By: Ibec Francis In the ever-evolving world of campus life, fashion serves as both a means of self-expression and a powerful way to stand out amidst a bustling environment filled with diverse individuals. Each day, students have the opportunity to showcase their creativity and unique identities through their clothing, whether they’re attending classes, hanging out with friends, or participating in ...
Read More »OMNI-K: Defiant. Ascending. Transcending.
By Ibec Francis, Photo Editor In the corner of his college dorm room, surrounded by notebooks, sketches, and half-finished ideas, Kolby James began building something that would grow far beyond fabric. What started as a butterfly tee and a Lil Durk-inspired graphic soon became the foundation for a brand with a mission: OMNI-K. “The name comes from the word omniscient,” ...
Read More »The Wishing Tree: A Campus Project of Hope and Creativity
By: Photo Editor Ibec Francis Every student has a wish, a dream, or a hope they hold for the future. On Sept. 25, students in the 3000 Community Art class brought those aspirations to life, allowing them to take root and blossom into a collective work of art on campus. Their new collaborative project, The Wishing Tree, invites students ...
Read More »Professors Spotlight: Creativity in the Classroom
By Ibec Francis This fall, the Fine Arts building has welcomed two new faces who bring fresh energy, creativity, and passion to the classrooms: Professor James Reiman and Professor Tijuana M. Vasquez. Both artists and educators come to Valdosta State University with unique journeys that led them back to the place where creativity thrives. Reiman, a photographer and ...
Read More »VSU struggles to recover from Hurricane Helene
Late Thursday night on Sept. 27, Hurricane Helene unleashed its fury on Valdosta State University, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Classified as a Category 4 storm, Helene brought torrential rains and powerful winds that felled trees and damaged campus buildings. As many students remained on campus, they faced a harrowing night, trapped in their dorm rooms, listening ...
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