National Black Maternal Health Week, observed from April 11–17 each year, serves as a poignant reminder of the stark realities faced by black women during childbirth in the United States. While childbirth is often portrayed as a joyous and celebratory occasion, for many Black women, it can be marred by […]
Lifestyles
It’s not too late to make a memory box
Memory is central to our identity. It helps to remember the good times with families, communities and organizations. Memories are not just what we hold in our heads. They also take concrete forms and consist of documents, images and objects. Generation Z has loved to use social media to collect […]
Laundry: A constant issue for students
Doing laundry on campus is a hassle for many students, especially first-year students adjusting to this new way of living. Some students believe there aren’t enough washer machines and dryers compared to the number of people living in the dorms. Towers South is one of the newer dorms at Florida […]
Drumming up dreams and community
Surpassing the campus of Florida A&M University (FAMU), Tyriq Stewart orchestrates more than just beats – he conducts dreams. As the founder of Kardinal Dreams Music Ensemble, Stewart’s rhythm resonates beyond the music, weaving a tapestry of inspiration, mentorship, and community. Born out of Stewart’s passion for percussion and a […]
Heyward an advocate for local women
Olivia Heyward is all for uplifting women in Tallahassee. She has expanded her various projects to help women feel encouraged and courageous in everything they do. Heyward is from Daytona Beach, and moved to Tallahassee to attend Tallahassee Community College. While living in Tallahassee, Heyward founded a creative project in […]
Chain of Parks Art Festival is back
Springtime is also festival season in Tallahassee, and LeMoyne Arts is hosting the 24th annual Chain of Parks Art Festival on April 20-21. Visitors can expect to experience various live performances and view and purchase art and crafts by more than 150 artists from all over the country. Chain of […]
Chill out on Tennessee Street at Jeremiah’s Italian Ice
The new store will be located on West Tennessee St. next to CAVA. Aside from selling Italian ice, Jeremiah’s sells ice cream, and their claim to fame is combining ice cream and Italian ice to make what they call a “Gelati.” The sweet treats come in a variety of tasty […]
School and stress go hand-in-hand
The relationship between school stress and unhealthy skin can make you want to hide in the house. College students can face many stressors in pursuit of their degree. Academic stress can cause many students to feel overwhelmed by school. You have more responsibilities when you are in school. For example, […]
From SGA to BOT chair
Kristin Harper stands as one of the heads of Florida A&M University, leading the Board of Trustees as its chair. As an alumna of FAMU her goal is to continue to achieve what FAMU needs and work with the other 12 board members to complete common goals for the university. […]
Kai Dawson crafting a fashion revolution with KAIMIKAZE
Kai Dawson is a third-year student at Florida A&M University, studying animal science in the veterinary sector. However, her influence extends far beyond her scholarly endeavors; Kai is the creative brain behind KAIMIKAZE, a fashion label that promotes challenging standards and embracing individuality. The name “KAIMIKAZE” is a testament to […]