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Rattlers outlast Spartans

Terrence Woods scored 38 points and Demarcus Wilkins added 17 to lead the men’s basketball team to a 76-72 victory against Norfolk State. The Rattlers shot 63 percent from the free throw line for the game and are shooting 68 percent for the season.

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Cast weaves laughs into drama

Humor never felt so good, especially when you are laughing at a voluptuous little person, a gum-smacking, around-the-way girl and a flamboyant gay man (two snaps). On Sunday, Jan. 11, guests crowded FAMU’s Lee Hall to watch Shelly Garrett’s stage play, “Beauty Shop: Under New Management.” The play takes place […]

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Alumnus explores ‘Politics, Love’ in book

While some people choose to sell incense, bootleg compact discs and imitation designer handbags on the Set, one man has opted to sell soul. Art Wallace, also known as Wiseone, has been selling his first published collection of poetry on the Set since the fall. He said he plans to […]

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Students create unofficial hoilday

While some students are setting their alarms to pay homage to the nonviolent activist of the 1960s Civil Rights movement, Wynton Geary is looking forward to making up for overdue hours of sleep. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation will take place Thursday at 10:10 a.m. in Jake Gaither Gymnasium, […]

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Dance troupe brings unique flavor to campus

It’s time for a new dance troupe to take center stage. For the past few months, some former members of Mahogany and Essence Dance Theatres have been joining a dance theater called Restoration. Dewick Cooper, Restoration’s artistic director, said the 10-member, Christian-based dance ensemble separates itself from other troupes on […]

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Music divides listeners

Last year, Vibe Magazine reported that each of Eminem’s albums sold over 4 million units while Black Star sold fewer than 400, 000. For music fans, these figures can have several meanings. For some, it may mean urban music is progressing and rap artists’ music are selling like hotcakes. Others […]

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Gibbs to bring structure to Redskins

Joe, Joe he’s our man. If he can’t do it, no one can. It’s a good thing Joe Gibbs came back from retirement to coach the Redskins. It certainly beats watching the Ol’ Ball Coach stubbornly refuse to adjust his coaching style to the NFL ranks. Who cares if it […]

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‘I have to tell you something’

When asked how students can tell their mates they have a sexually transmitted disease, Interim Director of the Counseling Center Harold Ford suggested simply starting with “I have to tell you something.” “It’s better to deal with the hardest thing first,” he said. “Put everything out on the table.” STDs […]

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Prices force alternatives

With dictionary-sized textbooks that can give students lower back problems before the age of 25, and cost up to one month’s car payment, some students are taking a liberal approach and going through classes without the required text. Sibeko Jywanza, a senior business administration student, tries to avoid sacrificing his […]

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Rose’s play worthy of induction

He is recognized as an all-time great in his chosen profession. Not only for the many records and accomplishments of his career, but also for the scandal that has stained his image. Can you guess who it is? Thought I was talking about Michael Jackson, didn’t you? Not yet, at […]