Mayhem Music Festival returns to the front lawn of VSU campus on April 26 with a music lineup that features KCamp, Derrick Flowers, Mandalla music, and other musical talents. Last Mayhem Music Festival was moved from the outside to the inside, but students and local residents can expect blue skies for this year with the same sweet and savory foods ...
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 »John Robinson: Artist and Survivor
In the annals of history, there are stories that stand as a testament of the human spirit. Among those stories is the journey of John Robinson, a man who has experienced both racial discrimination and terminal illness, and turned his experiences into art. Born in Lowndes County, Georgia, Robinson was born at the height of the civil rights acts. ...
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 »Trailblazers: My travels with the Lady Blazers
For those of you who are unaware, outside of my duties as sports editor for The Spectator, I have a job with my first love: sports commentary. Last November, I was afforded an opportunity to do something I’ve always wanted to do: travel with our basketball programs as their road radio play-by-play commentator. While I got to know both basketball ...
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 »ACT ii: Cowboy Carter Album Review
After the success of the Renaissance, Beyoncé has released the second part of her trilogy album: Cowboy Carter. Cowboy Carter pays homage to Beyoncé’s Texas roots while also including black country artists who are making their way into the spotlight. The album starts off with AMERIICAN REQUIEM which gives the audience Beyoncé’s point of view when dealing with haters and defending who she ...
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 »Exploring Healthy Relationships During Women’s History Month
On Tuesday, March 26, the Department of Women’s and Gender Studies sponsored an event in collaboration with the Title IX Office here at VSU. The event, “One Love Workshop: Exploring Healthy Relationships” included a discussion and a film that dived deeper into the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship. The workshop began with an introduction from Dr. A. J. Ramirez, ...
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