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Beware the B.A.T.: UPD gives tips on bicycle theft prevention

In October alone, more than five instances of bicycle theft have been reported, with more occurring since, but with the help of the Bicycle Anti-Theft program (B.A.T.), students can potentially reduce the risk of bike theft. Instances of theft on campus happen year-round; however, fall semester is when UPD notice an increase in bicycle thefts. According to Patrol and Investigations ...

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Weekly crime report 10/30 – 11/5

Oct. 30 No crimes reported. Oct. 31 At 9:26 a.m., UPD took a report in reference to a vehicular hit and run at South Georgia Medical Center Parking Structure. Nov. 1 No crimes reported. Nov. 2 No crimes reported. Nov. 3 At 3:50 a.m., an officer issued an individual a citation for underage possession of alcohol at Sustella Parking Deck. ...

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People Poll: What do you do when class is cancelled?

“Sleep,” said Brianna Ferrelli, a freshmen biology major. “I go work out over at the VSU Rec Center,” said John Kramer, a junior psychology major. “Go back to sleep, that’s about it,” said David McMillian, a junior public relations major. “I usually take time to rest,” said Sylandi Brown, a sophmore speech communication major. “Sleep, nothing but sleep,” said Brandon ...

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Is campus lit? Students think no

Because VSU is a public campus, I never know who could be walking behind me on my way to night classes. This is why it is important for the campus to be fully lit at all times. “Certain areas on campus can get really creepy if you are by yourself at night,” Dante Hutcherson, a sophomore broadcast journalism major, said. ...

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Recap of homecoming: What students thought

The homecoming theme this year was unveiled this past week revealing a masquerade theme. The week kicked off with a casino night hosted by CAB in the student union, where students were encouraged to partake in game tables, slot machines, and more. Students could win up to $5,000 in prizes. “I think the theme is fun,” Jamisha Hillsman, a junior ...

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VSU hosts annual pep rally to mixed reviews

On Nov. 2, VSU celebrated homecoming week with the annual Glow-in-the-Dark Pep Rally in the P.E. Complex at 7 p.m. Before entering the gym where the event was held, student volunteers handed out glow in the dark paraphernalia to go along with the theme of the event. The gym was dimly lit and packed with students sporting VSU t-shirts and other merchandise to ...

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Pop Addict: Celebrity Halloween edition

Hello to all of my guys, girls and pop addicts at VSU. I’m serving up a fresh, special batch of Halloween black spooky tea. So let’s get into it.   Kim Kardashian stepped OUT for Halloween. She produced four looks for the spooky holiday, and I truly enjoyed every one. She dressed up as one of my favorite artists (Aaliyah) and did her justice. Even though most ...

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VSU’s behind-the-scenes heros

All heroes don’t wear capes, or in this case, helmets and pads. The VSU football equipment team has been working tirelessly this semester to make sure the team is settled in their new gear. The team received new jerseys, pants and cleats this season. Features of the new Nike jerseys includes more airflow with mesh netting on the neck and ...

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Blazers drop preseason exhibition in Athens

The VSU Men’s Basketball team got their first taste of the 2017-2018 season during a preseason exhibition matchup Thursday night against the Georgia Bulldogs in a 117-74 loss. Defense was certainly a major entity of the contest that was held at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia. The first score of the game came after two minutes of play when Co-SEC ...

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Meet the 2017 homecoming court

On Nov. 1, 10 VSU students were nominated to serve on the 2017 homecoming court. This Saturday, two of these students will be named homecoming king and queen. Though we contacted all of the members on the court, we could not reach everyone. The Spectator presented each homecoming court member with a set of questions to answer about being a ...

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