VALDOSTA- Today marks the tremendous 50th Anniversary for Valdosta State University to implement integration in their school. Ms. Drewnell Thomas and Mr. Robert Pierce were the first two people of color to attend then named Valdosta State College and pioneer for many generations to come. A Heritage cookout located on Palms Quad is the official kickoff to the "Celebration of Inclusion". From Noon-2
pm today there will be various esteemed speakers to provide knowledge on their recollection of where they were at the time of this momentous event and their connection to our historical alumni. There are various events happening to celebrate this 50 year accomplishment throughout the 2013-2014 academic year. We hope to see our NAACP members, VSU faculty, staff and students attending any of the following events  to commemorate 50 years of Integration:

 A Look 50 Years Back and 50 Years Forward

Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 6 p.m.
Bailey Science Center Auditorium Room 1011
Open to the public. 

Pioneer's Brunch

Saturday, Oct. 5 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
University Center Cypress Room
Invitation Only

Political Symposium

Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Student Union Theater
Open to the public.

Social Symposium: Being a Minority at a Predominantly White Institution 

Film Presentation - Nov. 12 at Valdosta Stadium Cinemas (Students only)
Student Panel - Nov. 13 at Student Union Theater (Open to the public.)

Academic Symposium

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2014 at 7 p.m.
Student Union Theater
Open to the public.

Diversity Workshops

Feb. 6-7, 2014

A Night of Celebration

Feb. 25, 2014
Student Union Ballroom

Open to the public.

Detail of events Courtesy of Valdosta State University 50 years of Integration Webpage. (http://www.valdosta.edu/about/news/integration/events.php)

VSU's NAACP Fall 2013 Update

Greetings!

 

 We want to say Happy Wednesday and hope everyone is having a fantastic Fall Semester. Your Valdosta State University NAACP chapter just wanted to let everyone know that this year will be an absolute trailblazing year for everyone involved! We have some great events, forums, jammed packed meetings and all the important information on the civil rights action in and around our Valdosta community. We are still here fighting for justice for KJ, for the voices of all of our diverse student body and providing a haven for anyone who wants to make a positive change! In upcoming news, this Thursday, September 12, 2013, our NAACP chapter will be co-sponsoring the PreFunction Charity Talent Showcase. This spectacular event's doors will open up at 6:00pm in the Student Union Ballrooms and include support from some of the most notable VSU organizations, such as: The Black Student League (BSL), Media Arts Geniuses (M.A.G), NPHC Greek organizations, Collegiate Women of VSU and so much more! The entry fee is $1 or a canned good and proceeds will go to the VSU food pantry and L.A.M.P We hope to see a house full of Blazers ready to have fun and enjoy the show See you all there!

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By: Morgan B. Matthews

Press and Publicity Chair