Upon my arrival to campus in 2017 I bombarded my brain with college vlogs and endless episodes of “A Different World.” Expecting some kind of “woke” utopia, Coleman love and a strong sense of community, my FAMU experience failed to check all the boxes. Due to warped expectations, my HBCU […]
Author: Heaven Jones | Staff writer
Regal movie theaters close
No lights, cameras or action will be taking place at Regal Governor’s Square after the company shut down for a second time this year, effective Thursday. More than 350 theaters were affected by the company-wide closing. The theaters experienced a short-lived reopening in August after being order to close along […]
Students prepare for remote midterms
At the beginning of the semester many students were on the fence about virtual learning. Six weeks into the semester, many students have gotten acclimated to the virtual learning style and feel prepared for upcoming exams. Ju’cole Grace, a junior at Florida A&M, doesn’t notice any significant differences in learning […]
The pandemic saved me financially
Back in March, the pandemic began to sweep across our nation. We lost many lives over the summer, and continue to see hundreds die daily. Life as we know it changed and our normal became six feet apart and paper or cloth masks everywhere we go. No one could leave […]
Student creates all-natural skincare line
K’tura Jacques-Louis was in middle school when she discovered that she had severe eczema. Over the years she began to try different products, but she could never find the right solution to combat her skin needs. The FAMU doctor of pharmacy candidate has recently begun a new business endeavor called […]
Opinion: Sen. Kamala Harris won the VP debate
Senator Kamala Harris held her own against Vice President Mike Pence. With an appearance and body language that said a lot more than her words, Harris’ grace and empathy for American citizens showed that true leadership means more to her than anything. Wednesday night, at the only vice presidential debate […]
Mr. and Miss FAMU inspire with ‘Bigger’
Mister and Miss FAMU, Kimani Jackson and Erika Nicole, have used their melodic voices to spread a powerful message. They performed “Bigger” from Beyonce’s “Black is King” project, live at this year’s 2020 election and pageant. They chose the song “Bigger” because they wanted to relay a multi-dimensional message that […]
Canceling spring break won’t be effective
College spring break is seen as a rite of passage for students at universities all across America. Having begun in the 1960’s, it has since become a staple of fun and frolics. It’s no secret that college experiences are packed with vibrant parties and wild, nightly shenanigans however, no college […]
Nationally ranked Vivert ready for action
Florida A&M’s nationally ranked wrestling team began practicing this week under strict guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This means that Jaden Vilvert, a third-year sociology major at FAMU, is ready to get back on the mat. Vivert has been wrestling since the age of 14. […]
President Trump’s term at a glance
President Donald Trump may be one of the most controversial presidents’ in recent history. TV 20’s, Ariyon Dailey gives us a look back on what he’s done the last four years. For more visit SGJCMedia.com