Budget cuts, anti-hazing and student retention concerns have rocked the not so solid foundation of Florida A&M. Students, faculty and staff have been blitzed by these matters, but just who is behind the decision-making in these controversial issues? Surprisingly, the majority of students do not know. Of 35 students asked, only about 15 […]
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Local officials push for Amtrak comeback
The city of Tallahassee and Leon County officials have called for the return of Amtrak passenger train services. North Florida has been without Amtrak since 2005 when Hurricane Katrina damaged part of the Sunset Limited route that stretches from New Orleans to Jacksonville. But that will soon change. City […]
St. Patrick’s Day festivities draw fun, concern from law enforcement
St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner and many are excited to partake in the festivities Tallahassee has to offer. According to a study done by the U.S. Census Bureau, Info Please and Book of Odds, almost 50 percent of adults plan on celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this […]
TCC and FAMU create transfer student convergence plan
Transferring from a community college to a university can be difficult for many students, but Tallahassee Community College and Florida A&M are pursuing a way to make the process easier. The Rattler Room, an on-campus site at TCC, allows students to discover the areas of study FAMU offers, as […]
City to hold meeting to address FAMU Way Extension Project
A major road expansion project returns to the local spotlight after being nonexistent for nearly two years. In an effort to maintain community activism, the City of Tallahassee is hosting an informational meeting to address the FAMU Way Extension Project. Thursday’s meeting will be an informative session for residents […]
Phys. Ed. Student Attends National Fitness Convention
A Florida A&M University physical education student, Lance Williams, is scheduled to attend a national convention for the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education Recreation and Dance, a leading organization for health and fitness. AAHPERD is a non-profit, educational organization whose mission is to promote and support creative and healthy […]
‘Student Summit’ to Raise Issues among Minorities
Tallahassee students and national leaders in business, academia, media and education will come together this weekend to discuss major issues affecting America’s students. The Florida A&M Student Government Association will host the State of Black Student Summit Sunday at FAMU’s Alfred Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center and Teaching Gymnasium. “This summit […]
An RA’s Duties Go Far Beyond the Desk
Calling myself a Resident Assistant is an understatement. Im more like a Life Assistant. Maybe a role model, considering my life is constantly scrutinized. To others, I’m a convenience store with arms and legs. However they view me, I’m an RA, and for three eventful years, Ive served the campus […]
Sampson, Young: One Year Later
Sampson and Young halls were re-opened in the fall of 2011 after undergoing a complete revamp to bring the historic buildings into the modern age. The renovations have been well-accepted by students who reside in these halls. The dorms had been closed for seven years due to outdated building codes […]
Seminoles Depart for NCAA Tournament after Historic Win by Black Coach
The Florida State Seminoles departed Wednesday afternoon for 2012 NCAA basketball tournament to a crowd gathered outside of the Civic Center. Head coach Leonard Hamilton was the first African-American to win the ACC Championship Sunday in an 85 to 82 win over North Carolina University. The team’s first tournament game […]