With the economy at an all time low, internships are scarcer than ever. Employers are cutting costs on all accounts, leading them to provide more unpaid internships. “The economy is negatively affecting internships both in quantity and in pay,” said David Bole, publisher of Internsearch.com. “It takes a fair amount […]
Lifestyles
“Black Like Me Doll Collection” shows to Floridians Annie Henry’s African-American dolls collection
Searching to find that one special doll may have been what inspired doll lover Annie B. Henry to start her African-American doll and figurine collection. Henry, who now owns more than 100 dolls, has donated her collection to the Florida A&M Meek-Eaton Black Archives and Museum. “BLACK LIKE ME: The […]
Super Vegan Me: A meat lover’s journey in attempting to change his eating behaviors
As I walked through the isles of the Wal-Mart Super Center on Apalachee Parkway, I couldn’t help but notice that almost every item in my shopping cart had to go back on the shelf. It wasn’t because a lack of funds or an odd allergy; I had made the choice […]
Marching 100 pairs with Image Modeling Troupe to host a fashion show
FAMU’s infamous Marching 100 paired with Images Modeling Troupe to host a fashion show in support of Relay For Life this past Thursday.The event was held in Foster Tanner band building from 8 p.m. to 10p.m. The venue was filled with marching band members, professors, and general supporters.“The show was […]
Barbers, stylist reveal the most odd requests
Outrageous and usual hairstyles are a common reoccurrence here on Florida A&M’s campus. From Mohawks to yarn being braided into hair, FAMU has it all. Many students find it cheaper to either style their own hair for free or have a friend style it for them for much lower than […]
FAMU Beyond Theraphy play offers many laughs to students
On Friday, Lee Hall was filled with theater patrons as well as Florida A&M students for the premier of the Essential Theater’s new play, “Beyond Therapy.” The all-student show was put on by the Lyceum Series, and inspired much talk at FAMU’s “Set Friday.” Prudence, played by Bianca Black, was […]
College students learn how to cope with death
Mourning the death of a friend or family member is natural process, and according to one therapist, individuals actually go through a mental and emotional process when confronted with a loss. Tim Desmond is a therapist and principle developer of the Coherence Psychology Institute’s two-year program for therapists. Desmond said […]
FAMU offers counseling services to students affected by earthquake
Since the earthquake in Haiti, various organizations and schools within the university are finding ways to help with relief efforts. A free service that is often overlooked is the university’s counseling services. The office said they have seen a spike in visitations since the Haiti earthquake. Allison Lockard, the assistant […]
Brogan Museum exhibit showcases Haitian art
Original Haitian artwork, music, poetry, dance was showcased yesterday at the opening reception titled Night at the Museum: Haiti Benefit Showcase. The reception featured the personal art collection of Joseph Ducasse on the life, culture, and natural environment of the island and the Haitian people. The oil on canvas paintings […]
Underground artists overlooked
Boy Meets World, Fashawn (2009): This albumis arguably atypical artistry for an early 20-something.Fashawn, a Fresno, Ca., native serves as a shiningexample for his lyrically immature contemporaries tofollow. Ghostdini, Wizard of Poetry in EmeraldCity, Ghostface Killah (2009): Former Wu-Tang member, Ghostface Killah, demonstrates theimportance longevity in hip-hop in his seventh […]