On Jan. 27, Rutgers University canceled its HBCU conference, said to spotlight HBCU leaders and students, in compliance with President Trump’s anti-Diversity, Equity and Inclusion executive orders scheduled for Jan. 30. The virtual conference, organized by Rutgers Graduate School of Education’s Center for Minority Serving, a way for students of […]
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Esther Funds Foundation uplifting FAMU students
For many first-generation and low-income students, the road to a college degree is filled with financial, emotional and academic challenges. The Esther Funds Foundation, a faith-based non-profit organization, is stepping in to change that narrative—one student at a time. The foundation, which focuses on preventing college dropouts by addressing external […]
Foxtail Coffee Co. offers a quiet escape with quality brews
Finding a peaceful place to study or unwind in Tallahassee can be a challenge. But for anyone seeking that perfect balance of caffeine, comfort and quiet, Foxtail Coffee Co. might just be the answer. Located at 1327 S Monroe St, Unit 103, Foxtail Coffee opened its doors less than a […]
RaMell Ross and ‘Nickel Boys’: A new visual frontier
RaMell Ross, director and producer of the critically acclaimed “Nickel Boys,” has a unique approach to filmmaking. From his extensive background in photography to his prior works like “Hale County, This Morning, This Evening,” Ross has always found new ways to portray the Black experience from a different lens. “Nickel […]
A deeper look into Black women’s struggles in the workplace
Vice President Kamala Harris lost to former President Donald Trump in the recent presidential election, with Trump securing 312 electoral votes to Harris’ 226. “I was outraged by the results and am saddened to see that America is not ready for a woman to be the leader of the free […]
Saying goodbye to America’s most popular app
The countdown to January 19th begins, as the Supreme Court unanimously upheld the federal law banning the social app TikTok. TikTok is a social media platform owned by the Chinese internet company ByteDance, known for its user-tailored algorithms and strong influence on pop culture. The app has created mega-stars like […]
Assimilation’s benefits and drawbacks
Assimilation of diverse cultures creates a dynamic way of life. Immigrants contribute to America’s vibrant culture, as much as the American culture influences immigrants’ assimilation. According to Historyplex, cultural assimilation occurs when one ethnic minority sacrifices its culture to integrate into the larger society. The United States is a hub […]
Losing the sport, the lack of FAMU players drafted to the NBA
Draft season is always stressful for everyone involved: players, coaches, scouts and team officials. Players at HBCUs risk being wholly overlooked due to several factors, with the consistent one being “competition.” The official National Basketball Association draft took place during the summer, in addition to the WNBA draft. There […]
‘Grads are back’: A must for every HBCU journalism program
Grads are Back is an event highlighting alumni from Florida A&M University’s School of Journalism and Graphic Communication. Each panel bridges the endless possibilities in journalism and guides students as upcoming professionals. Panels consist of various topics that are engaging and insightful and include each of the three […]
The importance of voting in Florida
Voting is not only a privilege, but it should also be considered a right, especially for African Americans in America. Since 2000, Florida has rocked back and forth between democratic and republican support. The last time Florida was blue was in 2012, when President Obama was re-elected. During this […]