Florida A&M has been recommended for a research grant totaling $1.9 million. The U.S. Department of Defense recommended FAMU for the grant, which will fund research over the next three years. The funding will go to specific projects being performed by faculty members at the FAMU-Florida State College of […]
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Board of governors meeting recap
The Florida board of governors met at Florida A&M for its scheduled meeting with all board members present Wednesday and Thursday. The BOG comprises 17 members that govern the state university system, including all public universities in the state. To better connect with all the campuses in […]
FAMU Recreation Center opens new eatery
A Florida A&M alumnus has jointly opened Seven Hills Café, a restaurant that offers students a new place on campus to eat. The restaurant, which is located in the lobby of the Hansel E. Tookes Sr. Student Recreation Center, offers students healthier options when it comes to grabbing breakfast, […]
Retired Navy lieutenant commander keynotes Honors Convocation
Keynote speaker Pia Woodley shared the knowledge she gained from Florida A&M and the experience she obtained from the Navy at the Honors Convocation on Thursday in Lee Hall. As a retired lieutenant commander who is pursuing a doctorate in business administration with a specialization in health care management, […]
OSA revamps logo, brand
Florida A&M’s Office of Student Activities has launched a branding campaign aimed at reinforcing the department’s focus on serving students when classes are over. OSA started with the release of a student-designed logo and a facelift for its office, which is across from McGuinn and Diamond halls. Administrators hope […]
Faculty senate members question BOT chair’s decision
The abrupt halt of Florida A&M’s search for a university president, called by board of trustees Chairman Solomon Badger III on March 15, has spawned controversy. Narayan Persaud, who was unanimously voted to serve a second term as Faculty Senate President on March 19 committee member, seems to have an […]
Wellness Week draws students interested in staying healthy
Rattler Wellness held its one-year anniversary celebration in the Hansel E. Tookes Sr. Recreation Center on Tuesday. Rattler Wellness is an organization with members dedicated to promoting the overall health and wellness of minorities and throughout the community through mind, body and spirit. The event consisted of Caribbean, belly […]
UPDATE: Timbrina Thomas Funeral
The Famuan has learned that funeral arrangements for Timbrina Thomas have been set. The viewing for Thomas will be held Friday from 1-8 p.m. at Wright & Young Funeral Home, located at 15332 NW Seventh Ave. in Miami. The funeral service will begin Saturday at 2 p.m. at Bethel Apostolic Temple, located at 1855 […]
University mourns fallen Rattler
The Famuan is investigating an accident involving Florida A&Mstudents, which led to the death of a “Marching 100” member.According to University officials, one of the victims, identified as Timbrina Thomas, died Sunday. Thomas,20, was a Miami Gardens, Fla. native and graduate of Miami Norland Senior High. According to her blog,timbrinathomas.wordpress.com,Thomas, […]
Students hold vigil in memory of Timbrina Thomas
Students shed tears and held one anotheras they remembered Timbrina Thomas, a “Marching 100” member who died in a car accident yesterday. Her fellow band mates, members of student government and others from the Florida A&M community participated in a vigil held in the band rehearsal hall in Foster Tanner. […]