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Paulette Walker Johnson, founder of the Woo Woos, stands with generations of Woo Woos from 1974 to the present, showcasing the enduring legacy of empowerment, leadership, and community spirit. Contributed photo.

Leaving a legacy since 1974

London Joseph, Contributing Writer April 24, 2025

Being a Woo Woo is not just about stirring up the crowds at football and basketball games. It’s about being a pillar of the community, learning to help where needed, and allowing one’s character to...

(Above) Newly hired Associate Vice-President of Intercollegiate Athletics Tiffani-Dawn B. Sykes interacts with the Virginia State University community in a meet & greet at the Multipurpose Center on Thursday, April 3. Sykes is a graduate of Virginia State University’s mass communication program and former member of the volleyball team. Photo by Helaina Ballou.

Tiffani-Dawn B. Sykes returns to Virginia State University to usher in new era

Helaina Ballou, News Editor April 22, 2025

Tiffani-Dawn B. Sykes is helping to bring in a different change to the Virginia State University athletic department. Sykes was hired on Feb. 27 to fill in the role of Associate Vice President of Intercollegiate...

Coach Millette Green receives 
an honorary jersey from 
Associate VP for Intercollgiate 
Athletics Tiffani-Dawn B. Sykes celebrating the announcement 
of her position as head coach.
Photo by staff.

Green becomes head coach for women’s basketball

Staff Reports April 21, 2025

Millette Green has been announced as the seventh head coach of the Virginia State University Women’s Basketball program by Associate Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Tiffani-Dawn...

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 a well-deserved win. In the exciting finale of the 2025...

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 the Trojans took on Bowie State. Although the enthusiasm...

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 matches ending in a draw and the team securing its first...

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 played in the first half. They ended the match with 18...

Outdoor Track to host Trojan Invitational Meet

Outdoor Track to host Trojan Invitational Meet

April 23, 2024

The Virginia State University Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Track teams will play host to track teams from across the region as they prepare for the CIAA Championships. The VSU Invitational will take...

The robotics team from Westfield High School in Virginia frantically inspects their machine before it is entered into the arena.  Photo by Kameko Coleman.

Robotics competition invades VSU Multipurpose Center

Kameko Coleman, Opinions Editor April 22, 2024

It may not be considered a conventional sport, but when the machines enter the arena and time starts, the only thing that is on the mind of the competitors is scooping up points. For Inspiration and Recognition...

Trojans defeat Apprentice School 5-1 to split doubleheader

Trojans defeat Apprentice School 5-1 to split doubleheader

Monica Francis, Contributing Writer March 29, 2024

Virginia State University split a doubleheader with the Apprentice School on Friday afternoon, winning the second game 5-1 at their home field in Ettrick. Jimmyll Williams went 3-for-3, contributing significantly...

Point guard Kendall Bynum pauses during a break in the action against Johnson C. Smith at the CIAA game in Baltimore. Photo by Rayquan Smith.

CIAA Tournament bigger than just hoops

Jade Chance, Staff Writer March 25, 2024

Virginia State University, along with several other universities, gathered in Baltimore for the annual CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament at the end of February for a week filled with competitive...

Basketball player Amesha Miller holds her son Avery (2) at the Freedom Classic game on Jan. 20. Photo contributed by Amesha Miller.

Amesha Miller balances motherhood, school and basketball

Sheridan Phillips, Executive Editor February 14, 2024

Playing college-level basketball takes passion, discipline, and determination. Amesha Miller possesses all three. “I started playing basketball maybe the first or second grade. I got on my first official...

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