One of the best school year celebrations is on its way-Homecoming. Unfortunately I am one of the few people not excited to see T.I., Lil Wayne, Trick Daddy or Plies for the umpteenth time. In my three years at Florida A&M University, I have seen the same kind of artist […]

With the addition of eight men, the Florida A&M University cheerleading squad has become the largest in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. Brandi Tatum, fourth year head cheerleading coach, learned of the good news this summer during around table discussion with other MEAC cheerleading coaches. ” This is the biggest squad […]

Despite a valiant effort, the Florida A&M University women’s volleyball team fell short in the first game of the season against Florida State University at the Tully Gym Aug. 29. In the first half of the game, FSU’s Brianna Barry took the first kill of the game. By the first […]

Bragg Stadium was a sea of orange and green on opening day as 18,088 fans were in attendance to support the Florida A&M University football team. Fans weren’t disappointed as the Rattlers beat the Alabama State University Hornets, 30-20. The Rattler offense appeared strong in the first quarter relying heavily […]

Everyone has a little dirty laundry. And when it comes to the housewives of Wisteria Lane, nobody showcases it better. Since fall 2004, ABC’s award winning series, Desperate Housewives, has continued to entertain both men and women viewers alike. The combination of five fervent women, along with compelling mysteries, juicy […]

Dressed in academic regalia, professors filed into Gaither Gymnasium Friday morning to join students, staff, and alumni at the first convocation of the year. Despite the blistering heat many were excited about the newly required academic dress code. “It’s always hot but we’re glad to put it back on,” said […]

An overflow of students at a work-study meeting Thursday night caused an atmosphere of confusion for those seeking information. It began when students gathered in the Rattler’s Den at 6 p.m. to receive information for the University’s work-study program. The facilitators provided information packets and explained what documents were needed […]

The service for E. Mychelle Powell, 38, a 2004 Florida A&M University graduate, was held on Saturday at Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church. The Tallahassee native died on Aug. 21 in her hometown after a long battle with cancer. Powell earned a bachelors degree from the School of Journalism and Graphic […]

President Ammons declared 2008-2009 the Year of the Rattler Friday morning, announcing a five-year plan for FAMU’s growth in eight select areas. Gaither Gymnasium, which holds more than 3000 people, was filled to capacity during the All-University President’s Convocation, where President James H. Ammons, layed out his goals for the […]

Saturday’s first home game is approaching soon but who will be calling the game is still up in the air. According to the Tallahassee Democrat, the latest broadcaster for the Rattlers, Roy Eavins was fired less than a month after he was picked to replace Keith Miles, a professor for […]