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A family affair

  Hell hath no fury like the other woman. This proved true with the affair between David Petraeus and his biographer. Affairs are nothing new when it comes to public officials. Society is so desensitized to this act that it has become expected. The one thing that not even the […]

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Models, moguls and Macy’s

  Attending Florida A&M can put anyone in the arena to come across great opportunities. When asked if I wanted to style a fashion show sponsored by Macy’s and Russell Simmons, I almost died right there.  If this wasn’t broke and famous I don’t know what is.  Simmons is an […]

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Four years of uncertainty with Romney

On Election Night, The Famuan had two versions of the paper ready to go. This was our opinion had Mitt Romney won. Governor Mitt Romney has now become President-Elect Romney after a particularly tense election campaign. A few questions persist as to what his presidency will mean for the country: How will his […]

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Rattlers celebrate win during homecoming

  The highest of seven hills is celebrating two historic events – the 125th anniversary of Florida A&M during homecoming week and the re-election of President Barack Obama.  With celebrity appearances, high-class events and the aromas of fried fish, funnel cakes and jumbo turkey legs, many Rattlers from around the […]

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The disease of racism

  When most people think of racism, they think black and white.  However, the boundaries of racism extend much further than those solid colors. While many would love to support the notion that racism is dead, this is not the case. Modern day bigots are usually frowned upon due to […]

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A letter to Zoe

  I know lately you have received many letters. In this day and age, you’ve probably received more emails. But I just wanted to write you a letter from a man’s perspective, one who has enjoyed you in many roles, exploring your comedic side in “Guess Who” as well as […]

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4 page letter to Zoe

  Dear Zoe Saldana,   I know lately you have received many letters. It might have been more emails in this day and age. But I just wanted to write you a letter from a man’s perspective, one that has enjoyed you in many roles. One who has enjoyed your […]

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Lest we forget our true purpose

Nolan McCaskill Homecoming is a week that past and current Rattlers can enjoy along with visitors from around the country. Students should enjoy the privileges of being a Rattler, but remember why you are here. Millions of students are attaining degrees each year – millions. The cost of attendance at […]

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This is how we feel

  It is finally over. We braved the waters of yet another tumultuous campaign season and a winner has surfaced. The Obama family will remain in the White House and the country lies in wait of the promised move “forward.” With the president sitting in for his second term, the […]

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Homecoming ignites the strike in Rattlers

  This homecoming, we are all gathering to show our everlasting love for Florida A & M.   We are celebrating its legacy by remembering a school that started 125 years ago with 15 students and two professors, to what is now one of the most distinguished historically black universities […]