Saturday, April 27, 2024
The Alpha chapter of Kappa Psi Psi Healthcare sorority held its first cardiopulmonary resuscitation [CPR] seminar on Thursday. The sorority was able to partner with the Black-owned BLS CPR/First Aid training business True Samaritan. Ariane Canales, a junior at Florida A&M University, said she enjoyed the seminar. “The seminar was […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its COVID-19 guidelines two weeks ago, loosening the agency’s recommendations regarding masks for almost three-quarters of the nation’s population. About 10% of the U.S. population now lives in an area that doesn’t require face masks to be worn when indoors, according to […]
Rattler Nation, including Florida A&M’s Student Government Association, flooded the state Capitol Thursday for the annual FAMU Day at the Capitol. “Today is a great day for people to learn about FAMU, because a lot of people still don’t know about the university and the great things that we’re doing,” […]
In the past few years, Tallahassee has seen a noticeable increase in gun violence. And this year is following suit. But It’s not something that goes unnoticed by the Tallahassee Police Department. In January 2021, Tallahassee experienced 23 shooting incidents with zero homicides. But in January 2022, there have been […]
The life-changing COVID-19 pandemic is entering its third year. And it’s safe to say that the virus is still an ongoing threat that is killing thousands of Americans every day. This is especially an issue for the African American community. COVID-19 has feasted on communities of color across the country. […]
Florida A&M University is a school filled with talent, especially musical talent. And it’s fair to say that FAMU’s incomparable “The Marching 100” and the Concert Choir can back that up. But a question arises: What is the university doing to help other students with their musical careers? FAMU’s Department […]
It’s the third week in October, which means it’s National Transfer Student Week. “This week is meant to challenge assumptions, build empathy, and instill transfer pride on campuses nationwide,” according to the website for national transfer student week. For FAMU, Tuesday was day two of this jam-packed week for transfer […]
This is the first year back on campus since the outbreak of COVID-19, and you know what that means: FAMU athletics is back in action. But with the pandemic still an ongoing threat, it is important to keep FAMU’s athletes healthy to continue to create history as they begin their […]
FAMU’s homecoming is quickly approaching, and a new way to get prepared for it has arrived. Prepared physically and mentally. 40 Caliber Fitness is offering a month-long homecoming fitness program for all students, current and alumni. “I know that homecoming is around the corner, and I can say my progress […]
This past week was dedicated to Historically Black Colleges and Universities, but it seems that not many on campus knew about it. “I think I heard about HBCU Week this past academic school year,” FAMU student Grace Blatch said. “But this year I for certain heard nothing about it.” The […]