Author: Jared Melhado | Staff writer

Lifestyles

Winter weather can cause depression

Are Tallahassee’s cool winds and cold breezes putting “clouds” over the heads of students? Weather can impact mental health, and Tallahassee has been experiencing a spate of bitter, cold days. Last week, the Tallahassee area had a low of 24 degrees on Wednesday, Jan. 17. “The winter season is known […]

Lifestyles

Study abroad veterans urge others to give it a try

Studying abroad can be a rewarding experience for students as they connect with other cultures and countries while furthering their scope of education. At Florida A&M University, students have the opportunity to learn more about how to access these excursions at the upcoming Study Abroad Fair. Students such as Braxton […]

News

JetBlue now an option at TLH

JetBlue landed in Tallahassee on Jan 4. The airline will offer direct flights to Fort Lauderdale from Tallahassee. Additionally, it will open up over 40 additional locations from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, according to JetBlue’s release earlier this month. The first inaugural flight was packed with various passengers, including college […]

Lifestyles

Pickleball taking off in Tallahassee

Pickleball has quickly become a popular sport in Tallahassee and is now named the fastest-growing sport in the United States for three years in a row, according to Brandon Mackie, the co-founder of pickleheads. There are more than 36.5 million pickleball players in the United States and more than 10,320 […]

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FAMU expected to get major upgrades

Over the past several years, Florida A&M University has made several new construction changes across campus, including demolishing former residence halls Paddyfoote and Gibbs Hall. Last year, the public HBCU opened a new parking lot for students on Wahnish Way adjacent to the Althea Gibson Tennis Complex. They also expanded […]

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Student Senate tackles key issues

The 53rd Student Senate met on Monday, January 22nd, at 6 p.m. addressing pressing matters and showcasing the active engagement of student leaders in shaping campus policies. One of the notable highlights of the meeting involved Aja Waseem, a student who shared her experience of harassment by administration while promoting […]

Lifestyles

Are real friendships a thing of the past?

The new millennium has brought many changes, such as the way we commute, communicate and even how we handle our friendships. Social media has changed the way we stay connected in this technologically-based world. Some may say that mechanical way of operating can carry on within our friendships. The pandemic, […]

Sports

Tennis team ready for another championship season

A lot can change in a year, especially for a collegiate HBCU tennis program. The 2022 off-season saw the departure of several seniors and graduate students following FAMU’s first taste of the SWAC competition. Roster turnover for any program can substantially affect the outcome of the next season, and head […]

Lifestyles

Tornes finds a home at SJGC

John Tornes came to FAMU’s School of Journalism & Graphic Communication last year with a long history of making a difference in the lives of countless students. Tornes was part of a military family, and having to move was a big part of his early years. “My father got assigned […]

Lifestyles

Everyone is welcome at The Plant

In the heart of Railroad Square, there’s a place created for artistic expression called The Plant. Per its mission statement, The Plant’s goal is to “encourage community members to self-direct their creative dreams and ideas in a space of facilitation.” The Plant is a place that embraces diversity and welcomes […]