Florida college students gathered at the capitol Wednesday in order to help improve higher education and hold legislators accountable for their actions. Over 1,000 college students from around the state and advocates for higher education joined forces and attended the “Rally in Tally,” sponsored by the FORCE Coalition. FORCE, which […]
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Debate will not end with black church
As if the Catholic Church, the federal government and gay rights activists have not pushed the issue down everyone’s throats enough already, each of these groups is working on dragging a new advocate into their respective corners in the battle over same-sex marriages -the black church. The motivation to involve […]
Women rally for rights, equality
In the midst of a Tallahassee sunset on Monday, women from around the state of Florida -and the male supporters of their cause- rallied legislators, community members and representatives of women’s and civil rights groups to ensure equal rights for all Americans. The second annual Ratification Rally, sponsored by the […]
Softball defeats B-CC for first time in 2 years
The Lady Rattlers softball team split an important double header against their bitter conference rivals Bethune-Cookman College Wednesday. The Lady Rattlers mixed aggressive base running with solid and timely defensive plays to stay competitive with the defending Mid Eastern Athletic Conference champion Wildcats. In game 1, the Lady Rattlers fought […]
Students urged to protect property
Students may want to think twice before signing their lease. Paying attention to the intricate details as to whether or not a renter provides insurance for their residents is something that may be of importance. One FAMU alumnus said he has learned from a past incident not to take any […]
Real estate market strong in Tallahassee
With two universities and a community college, student housing is a hot commodity in Tallahassee. This reality has opened the door for independent real estate agents. According to Encyclopedia Americana, real estate is the name given to the business where people conduct commercial transactions in housing markets. It is also […]
Campus commute creates crisis
Because of overcrowding and other administrative issues, FAMU was forced to relocate hundreds of students to live in the Cottages of Magnolia and University Gardens apartment complexes. Students did not choose to live in these locations but because they needed or wanted the campus housing option, they had to comply […]
FAMU Announcements
The University Honors Program is asking for students to participate in the Bernard Hendricks Undergraduate Conference on March 23 – 24. If you would like to participate, please contact the Honors Program at 599-3540. The FSU College of Law is accepting applications for its 13th Annual Summer for Undergraduates Program. […]
Dorm conditions unbearable
Allow me to paint you a picture. When I walked in the 1st floor bathroom of the notorious Paddyfote B Building, the floor was soaked with sewage, the strong smell of urine corrupted the air, and roaches were crawling the sinks and walls. I deal with this experience often as […]
Planet’s plight is being overlooked
#8220;The Lorax”- a children’s story written by Dr. Seuss – depicts a wilderness setting where animals and nature harmoniously co-exist in a literal utopia. One day, a stranger wanders into this magnificent habitat and begins to destroy it in the name of monetary gain. “The Lorax,” a resident of the […]