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Keith Anderson found safe in Houston

18-year-old Keith Anderson, who had been missing since the beginning of February, has been found safe in a Houston homeless shelter. Anderson was seen on January 29 at Norfolk State University shortly before being reported missing. On February 13, the Virginia State Police issued a missing person and endangered person alert on behalf of Norfolk … Continue reading

Softball Season off to a great start
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Softball Season off to a great start

The Norfolk State Spartans softball team has had a successful start to their season as they have defeated Youngstown State in their season opener. The Lady Spartans also held victories over University of Massachusetts Lowell, Bucknell University, Wagner College, and Georgetown University during the NSU-Hampton Classic.  They are also coming off an amazing season. The … Continue reading

New spiritual club sparks on campus
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New spiritual club sparks on campus

Junior psychology major Destiny Brickerson is taking her passion for mental health awareness and spirituality to campus. She is creating a space at Norfolk State University dedicated to healing and bringing the community together. Brickerson stated that she’s always been interested in spirituality, mental health, affirmations, and personal growth. When things have gotten hard, she’s … Continue reading

NSU President discusses housing, graduation rates, and other issues
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NSU President discusses housing, graduation rates, and other issues

Norfolk State University president, Dr. Javaune Adams- Gaston, recently met with reporters from the Spartan Echo to discuss some of the challenges and successes faced by the university over the past few semesters.  She also discussed the future of NSU and what to expect from the university in the midst of transition. Dr. Adams-Gaston, affectionately … Continue reading

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LightSkinKeisha and Toosii light up Echols Gym for SpartaFest Concert

NORFOLK, VA — Lightskinkeisha and Toosii came out on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, for Norfolk State’s “Something in Sparta” concert. Although many students resold their tickets leading up to the event because of their disappointment with the concert lineup, the overall feedback from students was that it was still a great experience. Lightskinkeisha closely engaged … Continue reading

Sonja Stills, trailblazer in the making
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Sonja Stills, trailblazer in the making

NORFOLK, VA — Sonja Stills made history as the first female commissioner of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Division I. Before working for the conference, Stills received her bachelor’s degree in human services counseling from Old Dominion University and her master’s degree in counseling from Hampton University. She … Continue reading

Michele Ghee preaches importance of progress at MCJR Awards Luncheon
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Michele Ghee preaches importance of progress at MCJR Awards Luncheon

NORFOLK, VA — The CEO of EBONY and Jet Magazine Michele Ghee graced the campus of Norfolk State University (NSU) during MCJR Week. As CEO of the two publications, she catered to the media age by creating digital covers, launched EBONY Studios to increase Black storytelling and worked to revive Jet Magazine, the historic news … Continue reading

NSU Baseball’s partnership with the Norfolk Tides offers new possibilities–on and off the diamond 
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NSU Baseball’s partnership with the Norfolk Tides offers new possibilities–on and off the diamond 

NORFOLK, VA — For the first time in five years, Norfolk State University’s baseball program renewed its annual exhibition game with the Norfolk Tides, the triple-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, at Harbor Park Stadium on April 4. The Spartans showcased several highlights in the seven-inning matchup despite suffering a 14-1 loss against the professional … Continue reading

2022-2023 SGA president and vice president, mister and miss NSU announced
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2022-2023 SGA president and vice president, mister and miss NSU announced

NORFOLK, VA — Tyreese Davis and Justis Fisher were crowned the 2022-2023 mister and miss Norfolk State University, along with Indya Richards and Myles Perry who won their election as the 2022-2023 Student Government Association president and vice president. The winners were announced at the Mister and Miss NSU Pageant.   The three contestants for Miss … Continue reading