The end of the year can take its toll on college students. Finals are never fun to experience, and they often bring the usual rigmarole of final projects, last minute studying and fast-paced “housekeeping” in terms of grades. Besides that, students can go through a lot of pains when […]
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Blasphemous ink
As tattoos gain popularity, many people seek to display their spiritual beliefs through various religious-inspired tattoos, such as crosses, angels, Bible verses and praying hands. Although these expressions of appreciation may be done with good intentions, for most religions, tattoos are considered forms of blasphemy rather than respect. The […]
Design students to be recognized for winning state award
Eighteen graphic design students will be honored Thursday at the School of Journalism and Graphic Communication’s all-school colloquium. These students represented FAMU this fall at the 2012 Printing Association of Florida’s (PAF) Print Awards, which was hosted in Orlando. Twelve students won the award of excellence, three students were […]
Burning both ends, wearing yourself thin
Throughout high school, my father always said, “Don’t burn the candle at both ends.” It was not until I got to college that I realized what he meant. Prioritizing your day is essential to leading a healthy lifestyle and graduating with your sanity. It is true that people make […]
Deltas, OSA celebrate holidays by giving back
The Beta Alpha Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. is making a list and checking it twice. The sorority will co-sponsor the Second Annual “Color of Christmas” with the Office of Student Activities. Some of the entertainment will include the Beta Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority […]
Documentaries showcase journalism students talent
Florida A&M’s School of Journalism and Graphic Communication will present its biannual J-School Journals: “Untold Stories” on Saturday at 7 p.m. in Lee Hall Auditorium. The event will feature a series of 15-minute documentaries, which give insight into issues that are not usually discussed in society. These documentaries touch […]
Hands off your phone, eyes on the road
A bill was filed in the Senate on Nov. 21 that would ban drivers from typing or reading texts, emails and other electronic messaging while driving. The measure (SB 52) was filed by Sen. Nancy Detert, R-Venice. Known as “secondary offense,” an officer can only issue a ticket for […]
Protection disguised as punishment victimize players
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is forced to deal with one pressing question every year – should college athletes be paid? The NCAA always answers with a resounding no. Despite the number of scandals of players being paid off and stories of boosters helping recruits, the NCAA has […]
Decorum
Everyone files into a seat like God left a personal name tag in it. I’ve seen the order of things too many times to notice if anything was different. Roll call is similar to military, makes you question who really saving your life. The ones who […]
Awareness event a success to all who attended
In honor of World AIDS Day, Big Bend Cares called women of all ages to participate in Its a She Thang—–Transitioning Girls Into Women. The event, which was hosted by WCTV producer Dadrian Robinson, took place at the Leon County Health Departments Richardson Lewis building on Saturday. The program specifically […]