FAMU pep-rally at Gaither Gymnasium Photo Submitted by Stephen Brown. Florida A&M University had its latest pep rally in Gaither Gymnasium, but to the surprise of many, the attendance was below expectations. The event, coordinated by the Student Government Association, was supposed to get students excited about the upcoming basketball […]
Author: Alyssa King | Staff Reporter
Foreign language options limited at FAMU
The required textbook for the Spanish courses at Florida A&M University. Photo submitted by Alyssa King Florida A&M University offers only two foreign languages for students, which leaves some in a predicament. Not all students want to take either French or Spanish, but because of a shortage of qualified faculty, […]
Gillum watch party at FAMU draws crowd
Hundreds gathered near Lee Hall for Watch Party. Photo submitted by Alyssa King People of all races and ages gathered on Florida A&M University’s quad Tuesday evening for the watch party for Andrew Gillum. The rain and wind couldn’t defeat the crowd as the energy soared with positivity and hope […]
The great debate: Rattlers Nest vs. President’s Dining Room
The food court located on Florida A&M University Campus. Photo submitted by Alyssa King. There are five dining halls on Florida A&M University’s campus, but students tend to favor two particular places: The Rattlers Nest and the President's Dining Room. When asked to name the best place to dine […]
A-Town Wings comes to Tallahassee
A-Town Wings restaurant located at 360 W Tharpe St. Tallahassee, Fl. Photo submitted by Alyssa King. A-Town Wings has made its way to West Tharpe Street in Tallahassee – and to the state of Florida. A-Town Wings was founded in Atlanta in 2008 and has been expanding its restaurants in […]
Students turned away from Rec Center shelter during hurricane
The Hansel E. Tookes, Sr. Student Recreation Center on Florida A&M University's campus. Photo submitted by Alyssa King. Hurricane Michael caused many to leave their homes and find shelter elsewhere. While some students evacuated Tallahassee, others stayed hoping to find safety on campus. Early Wednesday morning on Oct. 10, the […]
Anticipation mounts for FAMU homecoming
Homecoming is a special time at FAMU. Sydne Vigille | The FAMUAN Every year Florida A&M University's (FAMU) homecoming brings in thousands of of people, and it seems that this year will be no different. FAMU’s 2018 homecoming lineup has many people around the town talking about the upcoming events. From […]
Tallahassee man fired after pulling gun on FAMU students
Four male Florida A&M University students tried to enter the Stadium Centre apartment complex on Gaines Street Friday to visit a friend, but they were greeted by a man who was entering the same building. There was back and forth commentary and then tension rose after the man, who was […]
Northrop Grumman returns to FAMU
One of Florida A&M University’s major partners, Northrop Grumman, returned to the campus this week to recruit students for internships and future jobs. Students from all classifications gathered in the Rattlers Den for Wednesday’s welcome back event. Northrop Grumman hosts the welcome back barbecue every year as a way to […]
PLUS to be established at FAMU
PLUS interest meeting. Photo credit: Shantel Hansbrough From Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) to Florida A&M University, Pretty Ladies Unique Shapes, is making a move. What started as an idea is now becoming a reality. Pretty Ladies Unique Shapes is a body positivity, self-love organization that targets plus […]