Valdosta State University

Valdosta State University is a premier comprehensive university characterized by outstanding instruction, a wide range of student life opportunities, and a close connection to the community. Established in 1906, the institution's mission is to prepare students to meet global opportunities and challenges through excellence in teaching and learning; to expand the boundaries of current knowledge and explore the practical applications of that knowledge through excellence in scholarship and creative endeavors; and to promote the economic, cultural, and educational progress of the community and region through excellence in service outreach. VSU seeks to accomplish this mission in a dynamic, student-centered learning environment marked by a respect for diverse abilities, backgrounds, and contributions by all members of the university community.

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Valdosta State University Students Unmask Their Inner Residence Hall Super Leader

A nine-student delegation representing Valdosta State University's Residence Hall Association recently traveled some 1,700 round-trip miles to unmask their inner super leader and represent Blazer Nation at the 2016 National Association of College and University Residence Halls Inc. Conference. The annual event was held at the University of Delaware.

Leadership - Jul 20

Valdosta State University Students Present at 2016 Graduate Student Research and Scholarship Symposium

An elite group of 42 students, nominated by faculty in their respective academic disciplines, presented at Valdosta State University's 2016 Graduate Student Research and Scholarship Symposium.

Research / Grant - Jul 18

Valdosta State University Announces Spring 2016 Graduates

Valdosta State University is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of the more than 1,100 students who completed the requirements of their respective academic programs during the spring semester.

Graduation - Jun 29

Valdosta State University Announces Fall 2015 Graduates

Valdosta State University is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of the 786 students who completed the requirements of their respective academic programs during the fall semester.

Graduation - Feb 15

Valdosta State University Announces 2016 Sigma Alpha Pi: The National Society of Leadership and Success Inductees

Valdosta State University announces the names of those students who were inducted into Sigma Alpha Pi: The National Society of Leadership and Success during the 2015-2016 academic year.

Honor Society - Jun 24

Valdosta State University Announces 2016 Phi Kappa Phi Inductees

Valdosta State University announces the names of those students who were inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi during the 2015-2016 academic year.

Honor Society - Jun 24

Valdosta State University Announces Spring 2016 Dean's List

Valdosta State University is proud to announce its Spring 2016 Dean's List. Students who achieve a semester grade point average of 3.50 or higher on nine or more semester hours with an institutional grade point average of 3.00 or higher are recognized by being placed on the Dean's List. Developmental studies, transients, and graduate students are not eligible for Dean's List status.

Honors List - Jun 6

Valdosta State University Announces Dean's List for Fall 2015

Valdosta State University is proud to announce the names of those Fall 2015 students who earned Dean's List status. Students who achieve a semester grade point average of 3.50 or higher on nine or more semester hours with an institutional grade point average of 3.00 or higher are recognized by being placed on the Dean's List. Developmental studies, transients, and graduate students are not eligible for Dean's List status.

Honors List - Jan 12

VSU College of the Arts Recognizes Students for Outstanding Achievement

The College of the Arts at Valdosta State University recently recognized 22 art, music, theatre, dance, speech communication, and mass mediastudents for outstanding achievement during the 2015-2016 academic year.

Academic Award - Jun 2

Lea Jaklen Honored by VSU Athletics

Lea Jaklen is a recipient of Valdosta State University's 2016 Academic Athlete Award.

Academic Award - May 31

Valdosta State University Announces 2016-2017 Foundation Scholarship Recipients

Valdosta State University is proud to offer scholarships to 303 currently enrolled, incoming first-year, and transfer students for the 2016-2017 academic year. These scholarships were established by private donors and are awarded each year by VSU Foundation Inc. to students with excellent academic achievement and/or students with financial need. Each recipient represents the high standards of the university.

Scholarship - May 31

Roger Barber

Organizational Leadership

Jaime Cook

Shannon Owens

Organizational Leadership

Deandra Gainor

Kylie Fischer

VSU Students Awarded McLane Caregivers Scholarships

Two Valdosta State University students - Elyssa Whidby Tompkins and Lucy Butler-Sands - were awarded a 2015-2016 Carson and Philena T. McLane Caregivers Scholarship in the amount of $2,500.

Scholarship - May 23

Hunter Pope Wins Third Place at Southern Regional Honors Council Conference

Hunter Pope's "Fetish Series" won third place in the juried art competition at the 44th annual Southern Regional Honors Council Conference. The award-winning photographs were captured on black and white film, in studio and on location, using a manual Pentax K1000 camera with a 50-millimeter (f/2.0) lens.

Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - May 9

Dane Pelavin's "Blazers" Wins Merit Award at VSU Art Competition

Dane Pelavin's "Blazers," a 28-inch by 18-inch scanned negative and inkjet canvas print, won a merit award at the 18th annual Juried Student Art Competition sponsored by Valdosta State University's Department of Art. The award-winning artwork was recently featured in an exhibit at the on-campus Dedo Maranville Fine Arts Gallery.

Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - Apr 26

VSU Graduate Plans to Spend Year Teaching English in Spain

Tara Brown, a 21-year-old Hiram native, will soon call Spain home, at least for a little while.

Alumni - 2015 Aug 3

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Inducts New Members

The following people recently were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines.

Honor Society - 2015 May 27

Valdosta State University Students Spend Summer in Ecuador

Nineteen Valdosta State University students spent the summer of 2014 living and learning in Ecuador.

Study Abroad - 2015 Apr 8

Valdosta State University Students Spend Summer Studying Political Science in Czech Republic

Fourteen Valdosta State University students spent the summer of 2014 living and learning in the Czech Republic.

Study Abroad - 2015 Apr 8

Kyle Denslow Wins National Championship for VSU Debate

The Valdosta State University Forensics (Speech and Debate) Team's Kyle Denslow won top honors at the Pi Kappa Delta 2015 National Tournament and Convention, held March 4-8 at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio.

Student Competition - 2015 Mar 26

Valdosta State University Recognizes its Highest Achievers

The best and brightest at Valdosta State University were honored at the Academic Honors and Awards Dinner on Thursday, May 3. Those recognized embody the values and traditions of VSU and higher education. Each received honors, which represent years of dedication and commitment to individual excellence and achievement, as well as commitment on the part of parents, family and friends. Area students include:

Academic Award - 2012 May 16

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