Yes it is that time again; time for the football game road trips, a time for students to have that last bit of fun before classes get overwhelming. This weekend the mighty Rattlers of Florida A&M University travel to Miami to take on the Golden Panthers of Florida International University. […]

Proper dieting techniques are vital in the lives of college students to ensure a healthy lifestyle and to assist in preventing the onset of illnesses common to unhealthy dietary practices. According to a 2002 Collegiate Presswire, results from “Tufts Longitudinal Health Study” showed eating habits established during the college years […]

I am disappointed yet again with FAMU’s Financial Aid. It has been over a month since school has started and I have not received my net check. Most upperclassmen have rent to pay that is due at the first of the month and they do not care that FAMU is […]

This year hurricane Katrina and Rita shocked those living off the Gulf of Mexico. Since 2004, hurricanes have rocked the southeast region of the United States. Last year hurricanes slammed Florida: Charley a category four, Frances a category two, Ivan a category four and Jeanne a category three-all storms hitting […]

You come from a wealthy background. Money and a good education have always been familiar to you. The twist is that you are a special case. The majority of your own ethnicity could not be further from prosperity and schooling. You have the task of choosing to continue life happily […]

FAMU instructor and County Commissioner Dr. Bill Proctor said he tries to challenge his students “to have an awareness of their community and to know the importance of their role in community life.” Proctor, a native of Tallahassee, was raised by parents who thoroughly enforced reading. His mother was a […]

Just when we thought that the matters of New Orleans were resolved, another one arises. On Tuesday, N.O. Police Chief Eddie Compass stepped down from his position after 26 years on the police force. The reasons for his resignation are uncertain. Nevertheless, New Orleans is in dire need of a […]

The Tallahassee Democrat reported Thursday that Leon County teachers would receive a retroactive pay raise and an improved health plan. Beginning teacher’s salaries will be increased from $29,000 to $30, 650 per year and current teachers’ increases will range from $1,650 to $2,800. Although this means that Leon County teachers […]

Four seasons, 444 games and 981 plate appearances. That’s how long it’s been since Ken Griffey Jr. hit at least 30 homeruns in a single season. Many critics across the nation have questioned The Kid’s ability to perform at an elite level. Once hailed as the chosen one to surpass […]

The Rattlers hope to reach their first winning record of the season, while the Golden Panthers of Florida International University hope to reach their first win in Saturday’s Orange Blossom Classic in Miami. In the second meeting between the two in-state rivals, the Rattlers hope to even the score on […]