Students are dropping out of college at an alarming rate for a variety of reasons. The college experience can be an overwhelming one and many weren’t as prepared as they thought they were. Maybe some get pregnant or just decide that college wasn’t for them. For many, college is just […]
Opinions
Gay adoption is not the real issue
For quite some time there has been constant debate over whether or not gay couples should be allowed to adopt children. People still argue today that allowing gays to adopt will have a negative effect on the child. Others are simply not open to the idea of gay couples having […]
Reality TV when will it stop?
No one needs talent when you can just act like “yourself” on a reality television show and become famous. At one point, reality television was a way to expose different issues occurring in society. The Real World, which first aired on MTV in 1992, was a type of experiment. It […]
Internet: The other silent killer
You may not want to admit it, but you are an addict. It’s alright, though. I am, too. As a matter of fact, we all are. But what resource is so widely available that everyone, including you and I, has become addicted to it? You’re probably using it right now: […]
The capital city…not so capital
Tallahassee. Founded in 1825, established in the foothills of the Appalachians and a just a stones throw away from the Gulf of Mexico. It’s home to two reputable universities, a community college and a host of trade schools. As a native, it shames me to report that this is about […]
TPD exercises a double standard
On Oct. 29, CBS affiliate WCTV posted an article on its website entitled “FAMU Homecoming Safety.” The article warned Tallahassee residents that traffic would most likely be congested throughout the weekend, especially on Apalachee Parkway and Tennessee Street. Now I had no problem with that because, as most of you […]
You have a right to vote…use it
Admitting one’s failure to vote should be a statement of social damnation. This is because throughout America’s journey into the 21st century, too many people have been denied the right to have a say in what and how government interferes with their lives. Sadly today, as our laughable voter-turn-out rates […]
Ammons accepts bonus but professors still lack raises
University president James Ammons, reportedly decided to take the $80,000 bonus guaranteed to him by the board of trustees this year. The bonus comes as his staff members received a $1000 raise…and his faculty received nothing. Why, just last year, Ammons accepted an $113,000 bonus while all other state university […]
Have fun but do not forget what is important
Homecoming is an exciting time on campus. It’s often the first time Tallahassee actually resembles autumn. By this point you’ve had mid-term exams and you can recognize that you will either have to step your game up or withdraw from those challenging classes. Homecoming is also magical because you finally […]
FAMU Alumni donation rates are bleak
Most alumni love to boast about graduating from FAMU. But when asked if they give back to their school, many of those same alumni go quiet. So why are alums being asked if they give back in the first place? Giving back to your alma mater is something that […]