When the feminist movement started, women engaged in intense discussion and sought to abandon social norms, earn respect and gain political rights. Today, the movement has transformed to include physical liberation and women are finding new ways of breaking from patriarchal standards. The modern-day feminist movement is gaining traction on […]
Lifestyles
Two can play this game
The melodic art of music has united and divided people for centuries. Whether it be genre versus genre or artist versus artist, music lovers everywhere will go to war for music that they grew up with, rappers from their hometown and songs that brought them out of dark places. An […]
Women making gains in STEM
The science, technology, engineering and math [STEM] fields are dominated by men, making it hard for women to break through in these disciplines, especially in positions of leadership. Nonetheless, we’re starting to break that barrier. According to The Census, women jumped from 8% of STEM workers in 1970 to 27% […]
Women taking over Marching 100
When you think of a member of the Florida A&M University’s Marching 100, do you picture a man or a woman? If you picture a man there may be a reason. The music industry is male dominated. Statistics prove that men make up 60.4% of all music related occupations. FAMU’s […]
Sisterhood is powerful
Behind every successful woman, there is an army of others on her team rooting for her. Many realize this early on in life with their mom at the heart of their support system, but oftentimes there is a disconnect once they enter the outside world. The thought of being inferior […]
Shrimp Stop hosts grand opening
A new restaurant has opened just minutes from Florida A&M’s campus. While the restaurant, Shrimp Stop has been up and operating for some time, Saturday was the grand opening. Shrimp Stop is owned by two individuals, Roy Anderson and Thaddeus Ward, whose friendship goes back more than 30 years. Anderson […]
Minto needed a purpose. She ‘nailed’ it
A local business owner, Tiyana Minto, found success within her nail business, Virtuous Nails, creating a legacy that will forever be remembered. With a talent for creativity and entrepreneurship, Minto, 21, used her lessons from FAMU’s School of Business and Industry to launch her self-taught nail business. In the beginning, […]
‘New age lynching’ exhibit provokes lively debate
The auditorium in Florida A&M’s School of Journalism & Graphic Communication was packed Thursday as history professor Tiffany Packer and her African-American history to the 20th century class hosted a lively panel discussion prior to unveiling their new exhibition. Called “New age lynching: police brutality and its impact on communities […]
Students paint before exam week
Going to college can be a huge steppingstone for high school students, and the excitement of new experiences, relationships and independence can overcome the stress that comes with it. Not much thought is given to class assignments, test taking and group projects which can make the whole college experience more […]
The Plant’s fan base expands
The Plant, a cultural center in Tallahassee where creative minds — from musicians and poets to painters and activists — come together to show art in various forms. It’s a venue where a variety of events are held, from vegan chili cook-offs to performances. The most fascinating part about The […]