On Thursday, Sept. 5 the rap music community lost artist, Dequantes Devontay Lamar, who was known professionally by his stage name, Rich Homie Quan.   Lamars’ death has saddened and astounded the rap and hip-hop music community as he was only 34 years old. The circumstances of his death are still being investigated, and the exact cause of death will not be ...

The Blazers look to keep their momentum as they take the show on the road to face the Newberry College Wolves.  The Blazers are coming off a win with a dominating display against the Albany State Rams 42-10. Senior quarterback Sammy Edwards was in midseason form in the win as he only had seven incompletions, 325 yards and five total ...

Welcome back to another edition of Cherie’s Picks! I am so glad you decided to drop in. As usual, I have a list of upcoming events on campus with organizations that would love for you to accompany them! Without further ado, here are the events for the week of Sept. 9.  To start the week off, on Monday, Sept. 9 ...

Students at VSU have a positive feeling about Blazer All-Access, but some would like to know more information about their personal meal plans.  Here at VSU, freshmen are automatically signed up for The Blazer All-Access, which allows them to have unlimited access to an all-you-can-eat buffet at the cafeteria. However, along with the All-Access meal plan, they are also given ...

On Saturday, Aug. 31st, musical composer Jorge Rivera-Herrans’ EP passed Travis Scott’s album, “DAYS BEFORE RODEO” and Sabrina Carpenter’s album, “Short n’ Sweet” on iTunes.  The musical, which is called, “EPIC: The Wisdom Saga,” adheres to the story of The Odyssey from the beginning to the end. The concept album began with Rivera-Herrans’ first EP in 2022, “EPIC: The Troy ...

Yes, that’s right. I know, I know, you’re speechless. I’m here to tell you exactly what you’re thinking. Cherie’s Picks is back for the semester! This edition is for the upcoming week of Sept. 1. Welcome back Blazers and I look forward to updating you on all things VSU activities and events related!  First off, remember Monday, Sept. 2 is ...

For what has been billed as the Labor Day classic, the Valdosta State Blazers prepare for the home opener against the long-standing non-conference rival, Albany State Golden Rams. The Blazers begin the season with lofty expectations to continue the winning tradition that is the norm in a city with the nickname “Titletown.” After missing the playoffs in their first season ...

After over two decades, a sequel of “Freaky Friday,” “Freakier Friday,” is finally set to see the big screen in 2025. In March of 2024, it was confirmed that the sequel was in the developing phase, with filming beginning in June shortly after.  On Aug. 9th at Disney’s ultimate fan event, D23, stars Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis announced ...

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 ...

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! ...