As the end of the semester is approaching, VSU’s Department of Art and Design features the Fall 2024 Senior Exhibition. The exhibition, E.V.E., is at the Dedo Maranville Fine Arts Gallery in the Fine Arts Building.   The exhibition opened to the public on Nov. 17 and was on display until Dec. 4.  The theme of the exhibition was adapted ...

The 2025 Grammy Awards nominees were released on Friday, Nov. 8 for the show’s 67th annual show.  Many of the nominations were not surprising, including Beyonce, leading with 11 nominations to add to her remarkable record of 99 Grammy nominations in total. Followed behind her are Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar and Charli XCX, with each artist receiving seven nominations.  The ...

On Friday, Nov. 8, The City of Valdosta partnered with Greater Valdosta United Way in efforts to provide relief for the Valdosta community to support residents affected by Hurricane Helene. In addition, the Sounds for Lowndes Concert was hosted by local underwriters.  The Sounds for Lowndes Concert took place at Unity Park Amphitheater on Friday from 4 p.m. until 10 ...

As weeks draw closer to the upcoming election, The Spectator wants to make sure VSU’s community is made aware of what is on their ballot. It is important to be informed of who you are voting for. We want to ensure that, especially with the election just one week away. Early voting for Georgia began on October 15th. 2024 and ...

As weeks draw closer to the upcoming election, The Spectator wants to make sure VSU’s community is made aware of what is on their ballot. It is important to be informed of who you are voting for. We want to ensure that, especially with the election just two weeks away. Early voting for Georgia began on October 15th. 2024 and ...

Just weeks away from the 2024 presidential election, climate change has solidified itself as one of the most pressing issues for voters across the country, especially on college campuses. The recent Hurricanes Helene and Milton have taken the southeast region of the U.S. by storm.   Many students on college campuses worry about the effects political decisions have on them ...

Late Thursday night on Sept. 27, Hurricane Helene unleashed its fury on Valdosta State University, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Classified as a Category 4 storm, Helene brought torrential rains and powerful winds that felled trees and damaged campus buildings. As many students remained on campus, they faced a harrowing night, trapped in their dorm rooms, listening ...

VSU residents were told they will be  moved to the Middle Georgia State University campus in Macon, Georgia, due to the effects of Hurricane Helene. VSU is still without power and residential buildings Patterson, Brown and Read have water damage caused by fallen trees. The students will be transported by two buses and the housing van on Sept. 30 at ...

Welcome back to another edition of Cherie’s Picks! I am so glad you decided to drop in. This week is going to be a little different, but nevertheless, Cherie’s Picks will adapt. Without further ado, here are the events for the week of Sept. 30.  To preface before getting into things, I hope everyone is well. Cherie’s Picks is pre-written ...