The pandemic has forced many safety concerns for those who are celebrating Halloween this year. But Halloween isn’t cancelled, it will just be more creative than ever. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that citizens make safety their top priority for Halloween. The outline for considerations for events […]
Opinions
The GOP needs Florida
President Trump and Vice President Pence hosted campaign rallies this past weekend for a final attempt to win the Florida vote. Being that Second Lady Karen Pence held a campaign event in Pensacola last week, it is safe to say the Republicans are desperate for Florida’s vote. In the 2016 […]
Did the BET homecoming special do HBCUs justice?
In efforts to keep the culture relevant, BET and Youtube Originals presented “HBCU Homecoming: Meet Me On the Yard,” last night. Hosted by HBCU graduates ‘LaLa’ Anthony and rapper 2 Chainz, the event aimed to highlight the HBCU homecoming experience, raise money for HBCUs and fill the void felt by […]
Ice Cube’s message should be redirected
Ice Cube has inducted himself as the new voice of the Black community when it comes to political affairs but went about it the wrong way. The West Coast rapper has been advocating for Black rights ever since his N.W.A. days and has asserted his stance within the political field […]
Should students get a grading policy modification for fall semester
Giving students the option to request satisfactory/unsatisfactory or letter grades will help students excel academically after facing hard times this fall semester and still getting acclimated to virtual learning. Being a college student in the middle of a pandemic while practicing virtual learning is still a work in progress and […]
Lifting the curfew could create more issues in Tallahassee
With a total of three colleges, all known for their parties, Tallahassee has been the center of media attention when it comes to collegiate experiences. Now with COVID-19 and a fleet of students ready to hit the nightlife scene, Tallahassee has become a breeding ground for the spread of this […]
Is one source of income enough?
Many people have found that they have an entrepreneurial side that they never knew they had before the arrival of the coronavirus crisis. Nora March, a Florida A&M University student, was once an employee at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. Because she is considered a high-risk for contracting COVID-19, she had to […]
Salary increase for Florida teachers nowhere near enough
In June, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill for Florida teachers’ starting salary to increase to a minimum of $47,500. Not only did DeSantis not keep his promise, but their salaries will only increase by $5,800 for a total of $43,304 a year. This is alarmingly low, especially during the […]
Sister, Sister gives a feeling of representation
90s television show Sister, Sister hit Netflix Sept. 1. The show starring identical twin sisters, Tia and Tamera Mowry as Tia Landry and Tamera Campbell, displayed their life after accidentally meeting each other and taking us along on their teenage adventures. Over 20 years later, it’s proven that the show still has […]
Don’t let your parents decide your vote
Being in your late teens and early twenties can be a thrilling time of your life. Embarking on your collegiate experience, moving out for the first time or gaining a new sense of independence are exciting life changes that many people are navigating at this age. Exercising your civic duty […]