In 1933 at the Orange Blossom Classic, “the granddaddy of all modern Black College classics,” FAMU defeated Howard 9-6. It was the first year that the classic took place and these two teams began a tradition that lasted 68 years. FAMU defeated Howard three times thereafter in 1974, 1996, and […]
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Arab-Americans quickly becoming nation’s ‘new negro’
During my freshman year my sisters and I went to Jacksonville to catch a plane home for Thanksgiving. The first sign of a delay was when we printed our e-tickets at the airport and my older sister and I had tickets marked “random search.” I guess it didn’t help that […]
Flavor of Love embarrassing to blacks
Alright VH1, this isn’t funny anymore. Watching women argue over the greatest “hype-man” in history was entertaining…for a little while. But now, it’s hard to watch “Flavor of Love 2” without a twinge of embarrassment. Some people might ask why this show is so offensive. Who doesn’t want to watch […]
Afternoon convocation a low priority for students
The Annual President’s Convocation has been changed from Sunday, Sept. 24 at 4p.m. to Friday, Sept. 22 at 3p.m. This change is probably an attempt to get students in Gaither Gym without missing classes. But does this really mean students will come? President’s Convocation has never been a real draw […]
Kappa case put on hold
Attorneys for the five Florida A&M University fraternity members charged with hazing will learn Thursday from Circuit Judge Kathleen Dekker whether their clients will have to stand trial.Dekker granted a motion for a continuance filed by Assistant State Attorney Frank Allman Monday. The trial, which was set to begin Monday, […]
First medical career fair
For the first time in Florida A&M University history, the university hosted what is hoped to be an annual career fair targeting students looking for a job in the fields of medicine and science. “The purpose of the event is to expose students of education, biology and pre-med to different […]
First university convocation rescheduled for next Friday
The student senate convened Monday for the third session of the year. Issues discussed included the convocation being moved back to Friday, Mr. FAMU being issued an order of restraint and the approval of Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society for Activities and Services funding, among other things. At last week’s […]
A Network of Our Own meeting tonight
A Network of Our Own will be holding its first general body meeting at 8 p.m. in the SJGC building, room 2041. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in the entertainment industry come to the meeting where we will give you the opportunity to network with students who are […]
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. present “Step Ya Game Up”
The Brothers of the Hard Alpha Eta chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. present “Step Ya Game Up,” an Interactive seminar about the art of stepping. Attendees are encouraged to dress comfortably and to arrive at 7:35 p.m. in the Rattler’s Den. For more information, contact William Smith at […]
Project H.O.M.E meeting
Project H.O.M.E will be holding its first general body meeting at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in GC Room 101 to discuss handout dates and service projects. Applications for officer positions will also be handed out. New members are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Alexis Henderson at project_home01@yahoo.com.