Author: Pam Rentz | Managing Editor

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FAMU four-year graduation rate declines

Many refer to their college years as the best four years of their life. However, four years can turn into more if a university’s inner workings are not equipped for maneuvering its students in and out within eight semesters. FAMU is one of 12 institutions in Florida’s public university system. […]

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Gas prices in Florida may go back up

Gas prices have been in a fluctuating state since the beginning of this year, and while they have now returned to their almost normal prices, they could be facing another increase. The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Companies, better known  as OPEC, decided on Sep.5 that they, as well as allied […]

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Tallahassee takes pride in its water

The quality of drinking water has yet again become a hot topic with the water crisis happening in Jackson, Mississippi. With infrastructure and lack thereof being a point of many conversations, it is important to be aware of your city’s water quality. Many individuals attempt to improve the quality of […]

Lifestyles

Center helps students find jobs

Many students are employed at the same time they are enrolled in school, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Some students participate in their school’s work-study opportunities so that they can have a more efficient school and work life balance. Florida A&M University, has a Career and Professional […]

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Will more students vote on Nov. 8?

It is almost that time of the year where voters all around the country cast ballots in the general election. According to the Florida Department of State, voter turnout for the 2020 general election was approximately 77%. This included a 6% rise in college students filling in their ballots. This […]

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FAMU receives a $200,000 check from Chevron

On Tuesday, Sept. 12, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University received a $200,000 check from Chevron. University officials and Chevron representatives stood outside the president’s mansion to broadcast this exchange.  Frederick Walker, director of Chevron at the El Segundo facility, was pleased to be a part of this presentation.  “We’re proud […]

Opinions

Is the iPhone 14 worth the buy?

Apple has finally announced their anticipated iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, and 14 Pro Max. It comes with a few differences than its older models, such as crash detection, a 48-megapixel wide camera, updated battery life (an hour longer than the iPhone 13), and emergency SOS via satellite connectivity. […]

Sports

Fisk University gymnastics team makes history

Dominique Dawes, Gabrielle Douglas and Simone Biles are to name a few that have been recognized for their achievements as Olympic Gold Medalists, paving the way for a new generation of “Girls On Fire.” Fisk University has announced its Intercollegiate Women’s Gymnastics team, making history as the first HBCU to […]

Lifestyles

Local trainer caters to college students

When students enter college, oftentimes the last thing on their mind is adopting a healthy lifestyle. But there may be a remedy close by — a person who has taken it upon himself to instill a healthy lifestyle in Tallahassee’s college students. A native of nearby Bainbridge, Ga., Terry Lewis […]

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FAMU is going ‘beyond great heights’ with TedX

For the first time, in January 2023, Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) scholars, staff and alumni will have the opportunity to take the big stage as speakers on a world-renowned platform. Devoted to the ideology of “ideas worth spreading,” TED, is an annual event that brings together the world’s leading thinkers […]