Author: Josiah George | Assistant Opinions Editor

Opinions

The home away from home for alumni

Homecoming is a highlight on Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University’s campus. FAMU has molded us into a “famuly” and brings us together every year. Alumni coming back in town to share their tips and experience with us is very important. Many alumni have worked in different fields such as business, […]

Opinions

From thugs to moguls

It’s fascinating how a genre of music can help transform drug dealers and gang members to international stars and businessmen. From its inception, hip-hop was a medium of self expression for young Black artists through rapping, dancing, and djing. It became an art form inspired by jazz, blues and other […]

Lifestyles

Ellis Ross launches natural hair-care line

From girlfriends to curl friends, Tracee Ellis Ross has hopped on the natural hair-care train.  The “Black-ish” star launched her hair care line Pattern Beauty in early September. Ross announced her new business venture on Instagram a few weeks ago by posting a nude photo of her along with the words, “Sometimes […]

Lifestyles News

FAMU set to provide free legal services

Florida A&M is getting ready to launch a new program called FAMU Student Legal Services. It will be dedicated to providing no-cost legal services to students. The main purpose of FAMU Student Legal Services is to provide free legal advice and enhance public awareness by providing legal publications and programs […]

Lifestyles

Places to eat near FAMU

Whether you’ve had one or two classes or been on campus all day, mealtime eat can be tricky. Here are some great places to eat on or near campus: Chick-fil-A While it’s still on campus, it can still be a refreshing break from the typical cafeteria food. The restaurant doesn’t […]

News

Is your ID real?

If you’ve recently caught a flight or visited your local Department of Motor Vehicles, you’re ahead of the game. Transportation Security Administration and DMV’s have begun posting warning flyers about the new change in State Identification cards now referred to as “Real ID’s” The change comes after what is called […]