Every first Friday of the month college students in Tallahassee get together for clean, spiritual fun. Fresh Friday is hosted by the community church Truth Gatherers Dream Center. Jermaine and Janetta Sims, collegiate pastors and hosts of the event, started Fresh Fridays as a way to engage with college students […]
Lifestyles
‘Power of Pink’ unites the community
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Florida A&M University has invited breast cancer survivors, caregivers and loved ones to enjoy a free lunch from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday in the Lawson Center’s 4th-floor meeting room. A special presentation will be shared about the importance of breast cancer screenings, […]
Hamilton, 27, is proud breast cancer survivor
This is a month with special meaning for Alexis Hamilton. While many make donations in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, for Hamilton it is personal. Hamilton, a 27-year-old mother and Florida A&M University journalism student, has been a breast cancer survivor since January 2018. At age 26, Hamilton went […]
An inside look at FAMU’s Royal Court adviser
The Royal Court is no doubt a highlight of the culture at Florida A&M, and for the past five years the man with the plan has been Andre Green. He has put together all the glitz and glamour of the most beloved court on campus. Green, 37, has been dedicated […]
Game design club debuts on campus
Since the launch of Mario Kart Tour a few weeks ago, it is not a rare sight to catch a Rattler playing the addictive racing game. Turns out, it is not difficult to create a similar racing video game. A new club on campus gives students an opportunity to use […]
Tallahassee Museum informs, entertains
If you’ve never been to the Tallahassee Museum, you should consider a visit. It is located near the airport on Museum Drive. The museum was designed to be an informational institute focused on nature and historical habitats. College students are allowed to tour the museum, which is open daily, for […]
Local foundation addresses sickle cell disease
The local Sickle Cell Foundation held its third annual conference Friday at the Four Points by Sheraton hotel. It is a two-day event that emphasizes critical and innovative ways through education and research to deliver care to the sickle cell population while also focusing on development of theoretical models. Velma […]
FAMU Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative launches a radio show
On October 4th Florida A&M University’s Medical Marijuana Education and Reseach Initiative launched MMERI Forum Radio. The radio program is an expansion of its successful community forums held in Tallahassee, Orlando, Pensacola, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. MMERI is a weekly program that airs for half an hour on Friday and […]
Past and present Rattlers connect through internship showcase
This Wednesday, the Florida A&M University Career and Professional Development Center hosted an internship showcase introducing different companies and recruiters to the students of FAMU. The department’s purpose was to give an insight of the importance of internships, the significance of connecting with fellow rattlers within the desired field, and […]
Residents speak out at RHA town hall meeting
Florida A&M University’s Housing Residence Hall Association hosted its first town hall meeting on Wednesday in FAMU Village. RHA focuses on improving the experiences of campus residents by advocating for them and providing opportunities for leadership development. The purpose of the RHA town hall was to give residents a space […]