Author: Ja’Caiya Y. Stephens | Staff Writer

Lifestyles

Recognizing the vital role of fathers

In reoccurring discussions about parenting and family dynamics, much attention is rightfully placed on the indispensable role of mothers. Indeed, mothers are often celebrated for their nurturing, caregiving, and emotionally supportive roles within the family unit. However, it is equally important to recognize and highlight the vital contributions that fathers […]

News

Caleb Parker is HBCU chess champion

In a historic moment for Florida A&M University, sophomore computer science student Caleb Parker emerged victorious at the prestigious HBCU Chess Classic, marking the first time in the university’s history that a student has claimed the top spot in this esteemed competition. Parker, a Tallahassee native, beat a North Carolina […]

Lifestyles

Students paint the stress away

Florida A&M University’s Miss Rock of the South hosted a painting event to help students alleviate stress as they prepare for finals.  The event was held Wednesday evening in BL Perry on FAMU’s campus. Zoë Carter, a second-year, pre-veterinary animal science major, serves as the 2023-2024 Miss Rock of the […]

News

How safe is Uber?

Uber is the most popular app for transportation, but many users are beginning to wonder if it’s truly safe to use.  Uber started in 2009 in San Francisco. Its 2020 safety report shows that from 2017 to 2020, there were 9,805 reports of sexual assault on its rides, including 852 […]

Lifestyles

Thousands attend annual arts festival

The Chain of Parks Art Festival is where the vibrant pulse of Tallahassee’s downtown beats in harmony with the limitless expressions of talented artists. This annual celebration transforms the heart of the city into a mesmerizing gallery, inviting all to explore the diverse talents of more than 150 different artists.  […]

News

Social workers face multiple challenges

Social workers  often feel underpaid for the depth of their work. It is a huge issue that has been going on for years. According to 2022 national estimates by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,, Florida is ranked with the second highest employment level of social workers behind only California, […]

Opinions

Vaping isn’t worth it

Vapes. We all have heard of them and maybe have even tried them. They can be very addicting and can cause people to constantly buy them.  With all of this said, vapes can also be really bad for your health. According to cdc.gov, nicotine can harm the developing adolescent brain. […]

Lifestyles

A symphony of fashion diversity

The Bloom Fashion Show is a unique fashion event organized by two enterprising students, Demari Massey and Moninuolaoluwa Fagbamiye. They set the stage ablaze with their distinctive creativity. The show showcases a vibrant constellation of designers, each bringing their unique vision to life. The event took place at the Goodwood […]

Lifestyles

Nia Berry cooking with Tally Savory Eats

Florida A&M University is home to many groundbreaking student entrepreneurs. However, one sticks out, a culinary gem, where creativity, technology and passion intersect with entrepreneurship.  Meet Nia Berry, the mastermind behind Tally Savory Eats, a local plate service revolutionizing students’ dining choices. Rummaging through the depths of her journey paints […]

Sports

Grizzle makes the best out of every situation

Ahriahna Grizzle is a standout student-athlete at Florida A&M University hailing from Toronto, Canada. As the starting point guard for FAMU’s women’s basketball team, Grizzle led the team’s historic journey to its first SWAC championship appearance this year. Although this was a goal Grizzle was proud of, she faced some […]