On Tuesday, Jan. 30, Valdosta State University hosted The Mix. The event provided organizations on campus with a place to exhibit their work, and served as a mass interest meeting for students hoping to get involved on campus. The event was held in the University ballrooms, where dozens of organizations were given the space to set up booths, each boasting ...
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 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 »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 »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 ...
Read More »Fall 2023 Semester Underway at VSU
August has arrived and so has the fall semester at Valdosta State University. The scenic campus is once again teeming with life. Students have locked in their classes for the rest of the year and are settling into the hustle and bustle that comes with college. When asked how they feel about VSU, student’s responses varied. Some enjoy the diversity ...
Read More »It’s Happening- The Happening returns to VSU
The Happening is back again this year, and the lineup of businesses has faces old and new. Here’s what students can expect this year. The Happening is an on-campus information fair that hosts campus organizations, local businesses, local religious and civic groups, and nonprofits. Games, food, and giveaways will be provided, and guests are able to sign up for organizations. ...
Read More »CAB hosts Coffehouse and Creatives
On Tuesday, April 11, Campus Activity Board hosted their annual Coffeehouse and Creatives event. This event showcased art forms of all sorts, such as singing, poetry and guitar. The event was held in the Student Union behind Starbucks. A coffee bar was set up just behind the check-in table, and students were able to customize their order of iced coffee ...
Read More »VSU professors respond after Tennessee representative expulsions
In the wake of Tennessee’s House Of Representatives expelling two of their members, professors at VSU have taken the time to weigh in on the issue. The Tennessee House of Representatives voted to expel Reps. Justin Jones (D-Nashville), Justin Pearson (D-Memphis) and Gloria Johnson (D-Knoxville) from their positions in office after they joined a protest during a House meeting. While ...
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