Valentine’s Day is supposed to be the day when a person and their partner decide to broadcast the love they have for one another. Some may say that this particular day is just a regular day; that it isn’t something people need to make such a big deal out of. […]
Author: Tatyiana Hayes | Staff writer
Longtime faculty member David Jackson leaving for NCCU
David Jackson Jr., bleeds orange and green. A graduate of Florida A&M University, Jackson has been an esteemed member of the faculty for more than two decades, moving up from history professor to associate provost for Graduate Education and dean of Graduate Studies. Which is why it caught many by […]
Dorms return to double-occupancy in the fall
Make no mistake: Students are eager to get back to the “normal” college life. Florida A&M’s Office of University Housing is making that possible starting with the fall semester when it returns to double-occupancy rooms. In spring 2020, students who resided on campus had to move out of all residence […]
Some question the timing of ‘Recharge Day’
Thursday was “Recharge Day,” a day for students at Florida A&M University to be able to relax their minds and bodies as the semester comes to an end. FAMU School of the Environment and the College of Agriculture and Food Science jointly hosted a bike trip for students on the […]
The ‘cab’ aims to keep students engaged
Florida A&M University’s Senior Class Cabinet didn’t miss a beat during the 2020-2021 academic year, despite the ongoing pandemic. Although there were hardships due to switching from in-person to virtual events, students continued participating in online calls and the organization continues to plan and promote different ways for all classes […]
Smoothie Tower opens near campus
Joe Morris is a 2013 Florida A&M University graduate who partnered with two young men who met at FSU eight years ago through the Progressive Black Men organization and are now community activists and business owners. Joshua DeGraff works in industrial engineering and process engineering. He says that alongside trying […]
Panel addresses body positivity, self love
Florida A&M University’s Peer Mentor and Campus Plus programs co-sponsored a presentation earlier this week about body positivity and self-love. The presentation allowed young women of all body types to join and participate in different exercises and open discussions promoting body positivity and self-love. Peer mentor Malikiya Hayes initiated this […]
The checks are in the mail. Of maybe in your account
The third round of stimulus checks have started being dispersed and many families and students are eager, if not excited, about the prospect of receiving $1,400. Although there were a few individuals who did not receive the first or second round of the economic relief payments, there are now options […]
This Rattler found her passion outside the classroom
Former Florida A&M student Tatiana Morman decided to pause her journey in school to pursue her passion for art. In the process, she created a business that brings meaning to her life. Morman, a native of Miami, continues to live in Tallahassee where she is building her career and business. […]
Police review board holds first meeting
The Tallahassee City Commission and the city’s police department recently held a meeting with the newly formed citizens police review board, allowing elected officials and other members of the administration to inform board members on the different policies and procedures that need to be adhered to. This was the citizens police […]