VSU’s Campus Activity Board had to supply guests with extra chairs after their Boom Boom Bingo event drew a crowd that packed out the Student Union’s ballrooms. CAB hosted the game on Thursday, Aug. 22 as a celebration to open the first week of school. The event was to encourage students to mingle and make friends with a high-energy take ...
Read More »Meet The 2024-25 Spectator Staff
Welcome back, Blazers! The 2024-25 school year has begun, and with a new year comes a new staff. Whether fresh or familiar faces, each new member has written out an introduction for readers to get to know us. Meet our staff for the new year! Hi! My name is Jenna Arnold and I am the Editor-in-Chief for The Spectator! ...
Read More »An Update: Watcher Backtracks on Controversial Decision
“You either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become three guys on a couch.” This was just one of over 30,000 comments left on Watcher Entertainment’s “Goodbye YouTube” video following the announcement of the company’s new streaming service on April 19. Created in 2019 by content creators Ryan Bergara, Shane Madej and Steven Lim, best known ...
Read More »Feature: Omnino sets students up for success
For many students working in fields requiring extensive research, one of the best ways to gain opportunities is through having your work published. From chemistry to criminal justice, recognition through published and printed research can look great on a resume. That’s where Omnino comes in. Omnino is VSU’s peer-reviewed journal, where students can submit their work to be cross-referenced and ...
Read More »VSUPD Crime Blotter: Rumors and Suspicious Activity
Yik Yak users create sexual rumors on VSU campus On April 3, 2024, at approximately 10:25 p.m., Officer Kent James with the Valdosta State University Police Department responded to the Hopper Hall front lobby in reference to harassment. Upon arrival, he contacted the anonymous female student who stated that a group of unknown individuals spread damaging information concerning her through ...
Read More »VSU Opera presents “Opera After Dark: Vibrant Voices”
On April 4, VSU’s Department of Music hosted its Opera After Dark show “Vibrant Voices,” the department’s spring show. It showcased student, alumni and faculty talent in an impressive display of artistry and skill. The show included selections from operas such as “Carmen”, “Don Giovanni”, “The Magic Flute” and “Queen of Spades”, among others. The show also included non-operatic performances ...
Read More »VSUPD Crime Blotter: Collisions and Collapses
Collision in Hopper Circle On Monday, March 25, at 9:49 a.m., Officer Kenny McDonald with the Valdosta Police Department responded to a private property collision in Hopper Circle, where later both drivers decided to handle the incident themselves. A white Ford Fusion driven by Akasha Williams hit an orange Honda Pilot owned by Leslie J. Slaughter. Officer McDonald reported no ...
Read More »Counseling Center helps students with final exam stress
Final exams are approaching, which means this is when most students put in the slightest effort to achieve good grades and turn in any missing assignments they may have. Final exams can also bring on a lot of stress and anxiety for students due to studying and the stress of trying to get a good grade. In an article posted ...
Read More »Blazers outscore Tritons at Billy Grant Field
The VSU baseball team defeats the Eckerd College Tritons 11-8 last week. The Blazers came into this game coming off a three-game series with Gulf South Conference opponent Alabama Huntsville, in which the Blazers took two games out of three. Attempting to protect home field, the Blazers and Tritons traded a scoreless first inning. However, the Tritons caught fire in ...
Read More »What is takes to be a Blazer athlete
As the spring season unfolds, the spotlight shifts to the remarkable athletes of VSU, each embodying dedication, perseverance, and excellence on the field and in the classroom. From the fast-paced courts to the fields, the stars of VSU’s spring sports teams light up the campus with their talent and passion. Together, they represent the epitome of athletic achievement at VSU, ...
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