Written by Tianna Bennett, Staff Reporter. Say “Ni Hao” to the newest store in Valdosta Mall called Miniso. Originally founded in China, this store is making its way across America and has finally arrived at the Valdosta Mall. On a recent weekday, a group of young girls between the ages of 16 to 20 looked inside. One exclaimed, “This is ...
Read More »College of Humanities and Social Sciences receives largest grant in history
Written by Adam Peachey, Staff Reporter. VSU’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences has received the largest grant in its history, $2.4 million from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation that is set to be spread out over five years. The school received $1.1 million of the grant in December and is set to receive the remaining money in 2026. The school ...
Read More »Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration
Written by Armone Gates, Campus Life editor. On Monday, Jan. 20, the NAACP chapter, Career Opportunities & Volunteer Services, Communities & Belongings Campus and The Mighty Mu Omicron chapter hosted their yearly annual MLK Jr. Day Celebration. This celebration was a three-part event that took place from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., beginning with a celebration around campus. The walk ...
Read More »Stalker Awareness Month Editorial
Written by Armone Gates, Campus Life Editor. January is known as Stalker Awareness Month where awareness is raised about the violating nature and warning signs of stalking. Stalking Awareness Day is actually held on Jan. 18. On this day, many people are encouraged to wear yellow and post pictures with friends and family supporting the cause to bring more awareness to ...
Read More »Welcome Graham Craig
Written by Ansley DeCenzo, Staff reporter. VSU welcomed a new era for its football program on Thursday, Jan. 23 as Graham Craig was officially introduced as the 12th head coach of the Blazer football team. The press conference, held in the Magnolia Room of the University Center, was filled with excitement and anticipation for the future of VSU football. Craig, ...
Read More »Winter Storm causes change in Athletics schedule
Written by Christopher Mercer, Sports editor. VSU announced the postponing of the Thursday evening doubleheaders of men’s and women’s basketball due to Winter Storm Enzo. The Lady Blazers and Men Blazers were set to face Alabama Huntsville with tip-off at 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. The 11th-ranked Blazers face the number four team in the country in the later men’s ...
Read More »Graham Craig Named Head Coach for Football Team
Written by Christopher Mercer, Sports editor. The Blazers have officially promoted offensive coordinator Graham Craig as their 12th head coach in school history. According to Football Scoop, VSU had at least three candidates to replace Jackson, including Sparky McEwen, current head coach at Davenport University and a former assistant at Ferris State. Craig is no stranger to VSU as ...
Read More »The Blazers are set to go for a national championship clash with the Bulldog
The VSU Blazers seek victory as they prepare to play the Ferris State Bulldogs in the Division II national championship game in Mckinney, Texas. The Blazers are coming off a semifinal win over the Minnesota State Mavericks last weekend, 35-21, to improve their record to 13-0. One of the significant contributors was running back Alfonso Franklin, who scored all five ...
Read More »Blazers whip Virginia Union, cruise into NCAA semis
The VSU Blazers ease their way into the NCAA Division II semifinals with a crushing 49-14 win over Virginia Union Panthers on Saturday afternoon at Bazemore-Hyder Stadium. The Blazers seemed to have had a comfortable seat for the whole game, with their offense racking up 506 yards and seven touchdowns. They took a commanding 14-0 lead early in the second ...
Read More »Blazers set to face Panthers in quarterfinal of NCAA playoffs.
The VSU Blazers will be home for a playoff matchup with the Virginia Union Panthers. The Blazers come into this quarterfinal playoff game 11-0 on the season and were victorious in their second-round game against Miles College 33-17 last week. They were led by the stellar play of running back Blake Hester, who accounted for 118 yards, rushing with three ...
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