The letters APX are seen on trees and T-shirts all around campus, but very few people outside the Florida A&M University School of Architecture know what the Greek letters represent. Alpha Rho Chi Fraternity, Inc. was founded in 1914 and is the only national professional and social fraternity for architecture […]
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The Rock shines as delinquents’ football coach in ‘Gridiron Gang’
Wow! That is the only word that can describe the movie “Gridiron Gang.” At first glance of the previews, you would think “Gridiron Gang” is yet another predictable, inspirational movie about helping underprivileged children. But when you see the movie, you will be amazed. Based on a true story, “Gridiron […]
Spinach not as healthy as we thought
For years, we’ve been told the key to a healthy diet is monitoring the kinds of foods we eat and increasing fruits and vegetables in our diets. The best vegetables to eat are the green, leafy ones. In fact, one particularly helpful vegetable is spinach. According to Linda Felt’s book, […]
Know your rights when handling shady landlords
In Tallahassee, it seems landlords are working overtime to get over on student tenants. If you’ve ever had to deal with a landlord who said your apartment complex was bought by a larger company and your unit, which was considered an “apartment” yesterday, is now considered a condominium, or that […]
Saying ‘no’ is a hard thing to do for student athletes
All I am asking for is one concession – just one. It’s not on my behalf, but for Reggie Bush, and athletes like him who just couldn’t afford to say no. On Thursday, the folks at Yahoo! released a story on the up and coming superstar about his alleged acceptance […]
Human Papillomavirus as contagious as common cold, hard to detect
The Human Papillomavirus is as contagious as a common cold, and it is estimated that 20 million Americans are affected by this sexually transmitted disease. The disease targets both men and women, and most people are unaware of the disease or its effects. HPV can cause genital warts within the […]
Women uneducated about summer hair care
Many Florida A&M University women find it harder to manage their hair in this late summer season when Tallahassee experiences what is considered the most hot and humid weather. The summer often brings rain, and August’s average temperature was 92 degrees, according to www.weather.com. “You really can’t manage your hair […]
Students living in dormitories at a greater risk of catching meningitis
Dorm residents beware. There is a dangerous disease spreading in our country, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov), students in dorms are at a higher risk of catching it. This disease inflames the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. If left untreated, it […]
2006-2007 SGA Inauguration Ceremony
The 2006-2007 SGA Inauguration Ceremony will take place Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in Lee Hall. For more information, please contact Harry Hawkins at (850) 599-3624 or send an e-mail to sgalistens@yahoo.com
Meet the Greeks
Meet FAMU Greeks in the Grand Ballroom Wednesday at 7 p.m. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Attire is business casual. Please contact Cherline Pierre via e-mail at pierrecherline@yahoo.com for more information.