Adrienne Floyd decided to make a healthy transformation when she made it her personal mission to get in shape. Originally from Jacksonville, Floyd came to Florida A&M in 2015. At FAMU her weight caused her to become depressed and was a huge stress factor in her life. “While I […]
Lifestyles
Computer center a hidden gem on FAMU’s campus
The Center for Public Computing and Workforce Development was established through a grant with the sole purpose of offering public computing to the FAMU and Tallahassee community as well as offer workforce development training. The center is now looking to enhance its awareness with the FAMU community to ensure […]
Stress takes center stage during April
For the 26th consecutive year, April has been designated and has provided a platform to discuss a vital issue that impacts thousands across the globe. As an initiative sponsored by the Health Resource Network (HRN), a non-profit health education organization, Stress Awareness Month has continued to inform peoples about […]
African drum and dance ensemble to take stage at TCC
TCC’s African Drum and Dance Ensemble performed in Tucker Hall. Photo credit: Kathryn N. Jones Get ready to explore African and Caribbean cultures through dance and music. Tallahassee Community College African Drum and Dance Ensemble will feature students, faculty and community members in this year’s spring show. For […]
Coping with depression post-graduation
Latoya Chambliss walked across the stage at Florida A&M University, claiming her degree with confidence and a sense of pride. Unfortunately, six months later that confidence and pride turned into depression and anxiety. Post-Graduation Depression, also known as a quarter-life crisis, is real and believe it or not happens to […]
PLUS to be established at FAMU
PLUS interest meeting. Photo credit: Shantel Hansbrough From Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) to Florida A&M University, Pretty Ladies Unique Shapes, is making a move. What started as an idea is now becoming a reality. Pretty Ladies Unique Shapes is a body positivity, self-love organization that targets plus […]
Unity emerges from ‘For the Love of Black Girls’
Photo credit: Jordan Nix You no doubt are familiar with the oft-repeated phrase “black girl magic.” It’s almost become a cliché. Well, two Florida A&M University students decided to take that mantra to the next level, hosting a forum Tuesday night called “For the Love of Black Girls.” […]
Green a key player as FAMU looks to increase enrollment
Andre Green, associate director of New Student Orientation. Andre Green’s passion for student recruitment has obliterated everything in its path since he discovered it. Green, the associate director of New Student Orientation and Campus Visits at Florida A&M University, has been administering the orientation process for more than 10 years. The […]
FAMU partners with J.C. Penny for Suit-Up day
Arnita Tucker-McFarland, (left), Shereada Harrell, directors of the FAMU Career and Professional Development Center at the raffle station for students. Photo credit: DeBria Payne Florida A&M University partnered with J.C. Penny to host a Suit-Up event from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on April 15, giving students the opportunity […]
FAMU students making a difference with non-profit organization
Rebel Ubuntu Inc. seeks to bring about a social and cultural renaissance that inspires self-esteem and pride in the souls of the people Photo credit: Rebel Ubuntu Inc. Rebel Ubuntu Inc. seeks to bring about a social and cultural renaissance that inspires self-esteem and pride in the souls of the people. By doing so, the organization […]