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Board of trustees picks new food service company

Florida A&M’s board of trustees met Tuesday to decide on a new food service provider. The board had four companies to review, including Aramark and Metz Culinary Management. In a 6-5 vote, the board chose Metz Culinary Management as its new food service provider. The contract will span five years […]

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Paddyfote buildings remain open

Florida A&M’s Paddyfote Complex buildings A and B will not close after all. Oscar Crumity, university housing director, said continuing the facility’s operation was decided by university administrators. Students who were relocated are able to return to their original living accommodations. “If a student desires to return to Paddyfote, he […]

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Apple iPad draws fans

Apple touts its iPad as a growing favorite with students. According to Apple.com, the iPad continues to transform the way users learn and t he apps and content create an endless learning opportunities. With Apple releasing it’s latest iPad Air Nov. 1, students are considering just how much they use […]

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Alumnus Kevin Williams presented with Trailblazer Award

The Florida A&M Center for Disability Access and Resources, also known as CeDAR, presented alumnus Kevin Williams with its highest honor at the fourth annual CeDAR Honors Wednesday. In celebration of Disability Awareness Month, students, faculty and guests gathered in the School of Architecture’s atrium as CeDAR recognized Williams and […]

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SGA explains new fund allocation process

The Student Government Association presented a special allocations workshop Wednesday to teach students and organizations how to request and receive funding through the senate. President of the Organization and Finance Committee Sen. Tyler Hansberry wants to educate students on the proper steps to gain funding. “The workshop is to get […]

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‘Stand Your Ground’ panel argues for end to Florida law

Florida A&M’s “Florida Stand Your Ground” served as a thought-provoking alternative to the usual tailgating and partying offered during homecoming. The panelists discussed the past, present and future of the Stand Your Ground law. The purpose of the forum was to help, not only students but also some faculty and […]

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Wingery and bar reopens, relocates to bigger location

The popular restaurant Buffalo Wild Wings, also known as BW3, has returned to Tallahassee. The wing specialty sports bar had its grand opening Monday. It has moved to a new location on Magnolia Drive at Governor’s Square Boulevard, this time, with more than 6,000 square feet of dining space. The […]

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Domestic violence shelter to hold ceremony for victims of abuse

In celebration of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Refuge House will have a candlelight vigil and survivor speak-out. As the end of the month nears, the vigil and speak-out will honor domestic violence victims and celebrate survivors. Community Education Program Director Jessica Pinto said the survivors speaking out will increase […]

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Rattlers unite to clean up after homecoming

While Florida A&M alumni, friends and family were traveling back home, FAMU rattlers ended the thrill of homecoming week by cleaning up the trash that accumulated on and around campus. Dozens of students had the opportunity to participate in reviving the campus and gaining community service hours in the “Rattler […]

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FAMU’s disabled student center to celebrate top achievers

The Florida A&M Center for Disability Access and Resources, also known as CeDAR, will host CeDAR Honors today in celebration of Disability Awareness Month. The event is an annual recognition ceremony for individuals and groups from FAMU and the surrounding communities for their various accomplishments. The reception begins at 5:15 […]