Author: Luisa Miller | Staff writer

Lifestyles

The freshman experience

The spring equinox just passed and the freshmen at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) are finishing up their first year in college. With the end of the Spring 2024 semester nearing, the freshman class embarked on a rollercoaster of emotions and uncertainties that defined their first HBCU experience. Arriving […]

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Student Senate addresses funding

FAMU Senate convened on Zoom Monday with discussions about critical bills and allocating funding and resources vital for the university’s operations and growth. Notably absent from the proceedings was President-elect Loryn May. In her place, Sen. Jonathan McClover stepped in to address and lead the meeting. Bills presented Monday were […]

Lifestyles

The Rec Center: Are you sticking to your goals?

2024 welcomed more than just a new year, but also new year resolutions, a new semester, and new opportunities. The new year also welcomed the reopening of the Florida A&M University’s Recreation Center. The fitness center announced its new business operation hours this past Monday via their Instagram page.  The […]

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New semester jitters are normal

Starting a new semester can be both exciting and nerve-wracking for Florida A&M University students. As they embark on a fresh academic journey, tackling the “new semester jitters” becomes a shared experience. For many, it’s about finding a balance between academics, social life, and self-care. Amidst the anticipation of new […]

Opinions

Men’s mental health needs to be a priority

November marks National Men’s Health Awareness Month, and Florida A&M University is teaming up with Aetna to provide valuable services for students. Men’s health is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of well-being in today’s society. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the life expectancy for men […]

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Tallahassee’s club scene raises concerns

The annual homecoming celebration at Florida A&M University is a time of festivities and reunions, but it also brings to light some concerning issues related to the city’s club scene. In recent years, the combination of FAMU’s homecoming and the vibrant nightlife has raised serious safety concerns. During homecoming week, […]

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Understanding neurodiversity

In a world that celebrates diversity, it is crucial to recognize the unique challenges that individuals with ADHD and autism face when interacting in spaces primarily designed for neurotypical individuals. October is ADHD Awareness Month, and it is important for Florida A&M University students to understand and educate themselves and […]

Lifestyles

Jackson balances school, hairstyle business

In the bustling world of higher education, where students juggle textbooks, lectures and deadlines, there exists a rare breed. Her name is Kaiyana Jackson, and she’s a self-taught hairstylist and second-year pre-nursing student at Florida A&M University. Her journey is a testament to dedication, ambition and a passion for both […]

Lifestyles

South Florida a pipeline for FAMU’s students

Florida A&M University students are proudly representing their hometowns as word circulates about the top three counties for producing Rattlers on the hill. A survey was created and sent to the student body to collect their responses, thus sparking a buzz around campus. The Division of Student Affairs in the […]