VSU Volleyball took a step back with a 3-0 non-conference loss against Flagler College. The deck was stacked against VSU from the start. Starting middle blocker Kayla Windera sat out due to an ankle injury, and middle blocker Lindsey Robinson played with a broken finger. Each set of the game was a tight one. Even against the odds, Blazers fought ...

Stefan Roberts knew music was going to be a part of his life as early as 13 years old. With self-determination and strong support from his family and community, pursuing an education and his passion in music are two aspirations within his reach.  Stefan, or Lang Amaru, is a 20 year old hip-hop artist from Monticello, Fl.   “Lang is an acronym for Love Ain’t No Good, which I developed when ...

VSU and Wild Adventures will not be hosting the annual Homecoming VSU Night this semester according to Robin Vickery, director of student life. VSU Night has been a homecoming staple for several years, appearing in the VSU News homecoming calendar for the first time in 2012, though the event may go back further. According to Vickery, complications with Wild Adventures ...

What had dwindled down to a one-player protest was reignited this week by an explosive outburst from President Donald Trump. The outburst verbally attacked NFL players for kneeling during the “Star-Spangled Banner.” To recap, former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick remained seated during the national anthem throughout the season last year. Kaepernick’s actions started a movement for others who ...

Over a year ago, former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick made a major protest by sitting on the benches during the national anthem. Kaepernick’s actions went unnoticed at first, but made headlines when he sat during the 49ers first three preseason games, according to Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network. According to SB Nation, Kaepernick began gaining attention for his protest ...

A lot of students have different opinions whether morning classes or late classes are better. A poll was taken of a few students to see what they prefer, early classes or late classes?   “I prefer late classes because I don’t like getting up early.” Jake Bartee, Sophomore, Nursing Major “I prefer early classes because football practice. We have meeting, ...

The 2017 Primetime Emmy Award show premiered Sunday, Sept. 17. For many actors, winning the prestigious award cements their place in Hollywood history. The Emmys were decent this year and displayed the same characteristics as past years. The lineup of shows didn’t seem that remarkable or memorable. The biggest winner of the night, “The Handmaid’s Tale,” won in almost every ...

As VSU jumps back into gear after the damage of Hurricane Irma, students and professors are trying to find ways to cope with the loss of time. After returning to classes from the unintended break, teachers and students have to accommodate for missed classes, labs and other university related work. Provost and Vice President of academic affairs, Dr. Robert Smith, ...

Despite being 0-2 on the season, head coach Kerwin Bell is confident that VSU Football will win their first game on Saturday. “We have to make sure we go in with the attitude we had last week,” Bell said. “This is our back against the wall mentality, we have to play with great passion and the grip that I love.’ ...

Blazer Soccer is golden after a double-overtime win against Delta State at the Soccer Complex on Friday night. The Blazers took 27 shots on the night, 14 of which were on goal. In the end, the only one that mattered was a chip shot by Ashley Lewis to end the game 1-0. The shot was Lewis’ second golden goal in ...