The African-American community could enjoy another political victory this fall if former deputy attorney general, Eric Holder, succeeds in his bid to become the first black Attorney General of  America. If confirmed by the United States senate, the 57 year old politician will make history under the Obama administration. During […]

As the end of the year nears, a recap of crime reports on Florida A&M University’s campus showed rates have increased slightly compared to last year.  The number of grand thefts at student housing increased by 10 percent this year compared to 2007. Areas like Palmetto Street, Phase III and Paddyfoote had the […]

Tallahassee’s real estate market has been minimally affected by the severe downturn the country’s housing market has faced this year. “It’s a lot more stable,” said Steven Louchheim, executive director of the Tallahassee Board of Realtors. Since Tallahassee is the state’s capital, local residents working for the state have been able to […]

The FAMU Pre-Law Chapter of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International is planning to attend the inauguration of president-elect Barack Obama in January.  More than 20 members of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity are expected to attend the inauguration in Washington D.C. in an effort to witness a historical moment […]

When 20-year-old Shay Simpkins went into the Florida A&M University’s clinic earlier this semester for a simple physical, she left with more than she bargained for.  “I have anemia and this semester I went to the clinic for a physical and they told me that I have neutrophilia, (a type […]

Finishing up my last semester at Flordia A&M University, my family arrived in droves to witness their youngest boy cross the stage and shake President Ammons’ hand. Now those memories have come and gone. As the job market gets tougher and tougher to break into and the corporate and professional […]

Every year we go to the doctor for an annual check up, at least we should. Doctors usually check for our blood pressure, cholesterol, and vital signs. But what if a Human Immunodeficiency Virus test was added as one of the required exams? Would you opt-out? Two years ago, government […]

As a previous employee and current volunteer at the Bethel Boys and Girls Club, the realization of the significance in being a mentor and making a difference in the life of children is ever-present. However, others don’t see how important it is to take at least one hour out of […]

After a drastic season change from last year with a record of (9-3, 5-3 in MEAC), the Florida A&M University Rattlers will not be one of the 16 teams in the playoffs. After a 26-year absence, South Carolina State University will be returning to the Football Championship Subdivision playoffs after […]

The Shack, a novel written by William P. Young, is a #1 New York Times bestseller. The novel delves into the life of its central character in a way many books do not. The Shack, about an ordinary family, focuses on a father’s journey through life. The father, Mack, lived […]