Tallahassee residents have been anticipating changes in food options for a long time, and there have been a few new developments of late. However, many are saying that the new options are quite a bit like the present ones that consumers in the capital city are faced with today. It’s […]
Author: Aliya Everett | Staff writer
I wanted to be a voice for students
Serving as the 116th Miss Florida A&M University has come with many blessings. I have learned lessons that have not only carried me through this semester, but will carry me through life. I’ve learned more about my university, building relationships with strong but nurturing Rattlers who make up our beautiful […]
Gainer, Hoggatt sign NIL pacts
Name, image, and likeness sponsorship deals are a hot topic among collegiate athletes today, and even more so controversial when discussing the gap between female and male student-athletes. Two Florida A&M University female athletes have been making moves on and off the field this season, taking the opportunity to sign […]
FAMU BOT hopes to fill 2 positions
Florida A&M University hopes to welcome at least two new faces to the Board of Trustees this year. After the recent passing of Trustee Thomas Dortch and the resignation of Trustee David Lawrence last year, there are two vacancies on the board that the university would like to see filled […]
Thomas Dortch, member of FAMU Board of Trustees, dies at 72
Thomas W. Dortch Jr., a successful businessman and philanthropist in Atlanta and a member of the Florida A&M University Board of Trustees since 2016, has died. He was 72. According to FAMU officials. Dortch died peacefully at his Atlanta home on Wednesday evening. He had been battling pancreatic cancer, according […]
University to host regional event for orientation leaders
Student leaders attend conferences to further develop skills in leadership, organization and planning, conflict resolution and more. Luckily, Florida A&M University and Florida State University orientation leaders won’t have to travel far for this year’s National Association for Orientation, Transition and Retention in Higher Education Region VI Conference. FAMU will […]
Step Afrika! engages, captivates
People of all ages and backgrounds filled Florida State University’s Ruby Diamond Concert Hall Tuesday to experience the marvelously skilled and talented members of Step Afrika! The high-energy and crowd engaging show kept the audience locked in until the very end, presenting different styles of stepping, traditional African dances and […]
NFL should do more to protect its players
Football is loved by people all over the world, but to some, this game is more than just a sport. Professional football players commit their lives to a sport that spectators find entertaining. It also brings in billions of dollars every year for the National Football League. However, a career […]