Every student knows that living on campus has its pros and cons. Small rooms, roommates from hell, having to pay for laundry … these are just some of the things students have come to dislike about living in dorms. With the opening of a new dining hall, residents were excited […]
Author: Eryn Thompson | Staff writer
Black News Channel adds streaming service
The Black News Channel, a Tallahassee-based national television network, has launched a new streaming service, BNC GO. It is designed to attract and inform the millennial and Gen-Z audiences in the Black and Brown communities. The network describes BNC GO as fast-paced, informative and entertaining. BNC GO offers media coverage […]
DeSantis dumps FSA, proposes new assessment for students
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Tuesday a legislative proposal that would bring the Florida Standards Assessments to an end and create a new program that would track student progress and help them develop individually. The FSA was a standardized test in reading, writing and math, designed to measure students’ […]
Firearms retailer expands to Tallahassee
Big Daddy Guns held a grand opening Saturday for its first store in the Tallahassee area. It is located in upscale Northeast Tallahassee in the Bannerman Crossings complex, next door to Market Square Liquors. The store saw an influx in customers on its grand opening who came in to browse […]
FAMU YouTubers a valuable recruiting tool
Have you ever been on campus and noticed a familiar face? You’ve probably seen them on YouTube. Student content creators document their experience here on the Hill, from vlogs that showcase their life on the Hill to move-in day videos. Not only does this act as a guide for incoming […]
FAMU falls to USF, slips to 1-2
TAMPA —FAMU returned to Raymond James Stadium for the fourth time since the Rattlers’ first matchup with University of South Florida in 2005. Saturday’s result was the same as in the first three games — a loss — but the 31-17 outcome was FAMU’s closest game yet with USF. After […]
Bragg’s renovations aren’t as obvious as expected
Bragg Memorial Stadium’s first phase of renovations was completed just in time for Florida A&M University to defeat Fort Valley State in the first home game of the season. Loyal Rattler football fans anticipated the $10 million dollar renovations to make some noticeable changes to their home stadium. However, not […]
We need to address traffic and parking on game days
Many students can agree that the atmosphere in Bragg Memorial Stadium was truly missed. After nearly a two-year hiatus, having that feeling is no longer a thought from the past. Tallahassee college football is back. After college football made its highly anticipated return, many visitors and die-hard fans came out […]
New journalism dean meets faculty, students
Florida A&M’s School of Journalism & Graphic Communication hosted a meet and greet Friday with the school’s new dean, Mira Lowe. Maurice Eddington, the provost, announced on Aug. 25 that Lowe would be the new permanent dean, replacing interim dean Bettye Grable. Lowe had been an assistant dean at the […]
Yoga outdoors and in a sunken garden
Outdoor Yoga Tallahassee held a headphone yoga class Friday at the Goodwood Museum and Gardens. The session took place in the sunken garden, one of 16 sites on the historic property at 1600 Miccosukee Road. It takes place every Friday at 10 a.m. and lasts for about 90 minutes. All […]