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Student Senate conducts lengthy meeting

The 53rd Student Senate kicked off their eighth spring session following spring break, and senators were thrusted right back into the action as the meeting lasted for over seven hours.   Before the break, sitting senate president Loryn May, appointed freshman senator Jonathan McClover to be the presiding chair in her […]

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SGA in turmoil as investigation looms

In the midst of lingering campaign drama, another scenario has made its way to the campus of Florida A&M University. Student Government Association President-elect Loryn May and her vice president-elect, Dakarai “DK” Williams, have had an impeachment motion filed against them. According to the documents in the Student Senate’s internal […]

Lifestyles

Navigating FAMU’s legacy

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) stands as an icon of academic excellence, cultural significance, and historical legacy. It’s hallowed halls have been graced by the presence of legendary alumni, whose achievements continue to cast a long shadow over the institution. For current students, living up to the expectations […]

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Voter apathy an issue at FAMU, FSU

As time gets closer and closer to the upcoming 2024 presidential election, voting among college students is a hot topic. The engagement of young voters is crucial for the integrity of the democratic process. However, despite the great impact voting has on lives, voter apathy among college students remains a […]

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Bill addressing mental health passes

The Florida Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 330 — Behavioral Health Teaching Hospitals — by a 40-0 vote on Feb. 28. Advocated as a transformative initiative, the bill aims to establish hospitals that cater to behavioral health services across the state, ushering in a new era of comprehensive care for […]

Sports

Men bow to Southern, 58-44

In their last battle on the road, the Florida A&M University (FAMU) men’s basketball (6-22, 4-13) faced off against the Southern Jaguars (17-12, 11-5), but despite a commendable defensive performance, they fell short with a final score of 58-44. Despite the loss, there were several positive takeaways for Florida A&M, […]

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Lawmakers try to limit AI-generated political ads

Many Florida lawmakers are optimistic about the potential impact of House Bill 919, also referred to as the Artificial Intelligence Use in Political Advertising legislation. The proposed bill aims to require political advertisements to include a disclaimer if the advertisements show people performing actions that real people would not perform. […]