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These seniors say campus life has changed

After last year’s unexpected separation between students, faculty and staff due to COVID-19, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University last week resumed in-person interaction. Christelle Haygood, Rodneisha Lewis and Joshana Bien-Aime are three seniors at FAMU who said campus life has changed since the pandemic. Haygood, the 115th Miss FAMU, […]

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FAMU gave Yirmyah the skills to shine

Sheniah Yirmyah tackled the challenges of life after college and secured her career post-graduation. Upon graduating from Florida A&M University earlier this year, Yirmyah accepted a position at Faro Technologies in the company’s internal auditing department. Concurrently, Yirmyah also returned to her hometown in Orlando to pursue her master’s degree […]

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The music is Banks’ story

As the music industry evolves, the demand for new music and a new sound is at an all-time high. TJ Banks777 plans to supply the world with just that. “I know God gave me this talent for a reason, and I’m willing to share this gift for as long as […]

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Student organizations carry on

Many students at Florida A&M did not understand the severity of the pandemic until they were told not to come back to school in April 2020. FAMU students who lived off campus were instructed to pack up and head home, while those in residence halls were instructed to practice social […]

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Morrell living his dream

Everyone at some point in their life had dreams of what they wanted to be when they grew up. For a lot of people, those dreams end when the reality of the world sets in. However, 22-year-old FAMU student Cameron Morrell is dead set on turning his dreams into a […]

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Sugar Rush scoops up a following

A new dessert restaurant — Sugar Rush — has become the talk of the town. Sugar Rush likes to keep things chilled, colorful and fun. Its confections are unique in their design and taste. A thick, velvety serving of your favorite ice cream flavors, combined with a giant, edible and […]

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Some students don’t feel safe amid COVID

Florida A&M University students returned to campus last Monday after a full year of distant learning. Last year, COVID-19 impacted thousands of universities worldwide, including FAMU. This created a major shift around the globe. The new “norm” for students was isolation from others, finding a new way to learn and […]