The U.S. News & World Report named Florida A&M as the historically black college or university with the fourth highest freshman retention rate. In the list of “Historically Black Colleges and Universities Where Freshmen Return,” FAMU made the list with a 79.5 percent freshman retention rate, which is behind Spelman […]
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Rattlers increase role in Teach for America
The Teach for America organization is rooted in the concept, “Poverty is not your destiny.” And Florida A&M students are increasing the presence of HBCU graduates in the program. According to TeachforAmerica.org, 16 million American children are challenged with poverty. However, it is proven that low-income students can achieve at […]
Rain garden planted at church in observance of Earth Day
In observation of Earth Day, the city of Tallahassee’s annual leadership team planted a rain garden outside Primitive Baptist Church on Tuesday. Volunteers said rain gardens minimize storm water pollution and improve water quality. City officials said the South City area is their main focus, and recent projects were created […]
FAMU to remember fallen Rattler, hold candelight vigil
A man of impeccable character. He made everyone around him better and never looked down on another person. He had the manners, the brains and was an amazing athlete. Those are just a few of the warm words friends and family left in remembrance of Antwan “Kelo” Ivey. The 24-year-old […]
FAMU hosts ‘magical’ evening with business director
The Orlando Magic’s director of business development and legislative affairs presented “Life Lessons for Success, Leadership and Character” in Lee Hall on Wednesday. Lucas Boyce discussed what he called seven decisions for leadership. Each point began with the word “decide.” “My mother was a call girl,” Boyce said. “She had […]
Student launches college web series
A Florida A&M student has created a web series based on the overall undergraduate experience of students at historically black colleges and universities. “Undergrad Chronicles” is a story of eight students trying to make it through their junior year of college while also dealing with issues in their personal lives. […]
Sexual Assault in Florida on the Decline
Florida’s statistics on reported rape show a decline over the past 10 years. Crisis centers say that’s not the case — everyone does not report assault. According to the Florida Statistical Analysis Center, since 2003 Florida’s reports on rape by force have gone down. In 2011 (most recent numbers available) […]
FCAT to be replaced later this year
The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test has been a part of students’ lives for 16 years, but that will soon change. The FCAT will be replaced with a new test at the beginning of the 2014-2015 school year. Pam Stewart, Florida Department of Education Commissioner, said the new standardized test will give teachers […]
Police chief vies to make campus safer
Florida A&M’s police chief is taking new initiatives to elevate student safety. After several months as the director of public safety, Terence Calloway has made it his goal to ensure students feel comfortable at school. Students have become acclimated with many of the on-campus law enforcement, as well as the […]
Salvation Army to offer free beginners disaster services training
Emergency preparedness for natural and man-made disasters are crucial in this day and age. The Salvation Army of Tallahassee is offering free disaster services training Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at its office on 2410 Allen Road. Julie Smith, the community relations and volunteer coordinator for the Big […]