The semi-annual JCPenney Suit-Up event for Florida A&M students took place from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday evening inside JCPenney at Governor’s Square Mall. HireARattler within FAMU’s Career & Professional Development Center partnered with JCPenney to give students an opportunity to purchase discounted professional attire. The center’s goal is to […]
Lifestyles
Are students following the Gypsy Rose Blanchard story?
The Internet is currently buzzing about the recent prison release of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, a Missouri woman who pleaded guilty for the second-degree murder of her mother Clauddine “Dee Dee” Blanchard alongside her online boyfriend back in 2015. The terminally ill girl the world had grown to love was a […]
Empowering excellence: The story of Dear Rattler
When it comes to sprinting to excellence, Florida A&M University student-athlete, Tyler Symone-Brown, emerges as a remarkable force of inspiration. Hailing from Dallas, Texas, Tyler is not only a dedicated business administration student and track and field star – but also an ambitious entrepreneur and owner of Dear Rattler, an […]
New semester jitters are normal
Starting a new semester can be both exciting and nerve-wracking for Florida A&M University students. As they embark on a fresh academic journey, tackling the “new semester jitters” becomes a shared experience. For many, it’s about finding a balance between academics, social life, and self-care. Amidst the anticipation of new […]
Prayer group starts spring with a bang
On Monday night, the Family Worship and Praise Center (FWPC) collegiate prayer group hosted their Back 2 School prayer meeting. Students from all majors, classifications, and backgrounds flooded the Polkinghorne Village game day room for a night filled with worshipping and re-devoting themselves to God. With the meeting starting at […]
Safety concerns remain paramount at FAMU
Five people — including four students — were injured in a shooting during Morgan State University’s homecoming in early October. The incident left many shaken and canceled the school’s homecoming plans while the Baltimore police searched for the two suspects in the shooting, one of which was arrested almost two […]
The quest for the perfect graduation photo shoot
College graduation marks a pivotal moment in one’s life journey, symbolizing the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. On the campus of Florida A&M University, the tradition of celebrating this achievement with astonishing graduation photo shoots has become increasingly popular. These photo shoots are more than just a […]
Four students start a holiday drive
With the holiday and giving spirit in full swing, many students at Florida A&M University want to give back to the local community in various ways. Whether volunteering at a shelter or hosting a drive for the campus to participate in, students are on the rise to create some extra […]
Meet the multi-talented Jai Adams
Jai Adams, known to many as “KJ McCou,” is a sophomore at Florida A&M University pursuing a degree in health administration. Beyond academia, Adams dons multiple hats, excelling as both a singer-songwriter and as an offensive lineman with FAMU’s football team. Adams, with Instagram handles @KJMcCou and @JaiTheVocalTherapist, is making […]
Who doesn’t have a podcast?
In the bustling soundscape of 2023, podcasts have taken center stage, becoming integral to how young adults consume information and connect with the world. The saturation — or should we call it over-saturation? — of podcasts, has sparked a shift in communication dynamics, prompting reflections on influence, engagement, and the […]