FAMU's official Be Out Day flyer. Photo Courtesy of FAMU Info. Be Out Day is a concert and festival that Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University hosted annually. For the past few years, there has been a Be Out Day in Atlanta, but not in Tallahassee. Alexia Bell, chair of Be […]
Author: Kayla Lawson I Staff Reporter
BOG hears about FAMU’s role in cancer research
Florida Board of Governors committee members view presentations of the speakers Wednesday afternoon. Photo Submitted by Oldens Lafortune The Florida Board of Governors meets regularly at various universities, discussing many topics ranging from innovation research, to mental health. This week, the meeting was held at Florida A&M University’s Grand Ballroom. […]
Miller elected Student Senate president
Christopher Miller (left) and Corrie Watt (right), the FAMU Student Senate's next President and President Pro-Tempore Photos Courtesy of Cristopher Miller and Corrie Watt The Student Senate at Florida A&M University on Monday elected its next president and president pro-tempore: Christopher Miller and Corrie Watt. Senator Miller had a clean […]
Bill would ban minors’ gun pictures on social media
Photo Courtesy of Google Images. Three years ago, Florida state Sen. Jason Pizzo stated in a Facebook live video that “If you post it on social media, that’s probable cause for us to come get the guns out of your house.” Pizzo, a Democrat, said in the video: “That’s […]
Will Florida be the next state to legalize marijuana?
Photo Courtesy of thedailymail.com As advancements are made around the clock in the medical marijuana field, it’s safe to say that the once negative view of drug is slowly changing and turning into a positive. In some states you can go into a dispensary and purchase marijuana that’s pre-sealed. If […]
Children’s book opens door to talking about pot
Photo Courtesy of Goodreads.com As advancements are made almost daily in medical marijuana, the age-old myth of pot being a terrible drug is being picked apart as medical specialists find more information about the plant. Society is beginning to look at marijuana differently as laws are being slowly put into place […]
Students discuss pressure of ‘perfect vacation’
At a scroll of our fingertips we can see what all our peers and everyone is going to be up to this upcoming Spring break. Some students have trips planned to different states, countries, or may have some “cool” activities planned. Photo Courtesy of Tourist Meets Traveler At a scroll […]
Warriors Against Rape hosts consent event to get students ready for Spring Break
The Resident Assistants at The Village and Florida A&M University’s new organization Warriors Against Rape put together a workshop called “Consent 101”. The organization felt there could not have been a better time to inform students about the dangers of intoxication and preparing them with the tools of knowledge needed to […]
Recreation Center provides fitness and fun for students
The Hansel E. Tookes Student Recreational Center provides physical activities for Florida A&M University students who want to stay active during their time on campus. Photo Submitted by Loren Lyons. The Hansel E. Tookes Student Recreation Center provides physical activities for Florida A&M University students who want to stay active during their time […]
Local office complex treats staff to hot air balloon rides
Guests had the opportunity to complimentary ride the balloons. Photo Submitted by Jina Gilliam Employees at the Summit East Technology Park were treated to an exclusive hot air balloon festival last weekend. The four-and-a-half-hour event gave guests the opportunity to ride balloons, enjoy dancing, face painting, and vendors while indulging […]