She is intelligent, strong and a risk-taker. Kaylin Rhone, an alumna and former athlete at Florida A&M University, earned her bachelor’s degree in the School of Allied Health Sciences in April. Rhone realized her desire and aspiration to care, assist and nurture others at a young age. “I would always […]
Author: Brandice Boatwright | Staff writer
Adele back on top with ’30′
The musical comet, formally known as Adele, finally returned after six years. On Nov. 19, the “Hello” singer released her fourth studio LP, “30.” According to Adele, the album has been in the works for the past three years and the singer referred to it as her most personal album […]
Soul food is a family affair for Gilliam sisters
Gilliam Sisters Soul Food restaurant on West Tharpe Street has quickly become a staple in the local food scene. Growing up, Yashica Gilliam and her sister Sheree Gilliam were always in the kitchen with their mother and grandmothers, who were amazing cooks who taught them everything they knew. Gilliam Sisters […]
Peace Corps Prep starts next semester
The Provost’s Office at Florida A&M recently announced a new collaboration with the Peace Corps available to FAMU students. FAMU and the Peace Corps have collaborated in the past and the university is one of 11 institutions in this new partnership. The program will provide FAMU students with the necessary […]
Program makes it easy for FAMU students to go on to grad school
Florida A&M University’s Graduate Feeder Scholars program has been a direct pipeline for the school’s high-achieving students since 1987, according to the university’s website. The program is open to any major to attend nationally renowned universities to pursue a graduate degree at no cost. The program was founded by then- […]
Unvaccinated and unable to go home
Looking to get away from the cold weather and head to the tropics? Feeling homesick and ready to visit your family in the beautiful islands? Caribbean islands have reopened to international tourism, but many islands have adopted different restrictions and requirements for vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers, and protocols can change […]
FAMU’s ‘Golden Ages’: Then vs. now
During the presidency of the late Frederick S. Humphries, Florida A&M was transformed in many ways. Former students and faculty often refer to this time from 1985 to 2001as “FAMUs Golden Age.” Humphries graduated from FAMU in 1957 with a degree in chemistry. Before becoming FAMU’s president he was the […]
Jordan Middleton making strides
Jordan Middleton is a graduating senior at Florida A&M University majoring in health science. She will be graduating in the spring. She is from a small town in Kansas, which was first known as the Buffalo Capital of the World, but is now known as Dodge City. While Middleton would […]
Music department’s resources are available to all students
Florida A&M University is a school filled with talent, especially musical talent. And it’s fair to say that FAMU’s incomparable “The Marching 100” and the Concert Choir can back that up. But a question arises: What is the university doing to help other students with their musical careers? FAMU’s Department […]
How to find community service opportunities
There have been conversations circulating among FAMU students on community service opportunities. Some students have been complaining about how difficult it is to find these opportunities, while others believe that students just don’t look hard enough. Students have either been eager or frustrated with finding these opportunities to help with […]