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Caleb Pines plants seeds from the Alligator plant at AgFest 2025. Staff photo.
AgFest 2025 Showcases Many Sides To College of Agriculture
(Above) The primary residence hall at Richard Bland College house students on the campus of the junior college. Virginia State University students occupied some of the vacant dorm rooms this academic year due to the lack of space on Virginia State’s campus. Photo courtesy of Richard Bland’s website.
Students Return To Campus After Stay At RBC
President Makola Abdullah speaks to students, faculty and staff gathered at the Multipurpose Center last Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 12:30 p.m. for a meeting to address the recent financial freeze on federal funds and the financial future of the university.
President addresses financial concerns in university-wide meeting
Photo of Virginia Hall on the campus of Virginia State University.
Virginia State sees possible increase in tuition
VSU students attend a STEM event in the Engineering Technology Building on November 8th. Contributed photo from Nicolas Pollard.
National Society of Black Engineers hosts White House HBCU STEM Initiative event
Film Club Members Hone Skills With Competition
Film Club Members Hone Skills With Competition
Students take a selfies as they cross the rocks on the Appomattox River. Students have taken advantage of the newly renovated walking path which can be accessed near the Fleet Street bridge on the back of campus. Contributed photo.
Students Explore Appomattox River
The VSUFits team poses for a photo together on Virginia State University’s campus. Team members pictured include Jamari Wilson, Maia Cubas and Jahlen Johnson-Miller. Contributed photo.
VSUFits team shares their outlook on fashion
United States Supreme Court building photo taken by Jeff Kubina and provided for use through Wikimedia Commons.
TikTok potential ban impacts users
Virginia State students attend a workshop on campus in October with visiting artist Nastassja Swift. Photo by Ashlee Porter.
Artist Brings Needle Felting Workshop to VSU
Trojans Take Home CIAA Championship
Trojans Take Home CIAA Championship
Greek Night graces the MPC court
Greek Night graces the MPC court
Virginia State University’s starting 11 against Southern Virginia.
Women’s Soccer Discusses Second Historic Season
Women's Soccer Falls to Chowan in Early Season Matchup
Women’s Soccer Falls to Chowan in Early Season Matchup
Outdoor Track to host Trojan Invitational Meet
Outdoor Track to host Trojan Invitational Meet
Opinion: The Importance of Sexual Assault Awareness
Opinion: The Importance of Sexual Assault Awareness
Why is style important as a Trojan woman?
Why is style important as a Trojan woman?
Breast Cancer screening can save lives with early detection
Breast Cancer screening can save lives with early detection
Student Viewpoint: The Significance of Alumni Relationships
Student Viewpoint: The Significance of Alumni Relationships
Seniors Need to be Prepared for Final Stretch
Seniors Need to be Prepared for Final Stretch
Message From The Virginia Statesman
Message From The Virginia Statesman
How To Succeed At University Life
How To Succeed At University Life
New Ideas Brewing Up At The Virginia Statesman
This Is A Student Paper
This Is A Student Paper
Editorial: Early registration vital to students
Editorial: Early registration vital to students
Staff Editorial: Welcoming the Class of 2026, the largest incoming group in years
Staff Editorial: Welcoming the Class of 2026, the largest incoming group in years
Staff Editorial: Welcoming the Class of 2026, the largest incoming group in years
Staff Editorial: Welcoming the Class of 2026, the largest incoming group in years
Staff Editorial: Attending Commencement gives ‘Greater’ perspective
Staff Editorial: Attending Commencement gives ‘Greater’ perspective
If students can’t help, greater deterrent may be needed
If students can’t help, greater deterrent may be needed
Editorial Cartoon for February
Editorial Cartoon for February
Feature photographer Charnese Small celebrates ‘Black Resiliency’ in gallery
Feature photographer Charnese Small celebrates ‘Black Resiliency’ in gallery
Zodiac signs apparent in students' portraits
Zodiac signs apparent in students’ portraits
The Virginia Statesman needs your input
The Virginia Statesman needs your input
Alumni Reflect On Importance Of Homecoming
Alumni Reflect On Importance Of Homecoming
Photo Gallery: Dr. Wesley Bellamy Inspires Convocation
Photo Gallery: Dr. Wesley Bellamy Inspires Convocation
Members of Injoy Ministries Jamea Thompson, Sierra Stewart, Zamir Hunley, I’Reail Smith, and Janae Spates recruit new members at the Spring 2024 Org Bazaar held on April 10, 2024, and located at Rogers Stadium parking lot. They are a Christian based ministry seeking to present and represent Christ to all. The students gathered to take photos in front of their table to advertise what they do on campus and for the community.
Spring Fling entices students to celebrate
Nasya Bugg of Truth Village Farms educated those present on the uses of bamboo as their farm grows fresh bamboo stalks.
Farmer’s Market returns with new vendors
New degrees from College of Business, Engineering
New degrees from College of Business, Engineering
Greek Night graces the MPC court
Greek Night graces the MPC court
Photo Gallery: Dr. Wesley Bellamy Inspires Convocation
Photo Gallery: Dr. Wesley Bellamy Inspires Convocation
Images from Commencement 2024 at the Multipurpose Center on Saturday, May 11, 2024.
Photo Gallery: Trojans receive diplomas in Commencement 2024 ceremonies
Members of Injoy Ministries Jamea Thompson, Sierra Stewart, Zamir Hunley, I’Reail Smith, and Janae Spates recruit new members at the Spring 2024 Org Bazaar held on April 10, 2024, and located at Rogers Stadium parking lot. They are a Christian based ministry seeking to present and represent Christ to all. The students gathered to take photos in front of their table to advertise what they do on campus and for the community.
Spring Fling entices students to celebrate
Word On The Hill Podcast - Episode 4
Word On The Hill Podcast – Episode 4
Greek Night graces the MPC court
Greek Night graces the MPC court
Photo Gallery: Dr. Wesley Bellamy Inspires Convocation
Photo Gallery: Dr. Wesley Bellamy Inspires Convocation
Images from Commencement 2024 at the Multipurpose Center on Saturday, May 11, 2024.
Photo Gallery: Trojans receive diplomas in Commencement 2024 ceremonies
Members of Injoy Ministries Jamea Thompson, Sierra Stewart, Zamir Hunley, I’Reail Smith, and Janae Spates recruit new members at the Spring 2024 Org Bazaar held on April 10, 2024, and located at Rogers Stadium parking lot. They are a Christian based ministry seeking to present and represent Christ to all. The students gathered to take photos in front of their table to advertise what they do on campus and for the community.
Spring Fling entices students to celebrate
Photo Gallery: Honors College Week: Fashion Show
Photo Gallery: Honors College Week: Fashion Show

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Caleb Pines plants seeds from the Alligator plant at AgFest 2025. Staff photo.
AgFest 2025 Showcases Many Sides To College of Agriculture
Isaac Baker, Staff Writer • March 26, 2025

On Tuesday, March 18th, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Virginia State University College of Agriculture hosted their 3rd Annual AgFest event that honors the agriculture community. AgFest 2025...

(Above) The primary residence hall at Richard Bland College house students on the campus of the junior college. Virginia State University students occupied some of the vacant dorm rooms this academic year due to the lack of space on Virginia State’s campus. Photo courtesy of Richard Bland’s website.
Students Return To Campus After Stay At RBC
March 26, 2025
President Makola Abdullah speaks to students, faculty and staff gathered at the Multipurpose Center last Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 12:30 p.m. for a meeting to address the recent financial freeze on federal funds and the financial future of the university.
President addresses financial concerns in university-wide meeting
February 12, 2025
Photo of Virginia Hall on the campus of Virginia State University.
Virginia State sees possible increase in tuition
February 12, 2025
VSU students attend a STEM event in the Engineering Technology Building on November 8th. Contributed photo from Nicolas Pollard.
National Society of Black Engineers hosts White House HBCU STEM Initiative event
November 26, 2024
Multimedia content creator Parris Bowles stalks the sidelines of a home football game with his iPhone and rig cage in hand. Bowles has deep family connections to Virginia State University, as well as being a graduate himself. Contributed photo.
Content Creator Parris Bowles Passionate About Storytelling
November 20, 2024
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Sports
Trojans Take Home CIAA Championship
Trojans Take Home CIAA Championship
Taariq Al-Salam, Contributing Writer • March 20, 2025

At the 50th-anniversary Food Lion CIAA Basketball Championship on Saturday, March 1, 2025, the Virginia State men’s basketball team celebrated...

Greek Night graces the MPC court
Greek Night graces the MPC court
Nakhii Young, Features Editor • February 12, 2025

The Multipurpose Center was filled with members of the Greek organizations on campus for the men’s basketball game on Wednesday, Jan. 29, as...

Virginia State University’s starting 11 against Southern Virginia.
Women’s Soccer Discusses Second Historic Season
Sheridan Phillips, Executive Editor • November 19, 2024

The Virginia State University Women’s Soccer team finished the regular season on November 1 against Shaw. It was an exciting season with four...

Women's Soccer Falls to Chowan in Early Season Matchup
Women’s Soccer Falls to Chowan in Early Season Matchup
Kevin Parker, Photographer • September 18, 2024

The Women's Soccer team lost to Chowan on Wednesday, Sept. 11 by the score of 6-0. Chowan scored early in the match with just over 6 minutes...

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Special Projects
Feature photographer Charnese Small celebrates ‘Black Resiliency’ in gallery
Feature photographer Charnese Small celebrates ‘Black Resiliency’ in gallery
Charnese Small, Photographer • February 1, 2022

From time to time the photographers on staff will publish a series of portraits showcasing their talents behind the camera. Below is a link...

Zodiac signs apparent in students' portraits
Zodiac signs apparent in students’ portraits
January 29, 2022
The Virginia Statesman needs your input
The Virginia Statesman needs your input
January 14, 2022
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Back On The Hill
Alumni Reflect On Importance Of Homecoming
Alumni Reflect On Importance Of Homecoming
Sheridan Phillips, Executive Editor • October 8, 2024

Every fall, Virginia State University transforms into a hub of celebration as alumni and current students come together for Homecoming. This...

Photo Gallery: Dr. Wesley Bellamy Inspires Convocation
Photo Gallery: Dr. Wesley Bellamy Inspires Convocation
September 18, 2024
Members of Injoy Ministries Jamea Thompson, Sierra Stewart, Zamir Hunley, I’Reail Smith, and Janae Spates recruit new members at the Spring 2024 Org Bazaar held on April 10, 2024, and located at Rogers Stadium parking lot. They are a Christian based ministry seeking to present and represent Christ to all. The students gathered to take photos in front of their table to advertise what they do on campus and for the community.
Spring Fling entices students to celebrate
April 23, 2024
Arts & Lifestyle
Film Club Members Hone Skills With Competition
Film Club Members Hone Skills With Competition
Joseph Taylor, Contributing Writer • April 1, 2025

On March 4th, the Virginia State University film club began their editing process for their first short film of the year....

Students take a selfies as they cross the rocks on the Appomattox River. Students have taken advantage of the newly renovated walking path which can be accessed near the Fleet Street bridge on the back of campus. Contributed photo.
Students Explore Appomattox River
March 25, 2025
The VSUFits team poses for a photo together on Virginia State University’s campus. Team members pictured include Jamari Wilson, Maia Cubas and Jahlen Johnson-Miller. Contributed photo.
VSUFits team shares their outlook on fashion
February 12, 2025
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