The Valdosta Mall is gaining a new store by Feb. 29. Construction is seen taking place where Bed, Bath and Beyond once was. There is much discussion over what the store could be, as it is hidden from the public. James Dolen, the Valdosta Mall’s general manager, says adding stores will allow for growth. “We have a new 20,000-square-foot store ...
Read More »Photos: CAB Hosts Recoil Student Takeover
VSU’s Campus Activity Board hosted a takeover of the Recoil Trampoline Park on Jan. 17. The event featured a student-only environment, where participants were given free access to a trampoline park, arcade games, laser tag, and free pizza. The event had a large turnout, with students partaking in activities from 6:00 p.m. to closing time at 10:00 p.m. “Events ...
Read More »VSU to collaborate with Georgia Film Academy
Following the VSU mass media student groups’ trip to Trilith Studios in Atlanta, VSU has finally gotten the opportunity to have a collaboration with the Georgia Film Academy. Georgia Film Academy has partnered with multiple schools in the University System of Georgia, including University of Georgia, Kennesaw State University, Georgia State University, and many more. Because of certain roadblocks in the way of ...
Read More »VSU STEAM center opens exhibit on weather
On November 16, VSU’s STEAM Center unveiled their new interactive exhibit, The Art and Science of Weather. The exhibit featured several topics regarding weather and weather-adjacent phenomena. These include the water cycle, extreme weather, wind currents, and even rainbows and light refraction. The entire event was interactive, meant to not only be seen, but touched and walked through. There were ...
Read More »No Nightmares Here: Divine Modeling Troupe is a Dream Come True
The Divine Modeling Troupe left heads turning in their stunning show on November 16, titled “Dreams and Nightmares.” The runway show served not only as a display of talent, but as the finale to their sixth season of Next Top Model. The final show of Next Top Model was used as a final challenge of three. Prior to this show, ...
Read More »Investigation continues into shooting death of VSU student
Law enforcement is actively investigating last month’s fatal shooting of a VSU student outside of a bar in Remerton. Brianna Long, a bartender at The Pier, was shot at about 2:30 a.m. on Oct. 29 after the establishment had closed and employees finished closing duties. Long died later at the South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta. Jamy Steinberg, the Georgia ...
Read More »Editorial: Colleges Should Help Service Voter Registration Efforts for Students
With the city and county elections underway, and the upcoming presidential election around the corner, most college students unfortunately face significant challenges when trying to register to vote. Part of being in college is about getting ready for adult life. Being an adult, voting is one of the biggest freedoms and privileges. Many college students, especially those out of state, are ...
Read More »Column: What I learned from F.I.R.E.’s Free Press Workshop
As Americans, we are taught that we have an inalienable right and responsibility to free speech written into our Constitution. However, many students are unsure of how to use this right to change the world for the better. One group that is well-versed in their First Amendment rights are journalists, but even they need a push in the right direction. ...
Read More »VSU hosts Halloween events on campus
Another Halloween has passed at VSU, with events old and new set up for students to participate in. Though the annual Trunk r’ Treat did not happen this year, the holiday was still jam-packed with activities across campus throughout the week. On Monday, Oct. 30, Campus Activity Board hosted the annual Haunted House in the recreation department. It was a ...
Read More »Photos: A Recap of Homecoming
VSU Homecoming has come and gone, and with its Mardi Gras theme and action-packed week, there’s a lot of events to cover. The night of Sunday, Oct. 15 was Midnight Madness, the inaugural event. Guests were treated to games, snacks, and music throughout the night, and it marked the beginning of the chalk art competition between fraternities and organizations across ...
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