FAMU Announcements

Applications for the Economic Development Advisory Board are currently available in the student government offices. This task force will work directly with the Department of Economic Development in SGA. For more information, call Adrian Jordan at 599-3624.

Are you a young parent? Did you leave your child with your parents so that you could attend college? If so, the Journey Magazine’s Life & Style section wants to speak to you. Contact journey_styles@yahoo.com for more information.

Fox News Channel has launched a $20,000 nationwide contest for undergraduate broadcast journalism students. Juniors and seniors majoring in broadcast journalism are invited to compete. Enter online at www.foxnews.com/collegechallenge no later than Oct. 15. All tape entries must be postmarked by Dec 31.

FAMU is offering the $2,500 Arthur Thompson scholarship to two students who are residents of the Big Bend area. Students who meet the requirements for the State University System of Florida and demonstrate a need for financial assistance. Pick up applications in Lee Hall room 103. Applications must be submitted by Oct. 11. Contact Johnitta Richards at 599-3413 for more information.

The Campus Recreation Freedom Walkers want you to join them as they take steps toward better health Monday-Thursday from 5:30-7 p.m. on FAMU’s track. For more information, contact Kristin or Cathy at 599-3785 or campusreckristin@yahoo.com.

Journey Magazine is sponsoring two dorm room makeovers for a lucky guy and girl. Let us know in 150 words or less why your dorm room should be should be made over. Winners will be chosen in October. For more information, e-mail Journey Magazine at journey_styles@yahoo.com.

Students interested in attending the Graduate Feeder Reception on Oct. 5 should pick up an invitation from Sept. 27 through Oct. 5. Information regarding graduate school opportunities will be shared, as well as funding opportunities for graduate school. Contact Y’Desha Alsup at 599-3400 or 599-3624 for more information.

Body sculpting classes will be held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5-5:50 p.m. in the Fitness Center. Please bring your FAMU ID. For more information, contact Andrew or Kristen at 599-3785 or campusreckristin@yahoo.com.

Kenpo Self-Defense classes will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 6-6:50 p.m. in the Fitness Center. Please bring your FAMU ID. For more information, contact Andrew or Kristen at 599-3785 or campusreckristin@yahoo.com.

Cardio Kickboxing classes will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 4-4:50 p.m. in the Fitness Center. Please bring your FAMU ID. For more information, contact Andrew or Kristen at 599-3785 or campusreckristin@yahoo.com.

Yoga classes will be held Tuesday and Thursday from 5-5:50 p.m. in the Fitness Center. Please bring your FAMU ID. For more information, contact Andrew or Kristen at 599-3785 or campusreckristin@yahoo.com.

Hip-hop Aerobics classes will be held every Thursday form 4-4:50 p.m. in the Fitness Center. Please bring your FAMU ID. For more information, contact Andrew or Kristen at 599-3785 or campusreckristin@yahoo.com.

Journey Magazine is looking for students to be featured in its upcoming issue. Were you banned from voting in the 2000 election because you were a suspected felon? Have your past experiences with the law affected your decision to be a part of this year’s election? If so, Journey’s features editor wants to talk to you. Contact Tiffany Pitts at pittstiffany@hotmail.com.

The Beta Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is requesting students to nominate your best professor from each college. Nomination boxes will be provided in various colleges. Deadline is Thursday. For more information, contact Marie Triche at 224-8225.

The Beta Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is providing a book scholarship “W.E.B. Du Bois Talented Ten, Molding and Shaping the Future for African Americans. All students are welcomed to participate. Deadline is Oct. 13. For more information, contact Marie Triche at 224-8225.

Journey Magazine is looking for models of all shapes and sizes for each section of the magazine. Full-body photos should be included with your application. Come by Tucker Hall room 307A to pick up an application.

Purdue University will accommodate students wishing to visit their university and learn about the educational opportunities available. Purdue will cover transportation, lodging and meals for selected students. Applications are due Oct. 4. For more information or an application, contact Linda Knight in the Office of Graduate Studies at 599-3505.

The Alpha Eta Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is currently accepting donation of clothing and non-perishable items for its annual Sleep-out for the Homeless is Oct. 9. For more information or to donate contact Serge Beaubrun at 383-5583.

The National Council of Negro Women is compiling “FAMU Black Pages”, a business directory, and is looking for student-owned businesses. To submit information, contact Jessica Fields at 321-1799 or jafields1984@hotmail.com.