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FAMU celebrates founding with wreath ceremony

Florida A&M University celebrated its 134th anniversary with a wreath laying ceremony at the eternal flame. This is an annual event that notarizes the birth of the university and its founders. The ceremony began with the presentation of colors by the Reserve Officer Training Corps, followed by Mister FAMU, Kaleb […]

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Booster shots now offered at FAMU

Florida A&M University is now offering two booster shots of the COVID-19 vaccine for those with compromised immune systems. The Pfizer and Moderna third dosage are available to, but not limited to, individuals with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), lupus, heart conditions and people who are prescribed drugs that suppress their […]

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International students relieved after policy change

On Tuesday afternoon, the Trump administration rescinded a policy that would have taken away visas for international students whose classes have moved completely to onlineas a result of the coronavirus pandemic. This reversal by the federal government has canceled plans by the United States’ Immigration and Custom Enforcement agency to […]

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New partnership promotes textbook affordability

Students at Florida A&M University can plan on saving hundreds of dollars this school year now that FAMU has partnered with Cengage, an education and technology company. This will help students avoid the extensive financial burden of paying full price for books and other educational materials for the 2020-2021 academic […]

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FAMU’s Bromell moves to the front lines

Shadell Bromellhas made it her business to be on the front lines and fight for her people during the recent Black LivesMatter protests in Tallahassee. She’s also been taking a stand on behalf  Oluwatoyin“Toyiin” Salau, a 19-year-old Tallahassee activist who was a victim of sexual assault and murder. Bromell is […]