By: Arts & Entertainment Editor Ashley Jones     On Sept. 19, Director Justin Tipping and Jordan Peele released “HIM” into theaters. Though, Jordan Peele’s name was referenced heavily within the marketing of the film, he remains only as a producer for the film.   “HIM” is a psychological thriller horror film that explores themes of the high stakes within ...

Megan Callahan Spectator staff writer   The Annual Foundations Exhibition opened Sep. 9 at the VSU’s Dedo Arts Maranville Fine Arts Gallery  Usually when you think of an Art Exhibit, you think of various paintings, sculptures, each containing one artist. However, what was different about this particular exhibit was, the pieces were collaborated on by each class, and the people who ...

By: Staff Writer Addison Flantos  VALDOSTA- Eric Brandit Nielsen uses the spotlight to share his journey in the world of arts as he shares his memoir “Showboy to Showman: A Lifetime in the Performing Arts.”  Nielsen, who devoted 30 years to shaping VSU’s dance program and founded the VSU Repertory dancers, returns to Valdosta State to read his book and ...

Written by: Ashley Jones, Arts & Entertainment Editor    The Happening Information Fair was launched in 1991 to offer in-coming and returning students the opportunity to connect and learn all that Valdosta State’s local community offers.     It is held every fall semester on the VSU front lawn, the happening hosts fun activities, free food samples, giveaways, and familiarity with ...

Written by James Brown, Entertainment Editor. The city of Valdosta held its third annual Bluesberry Festival on April 11 and 12, bringing fun filled nights of food and music participants from across the south of Georgia.   Although the musical performances were great, the main attraction for many pedestrians and vendors was the food.   I took to the festival grounds to ...

Written by Adam Peachey, Staff Reporter. Among the newest restaurants in Valdosta, one stands out from the rest. Although it may seem to be a Waffle House rip-off, The Omelette House on Baytree boasts its own approach to breakfast entirely.  The Omelette House specializes in its namesake – and pretty well. The omelettes they serve are as tasty as they ...

Written by Lloydrica Hudson, Staff Reporter. “The Monkey” is a wild horror film that fully embraces its absurdity. Based on Stephen King’s short story, this adaptation blends eerie horror with dark humor, showcasing a mix of supernatural horror and outrageous, over-the-top deaths. The film follows twin brothers, Bill and Hal, in adolescence finding the toy monkey and experimenting with it ...

Written by Serena Hambrick, Staff reporter. Donyale Luna, a forgotten historical figure in the fashion industry and someone who forever broke down the racial barrier in modeling, has a different life story than the black supermodels we know and love.  Although Donyale was a pioneering supermodel, she often faded into the background of Black history within the fashion realm, with ...

Written by Bailey Wilson, Managing Editor. VSU Theatre and Dance have continued to dazzle audiences with their spring dance concerts, and their latest show, “Evolve,” has taken the creativity of the department to new heights– in some moments, literally. The project includes a statewide premiere of a collaborative piece that has been years in the making, as well as VSU’s ...

Written by Ansley DeCenzo, Staff reporter. The Rotaract Club, in partnership with the Internationalization & Globalization Committee and VSU’s Center for International Programs, will host an event on Feb. 27, 2025, at VSU. The annual Prosper Tsikata Colloquium is tentatively scheduled for March.  VSU’s Rotaract Club creates a culture of service and leadership among its students. Established to provide young ...