Thursday, April 25, 2024
Playing a sport in college is a common goal for most athletes in high school. However many students realize that playing a sport at the collegiate level and going to school full-time is a challenge many are unable to conquer. Even with all the talent in the world, student-athletes are […]
Whether you’ve had one or two classes or been on campus all day, mealtime eat can be tricky. Here are some great places to eat on or near campus: Chick-fil-A While it’s still on campus, it can still be a refreshing break from the typical cafeteria food. The restaurant doesn’t […]
If you’ve recently caught a flight or visited your local Department of Motor Vehicles, you’re ahead of the game. Transportation Security Administration and DMV’s have begun posting warning flyers about the new change in State Identification cards now referred to as “Real ID’s” The change comes after what is called […]
While trying to remove a tree, a crane supplied by About Building & Design, Inc. crashed into a mobile home on the 2900 block of Slash Pine Lane on Sept. 16. According to the company, the ground gave way during the removal, causing the crane to crash into the mobile […]
Drama, violence, love and a struggle for power are intertwined in the Australian drama “Wentworth.” Back in May, the series aired on Netflix with a new seventh season. The drama deals with the challenges in the prison culture, specifically for women. The series starts with a woman prisoner Bea Smith […]
When people make a post on social media that receives countless likes, a little excitement is felt by that person. During this state of bliss, dopamine is released from the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that is released when you are in a state of pleasure and happiness. Every “like” […]
Contrary to the advancement of technology in society, research shows that note taking by hand is more effective for students’ long-term comprehension. Although technology is a big factor in our everyday life, the typing of a keyboard is nothing compared to the pressing of a pen on paper. Computer note-taking […]
Athletes are offered tutoring and physical therapy during their collegiate careers, but over the past few years they’ve also had to be treated for anxiety and depression. According to a 2015 survey conducted by the NCAA, 30 percent of student-athletes reported they were overwhelmed. These statistics were an increase from […]
Former Florida A&M University President James Ammons returned to his alma mater Saturday to bear witness to FAMU’s long-standing rivalry against Southern University. Ammons serves as the executive vice president/executive vice chancellor of Southern University in Baton Rouge, La., but he admits that FAMU will always be his and […]
For four years Motherland Connect has been connecting continents through travel. The nonprofit organization had its first trip in 2014. Several students from FAMU, Clark Atlanta University and FSU had the opportunity to experience the trip first-hand. There have been trips to South Africa and Dubai, but now the organization […]