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Coppin State Eagles fly past Rattlers

In a nail biting game against the Coppin State Eagles, the Florida A&M men’s basketball team fell short during the last 45 seconds, losing 69-68 Monday night. The game was tied up eight times and had 16 lead changes. A dunk by Eagles’ Julian Conyers at 13:31 gave Coppin a […]

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Florida A&M outplayed, outnumbered by Coppin

The Lady Rattlers fought hard and put up a great effort but still fell prey to the Coppin State Eagles 85-64 Monday night at Gaither Gym. Coach Debra Clark said the game was very tough. “Their team has so much depth with their size and speed,” Clark said. “They noticed […]

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Student PR firm unveils new look

PRodigy announced its new slogan, logo and company initiatives for the spring semester at its press conference Feb. 18 at 10 a.m. PRodigy, is a Florida A&M University campus-based, student-run public relations firm. It was founded in the early 1990s and serves as an opportunity for public relations students to […]

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Leadbelly: Poet brings FAMU knowledge & soul

Florida A&M University experienced a day of poetry and uncut wisdom on Monday from Tyehimba Jess, the author of the award-winning poetry book, “Leadbelly.” After reciting a soulful and uplifting piece from his poetry collection, Jess left the audience thrown because his soft-spoken voice and conservative appearance didn’t match his […]

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In-state schools shortchange full college experience

I drink pop, not soda; I wear “zillions,” not “micro braids;” and I like all four seasons, particularly the one with snow. I am an out-of-state student. I honestly can’t tell you whether it’s best to stay home for school or go out of state. In my three years as […]

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Newspaper not to blame for reporting news on the band

We take this job seriously. Do not dodge our calls; do not walk by us on The Set. Pick us up and arm yourself with information. It’s our job at The Famuan to give it to you, three times a week in print and online. I do not know if […]

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Mother says police brutally injured son

Elaine Anderson dropped her son off at about 8:30 p.m. at a party at the Collegiate Village Inn on W. Tennessee Street. She instructed Darius Campbell, 16, to go to Cici’s Pizza with friends afterward and call when he was finished. Anderson received a call that night. But not from […]

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University must do a better job when it comes to communication

Clarity. That is what students at Florida A&M University need and deserve. That is also what we do not get. With any organization, clear communication is critical. Communication ensures things run smoothly, and that everyone knows his or her role. Information should flow from the top down, starting with organizational […]

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Janitors call treatment unfair and disrespectful

Members of the university custodial staff are upset with university administrators, accusing Physical Plant managers of unprofessional behavior, disrespect, unfair timekeeping practices and neglect in handling their complaints. Custodial worker Gerald Smith has been at Florida A&M University for more than 25 years. He alleged that in recent years, management […]

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Procrastinators feel the sting of late work

Winter is now here and the school year is almost over. As the semester winds down, students are now hustling to do last minute work, finish assignments, prepare projects and ultimately pass their classes. While some students tend to their work through the course of the semester, other students chose […]