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Wednesday is FAMU Day at the Capitol

Florida A&M University is preparing for the annual event, “FAMU Day at the Capitol,” which will take place Wednesday.  The event will begin at 10 a.m. and it will kick off with the cheer team, students, alumni and, of course,  The Marching 100. The idea behind FAMU Day at the […]

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Push on for Florida Museum of Black History

The Florida African American Task Force has been planning on creating an African American History Museum in the state. This museum will be built to showcase the contributions that Black Americans have made in Florida.  There were eight people appointed to the task force by Gov. Ron DeSantis and Senate […]

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Florida House tackles sexual misconduct in schools

As a response to growing concerns regarding sexual misconduct in educational settings, Florida lawmakers have introduced House Bill 947, aiming to enhance sexual misconduct awareness across public K-20 institutions.  The bill holds particular significance for schools and universities in Tallahassee, including Florida A&M University where administrators and students are actively […]

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University on track to build 700-bed dorm

Florida A&M University signed a $97.5 million 30-year loan Tuesday to finance the construction of a new 700-bed  residence hall. The funding is being provided via the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Capital Financing Program by the U.S. Department of Education. In the fourth-floor conference room of Lee Hall, President […]

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A rise in SGA vacancies

Florida A&M Student Government Association consists of student leaders advocating for the student body. SGA’s main priorities include pushing for higher involvement from the student body while also working to address the concerns of students and implement changes for the betterment of the student body. SGA at FAMU mirrors state […]

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Charter Review Committee hears from public

Tallahassee’s Charter Review Committee held its fifth meeting on Thursday to discuss the size of the city commission, possible pay hikes, and future elections while welcoming input from the public. According to Talgov.com, the CRC aims to consider four main topics: the number of seats on the city’s governing body, […]

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State senator wants to regulate fantasy sports

Fantasy sports have become a cultural phenomenon, captivating the attention of millions worldwide. In recent years, the rise of fantasy sports betting has added another layer of excitement and engagement for participants. However, with this surge in popularity comes the need to ensure fairness, integrity and responsible participation. Florida is […]

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J-school now home to Dept. of Social Work

From the drills vibrating against the walls to the empty offices being filled, students at Florida A&M’s School of Journalism and Graphic Communication have become curious about what’s happening inside their building. What is it, you may ask? The answer is simple: The Department of Social Work, a unit in […]