From the looks of the trailers, “Our Idiot Brother” is meant to be a feel good comedy with a hint of serious family drama, but the truth is, I ended up getting a little more than I bargained for. Ned (Paul Rudd), the idiot brother in question, manages to wreck the lives of his three sisters through a series of ...
Read More »VSU should stand by Rybicki
According to recent reports from InsideHigherEd.com, an online news source for college and higher education, Dr. Frank Rybicki, will finish the 2011-2012 academic year, but it will be his last here at VSU. According to Rybicki, this was the decision of the VSU administration. For those who are not aware, last semester Rybicki was involved in a confrontation with a ...
Read More »America the debatable
A patriotic tradition is being challenged as Goshen College in Indiana decides to play “America the Beautiful” instead of “The Star Spangled Banner” before all sporting events. The school, according to WBST-TV, decided that the words to “America the Beautiful” better suited its Mennonite, pacifist standards. Apparently, this is not the first time the issue has come up. According to ...
Read More »Freshmen add to parking woes
The new school year is here and there are many things to look forward to. The VSU sports teams are gearing up for another season of intense competition. Our campus is graced with the presence of new freshmen in their foray into their collegiate careers—and another game of parking roulette begins with the gusto of a rocket blasting off to ...
Read More »Volleyball ready to rally
The women’s volleyball squad is hitting the court for the first time Friday when VSU hosts the Wingate by Wyndham Azalea Classic. The team faces some challenges as they adjust after losing four seniors from last season, but Head Coach Sia Poyer is anxious to see his six new freshmen prove themselves to their squad mates. “I’ve got six new ...
Read More »Starting QB still undecided
This time last year, the Blazers went into the season with Jimmy Coy solidified into the starting quarterback spot. However, that experiment quickly came to an end. Throughout the season, Coach David Dean had three different guys take snaps under center. Dean has taken a more subtle approach to naming the starter this year. VSU enters game week without publically ...
Read More »People Poll: What did you enjoy most about the VMAs?
“My favorite performance was Bruno Mars because he actually sang live, danced, and it was for Amy Winehouse.” Amy Vardeman sophomore biology major “My favorite performance was Beyonce because of her revealing her pregnancy.” Joplin Stryon senior psychology major “My favorite part was the celebrities arriving on the black carpet.” William Carraway freshmen undecided major “My favorite performance was Adele ...
Read More »Been Jammin’
During the school’s 100 years of operation, Valdosta State University has educated thousands of students. In that time, plenty have gone on to become successful adults. Alumni Benjamin Williams (“Been Jammin’”), from Boston, Georgia, is on his way to making a name for himself in the art of entertainment. “Ever since I was young I always had a love for ...
Read More »VSU professor not guilty, not rehired
Despite his recent acquittal of battery charges, Dr. Frank Rybicki will not be allowed to continue his teaching career at VSU after spring semester 2012. Dr. Rybicki received a letter back in July from VSU administration, saying that he would not be getting a new contract for the 2012-13 academic year, according to Inside Higher Ed, a news source for ...
Read More »Pop Addict: VMA Wrap-Up
What’s good, pop addicts? Just another hot day at VSU, huh? The heat really is a pretty big nuisance. Can you say winter, please? Anyway, one thing you know you can get from me is the latest celebs news, and like I promised last Thursday, I got something JUICY—the VMAs! So did anyone actually understand the opening with Lady—or, Sir—Gaga? ...
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