Author: Kasi Antoine | Staff writer

News

Crarey leaves FAMU for Grambling

FAMU’s men’s basketball team, which has already lost about 75% of its production from last year’s team, is also losing its head coach. FAMU hired Patrick Crarey to be the Rattlers’ 15th men’s basketball coach; shortly thereafter, Crarey was disrespected by the Board of Trustees when they offered him a […]

Lifestyles

Seniors plan next steps

As graduation day approaches at Florida A&M University, seniors are getting ready to take on the next chapter in their lives. Students are going in many different directions, from starting new jobs and going to grad school to taking gap years and traveling.  Some students already have full-time jobs in […]

Opinions

FAMU students find balance during finals

As finals week begins, Florida A&M University students are locking in and finding ways to stay balanced while preparing for their exams at the end of the semester.  Study spaces across campus, especially Coleman Library, are filled with students reviewing notes, rewatching lectures, and completing last-minute assignments. Many students are […]

Lifestyles

What happened to Set Friday?

Set Friday at FAMU used to be the one day students would clear their schedules, throw on their best fits, and vibe in the middle of campus with food, music, and culture.  But lately? The excitement just hasn’t been the same—and everybody’s talking about it. So, what happened?  Ryanne Daniels, […]

News

Out-numbered Democrats pushing for Medicaid expansion

Democratic lawmakers are again pushing to expand Medicaid in Florida, filing legislation extending healthcare coverage to nearly 800,000 low-income residents currently left uninsured. The proposal, House Bill 1507, and its Senate counterpart come as Florida remains one of just 10 states that have not expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care […]

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Lawmakers wrestle with affordable housing

Amid growing concerns over Florida’s affordable housing crisis, lawmakers have gathered to discuss House Bill 1471, a measure to provide solutions for the state’s housing challenges.  With housing costs rising and many families struggling to find affordable homes, this bill has sparked a renewed conversation about how the state can […]

Lifestyles

Bagel & Co. a breakfast magnet

In the heart of College Town, hidden between campus excitement and weekend hustle, is Bagel & Co. This breakfast shelter has quickly become a routine for students from both universities. Come early in the morning —especially on weekends —and you’ll see tables filled, full of sleep-deprived yet determined college kids, […]