Author: Tiffany Herman | Staff writer

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TCC approved for name change

The state’s lawmakers unanimously passed a proposition (SB 522) Tuesday that allows Tallahassee Community College to change its name to Tallahassee State College. The vast majority of Florida’s 28  state colleges  no longer have “community” attached to their name. TCC is one of only two schools that still do. The […]

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DeSantis warns spring breakers

Spring break has already started for some students, with thousands ready to put aside the responsibilities of school and enjoy a week-long vacation. Florida has been the spring break hot spot for decades, with various cities welcoming tourists from all over America to celebrate the occasion. Because of the considerable […]

Lifestyles

Maci Fulton’s paintings to be featured

Maci Fulton is known as a committed third-year chemistry student at Florida A&M who aspires to be a physician. But there’s more to her story. Fulton has another skill that makes her unique: acrylic painting.  Over the past four years Fulton has painted acrylic portraits. These vivid portraits display the […]

Lifestyles

Yoga is an ideal exercise for everyone

Midterms are quickly approaching and tension is in the air for students at Florida A&M. When stress seems unavoidable in life it is important to find healthy ways to remain balanced in our personal, emotional and physical lives.  Yoga is an ancient exercise that requires a present mind and able […]

Lifestyles

Festival focuses on unity, joy

The meaning of the Swahili word Furaha is the “feeling of happiness,”  and “joy” is the perfect word to describe the Furaha Festival.  Sunday’s event celebrated the togetherness and diversity of Black culture. It took place at the vibrant mural space in Railroad Square Art District. Created by Afro-fusion restaurant […]

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University on track to build 700-bed dorm

Florida A&M University signed a $97.5 million 30-year loan Tuesday to finance the construction of a new 700-bed  residence hall. The funding is being provided via the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Capital Financing Program by the U.S. Department of Education. In the fourth-floor conference room of Lee Hall, President […]

Lifestyles

Self care is critical

“Self love “ and “self care” have become the go-to terms when referring to enjoying one’s single season. However it’s important to show yourself love and respect whether you’re in a relationship or not. It’s easy to neglect personal hobbies, going out to your favorite restaurants or even habits that […]