A common misconception about Historically Black Colleges and Universities is that they are limited to a population of only Black American students. But just like Black people, the HBCU demographic comes from a melting pot of cultures. Especially at Florida A&M University, where the campus is located in a state […]
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Graphic designers prepare for campaign season
Spring semester on the campus of Florida A&M University is famously known for election season. The season is filled with students campaigning for positions such as Mister and Miss Florida A&M University, King and Queen of Orange and Green, Miss Senior Attendant and many other positions within the Royal Court […]
How to prepare for health care enrollment
Open enrollment for the 2023 health insurance season has finally come. This is also the time that most college students find out that they can’t stay on their parents’ plan anymore due to them being older. Enrolling for the first time can be scary and could attract sketchy insurance companies […]
Fitness goes hand-in-hand with mental health
When people think of mental health, they think of medications, therapy and relaxation. Many do not know that fitness goes hand-in-hand with mental health. The definition of fitness is “the condition of being physically fit and healthy,” according to Oxford Languages. Fitness can play a big part in an individual’s […]
A determined Bell brings Spectrum back to life
Florida A&M University is remarkably diverse in culture, opportunities and style. But the LGBTQIA+ community is about to shine brightly at FAMU. Spectrum LGBTQ + Pride Union was once an organization that stopped being active due to COVID-19. No one took that step to bring it back to on-campus life, […]
Bryant preparers to be a school counselor
Just days away from graduating Camille Bryant, a fourth-year psychology major at Florida A&M, is leaving behind an impressive resume she built up during the past four years. Bryant is from Starke, a small town not too far from Jacksonville. Bryant always knew FAMU was the right fit for her. […]
Tutors, other resources available for finals
Finals week is here. Fortunately, Florida A&M University offers a variety of resources that provide tutoring and help. According to famu.edu, FAMU’s USCC learning centers work with students and professional tutors to provide one-on-one tutoring sessions, group study sessions, skills workshops, course content review sessions and essay writing workshops. The […]
You cannot eat at everyone’s house
As Thanksgiving passes, many people enjoy sharing photos of their plates and how they made their dishes. This year, a viral tweet has brought to light a thing that a lot of people have never heard of- a sick bowl. The tweet, made by Sarah Turner aka @TheUnmumsyMum, reads “My […]
College is a time for finding out who you are
College is among the many unique experiences of young adulthood where individuals lose, meet and rebrand themselves for the first time. Being placed in a new environment that is filled with individuals of various backgrounds, a playground of opportunities and mini-communities that allow you the freedom to be anything and […]
Newcomers to FAMU face a learning curve
Starting college can come with many emotions and thoughts, especially if it’s your first year as a freshman or if you recently transferred. As a freshman, you begin your journey on campus and aim to make your mark or enjoy your next four years. As a transfer you’re jumping in […]