A portrait of Bernard and Shirley Kinsey is featured at the Meek – Eaton Black Archives where items from their vast historical African- American collection can be seen by the public. Photo Submitted by Diasha Henley. The Kinsey family has been extremely influential to Florida A&M University. FAMU alumnus Bernard […]
Lifestyles
Free HIV tests offered to bring awareness to national black hiv/aids awareness day
The Tallahassee Chapter of The Links, Inc., have partnered with The Florida Department of Health in Leon County to provide free HIV testing in recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Photo Submitted by the Tallahassee Chapter of the Links, Inc,. The Tallahassee Chapter of The Links, Incorporated has partnered […]
FAMU alum returns to host movie premiere of ‘Canal Street’
Co-excutive Kevin Mullens (pictured left) looks on as FAMU alum and music producer Amir Windom discusses the new film "Canal Street." Photo Submitted by Christian Whitaker. Renowned music producer and Florida A&M University Alumnus, Amir Windom returned on Tuesday, Jan. 22 to the School of Journalism and Graphic Communication to inspire the […]
Mr. & Miss ASA crowned
Victoria Alaka gives her opening statements at the Mr. and Miss ASA pageant. Photo Submitted by Simone Williams. The African Student Association at Florida A&M University crowned its new Mr and Miss ASA on Friday. P1 pharmacy major Bryant Mutanga and senior political science major Nailah Dugger are now leading their […]
Domi Station offers services and training to take entrepreneurs and business owners to the top
Domi Station is non-profit that offers a wide range of services that help local entrepreneurs expand their businesses. It is currently involved with over 20 startups. Photo Submitted by Shardae Ray. To grow from selling a couple cool customized socks to owning a business that generates over four million dollars […]
FAMU grad growing her business
Shawn Nelson started her business while she was a student at FAMU. Photo courtesy of Lipstickroyaltyimages. Shawn Nelson is a self-made woman. Nelson is the CEO and director of the Lipstickroyalty agency. She is responsible for the company’s vision, mission and overall direction. “I started this journey in college while […]
Killette tees up a new business
Merland Baker, loyal customer and junior social work major wearing a MoMM hoodie. Photo Submitted by Kha’Mari Mitchell. Not everyone is fortunate enough to find their passion in life. Chase Killette is lucky times two. A 20-year-old business management major at Florida A&M University, his first love is golf. He is […]
Two students collaborate for pop-up shop
Richard “Rich” Anderson and Philipps Cheron are joining forces. Photo Submitted by Catisha Joseph. Two student-entrepreneurs with a similar yet distinct vision are determined to create a brand that inspires others. Richard “Rich” Anderson, a senior public relations major, and Philipps Cheron, a senior general health science major, both envisioned themselves […]
FAMU alumna set to launch fitness brand
Adrienne Floyd is set to launch her fitness brand on Friday. Photo Submitted by Adrienne Floyd. Just when you thought she was done, she continues to raise the bar. Florida A&M University alumna Adrienne Floyd, is a get-it-done type of woman. Floyd made her mark at FAMU as an overachiever. […]
Education stressed during Severe Weather Awareness Week
Courtesy of floridadisaster.org. The Florida Division of Emergency Management, NOAA and the National Weather Service joined forces last week to celebrate Florida Severe Weather Awareness Week. FSWA took place from Jan. 14-18. Severe weather awareness week served to educate Floridians on the severe weather that frequently impacts the state and […]