FAMU student Ashley Joseph was in a relationship marred by domestic violence. Photo courtesy by Ashley Joseph Ashley Joseph is not the only college student who has been in a relationship marred by domestic violence. She was intimidated and hesitant to leave her fiancé because of emotional, physical and physiological […]
Author: Marie Rattigan | Staff Reporter
FAMU invites Mayor of Atlanta to speak at Homecoming Convocation
Mayor of Atlanta, Keisha Lance Bottoms Sydne Vigille | The FAMUAN Alumni, organizations, donors, athletes, and current students filled the seats of Al Lawson gymnasium as they waited for this year’s homecoming weekend to begin with Homecoming Convocation. Opening the event, the Marching 100 played their popular song “War […]
Rattlers volleyball team secures win over Bulldogs
Senior Volleyball player Valentina Carrasco prepares her serve. Photo By: FAMU Athletics The Florida A&M Lady Rattlers volleyball team effortlessly snagged the win Monday with a 3-0 (25-13, 25-9, 25-19) victory over the South Carolina State Bulldogs. This marks the fourth win of the season for the team and the Lady Rattlers […]
Mister and Miss FAMU DRS crowned at the 65th coronation ceremony
FAMU DRS kicks off homecoming season with the 65th Coronation Ceremony in Lee Hall Auditorium Photo Credit: MaKayla Proctor Florida A&M University Developmental Research School kicked off its homecoming festivities at the 65th Coronation Ceremony on Oct. 20, Jefferson Walker and Kennede Sapp were crowned as the 13th Mister and […]
FAMU alum starts foundation to battle social media addiction
Global Touch Foundation founder Jonathan Bertrand is using his voice to help end social media addiction. Photo credit: Jonathan Bertrand Alumnus of Florida A&M University, Jonathan Bertrand struggled with an addiction to social media for years. He couldn’t run from his addiction because it was everywhere, and so it began to […]
Tallahassee may adjust nightlife hours
Bullwinkle's is a popular bar on the West Tennessee Street strip. Photo by tallahassee.com Since 2016, Tallahassee city commissions have been looking to adjust the mandatory closing times for bars. The proposed ordinance seeks to adjust the operating hours of bars and nightclubs. As it stands now, establishments are mandated to […]
Sports column: Black athletes defy stereotypes
Lebron James' instagram post stating," I am more than an athlete." Photo credit: Lebron James After an emotional loss for Serena Williams during the U.S. Open final, a cartoon spread over social media that portrayed her as a masculine, monstrous character with oversized features. The disgusting image resembles images from […]
A local, safe haven for pregnant women
Pregnancy center for women and families on Gadsden street. Photo submitted by Christina Compere When you find out that you are pregnant, the first few things that come to mind are the options. It’s not just about the pro-life and pro-choice options for your future, but the options available to […]
Last to get power restored put storm in perspective
Tallahassee linemen continuing to restore powerlines. Photo courtesy of Tallahassee Democrat In the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, 97 percent of Tallahassee’s residents had power restored within five days of the Oct. 10 storm. With winds reaching up to 71 mph and strong rains raging through a city teeming with canopy […]
FAMU Homecoming Gospel Concert brings the praise
The Walls Group Photo submitted by Ciara Mims The Al Lawson Center was filled with praise, laughter and tears on Oct. 7 as students, alumni and local congregations gathered for Florida A&M University’s Annual Homecoming Gospel Concert. The show was hosted by Jacquell “The Apostle” Lawson, who is the host […]