Sunday, April 28, 2024
My first semester away from home was one full of new experiences, new friends, and a newfound independence. Being that it was a new environment, I was able to get comfortable living on campus, but it didn’t hold a candle to being at home. However, once I was finally able […]
Several months in quarantine have inspired many to rediscover passions, do a lot of self-reflection, and pick up new skills. New YouTube channels, hobbies, and self-care routines finally had the time and opportunity to blossom as we’ve all been stuck at home. Kimbria Michel, a freshman psychology student at FAMU, credits […]
Together, the pandemic and the holiday blues may pack a punch to our mental health Despite the plethora of warmth, love and joy that typically surround the last two months of the year, these holidays can be a looming cloud for some. Feelings of anxiety, loneliness, and more this time […]
To suppress something means to restrain or prevent the development, action or expression of it. In the United States, a country glorified and known for its extensive freedom and democracy, there are still groups willing to go to extremes to ensure the government is run to their liking. Beyond campaigning […]
FAMU’s homecoming brings many annual traditions. The football game, the Greek step show, and coronation to name a few. If you’ve ever been to a homecoming convocation, you’re familiar with the roll call that happens near the end. Not your average roll call, a group’s name is called and the […]
For many, Instagram is a staple social media platform. It’s nearly essential for any business or organization; and with COVID-19 minimizing many events to Instagram Live, you can guarantee this app isn’t going anywhere any time soon. However, recent updates to the app have users a little less than satisfied. […]
Coming out of four years of Donald Trump’s administration and months of protests and unrest regarding ongoing police brutality cases, many wonder if the Black vote will make a return this election season. In 2008, there were about 2 million more Black voters than the previous election, mainly attributed to […]
School routines and study schedules can be draining. This is a fact proven even more with the addition of distance learning techniques, as Zoom calls all begin to sound the same after a while. As the pandemic limits social interactions and gathering, the comfort of your room can begin to […]
On FAMU’s campus, student businesses are as common as J-Bird sightings — around every corner and seen all over social media. With the pandemic bestowing most people with extra time on their hands, it seems like everyone and their mother is selling something. Jayah McCoggle and Ellen Warrick, the minds […]
Apartment complexes occupy nearly all of West Tennessee Street and are scattered across other parts of Tallahassee, as the city boasts three institutes of higher learning. A troubling issue, however, lies in the way some complexes target certain students differently or more often than they do others. This could be […]