Beginning Fall 2023, FAMU and FSU’s joint college of engineering will begin offering more doctoral programs in material sciences and engineering. The move follows an uptick in popularity of both programs in the professional and graduate industries. After receiving approval during the Board of Governors’ meeting on Nov. 9, graduate […]
Author: Antonio Walcott | Staff writer
REI opens in Market Square
As the chain’s first store in Florida’s Panhandle, REI brings a new level of preparation and excitement to Tallahassee’s outdoor community. Originally founded in Seattle in 1938 over a lack of accessibility to outdoor equipment, REI has since become a nationally recognized hub for newcomers and experienced adventurers looking to […]
North Florida Fair returns
Local residents and college students alike are invited to experience the food, fun and games of the North Florida Fair. Taking place daily through Sunday at the fairgrounds on Paul Russell Road, the fair has been drawing crowds every day. Starting at $8 for adults and $5 for children between […]
Corey Simon, can we talk?
As the November midterm elections rapidly approach, many candidates are ramping up appearances, doubling down on party rhetoric and reasserting to the public just how important this upcoming election is. But one candidate has taken an unusual route to earning the public’s trust by circumventing both interviews and candidate forums […]
Brrr. This week’s cold snap set records
Tallahassee residents are no strangers to cold weather, but as temperatures continue to drop this week some residents feel they may have gotten a preview of what’s to come. Wednesday night marked the beginning of a nearly three-day long cold snap that has seen the temperature fall to a staggering […]
Ranking Tacos goes from food truck to restaurant
Rankin Tacos is a family owned Mexican-American restaurant that has been serving the Tallahassee community since February 2020. The restaurant features three dining areas that include traditional booth seating, a covered patio and lawn deck that also serves as the host site for events such as live shows and luncheons. […]
Some students unaware of military benefits that could cover their tuition
Educational assistance in the form of financial aid subsidies and paid tuition are some of the little-known ways that students serving in active-duty roles, on campus ROTC and students with parents who have served can benefit from the nationwide policies created to make post- secondary education more affordable for families. […]
Local shop caters to Greek life
Located in the Railroad Square Art District at 682 McDonnell Drive, sits the only store in Tallahassee servicing the Greek letter organizations of more than 50,000 students across FAMU and FSU. The locally owned retailer specializes in merchandise for fraternity and sorority apparel and paraphernalia as well as game-day essentials […]
FAMU PD monitors more than 1,500 cameras
As the fall semester dawns and students begin to settle into their classes, they may find that it’s more than just Florida A&M University professors welcoming them back with a smile. A new initiative by the Department of Campus Safety and Security has produced dozens of signs on campus in […]
Tanelus’ FAMU videos a hit on social media
Jean Tanelus, assistant director of facilities and operations at Florida A&M University, continues to focus his talent with film on producing sports media and the diverse culture of campus Greek life. Tanelus spent his previous four years at FAMU earning a bachelor’s degree in business administration before graduating in July […]