Sunday, April 28, 2024
Serving as the 116th Miss Florida A&M University has come with many blessings. I have learned lessons that have not only carried me through this semester, but will carry me through life. I’ve learned more about my university, building relationships with strong but nurturing Rattlers who make up our beautiful […]
Little Masa is a unique and vibrant restaurant nestled in the heart of College Town. With its cozy atmosphere and flavorful cuisine, it has quickly become a local favorite for foodies and quick-commuting college students. The product of restaurateur Lucy Ho, who has a passion for bringing Asian cuisine to […]
With numerous bills making their way through Florida’s 2023 legislative session which target the rights and livelihoods of transgender residents, my fate lies in the hands of state legislators. While those in favor argue for the dissolution of our liberties under the guise of “public safety,” it becomes increasingly clear […]
We’re adults now. Why can’t we make our own decisions? The great debate about if missing a class a certain amount of times should cause students to fail a class, even if they’re passing, seems to keep coming up. Currently, many professors’ syllabi state that more than 3 or 4 […]
The greatest milestone for a Florida A&M University broadcast journalism or public relations major obtaining their degree is the Capstone process. Capstone is a presentation of a student’s portfolio, in which the student showcases works and projects throughout their time attending FAMU. Capstone has been an integral part of the […]
TikTok is at a crossroads after a United States Congress hearing about the app jeopardizing millions of Americans’ privacy. According to The New York Times, “Lawmakers in the United States, Europe, and Canada have escalated efforts to restrict access to TikTok.” TikTok is a short-form video hosting service owned by […]
In the era of mass shootings and bills being passed allowing guns to be carried without permits, one starts to wonder if we are actually safe on college campuses, more importantly, Historically Black Colleges and Universities. With Florida House Bill 543 being passed on Monday, this now means that a […]
When most people think about a first responder, they consider the following: police officers, EMTs, EMS, and any nurse or doctor around the premises. In the ’60s, during segregation, Black communities relied on funeral homes, midwives, and any trained caretaker to nurse them back to health. These accommodations were due […]
What does it mean to be economically empowered? Is it a better education, access to credit building, or a higher minimum wage? Most people would say it is all those opportunities and more. To be economically empowered is to be better prepared financially. It is knowing your way around money, […]
Every day, news and media outlets report a new tragedy that strikes a community. From mass shootings and violent crimes to political bigotry taking place, the general public has grown tired of bad news. A U.S. News & World Report detailing a mass shooting that resulted in the loss of […]