Author: Aolani Brown | Staff writer

Lifestyles

Freshmen soaking up FAMUly experience

Almost two months ago Florida A&M University officially re-opened. The university welcomed back any students who wished to return to campus, including freshmen. While COVID-19 continues to ravage the globe, the majority of freshmen at FAMU didn’t let it stop them from going to college. They came to FAMU looking […]

Opinions

Sister, Sister gives a feeling of representation

90s television show Sister, Sister hit Netflix Sept. 1. The show starring identical twin sisters, Tia and Tamera Mowry as Tia Landry and Tamera Campbell, displayed their life after accidentally meeting each other and taking us along on their teenage adventures. Over 20 years later, it’s proven that the show still has […]

News

Student Senate fills more positions

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University’s Student Senate confirmed new members during its ninth session meeting of the fall 2020 term. The titles that were filled on Monday evening were Secretary of Student Welfare, Deputy Comptroller, Surgeon General, Secretary of Economic Development, Deputy Director of Student Lobbying, Deputy Secretary of Economic […]

News

Harris urges Jacksonville to vote early

JACKSONVILLE — Senator Kamala Harris of California, the Democratic vice-presidential candidate, visited the University of North Florida Monday to kick-off the first day of early voting.  After a brief halt in her day of campaigning in Orlando and Jacksonville due to two people associated with the campaign testing positive for […]

News

Child-care centers ride out the pandemic

Finding a safe daycare is essential for parents. A local child care facility, Bright Stars Learning Center, has successfully conquered the challenges presented by the pandemic. “My husband always told me it was a dream of his for us to own a childcare center. That vision led me to take […]

News

Lines form as early voting begins

There has already been a record number of mail-in ballots cast in Florida  as the heated election enters its final two weeks. Now Florida voters have the chance to vote at the polls in the early voting period that started Monday. Voters have the option to cast their ballots early […]

Opinions

Don’t let your parents decide your vote

Being in your late teens and early twenties can be a thrilling time of your life. Embarking on your collegiate experience, moving out for the first time or gaining a new sense of independence are exciting life changes that many people are navigating at this age. Exercising your civic duty […]

Sports

FAMU track and field ready for action

The Florida A&M men’s and women’s track and field seasons will look a lot different this year, as practices have resumed. Based on the university, coaches and the athletic department have plans to provide a safe environment for runners. The NCAA has some rules in place, which requires athletes to […]