For a number of students on Florida A&M University’s Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, serving and protecting has always been a dream for them. Pictured (L-R) Zachery Allen, Javier Benabe, Morgan James, Jackson Foster. Photo Courtesy of Morgan James. For a number of students in Florida A&M University’s Reserve Officers’ […]
Author: Shardae Ray I Staff Reporter
Lemonade at Harambee Festival hits the sweet spot
During the 45th Annual Florida A&M University Harambee Festival, mobile business “Oh! Lemonade Inc.,” sold approximately two 55-gallon drums of lemonade. Photo Submitted by Joshua Bonsell. During the 45th annual Florida A&M University Harambee Festival, which took place at Cascades Park on Saturday Feb. 23, a mobile business known as “Oh! […]
FAMU baseball series recap versus Jackson State University
Game 1: FAMU brings home first win of three-game series In the opening game of the series, the Florida A&M Ratters brought home the win in a thrilling 7-6 win over the Jackson State Tigers. A seemingly one-sided game for 8 innings turned into a fight at the top of […]
Mr. FAMU reflects on his reign
Myles Millsap, the 19th Mr. FAMU. Photo courtesy of Myles instagram. Myles Millsap never planned to be Mr. FAMU. But serving as the 19th Mr. FAMU has given him considerable joy. A fifth-year MBA candidate from Columbia, Maryland, Millsap said he had no real intention to run for Mr. FAMU a […]
Some FAMU dance organizations are out of control
Photo Submittes by Kylii Clay. Many organizations on campus, such as dance troupes, take themselves very seriously. New members are considered to be “on-line.” It may look easy enough, but there is much more than what meets the eye. On-line is the same terminology that Greek organizations use to refer […]
White History Month is long overdue
As we enter a new month, from a tumultuous Black History Month, I could not help but to remember the reason why it began in the first place. People of African descent, all over the world, were stripped of their knowledge of self, dignity and control of their image, by […]
President Robinson and team discuss plans for the university at event
Provost Maurice Edington and FAMU President Larry Robinson (pictured L-R) discussed the plans and initiatives in place to increase student success at the university during the "Coffee and Conversation" event Wednesday, Feb. 27th. Photo Submitted by Diasha Henley. Florida A&M University’s President Larry Robinson and his team hosted a “Coffee and […]
Riley House Museum ends Black History Month with celebration gala
The Tallahassee community gathered for the “15th Annual Applause for the Pioneers, Cufflinks and Pearls Gala” event hosted by the John G. Riley Center and Museum. The event was held at the Goodwood Museum and Gardens on Thursday Feb. 28. The event honored pioneers Antonio, George, John and Bahamia of […]
VegFest focuses on healthy eating
The 5th Annual North Florida Vegfest is set for Saturday, March 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m at Tom Brown Park. Photo Submitted by Teylor Parks. Gather your forks, friends and family because the VegFest is coming to town. The Tallahassee vegetarian community (TalVeg) presents the 5th annual North Florida […]
Vigil pays tribute to pharmacy student
Samar Elsheik's brother pays his tribute during Friday night's vigil. Photo Courtesy of WCTV.TV At a young age, Samar Elsheikh was always helpful and did everything with a smile that instantly brightened a room. Her humbleness and her gift for always treating others equally led her to yearn for a career in […]