The Valdosta State Blazers begin Gulf South Conference play on the road against the Erskine College Fleet.   The Blazers enter this week’s matchup with all of the momentum after last week’s 34-0 victory against the Fayetteville State Broncos. The Blazers moved their record to 3-0 in the season. The offensive for the Blazers has been led primarily by senior quarterback ...

Whether pre-game habits or post-match celebrations, traditions are essential to the players on the VSU women’s soccer and volleyball teams.    As a senior on the soccer team, Jocelyn Oballe plays a pivotal role in passing on the team’s traditions to underclassmen, ensuring the continuity and significance of these customs.   Outside foward, Jocelyn Oballe. “Being a part of the VSU women’s ...

VSU has issued a statement mourning the sudden death of Dr. Bobbie Ticknor, a criminal justice professor and active member of VSU’s community. She is survived by her husband Michael, as well as her daughter, Amanda Gayer, her son-in-law, Wyatt, and her grandchildren, Aria and Ivan.  Dr. Ticknor has been with VSU for 10 years, serving as an assistant professor ...

The Valdosta State Blazers shut out the Fayetteville State Broncos 34-0.  The Blazers dominated the Broncos in this game from start to finish as they moved to 3-0 on the season and continued their dominance early in the season. This is the first time the Blazers had shut out an opponent since 2021 when they demolished their Gulf South Conference ...

Enactus hosted a fun event last Wednesday on Sept. 4 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Student Union. At this event, students were able to learn more about Valdosta State Universities’ group, Enactus and Nellie’s Diner while enjoying free slices of cake from the local restaurant.   So, a little history, Enactus is a nonprofit international organization wanting to ...

The 2024 VSU family weekend is here, bringing events and activities your entire family will enjoy during their visit.  To kick off the weekend, on Friday Sept. 13, the Annette Howell turner Center will host 2RiverStation for a live music in the Art Park concert from 7 p.m. through 9 p.m. located at 605 North Patterson Street.  Community members are ...

VSU’s College of the Arts has opened an exhibition for International Dot Day to celebrate the 15th anniversary starting on Sept.10 and running through to Sept. 27 to help student’s “make their mark.”  To celebrate Dot Day, students are invited to create their own dots for the exhibition in the student gallery on the front side of the Fine Arts ...

The Annette Howell Turner Center kicks off the first night of their SCORE music appreciation concert series with pianist, Julian Gargiulo.  Gargiulo is a classical pianist, composer and humorist who performs around the world, from prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall to Singapore’s Symphony stage.  Born in Italy, Gargiulo studied at the Verona State Conservatory, the Mugi Academy in Rome, ...

Valdosta State Blazers soundly defeat the Newberry College Wolves 27-14.  The Blazers had a clear edge throughout the game and never lost the lead after scoring on their first drive. The game harkens back to the days when the way to win was for the running backs to lead.   The Blazers accounted for 197 rushing yards on the day, ...

The Blazers look to keep their momentum as they take the show on the road to face the Newberry College Wolves.  The Blazers are coming off a win with a dominating display against the Albany State Rams 42-10. Senior quarterback Sammy Edwards was in midseason form in the win as he only had seven incompletions, 325 yards and five total ...