If a Black woman talks too loud she is deemed “ghetto”, if she challenges an opinion she is deemed “aggressive,” but if she is an introvert she’s not a “team player”. The stereotype of Black women in the workplace is often criticized but is frequently expected by their co-workers of […]
Author: Phylicia Wright | Staff writer
We all need standards
The cuddle weather has arrived and cuffing season has begun. Establishing standards are vital before entering any relationship with someone and should be considered before dating as well. The back and forth games between romantic parties are over and the time has risen for meaningful conversation with legitimate prospects. Standards […]
R Walk Fitness catching on
It is easier to say you want to go to the gym than it is to commit to leading a healthy lifestyle. However, one FAMU student is committed to a healthy lifestyle and helping others along the way. Rylan Curtis is a pre-physical therapy major from Houston, and he is […]
Has the Democratic Party earned the Black vote?
With election night this Tuesday the stakes in the presidential election have been higher than ever between Republican President Donald Trump and his Democratic challenger, Joe Biden. However, even though this election is important, some students have thoughts on the sincerity of the Democratic Party when it comes to the […]
Johnson turns her hobby into her hustle
Spending spring and summer in quarantine was not what anybody expected out of 2020. However, one young woman chose to take advantage of this time. By consistently perfecting her craft this FAMU student has used her self-taught skills to open her own business. First-year doctor of pharmacy candidate Camrynn Johnson […]
Lying is a way of life for Trump
From downplaying the ongoing coronavirus pandemic to racist remarks toward Black and Brown communities, how could anyone trust the presidentof the United States? Whether President Donald Trump wins the 2020 election or not, he will be the acting commander in chief until the next presidential Inauguration. Which means the Trump […]
Some female rappers inspire by staying in college
Women have been influencing hip hop and rap for more than three decades, breaking down barriers and setting trends. Recently however, new age female rap artists have made commitments to their career and also their education. Award-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion (Megan Pete) has shown she is capable of […]
The Black vote is critical on Nov. 3
There are nearly 40 days left until the general election and this is by far one of the most important elections in recent memory. From the ongoing coronavirus pandemic to the historic battle with injustice in Black communities, it is imperative to understand the need for the African American vote. […]
Student-teacher internships dry up
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic continues to affect the education system on every level. Social distancing protocols in Leon County Schools have not only hindered students but they have stymied FAMU students in the College of Education who are eager to do a student-teacher internship. One of the graduation requirements for […]
University offers more suicide prevention training
Silence onsuicides continues to grow louder each day on college campuses around the country. As it happens, September is Suicide Prevention Month, and FAMU decided to have asSuicide prevention training. Because of the pandemic, the suicide prevention training was available through Zoom for FAMU students, faculty and staff. The first […]