Finals week is here. Fortunately, Florida A&M University offers a variety of resources that provide tutoring and help. According to famu.edu, FAMU’s USCC learning centers work with students and professional tutors to provide one-on-one tutoring sessions, group study sessions, skills workshops, course content review sessions and essay writing workshops. The […]
Author: Richard Brown | Staff writer
You cannot eat at everyone’s house
As Thanksgiving passes, many people enjoy sharing photos of their plates and how they made their dishes. This year, a viral tweet has brought to light a thing that a lot of people have never heard of- a sick bowl. The tweet, made by Sarah Turner aka @TheUnmumsyMum, reads “My […]
College is a time for finding out who you are
College is among the many unique experiences of young adulthood where individuals lose, meet and rebrand themselves for the first time. Being placed in a new environment that is filled with individuals of various backgrounds, a playground of opportunities and mini-communities that allow you the freedom to be anything and […]
Newcomers to FAMU face a learning curve
Starting college can come with many emotions and thoughts, especially if it’s your first year as a freshman or if you recently transferred. As a freshman, you begin your journey on campus and aim to make your mark or enjoy your next four years. As a transfer you’re jumping in […]
Zafir Furqan’s scents make sense
Convenience is key when it comes to shopping for your personal scent. Notorious companies such as Bath & Body Works, Victoria’s Secret and PINK at times don’t fit our budget as college students. In trying times, where can students turn to purchase perfumes or fragrances that don’t hurt their pockets? […]
University releases degree for student who posted controversial photo
On July 30, Florida A&M University student Terica Williams posted a graduation photo that put social media in an uproar. She appeared to be standing naked with snakes coming from her head in front of the rattle snake statue located in front of the CASS building on campus. This resulted […]
A banner year for new nail styles
This has been a huge year for nail technicians due to the creation of so many fads. Kawaii charms, Chrome Hearts and Crocodile print French tips are just a few of the trends that surfaced in the nail industry during 2022. Some trends, such as the ombre French tip, first […]
More college students turn to vaping
E-cigarettes —or “vaping” — have seen an alarming rise over the past five years on college campuses. The use of vapes is a severe public health issue and poses a massive threat to college students in Tallahassee. Although the health risks of vaping are very severe, that doesn’t stop many […]
COVID-19 is still with us
Not only do we have to worry about the flu, there are now five variant cases of COVID out right now: Omicron, Delta, Delta AY. 4.2, Beta and Alpha. Although scientists are still working to figure out the severity of each variant, all symptoms remain close to the same as […]
I wish I started my college career at FAMU
The biggest takeaway from my college experience as a transfer student is to be vocal and communicate with your peers. They may have information that you don’t have. Greetings, my name is Adrian Murray, better known as “Aj,” and I am a graduating senior at Florida A&M University majoring in […]