Florida A& M alumnus Raymond Maxwell lives in Washington D.C., serving as a Senior Foreign Service Officer. He has made his way to FAMU to tell students about his 16-year service in foreign politics, diplomacy and global engagement. He spoke to students at the School of Business and Industry (SBI) […]
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Jaheim released his ” Another Roun” with melodic songs and featured artists such as Jadakiss
Jaheim has released “Another Roun,” his fifth album showing a more mature side of the R&B singer/songwriter. The album debuted at the number three spot on the Billboard 200 and number two on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, selling 112,000 units in its first week. The album features one guest […]
Student Government Association discussed funding for the 2010 Benefit Concert for Haiti
Members of the Student Senate discussed and debated many topics for the university Monday, ranging from funding for the 2010 Benefit Concert for Haiti to future revisions of spring elections and special elections. A bill was passed to let the Haiti relief concert take place sometime in the near future. […]
FAMU Office of Counselling brings mental health awareness to the black community
Suicide is the third leading cause of death for black males between the ages 15 to 24, according to the American Association of Suicidology. Florida A& M is making an effort to bring mental health awareness to the black community. On Tuesday, FAMU co-hosted an HBCU Mental Awareness Day from […]
Dean of School Graduate Studies and Research appointed to the U.S Department of Education board
Chanta Haywood, the dean of FAMU’s Graduate Studies and Research department, has been appointed to serve on the Jacob K. Javits Fellowship Board at the U.S Department of Education. Haywood will still hold the position as dean while serving on the board. “I anticipate becoming an even better dean as […]
FAMU law students are becoming active legal assistance in the Orlando community
Law school students are taking active steps in the community to help local citizens who cannot afford legal fees. The Florida A&M College of Law has been awarded a civil clinic grant to help the homeless get legal representation. “I think the grant is a beautiful thing,” said clinical program […]
Rocking the boat: Live Blog
Please refresh frequently, all updates will come with time stamps. 5:24 Two losses by a total of two points. I am not sure which is the stronger emotion, Howard’s happiness or Florida A&M’s annoyance. Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, to the home stretch. Four games left in the season, all conference […]
Rattlers strike against Pirates: Live Blog
Please refresh frequently, all updates will come with real time stamps. 7:20 Stay tuned for live updates from tonights game against the Hampton University Pirates tip off is approximately 20 minutes away. 7:25 The Rattlers are looking to pick up their first win streak in MEAC play with a win […]
Lady Rattlers lose second straight in-conference game, fall 65-48 to Hampton
A lineup change can rouse second string players and invigorate starters, leading to a spike in play. This was not the case Monday night in the Al Lawson Center as the Lady Rattlers fell 65-48 to the Hampton University Lady Pirates. Head coach LeDawn Gibson started four players who typically […]
Ten most influential blacks
1. Oprah Winfrey: Winfrey was born into poverty. By age 32, she was a millionaire. According to Forbes Magazine, Winfrey is the first black billionaire and remains the richest woman on earth. (Tennessee State) 2. Toni Morrison: Morrison is the first black person to win a Nobel Peace prize […]