October is a month devoted to bringing awareness to breast cancer. What some may not know, October is also domestic violence awareness month. Domestic violence negatively impacts not only the victims but their loved ones as well. Being in college and in an abusive relationship can take a toll on […]
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Students with Haitian roots rue their country’s fate
On Friday, the Haitian government formally permitted prime minister Ariel Henry to request a “specialized armed force.” Henry had requested the order to regain control and restore order in Port-au-Prince, Haiti’s capital, from the hands of gangs that had taken the city hostage in recent weeks. Since Sept. 12, the […]
Nike’s new FAMU sneaker sells out quickly
Nike, a multinational corporation that supports Historically Black Colleges and Universities, visited Tallahassee Friday to give FAMU its very own Nike Dunk Low. Florida A&M University and Nike signed a multi-year agreement in March 2021 that covers athletic footwear, uniforms and clothing for FAMU athletes. The event took place at […]
He went home as Ian neared. Then he had to evacuate
Hurricane Ian was a massive, lethal and destructive Category 4 hurricane that wreaked havoc on western Cuba. Moving forward to Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a state-wide state of emergency and evacuation orders for potential cities that would be affected upon Ian’s landfall. On Monday, Sept. 26, Florida A&M and […]
Does Tallahassee have affordable homes for rent?
While Tallahassee is dedicated to student housing complexes and homes for families to buy, some run into the issue of finding a home they simply would like to rent at a decent price. When the pandemic-driven Our-Florida program ended in May, quite a few people were left in limbo trying […]
Hurricane Ian devastates the Southwest Coast of Florida
Tropical storm Ian, formed in the Caribbean islands on Sept. 23. On Sept. 26, Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Florida State University (FSU) announced the closure of each university in preparation for Hurricane Ian. Later that day, Ian strengthened to a category 1 hurricane. Eventually, Ian strengthened to a category […]
Some students unaware of military benefits that could cover their tuition
Educational assistance in the form of financial aid subsidies and paid tuition are some of the little-known ways that students serving in active-duty roles, on campus ROTC and students with parents who have served can benefit from the nationwide policies created to make post- secondary education more affordable for families. […]
SGA copes with host of issues
Florida A&M’s Student Government Association met Monday and discussed a variety of topics, with Hurricane Ian mentioned several times due to its disruption of student life. The storm devastated the west coast of Florida, and Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) was in its path. A letter sent from FGCU’s student […]
Controversial ex-commissioner still on ballot in Gadsden County
In late July Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Jeffery Moore as District 2 commissioner for Gadsden County. Moore, a white male, filled the vacancy after the resignation of Anthony Viegbesie, an African American male. Moore became the only white member and only Republican on the five-member board. According to floridapolitics.com Gadsden […]
Rainbow fentanyl prompts concern among parents
Halloween will be here before we know it. This memorable holiday usually involves scary movies, everyone in scary or funny costumes, and children going out trick or treating. But these aren’t normal times. An opioid crisis is on the rise nationally and in North Florida, and a drug called rainbow […]