As the semester comes to an end, many college students are planning for their future endeavors. The early application period for internships and job openings has commenced. Florida A&M offers many outlets for students looking for prospective careers. The Career and Professional Development Center is a tool recommended by […]
Author: Derrick Taylor | Staff writer
Men’s mental health needs to be a priority
November marks National Men’s Health Awareness Month, and Florida A&M University is teaming up with Aetna to provide valuable services for students. Men’s health is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of well-being in today’s society. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the life expectancy for men […]
Bronson Jones learns valuable lessons
In his latest album, “The Sun Shines On Us All,” Bronson “Israel” Jones leads listeners on a journey of personal growth and maturation. A standout piece is the fifth track, “O’Shea,” where Jones draws parallels between his experiences and those of the iconic O’Shea “Ice Cube” Jackson. The song details […]
Glam Graphics making an impact
Ja’Caiya Y. Stephens, a student entrepreneur, has taken the campus of Florida A&M University by storm with her branding and marketing business, Glam Graphics. Stephens transferred from Clark Atlanta University in the spring of 2022 to follow her goal of becoming a journalist. With her dreams at the forefront of […]
Seminole Tribe to launch sports betting app
The Seminole Tribe of Florida earlier this month announced a gaming expansion in all six of its casinos. Starting Dec. 7, the Seminole casinos are launching a gambling app that includes craps, roulette and sports betting. The app was announced a week after the United States Supreme Court blocked a […]
Club-level volleyball growing
Club volleyball at Florida A&M falls somewhere between recreational play and varsity-level competition. It provides players with an exceptional opportunity to develop their skills, build lasting connections, and cultivate an appreciation for the game beyond the court. Aniya Thomas, a third-year biology pre-med student from Fresno, California, is the president […]
Fund-raising at FAMU keeps growing
Each year at Florida A&M’s homecoming football game, there is an announcement to share the total amount of donations made to certain programs, colleges and schools. This year, FAMU raised a whopping $25.7 million in donations. While this money is not raised during the week of homecoming, the numbers are […]
Hip hop celebration draws a crowd (but not T-Pain)
The Tallahassee community gathered Friday for the “50 Years of Hip Hop” celebration concert at the Adderley Amphitheater in Cascades Park. Hip-hop icons Doug E. Fresh and MC Lyte and local artists who have been in the industry for more than 20 years delivered fantastic performances at the celebration. According […]
Rattlers victorious over rivals on Senior Night
In a mesmerizing clash that unfolded on the much-anticipated Senior Night, the Florida A&M University Women’s Volleyball Team delivered a resounding triumph against their rivals, the Bethune Cookman University Wildcats in four sets. The gymnasium buzzed with anticipation as family, friends and fans filled the stands, eager to witness the […]
B.E.S.T. You now on FAMU’s campus
B.E.S.T. You, recently chartered on FAMU’s campus, is looking to introduce girls to the idea of sisterhood and to develop each girl to become a positive change agent of their generation. B.E.S.T. You members were seen beautifully dressed and excited to connect with students in their B.E.S.T. You sweaters at […]