“For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them,” reads Matthew 18:20. And what better way to close out Homecoming week than coming together to thank the Lord for allowing us to make it through. This year’s gospel concert turned […]
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Rattlers defeat North Carolina Central to clinch homecoming win
With Saturday’s game serving as another nail-biter for Florida A&M University, the Rattlers were able to add another story-book ending to their season, as they defeated North Carolina Central University with a late go-ahead touchdown to help seal a 28-21 victory. While the Rattlers seem to be no strangers this […]
Homecoming grads are back 2019
Grads are back kicked off Thursday with a bang as students started to fill the Lee Hall auditorium. The colloquium consisted of a Q&A panel with Dean Michelle Ferrier and Global Innovation Marketing Director for Pepsi, Stefan K. James. They sat feet across from each other in the middle of […]
FAMU alumnus G. Scott Uzell speaks at 2019 homecoming convocation
Packed with anticipation and school spirit, Al Lawson housed the revival of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University’s homecoming spirit. In attendance were notable Rattler alumnus such as Tiffany Greene and City commissioner Dianne Williams-Cox. The event began with a musical performance of “I’m from FAMU” by The Marching 100 followed […]
Founder’s Day wreath laying ceremony
On Thursday, Florida A&M University celebrated its 132nd anniversary with a wreath laying ceremony. This ceremony is an annual event that celebrates FAMU’s founders and humble beginnings. Vernon Bryant, the university’s Coordinator of Public Functions, claims the event is a continuation of FAMU traditions and gets the students involved in […]
N.I.A.R.A. makes a full circle and gives back to FAMU
Ten years ago, a group of sisters left their mark on the campus of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. As a part of their homecoming celebration, they partnered with FAMU’s Meek-Eaton Black Archives to showcase their “Beauty of Sisterhood Exhibition” by presenting a historical Homecoming exhibit. The Opening Presentation Ceremony […]
FAMU VS NCCU Football Preview
In Saturday’s homecoming game between Florida A&M University and North Carolina Central University, the Rattlers will look to deliver a win over the Eagles and extend their overall series lead to 7-4-1. Currently, FAMU is coming off a three-game winning streak with their last win coming against Norfolk State in […]
How football players stay focused during Homecoming
Homecoming is here and along with numerous festivities comes added pressure for the football team to perform on Saturday and cap the week off with a win. FAMU is 1-0 in conference play and is riding off a momentous victory on Sept. 21 in the Rattlers’ epic rivalry with Southern […]
Rattlers prepare for Homecoming game against Eagles
After outlasting Norfolk State 30-28, the Florida A&M Rattlers will celebrate their homecoming with a game against conference opponents North Carolina Central University to extend FAMU to their best season start since 2009. The Florida A&M Rattlers (3-1) will look to continue their three-game winning streak against the Eagles (2-3). […]
Florida lawmaker fights to allow campus carry
A Florida lawmaker has filed a bill to allow concealed-carry permit holders to carry guns on Florida college and university campuses. The bill was reintroduced by State Representative, Anthony Sabatini, after previous unsuccessful attempts to gain support from the House of Representatives. “Today I filed HB 6001, a Bill which […]