Author: Jordan Forbes | Staff writer

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Be ready to spend more for your holiday tree

Christmas trees are an essential part of the holiday season. Whether it’s for décor or a way to spend time with family, the fragrant Fraser Fir is a staple for the holidays. But with this traditional centerpiece comes rising prices as the years pass. Natural Christmas tree prices have always […]

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Some student employees at FAMU go weeks without pay

Student employment is fundamental at Florida A&M University. Numerous offices require the assistance of students all over campus. In the title “student employee,” what comes first? Student. Yet, it seems FAMU is unaware of the disparities student employees are facing this semester. Students typically get jobs to help cover groceries, […]

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The season of giving is here

It’s that time of year when spirits rise and giving is in the air. The holidays may bring family and friends closer, but it is also the time when strangers come together to help those who are in need of some extra love this holiday season. And what better way […]

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Fund-raising at FAMU keeps growing

Each year at Florida A&M’s homecoming football game, there is an announcement to share the total amount of donations made to certain programs, colleges and schools. This year, FAMU raised a whopping $25.7 million in donations. While this money is not raised during the week of homecoming, the numbers are […]

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Jazz enjoys rich roots in Tallahassee

Jazz flows through the streets of Tallahassee, and its impact shines through the community. With this sultry art form’s rich history in the state capital, many still don’t know about the importance jazz brings to Tallahassee. Primarily known for their contributions to jazz, the Adderley brothers are dearly loved in […]

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NCNW: The ‘organization of organizations’

Typically, women rule the hill; female students make up 64% of the student body compared to males at 36%. So, what is available for the majority of students at Florida A&M University? There are clubs, organizations and sports available for both men and women, but specifically, the National Council of […]

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Property insurance rates keep rising

Some Tallahassee residents are seeing their homeowners insurance climb in real time. As more hurricanes make landfall near Florida’s capital, prices are surging for homeowners. Property insurance covers damage or loss by theft, which can include fire and storm damage. The standard homeowners’ insurance is divided into several parts: Coverage […]

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Internships are invaluable

Imagine traveling to New York for the first time, the summer before your senior year at your HBCU, for an internship with the biggest network in the world, ABC News. Or imagine working with Apple Music in Cupertino, California, for 10 weeks.  These big-name companies offer placements that allow students […]

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Rattlers keep ‘rising’

Did you know there is a housing community for second-year and transfer students on Florida A&M’s campus? Rattlers RISE targets a select group of students in hopes of increased retention of transfer students and those returning for their third year. Rattlers RISE is a Residential Development Community initiated by the […]

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Jalen Mason leads by example

Passion is an essential part of doing what you love most. Working without passion is useless as you will never be fulfilled by your work. However, when doing what you love the most, the desire and urge to do your best will always shine through. And that is the case […]