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Academics Research Slider Student Spotlight

Hands-On Learning: VSU Student Gains Research Experience in New Behavioral Biology Lab

Blazers, meet Jalen Norris. Jalen is a junior who is studying psychology at VSU. This past year, he became interested in undergraduate research and

June 21, 2018

Campus Life Slider

A Personalized Guide to Freshman Year

Josie, left, is pictured smiling with her brother Ty, right. Josie Hinson is a Brunswick, GA, native who is currently majoring in Early Childhood

June 14, 2018

Academics Local Slider Spotlight

Seizing the Day, One Performance at a Time

Ursula Trasorras and Daniel Lennox, Jr. are two of many VSU students and alumni who have earned a role in Peach State Summer

June 11, 2018

Explore Local Slider

Adventure Awaits

Summer is in full swing, and you’re looking for adventure. Lucky for you, you won’t have to go far to find it! Through Valdosta

June 7, 2018

Academics Explore Spotlight Study Abroad

Explore with #VState

VSU student Conner Dowling is exploring Germany and Austria this summer for a study abroad program. Here’s what he had to say about his

May 24, 2018

Local Spotlight

Valerie Gales: Theatre Volunteer Turned Director

College is a time for you to spread your wings, create lasting memories, and have new experiences. If you spread your wings far enough,

May 21, 2018

Academics Alumni Spotlight

Pauley Perrette Shares Her #VState Experience

She’s best known for playing the quirky forensic scientist, Abby Sciuto, on the hit CBS show “NCIS,” but before Pauley Perrette was one of

May 9, 2018

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Spotlight

Meeting Misty: A VSU Experience

Misty Copeland, left, and John Stephen, right, smile for a photo at an on-campus event. Meet John Stephen. 👋 John works as a communications specialist in the Office

April 6, 2018

Campus Life

What Red Symbolizes for VSU

Color is powerful. Without words, color can communicate meanings and messages and affect the way we think and feel. An example that clearly demonstrates

March 21, 2018

Academics Campus Life Local

Five Things to Do Before You Graduate

Semesters go by fast, and the years seem to fly by even quicker, so it’s important to make the most of your college experience

March 6, 2018