2024 welcomed more than just a new year, but also new year resolutions, a new semester, and new opportunities. The new year also welcomed the reopening of the Florida A&M University’s Recreation Center. The fitness center announced its new business operation hours this past Monday via their Instagram page.  The […]

David Ritchey, aka Kip, an African-American tattoo artist and mentor from Miramar,  is hoping to change the tattoo culture in Tallahassee.  The 34-year-old says the Roman Renaissance plays a major role in his art. An avid drawer since age 7, it wasn’t until Ritchey got his first tattoo that he […]

As Black History Month approaches, students at Florida State University are excited for their Black Student Union’s annual month of events. According to their mission statement, the Black Student Union at FSU vies to create a safe space for Black students to foster a sense of identity and social life […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

The conversation on New School vs. Old School at FAMU is evolving among alumni, sparking reflections on the evolution of traditions on the renowned Tallahassee campus. Both current students and alums have voiced concerns about a cultural shift, with Justin Matthews, a December 2023 graduate, sharing his diminishing interest in […]