this week for the competition, which started Dec. 3 by SGA member, Taylor Ratcliff. The competition was sponsored by the SGA and V- State Dining. During the first round of the competition, student organizations could ...

by Ivey Ingalls-Rubin According to Astronauts fresh off of their space walks report that there’s a certain smell that clings to them and their equipment. NASA astronaut Don Pettit found himself describing the odor as “a rather pleasant sweet metallic sensation, akin to welding fumes.” While Pettit smells sweet metal, others have reported the scent to mimic that of “charred ...

Today’s Birthday (02/28/15). You’re strong and growing stronger this year. Ride career opportunities to a new level of income and influence. Keep your foot on the pedal. Take leadership, and delegate tasks to supporters. Realize an old personal dream after 3/20. Pay attention after 4/4 to navigate tricky financial waters. A new collaboration thrills after 10/13. Love inspires you. To ...

Today’s Birthday (02/27/15). Let your inner star shine this year! Your career’s blazing down profitable and influential new trails. Discipline pays off big. Step into new responsibilities andleadership. Impossible dreams come true with persistent action, especially after 3/20. Resolve an issue with shared finances after 4/4. New partnership ignites after 10/13. Give in to love. To get the advantage, check ...

The week ahead… Monday, January 26 – Sunday, February 1, 2015 Aquarius: Jan. 20 – Feb. 18 A lot of planets are making things easier for you, but you have to get out of your own way. Don’t remain addicted to people or situations that are toxic. Avoid unhealthy relationships, business settings, and family dynamics. Pisces: Feb. 19 – March ...

Writer by Kenzie Kesselring, Staff Writer A movie adaptation on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is not a new idea. The story has been done, but never before through the artistic scope of the writer/director team of Paul Webb and Ava DuVernay. Despite being snubbed at the Oscar’s, “Selma” has received high praise for its astounding performances. ...

by Shane West North Alabama (8-11, 5-8 Gulf South Conference) flexed their muscle on the glass and in the paint en route to a 95-79 win over the VSU Blazers (9-10, 4-9 Gulf South Conference) on Saturday night. The Blazers came out flat against a motivated North Alabama team trying to escape the bottom of the GSC standings. UNA dominated ...