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Lifestyles

Annie Taylor: From The Hill to the Big Apple

Anquinette "Annie" Taylor is now living and working in New York City. Photo Courtesy of Annie Taylor Former Miss Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University Anquinette “Annie” Taylor, is no stranger to leading the pack. Taylor made her mark at FAMU as a “go-getter.” Her outgoing personality allowed her to make […]

Lifestyles

Brisbane refuses to be a statistic

Terrance Brisbane, Jr.,  has created the brand TUSS. Photo Submitted by Kha'Mari Mitchell For Terrance Brisbane, Jr., growing up in Jacksonville was no breeze. Being an African-American male in today’s society is not easy; growing up around violence and chaos is normal for most black males. But Brisbane is not […]

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Dumpster diving: It will reduce your carbon footprint

Brian Damage setting up for PowerPoint presentation on dumpster diving. Photo Submiited by Mickaela Sherman One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. This holds true for Tallahassee resident Brian Damage, who takes an unconventional approach when it comes to restocking his pantry. With his carbon footprint in mind, Damage rummages […]

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Moku Poké offers healthy alternative

Moku Poke serves a popular Hawaiian dish that's healthy on-the-go. Photo Submitted by Bleu Bell.  At first glance, diced raw fish might not seem like the ideal lunch, but the flavor-packed authentic Hawaiian dish is gaining popularity among college students seeking their next food adventure. Self acclaimed “best poké bowl […]

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FAMU professor: Artificial intelligence brings high risks

President Trump signed an executive order regarding artificial intelligence last month. Photo Courtesy of Google Images. President Donald Trump issued an executive order last month to advance American leadership in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). Artificial intelligence allows quick advancements for everyday technology, the economy, U.S. military, health and […]

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1887 Ways to Care debuts

Members of Omega Psi Phi and Zeta Phi Beta assist with cleaning sitting plot next to The Set. Sydne Vigille | The Famuan 1887 Ways to Care, hosted by Stephanie Colter, kicked off at 8:45 a.m. Saturday. Students warmed up at the Campus Rec for a kick off rally before […]

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FUBU making comeback at Century 21

Photo Courtesy of Google Images. FUBU, the streetwear label that conquered hip-hop fashion in the ’90s, has relaunched through a capsule collection with retailer Century 21. FUBU, which stands for “For Us, By Us,” was founded in 1992 by Shark Tank judge Daymond John, who brought on his friends J. […]

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FAMU alumna prepared college students for the future

Florida A&M University professor Zakiya Muwwakkil Akerele founded an awareness campaign called Degrees of Separation which focuses on the unemployment and underemployment of black college students post-graduation.   Photo Courtesy of Degrees of Separation There are a multitude of reasons why students have trouble finding employment after graduation. The reasons […]