There’s some good news for all movie-goers who have been deprived of the viewing experience due to the pandemic. AMC Theaters announced that they are renting out their theaters for private group screenings starting at $99, and it is already a huge hit. Across the country, many movie theaters temporarily […]
Lifestyles
Reid’s hard work is rewarded
Larry Reid III is proof positive that you can land a job that you love. Reid, a Florida A&M University alumnus, had a long road to get to his dream job of being a project manager for the local cannabis company Trulieve. At first, the Pensacola native gained an internship […]
Family fun at Aunt Louise’s Farm
WAUKEENA — What started off as an idea and a humorous family joke has evolved into a tourist site. Aunt Louise’s Farm is continuing to gain exposure along with the hearts of many across the Big Bend. The farm is open twice a year to the public. During the fall […]
Five activities to do before the end of fall
The pandemic definitely put a halt to many activities this year. Modifications to everyday activities have been made, and people are learning to be creative in hopes of finding gaiety in such dark times. We are officially in fall, with the holiday season just around the corner. Although the pandemic […]
Demolition Diva recreates change she wants to see
A boss envisions what needs to be done and proceeds to take action to create change without validation. Tiarra Taylor, MBA, a 39-year old FAMU alumna from Washington, DC, fits that description. Taylor has been an educator for 17 years, a Real Estate investor for two and a half years […]
They call it puppy love
“Pandemic puppies” have become a huge phenomenon due to people wanting safe companionship during a time of social isolation. As pets are known to help ease feelings of anxiety, loneliness and depression, these furry companions are helping many replace the normal social interactions with friends and family. “Animal shelters across […]
Autumn Love fights for visibility as a non-binary student
Autumn Love, a junior digital media production student at Florida State University, is all-too-familiar with the narratives of a non-binary individual. Love is referred to using they/them pronouns. “For me, being non-binary essentially is identifying freely and not conforming to the normal conventions of the regular binary. I don’t want […]
When’s the right time to start playing holiday music?
The month of November has arrived; and for some people that means it is time to get in the Christmas spirit. While certain individuals prefer to ease into the holiday — and get through Thanksgiving first — others waste no time in dusting off their favorite Christmas records. Famous musicians […]
Students voice concerns about switch to in-person classes
With spring semester just around the corner, students at Florida A&M and Florida State universities have to start getting ready for some in-person classes. Many students have said they are a little uneasy about not having a spring break, which will also make the spring term unlike any previous spring semester. […]
Dealing with stressful family conversations during the holidays
As the holiday season approaches, some students are preparing to go home and spend extended amounts of time with their families. Unfortunately for some, this means a lot of difficult conversations that can cause stress. There are, however, ways to handle these conversations. Alexandria Robinson, a graduate architecture student at […]