The FAMU College Democrats, a prominent political organization at Florida A&M University, recently held its annual elections, resulting in the appointment of a new president. The election process, which showcased the organization’s vibrant and engaged students, saw a diverse range of candidates vying for the position. Ultimately, Myriah Fox emerged […]
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New director to oversee advising at FAMU
Florida A&M University has named Carlotta Mitchell as the new director of the Center for Academic Advising, where she will be tasked to oversee more than 30 academic advisers within the 14 colleges and schools at FAMU. Mitchell’s extensive experience over more than 25 years in higher education and her […]
What became of FAMU Police Chief Calloway?
The sudden, unannounced departure of Florida A&M University’s long-time police chief, Terrence Calloway, has left the community puzzled and seeking answers. As speculation runs rampant, the university’s reluctance to provide substantial information about Calloway’s change in status has only fueled the curiosity surrounding the situation. Calloway, who served as the […]
Elijah Hooks takes on statewide role
In an exciting development for the Florida Student Association, FAMU student Elijah Hooks has been appointed to serve as the organization’s chief of staff. Previous noteworthy FAMU students who have served as the statewide organization’s chief of staff include Ramon Alexander, Shawn Pittman and Sharon Letterman-Hicks, which is a testament […]
Jones joins Biden’s HBCU advisory board
In a significant move highlighting the Biden administration’s commitment to higher education, Florida state Senator Shevrin Jones has been appointed to serve on the president’s Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and Universities. This appointment recognizes Jones’ tireless advocacy for educational equity and his dedication to uplifting minority communities […]