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Learning in an age of distractions

In the 21st century technology is everywhere from phones that can be carried in your pockets, virtual assistants that change the temperature at your command, and refrigerators with built-in tablets.  Technology has become essential in an average person’s life and is something that a majority of us can not live […]

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Katt Williams at the Civic Center Saturday

Laughter is set to fill Tallahassee’s airwaves when acclaimed comedian, rapper and actor Katt Williams graces the capital city with his uproarious comedy show, “The Dark Matter Tour.” Williams has more than two decades of experience in the entertainment industry, and a long repertoire of practice with other celebrities. The […]

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Maci Fulton’s paintings to be featured

Maci Fulton is known as a committed third-year chemistry student at Florida A&M who aspires to be a physician. But there’s more to her story. Fulton has another skill that makes her unique: acrylic painting.  Over the past four years Fulton has painted acrylic portraits. These vivid portraits display the […]

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Seniors struggle navigating senioritis and burnout

As graduation looms on the horizon, many college seniors find themselves grappling with a mix of emotions: excitement, anxiety and a substantial sense of fatigue.  The transition from eager first-year students to seasoned seniors is often marked by a phenomenon known as senioritis, coupled with the emerging feeling of student […]

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Essential Theatre presents ‘The Wiz’

As the curtains rise and the spotlight illuminates the stage, be prepared to be transported to a world of enchantment and wonder with the Essential Theatre’s production of “The Wiz,” a timeless classic. Theater students at FAMU have been rehearsing, preparing and anticipating their hard work. “The Wiz” premiered live […]

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Harambee Festival draws diverse crowd

Florida A&M University successfully hosted its annual Harambee Festival at Cascades Park on Saturday, drawing crowds from across Tallahassee. This event is a cornerstone of the city’s Black History Month celebrations, featuring a diverse lineup of performers, including Darryl Tookes, a musician and professor at FAMU. Tookes, headlining the festival, […]

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How are FAMU students preparing for midterms?

The collegiate midterm season is often a time of stress, anxiety and dread for students. With Florida A&M University’s spring 2024 semester approaching its halfway point, students are gearing up to prepare for midterms.  Students can often become overwhelmed with keeping track of all their tasks mentally, so planners are […]

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Yoga is an ideal exercise for everyone

Midterms are quickly approaching and tension is in the air for students at Florida A&M. When stress seems unavoidable in life it is important to find healthy ways to remain balanced in our personal, emotional and physical lives.  Yoga is an ancient exercise that requires a present mind and able […]

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Embracing self-love vs. a ‘beach body’

While spring break is quickly approaching, the question looms: are students getting physically fit? Juggling schoolwork, jobs and finding the time to exercise can be difficult. Rather than yielding to societal pressures to meet a specific physical ideal, many students are prioritizing self-acceptance and body positivity this spring break season.  […]