Author: Sydney Aitcheson | Staff writer

Opinions

Student leaders push voter registration

At the “Reclaim Your Vote” event on Saturday, Student Government President Zachary Bell urged students residing in Tallahassee to register and cast their ballots. According to Bell, the decisions made by local politicians impact students’ rent and quality of life while living in Florida’s capital. For students in Tallahassee, voting […]

Lifestyles

New skate club open to one and all

Florida A&M University has a strong culture of campus involvement. There are numerous student clubs and organizations with something to suit the interests of all the students enrolled at FAMU. You can also start a club or an organization if you believe there should be one on campus that matches […]

News

One dead after crash on FAMU campus

Students at Florida A&M University believe that a man was killed this morning in what school officials are calling a “traffic incident” on the edge of FAMU’s campus. The Tallahassee Police Department confirmed the fatality, and added that the deceased was not a FAMU student. At 9:07 a.m. today, FAMU […]

Lifestyles

New skate park near campus a hit

A $2.8 million Blueprint project opened earlier this year, paying homage to Florida A&M University on FAMU Way. Skaters from different areas of Tallahassee have gathered to experience a new place to call home. Since the opening of the skate park, many people have utilized this space. Jamari Jones is […]

News

Some students denied free tickets for football game

Football season is one of the most anticipated times of the year at Florida A&M University. The football games are a time for students to show their Rattler pride. FAMU’s student section is usually packed from top to bottom, side to side. However, at the last home game against Albany […]

Lifestyles

Local shop caters to Greek life

Located in the Railroad Square Art District at 682 McDonnell Drive, sits the only store in Tallahassee servicing the Greek letter organizations of more than 50,000 students across FAMU and FSU. The locally owned retailer specializes in merchandise for fraternity and sorority apparel and paraphernalia as well as game-day essentials […]

News Sports

Three finalists for FAMU athletic director

The abrupt resignation of Florida A&M University Athletic Director Kortne Gosha in April is only one of many reasons why FAMU’s athletic department has been in the headlines this year. Michael Smith was named interim athletic director following Gosha’s departure. According to famuathletics.com, this is Smith’s third time in the […]

Lifestyles

Homecoming is approaching: Are you prepared?

The month is now September, meaning it is almost notably the greatest time of year here on the hill. Homecoming is right around the corner and students are gearing up to get their “drippiest” outfits ready for the most anticipated week of the fall semester. This time is also known […]

Lifestyles

Where’s the homecoming buzz?

Florida A&M University is known for having one of the best HBCU homecomings. Students and alumni travel from across the globe to enjoy a week full of exciting events. The weeks leading up to homecoming are a highly anticipated time filled with whispers of who will be on hand. In […]