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Coping with anxiety

Anxiety is surprisingly common among college students.  Most people deal with it on a day to day basis, and it can come in many forms, including social anxiety, PTSD, separation anxiety, OCD and more.  According to health.harvard.edu, 63% of college students in the United States have felt overwhelming anxiety, and […]

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Try these 10 local Black-owned restaurants

People should always support Black-owned restaurants, especially during Black History Month. Patrons support Black entrepreneurs, reinvest in the Black community, contribute to the economic growth of Black businesses, and keep dreams alive. Food brings the Black community together and allows people from all walks of life to connect with family […]

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Does your birth order affect your personality?

Siblings can provide long lasting family memories and produce bonds that will last through time, but can your birth order affect your personality?  Psychologists and psychiatrists have explored data that may lead toward a connection within our environment and personality. Some studies have confirmed the idea that your sibling position […]

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Black-owned wineries in the spotlight

In a ground-breaking event that has captured the attention of wine enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs alike, Tallahassee’s Goodwood Museum & Gardens hosted a Black-owned winery event during Black History Month, showcasing their divergent ideas and innovative approaches to wine production. This event served as a powerful testament to the vibrancy […]

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Festival focuses on unity, joy

The meaning of the Swahili word Furaha is the “feeling of happiness,”  and “joy” is the perfect word to describe the Furaha Festival.  Sunday’s event celebrated the togetherness and diversity of Black culture. It took place at the vibrant mural space in Railroad Square Art District. Created by Afro-fusion restaurant […]

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Super Bowl commercials fail to impress

The Super Bowl is known for many things, whether it’s football fans wanting to see the top two teams in the NFL go head-to-head or people wanting to see the famous halftime performance. Another thing Super Bowl viewers are excited for are the commercials. According to CBS News, the average […]

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Set Friday just hasn’t been the same

Set Friday has been a longstanding tradition since the early 1990s. Every Friday, students would gather on the “set”, the brick-lined path separating what is now the Will Packer Amphitheater and Office of Student Union, to socialize with their peers, and enjoy local and student vendors, and music. Since COVID, […]

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Some students fast during Lent

The month of February recognizes a series of celebrations including Black History Month, American Heart Month, and, earlier this week, Ash Wednesday, which happened to fall on Valentine’s Day this year. This period of fasting during Lent for some is a way to not only cleanse your heart physically, but […]

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Usher resonates with students from Atlanta

As the world watched Usher Raymond light up the stage during Sunday’s Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas, his dedication to his hometown of Atlanta was evident. For out-of-state students at Florida A&M University like Nyla Fulton and Sydney Lampkin, both originally from Atlanta, the performance was not just […]

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Student starts nonprofit with a mission

Shayna Vincent refuses to accept the status quo. A 23-year-old elementary education student at Florida A&M, Vincent has created a nonprofit organization, Esther Funds Foundations, to address the pressing needs of first-generation, low-income, and minority college students.  Driven by a deep desire to make a positive impact, the Tampa native […]