Written by: Adam Peachey, Staff Writer Japanese people want to preserve their own culture, and rightfully so. But in defense of this culture, is xenophobism the solution? Some of my international friends have been cussed out in bars for lack of Japanese skills. Some of my friends and I have been denied service at restaurants, regardless of language proficiency. People ...

On Sept. 29, VSU sent a message to all currently enrolled students about attendance and participation that stated “[f]aculty have reported concerns over regular student attendance in the classroom and/or online participation in your coursework.   “Whether online or face-to-face, a student who misses or does not participate in more than 20% of the scheduled course or course activities could be ...

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With the demolition of Langdale Hall, our campus finally closed the chapter on an aging dormitory that had long been unsafe and uninhabitable.   For many students, the teardown sparked excitement about the possibilities for something new, useful, and community-driven to take its place. Unfortunately, the administration’s current plan to turn the lot into a simple green space falls short of ...

This editorial reflects the general opinion of The Spectator staff. In a recent Faculty Senate meeting, President Richard Carvajal revealed that VSU, along with several other universities in Georgia, will be making a big push to bring students back into the classroom and severely cut the number of on-line classes in the near future.   The university will be creating numerous ...

This editorial reflects the general opinion of The Spectator staff.  Faulty air conditioning. No hot water. No access to information on bus routes. Limited parking spots. Sound familiar? VSU has struggled for years with facilities on campus not working, or if they work, at a lower quality than advertised. Ask any senior who has spent their college career here– most ...

VSU has long upheld a reputation as a highly accredited institution, dedicated to fostering an inspiring education, a safe learning environment and a nurturing community. This mission is proudly stated, but some students wonder if their investment truly yields benefits in all aspects of their academic and daily lives.  According to the Office of Strategic Research and Analysis, only about ...

“We interrupt this program for a special news bulletin.” On Feb. 3, 1959, these were the words more than likely heard from the television in a young woman’s Greenwich Village apartment. She was a little over a month pregnant. Her husband had been gone for roughly three weeks, but he would be back as soon as his tour was finished. ...

 With the city and county elections underway, and the upcoming presidential election around the corner, most college students unfortunately face significant challenges when trying to register to vote.  Part of being in college is about getting ready for adult life. Being an adult, voting is one of the biggest freedoms and privileges.  Many college students, especially those out of state, are ...

The past few years have brought up a long-debated question: Is journalism dying? The emergence of the internet and social media has, in past years, been considered the killer of journalism. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicted in 2021 that jobs within the journalism field are predicted to decline by approximately 5% by 2030. However, we at The Spectator believe ...

Homecoming week is the most exciting time of year for college students. As we are halfway through the week, we reflect on the fun traditions that Homecoming offers.  The week of Homecoming is filled with celebration and school spirit. That sparks the question; why are spirit days not included in the festivities?  As many may remember from high school, spirit ...