The 55th Student Senate held its ninth session of the spring semester, in the senate chambers presenting four new bills. During committee reports, Judicial and Rules Chairwoman Nissa Phillip shared that the Elections Reform Committee will begin meeting to assess the success of the spring campaign season. This committee is […]
Author: Krysten Hood | Staff writer
FAMU’s annual Harambee Festival delights
As the Tallahassee community rounds out Black History Month, the historic Harambee Festival, hosted by Florida A&M University, serves as a light of celebration, showcasing a cornucopia of black art, culture, and music. “The festival began in the 80’s which was started by three FAMU women. Now, it’s a […]
Target restructures DEI initiatives: what this means for minority-owned businesses
As Donald Trump settles into his second term as President of the United States, several executive orders have caused a gradual upheaval of everyday life for American citizens. The dismantling of federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, prompting major corporations to reevaluate their DEI commitments, was among the most […]
Student Senate passes old bills
The Florida A&M University 54th Student Senate met on Monday to continue the review of three bills as well as to review two new bills for the first time. On Sunday, the Student Senate advertised four vacant positions within the Organization and Finance Committee available to freshman, sophomore, senior, and […]
Student Senate reviews new bills
The Florida A&M University 54th Student Senate met to assess financial accountability among university agencies and review four new bills. During committee reports, Activity and Service Fee Committee Liaison Connor Cooper motioned to freeze six agency accounts due to incomplete Activity and Service (A&S) reports, which are mandatory monthly submissions. […]
Student Senate swears in freshmen senators
The Florida A&M University 54th Student Senate met on Monday to welcome the newest freshman senators, hold a short training regarding Robert’s Rule of Order, and review the Internal Rules of Procedure (IROP). During the meeting, the senate also hosted 13 students who participated in ‘Shadow a Senator, ’ which […]
First-timers and triumphs: What you missed at the Emmy Awards
The 2024 Emmy Awards were held on Sunday, in the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles, CA, hosted by the dynamic father-son duo from the sitcom “Schitt’s Creek,” Eugene and Dan Levy. Garnering 6.87 million viewers with a 55 percent increase in ratings. The 76th awards show was a star-studded […]
Student Senate addresses homecoming budget
The Florida A&M University 54th Student Senate met on Monday, receiving updates regarding this year’s Homecoming budget. The budget confirmed the executive branch’s final position and approved the Fall Election Season schedule. The annual ‘So You Think You Can Lead?’ panel has been confirmed to occur on Friday from 5 […]