Author: Javonni Hampton

Lifestyles

A Thine Line Between Love and Hate

The Lovely ladies of the Theta Nu Chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota international music Fraternity and The Brothers of the Omicron Gamma Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America Inc. spreads love throughout Tallahassee, Fla. Friday night.   The event was held at the Hi-Fi Café, on Adams […]

Sports

Lady Rattlers Dominate Albany State in Home Opener after falling to FSU

Courtesy FAMU Sports Info Florida A&M University’s women’s tennis team defeated Albany State University 7-0 in their season’s home opener Sunday after falling 1-4 to Florida State University Saturday. The Lady Rattlers swept the Lady Golden Rams in both singles and doubles' matches in FAMU’s first victory of the season. […]

Sports

FINALLY!

Jermain Ruttley battling through N.C. A&T's defense – Courtesy FAMU Sports Info. Florida A&M University’s men’s basketball team picked up its first win of the season taking down North Carolina A&T University 57-50 at the Al Lawson Center. FAMU  (1-23, 1-10 MEAC) was streaking in the wrong direction, as they […]

Opinions

Change is inevitable

Over the years, Florida A&M University has prepared thousands of students for jobs, careers and opportunities throughout the world. A degree from FAMU holds significant value in the global marketplace, and it should continue to do so. The rapid growth and development of technological advances is changing the world in […]

Opinions

A pet can teach a college student responsibility

College can be stressful and leaves many people feeling homesick. Getting a pet is a huge responsibility, but provides a companionship comparable to family.  Having a pet in college can help curb depression and add to your college experience. For some students who are used to having animals, the choice […]

Sports

Lady Rattlers drop one at home Against the Aggies

Dawn King at the line – FAMU Sports Info. The Florida A&M University Lady Rattlers failed to turn around their losing streak after Saturday’s loss to North Carolina A&T 67-46. Even though the Lady Aggies (14-10, 7-4 MEAC) lead most of the game, the Lady Rattlers (7-16, 4-7 MEAC) […]

Sports

Men’s Tennis team served by College of Charleston

Courtesy FAMU Sports Info Returns of serves were the downfall of the Men’s tennis team  at Florida A&M University this past Saturday when they faced the College of Charleston Cougars. The matches took place at the Florida A&M University Tennis Court. The Rattlers faced the College of Charleston Cougars. The […]

News

Community Remembers Ansley Rayborn

Ashlyn Rayborn stood up in front of hundreds of people to share her thoughts of her late sister, Ansley Rayborn that died in a car accident last week. She shared childhood memories of playing with Ansley and looking up to her as if she was the older sister. “Ansley was […]

News

Black Television News Channel updates FAMU community

The School of Journalism & Graphic Communication updated Florida A&M University on the progress of the The Black Television News Channel Feb. 10. Ann Kimbrough, the dean of SJGC, began the community conversation with a brief acknowledgement to respective parties. “Our students, especially in SJGC, are going to have some […]

Lifestyles

FAMU alumna tops No.1 on Billboard

Terri Bjerre, a Florida A&M alumna, rose to No. 1 on Billboard the week of Feb. 7, with her single "Blind Heart" in the electronic dance genre. Terri Bjerre, also known by her stage name Terri B!, earned a degree in business economics at FAMU in 1989. She is also […]