As conversations around mental health grow in today’s society, many Black households remain reluctant to seek mental health care or even discuss the topic openly. According to the American Counseling Association, “African Americans face numerous challenges that affect their mental health, including high rates of unemployment, poverty, and incarceration; health […]
Author: Taliyah Marshall | Staff Writer
Gen Z’s quick guide to the 2024 election
Voting has proven to be very stressful for the average American, especially Gen Z. There has been constant turmoil leading up to and during election season. Showcasing consistent division among Americans despite the country’s suggestive name. Gallup-Walton Family Foundation survey found that Gen Z had little to no trust in […]
Hispanic voting trends and their potential impact
According to the NALEO Educational Fund, one in every five Floridian voters is Latino. With a 13.8% increase in Latino voters since 2020, this demographic of voters is predicted to bring a nearly 55% projected voter turnout to this year’s presidential election. Likewise, both Democrats and Republicans have been vying […]
FAMU gets big homecoming win
Florida A&M’s homecoming weekend saw the Rattlers put on a dazzling display against Texas Southern, with the Rattlers earning a decisive 52-28 victory in front of a packed Bragg Memorial Stadium. With an electric atmosphere, the Rattlers put together an impressive performance on both sides of the ball, showcasing their […]
African American votes matter
With the election just one day away and early voting closed, it is very important for everyone to vote and have their voice heard. This means everyone: African Americans, Hispanics, whites, males, females and so on. There is a lot at stake Tuesday. America could elect the first African American […]
FAMU hosts Texas Southern
After defeating the Jaguars of Southern University last week and extending their win streak at Bragg, the Florida A&M Rattlers have another huge win streak to defend as they take on Texas Southern University on Saturday. The last time FAMU lost a homecoming game was during the 2017-2018 […]
How do students feel about FAMU’s election season?
Election season is a pivotal moment for many college students at FAMU. This is an opportunity for students to share with their peers different platform points and ideas that they have to make changes to the university. Many students participate actively in the campaigns, and the week is filled […]
Tallahassee raises awareness for breast cancer
October is known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosis among women. Although it is uncommon, men are diagnosed with breast cancer as well. Breast cancer has physical symptoms like pain, fatigue, hair loss, swelling and more. This disease can also affect an […]
Mister & Miss FAMU crowned at 118th Coronation
Florida A&M University kicked off the 2024 Homecoming Week with the crowning of Kailyn Thompson and Omari Rasheed as Mister and Miss FAMU at the 118th coronation in the Lee Hall Auditorium on Sunday. The occasion embodied FAMU’s spirit, community and legacy as students, faculty, alumni, and families gathered […]
Student Senate swears in freshmen senators
The Florida A&M University 54th Student Senate met on Monday to welcome the newest freshman senators, hold a short training regarding Robert’s Rule of Order, and review the Internal Rules of Procedure (IROP). During the meeting, the senate also hosted 13 students who participated in ‘Shadow a Senator, ’ which […]