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 Anna Ramsey Staff Editor Valdosta State University’s nationally acclaimed athletic program just got a digital upgrade. On August 15, Assistant Athletic Director Gregory Richards announced the launching of the brand new Blazer Athletics app. “As an athletic department we are always looking for new and better ways to grow our fan base and support for our student athletes,” ...

By: Marese Hudson, Lloy Hudson  The Valdosta State volleyball team picked up its first win of the tournament but could not carry that momentum throughout the weekend, finishing 1-2 at the VSU Fall Tournament held Friday and Saturday at The Complex.  The Blazers opened Friday morning with a dominant sweep of Shorter University (25-21, 25-17, 25-10). Behind strong serving and ...

At Valdosta State University, the Student Union should be the heart of campus life.   Yet when it comes to food choices, students are left with limited and costly options: Chick-fil-A, Starbucks and Moe’s.   While popular, these restaurants alone can’t satisfy the diverse tastes and budgets of a growing student body.  Students have already voiced concerns about prices, especially at ...

By: Lloy Hudson, Spectator Sports Editor    A man wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Valdosta convenience store is now in custody after turning himself in, police, said Monday.   Franklin Kier, 25, surrendered Wednesday, at the Valdosta Police Department after detectives obtained arrest warrants charging him with armed robbery, aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during ...

By: Marese Hudson, Staff Writer To most, rugby looks like football without pads. But for the student members of VSU Rugby Club, the real difference isn’t just the rules and playstyle, it’s the family bonds.  Rugby shares a lot of physical intensity with football. The difference is after the games with players from opposing teams, it’s about camaraderie.   “The one ...

Written by: James Brown Editor in Chief VSU President Dr. Richard Carvajal has announced that he will be stepping down from his position and leaving the university at the end of the 2025 fall semester. Dr. Carvajal will be accepting a new role as President of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt. The polytechnic university is located in the North Coast ...

Written by: Winter Dube Campus Life Editor Although students can enjoy the Student Recreation Center for free, it is recommended to try other opportunities to stay fit. If you are looking for a way to stay active, build self-discipline, or just punch out some stress, you should check out Fit Fighters Club, where a sweaty and effective workout is guaranteed. ...

By Lloy Hudson  Sports Editor As the Blazers football team starts a new season with a new coach, it’s also introducing several high-profile transfer students who are likely to have a big impact on the team’s future. Among them are quarterback Harris Boyd and linebacker Jaden Dawkins. New Head Coach Graham Craig talked about the importance of this year’s transfer ...