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These Rattlers live for community service

While some students spend their weekends shopping at the mall or watching a movie, junior Anaijah Graham’s days off look a little different. Instead of using her spare time for leisure, Graham volunteers at organizations across her local community. As a member of Florida A&M University’s Active Volunteer Efforts (FAVES), […]

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Student entrepreneurs thrive during Set Friday

Since its inception, Set Friday at Florida A&M University has cultivated a tradition of community congregation. The university has stood firm on the concept of cultural preservation throughout its history. Market Friday at Set Friday offers an experience unique to that of any of the universities’ other traditions. Alongside the […]

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‘103 on the Hill’ makes its debut

The new student-run entertainment show, “103 on the Hill,” made its debut on YouTube this past Sunday. The show is inspired by BET’s music video show, “106 & Park,” but with a “FAMU- HBCU twist.” The first episode began with co-hosts and creators Cayla Goff and Xavier Yancey revealing the […]

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Concert shines spotlight on Hispanic culture

Sunday’s fourth annual Sankofa Concert showcased different talents from all walks of life. Sankofa Concert: Fiesta Musical was held at FAMU’s Lee Hall, and it was a joyful and unique occasion. Presented by the Tallahassee St. Maarten Foundation, the concert was meant to highlight the island of St. Maarten and […]

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FAMU students prepare for the business world

To better prepare students for their professional careers, Florida A&M faculty along with JC Penney hosted a JC Penney Suit-Up event on Sunday. Providing students with a comfortable and friendly shopping experience, JC Penney closed its doors to the public early in order to host this private event exclusively for […]

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Rattlers are ready to strike again

“I represent Florida! Agricultural! and Mechanical! University! October 3rd, 1887, WHAT?!!” The 2023 football season is among us, and FAMU students have been anxiously waiting for the team to play the first home game of the season. This Saturday, the team will play against the University of West Florida at […]

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HBCU digital partnership summit coming to FAMU

The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) has partnered with Historically Black Colleges and Universities nationwide to highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion in the world of digital innovation. This year the organization is holding its annual conference at FAMU, which is set to host the second annual HBCU […]

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The digital age: Are we doomed, or are we saved?

In a world where information flows carelessly and ceaselessly, overwhelming the brain’s senses and challenging the boundaries of our attention span, one can find themselves surrounded in an ocean of data. The unending torrent of social media updates, news, emails and advertisements all fighting for our attention. In this era […]

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Long wait times at campus restaurants

On-campus restaurants like Chic-fil-A, Wingstop and Tropical Smoothie have been experiencing heavy wait times. Since the start of the fall semester, many on-campus restaurants will have wait times of up to 30 minutes or more for food. Mostly around noon, students must wait longer than ever before for food or […]