by Sarah Campos Norfolk State University is home to Virginia’s most nationally recognized collegiate theatre program. Also, America’s most nationally recognized HBCU Theatre program in the last five years, NSU has struck again with a stellar program. From March 5-8, 2020 NSU’s theatre company presented James Baldwin’s The Amen Corner. A three-act play, James Baldwin’s … Continue reading
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Business / Campus Life / Local / Music
WNSB embracing brand changes after 40 years
by Keona Frasier Norfolk State’s WNSB celebrated 40 years of operation and partnership with community organizations. Although the station has a long history on NSU’s campus, they plan to implement some new changes to push their mission forward. NSU can expect to hear a fresh sound, see live performances and a brand new studio space … Continue reading
NSU warns of heightened malicious digital activity, issues guidance
There are reports of malicious email messages asking for or offering help, malicious websites, one of which reporting to show a map of the virus’ spread, and malicious phone calls and texts, some spoofed as being from Dominion Power. Don’t fall for these spoofs. Sources for information on the virus should be via legitimate health … Continue reading
Campus Life / Health / Local
Norfolk State cancels events to mitigate community spread of COVID-19
Norfolk State University announced March 13 that the following events have been canceled, postponed or delayed as a precaution to help mitigate community spread of the Novel Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. • SAT Testing — Saturday, March 14 • MEAC Brunch — Saturday, March 14 • Executive Council Meeting — Tuesday, March 17 • … Continue reading
MEAC Tournament canceled, all NSU spring sports suspended
The Mid-Eastern Atlantic Conference (MEAC) has suspended the remainder of the men’s and women’s basketball tournament for 2020. NSU men’s and women’s basketball games have been canceled, effective immediately. All NSU spring sports will be suspended per the decision of the MEAC. All NSU athletic competitions have been suspended until further notice. Following recent recommendations … Continue reading
Campus Life / Education / Health / Local
Norfolk State extends spring break, goes online until April 6
As Norfolk State University continues to monitor COVID-19 (Coronavirus), the health and safety of the university community remain the top priorities. Based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Virginia Department of Health (VDH), Norfolk State is taking the following actions. Spring Break Extended … Continue reading
Bissah wins 3rd MEAC Outstanding Female Track Athlete of the Year award
by Siera Jones Running has always been one of Martha Bissah’s greatest joys, but she views track and field as more than just a sport. To the Norfolk State middle-distance runner, her running ability has brought her education and opportunity, as well as joy, and will remain a central piece of her life long after … Continue reading
On-campus residents can maintain healthy diets at Norfolk State
by Ian Williams As a college student, it is important to maintain healthy habits of living to put the body in good condition for the day ahead of them and the future. One of the most important ways students at Norfolk State University can prepare themselves is by controlling what they eat. What students put … Continue reading
Campus Life / Featured / Local
Daughter keeps Evelyn Butts’ civil rights legacy alive with March 24 book talk and signing
NORFOLK, VA – In partnership with Norfolk State University, the Norfolk Public Library is honored to host Charlene Butts Ligon for Women’s History Month on Tuesday, March 24, at noon in the Lyman Beecher Brooks Library Rotunda. Ligon will discuss the book she wrote about her late mother, Evelyn Thomas Butts of Norfolk, FEARLESS: How … Continue reading
Shelby DesChamps named MEAC Preseason Softball Player of the Year
by Siera Jones Music blares from the Norfolk State Softball field, and laughter erupts from the dugout as Head Softball Coach James Inzana arrives to lead practice. Team leader Shelby DesChamps is in the center of the lighthearted chatter as she prepares alongside her teammates. The close relationship between DesChamps, Coach Inzana, and the rest … Continue reading
On the road to the MEAC
by Skyler Sales As the Spartans of the Norfolk State men’s basketball team get into full gear of their 2020 season, it is no surprise that Norfolk State will be along the many other teams to go to the MEAC tournament. While we have always been able to get to the MEAC, we have never … Continue reading
Campus Life / Health / Sports
New strength and conditioning coach lifts up Spartan Athletics
by Ian Williams Coach Jonathan Dahuya has begun the 2020 spring semester as the new Director of Strength and Conditioning at Norfolk State University. Dahuya was raised in the Virginia Beach area and has always had an interest in athletics. “I was never the most gifted athlete, so I had to work harder to be … Continue reading
Making it happen: Behind the scenes at Norfolk State’s Black History Month events
by Halle Ellis During the month of February, the Black History Month Committee comprised of various campus divisions, come together and lead the university in a series of free, open to the public premier events. These events celebrate and bring heightened awareness and understanding to African American and African diasporic cultures. Campus events include African … Continue reading
Alsander Womack named MEAC Baseball Preseason Player of the Year
by Siera Jones MEAC baseball predictions have been released and Norfolk State now boasts the 2020 MEAC Preseason Player of the Year, junior infielder Alsander Womack. The Waxhaw, N.C., native already was highly motivated entering his third season for the Spartans; so, while honored to receive the recognition by the conference’s coaches, he remains focused … Continue reading
Featured / MEAC / Spartan Women / Sports
Spartans faced Hornets in crazy win
By: Maya Dawson, Sports Editor The Delaware State Hornets (9-11, 5-3 MEAC) came to visit the Lady Spartans (13-8, 8-1 MEAC) on “Youth Day,” Feb. 8. The Spartans won 65-57 in a game that had one of the craziest endings. The game started off pretty sloppy with the Spartans having seven turnovers but thanks to … Continue reading
Asia / Campus Life / Health / Local / Science
What the Norfolk State community needs to know about coronavirus
Who is at risk? Persons living in or near Wuhan City, China, persons traveling in that area in the past two weeks or who have had contact with someone who has been in that area or contact with someone diagnosed with Coronavirus infection. Current Virginia Risk Level: Low — no identified cases in Virginia as … Continue reading
Chanette Hicks leads rolling Spartans
by Maya Dawson Coming off a decisive 59-51 win over Florida A&M, the Lady Spartans are now 12-7 on the year, currently undefeated in conference play with a 6-0 record. They continue next Saturday against North Carolina A&T in Greensboro, NC. They have yet to drop a game to start the new year and they … Continue reading
Norfolk State announces 2020 football schedule
Norfolk State head football coach Latrell Scott has announced the Spartans’ 2020 schedule, an 11-game slate which includes five home dates and a fan-friendly set of non-conference games. (See attached schedule.) NSU opens the year with the 54th meeting against Virginia State in the popular Labor Day Classic on Saturday, Sept. 5. Kickoff will be … Continue reading
“Study abroad now,” says NSU student LaRey Wright
by LaRey Wright I was startled awake by what sounded like a wounded duck outside my window. As soon as my feet hit the ground, I remembered that I was no longer in the United States. I was hearing the typical morning harmonies of Rome, seagulls squawking along the water near my apartment and horns … Continue reading
Featured / MEAC / Spartan Men
The Bears take a shutout loss to the Spartans on Homecoming
On the Spartans first drive junior Juwan Carter threw an 80-yard touchdown pass to redshirt freshman Da’Kendall James from their own 20-yard line to start their high powered offense in the first half. The Bears had an interception on four of their first five drives. Three of those interceptions resulted in 17 points for the … Continue reading
Business / Campus Life / Local
Dr. Justin Moses joins NSU senior leadership team
by Stan Donaldson, Norfolk State University Communications and Marketing A former Virginia Commonwealth University administrator has joined Norfolk State University this month in a new senior leadership role. Dr. Justin Moses, a Michigan native, will serve as Vice President for Operations and Chief Strategist for Institutional Effectiveness. NSU President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston announced in August … Continue reading
