Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Leon County Schools continues to search for more drivers in the midst of a bus driver shortage. Just a month before the start of the school year last month, Leon County Schools was looking to fill almost 20 open positions. While some positions have been filled, the school district still […]
Last summer, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill requiring K-12 public schools to hold a moment of silence each day. Beginning in August and the start of the 2021-2022 school year, principals must require teachers to set aside one minute for a moment of silence. Teachers may not make […]
When the Name, Image and Likeness law was enacted in Florida on July 1, effectively granting college athletes the ability to monetize their personal brands through sponsorships, autographs, appearances and more, HBCU athletes were quick to capitalize. Many announced their first deals just after midnight on July 1. Two months […]
In the aftermath of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order banning mask mandates for young children in school, school districts across the state have defied the governor. Now the challenge is set to be heard in court — again. Executive order 21-175 describes schools that do not require students to […]
In-person classes or remote, as Florida A&M and many other schools opted for during the past school year? Which do you prefer? Students’ preferences can provoke intense feeling of anxiety, which can affect their motivation and performance. Alicia Jackson is the coordinator of clinical programs and a counselor in the […]
FAMU’s Polkinghorne Village residence hall has changed its restrooms so that they appeal to all genders. The LGBT+ community is the most prominent group in favor of unisex restrooms, which makes them more welcoming to everyone. Restrooms in general are often considered a personal space to be treated with the […]
Florida A&M University’s national ranking rises as the university jumps from 117th to the 104th ranked public university in the nation. FAMU continues to strive to improve recruitment and student success. FAMU also moved forward from being ranked number 20 to number 13 on the social mobility index, representing the […]
Florida A&M University announced last week that it has partnered with Parker Dewey’s micro-internship program. This program allows students to take part in short-term, paid and professional projects with different companies in different fields. The beauty of the program is that it allows those interested to explore different career paths […]
FAMU sent an infringement notice last month to students and alumni about the university’s copyright issue in an effort to protect its brand. The notice sparked a discussion on businesses and creatives who profit off of FAMU. The notice originated in FAMU’s Office of General Counsel and the licensing director. […]
The Biden administration and U.S. health officials announced in mid-August that booster shots for Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna recipients will start on Sept. 20. U.S. health officials are now recommending Americans receive the shot eight months after receiving their second dose of Moderna or Pfizer. As of now, Florida A&M University […]