Buying gas is second nature to car owners, but knowing when gas prices increase and decrease can help drivers save on fill-ups. Eddy Victor, a Tallahassee resident, owns a Mitsubishi Galant and likes to purchase fuel near his job. “My car takes 87 regular, nothing major. My favorite gas station […]
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OIED promotes studying abroad for FAMU students
This past Thursday, FAMU’S Office of International Education and Development (OIED) hosted a Study Abroad Fair in the Grand Ballroom of Florida A&M University’s campus. Aleksandra Benedict, FAMU’s Study Abroad Coordinator, believes that the study abroad experience is a must. “Studying abroad will give you a meaningful experience and it’s […]
Forum reveals campus bonds by remembering Toni Morrison
During the 12thAnnual Spring Literary Forum Series, the Morrison Scholars panel consisted of four faculty members from either Florida A&M or Florida State University that shared more than just the table and microphone. They shared a bond through education, literature and specifically, their gratitude for Toni Morrison and her work. […]
Academic advisement adopting new practices, adding personnel
Frustration may be giving way to sighs of relief for students at Florida A&M University as academic advisement adopts new practices. Academic advisement in the Student Success Center is tasked with helping students plan course schedules as well as counseling with a designated professional or faculty member. Academic advising plays […]
Controversial ‘Parental Rights’ bill advances in Legislature
On Feb.17, Florida Senate Bill 1634 moved through the Senate Education Committee with a 3-2 party-line vote. An identical bill, HB 1059, passed in a Florida House of Representatives’ Judiciary Committee on Feb. 18 with an 11-5 majority. Also known as the “Parental Rights” bill, it would allow parents to […]
Black History Month event focuses on voting
Florida A&M held its annual Celebration and Observance of Black History Month on Wednesday. This year’s theme was titled African Americans and Voting. More than 40 people came to the Lawson Center to learn about the importance of college students voting. The Black History Month event was put together by […]
FAMU nursing students voice concerns about their program
Florida A&M University’s School of Nursing is one of the oldest continuing baccalaureate programs in the United States at a historically black institution. The four-year program leads to a Bachelor of Science in nursing. According to FAMU officials, in April of 2018, the FAMU School of Nursing was put on […]
Community leader hosts networking and connecting event
Mentor and entrepreneur Samantha Vance, hosted a community event Wednesday at Domi Station geared to women to help them build their networking and connecting skills. The hour long event was standing room only as local business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs learned key ways to build their skills in connecting with […]
President’s state of the university address: “FAMU is indeed rising”
Faculty and staff gathered in Lee Hall Auditorium as Florida A&M University President, Larry Robinson, gave his State of the University Address. The occasion celebrates growth and accomplishments made by the university, its students, and faculty. Robinson took no time to commend the hard work put in by his faculty […]
Florida Senate moves to give judges more discretion
In Tuesday’s Senate Appropriation Committee meeting on criminal justice, senators moved to approve an expanded Second Look Act, or Senate Bill 1308, into a large criminal justice package for this year. The bill was overwhelmingly approved by the committee but faced opposition from the Florida Association of Sheriffs. Matt Dunagan, […]