The Rattlers track and field team may be suiting up outdoors now, but judging by Saturday’s performance, that is the only thing that has changed. And head coach Wayne Angel could not be happier. Florida A&M garnered several top-tier performances and qualified for the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Outdoor Championship in […]
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Living On Campus is Economical
The place I call home is Palmetto South. I get my own room and I share a bathroom with only one other person. I have a stove, living room and ultimately my own space. I dont have to worry about rent, overages, or breaking a lease. My rent is $5,240 […]
An RA’s Duties Go Far Beyond the Desk
Calling myself a Resident Assistant is an understatement. Im more like a Life Assistant. Maybe a role model, considering my life is constantly scrutinized. To others, I’m a convenience store with arms and legs. However they view me, I’m an RA, and for three eventful years, Ive served the campus […]
‘Student Summit’ to Raise Issues among Minorities
Tallahassee students and national leaders in business, academia, media and education will come together this weekend to discuss major issues affecting America’s students. The Florida A&M Student Government Association will host the State of Black Student Summit Sunday at FAMU’s Alfred Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center and Teaching Gymnasium. “This summit […]
Phys. Ed. Student Attends National Fitness Convention
A Florida A&M University physical education student, Lance Williams, is scheduled to attend a national convention for the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education Recreation and Dance, a leading organization for health and fitness. AAHPERD is a non-profit, educational organization whose mission is to promote and support creative and healthy […]
Parade to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Get ready for a day filled with shamrocks, shades of green and plenty of fun when the Tallahassee Irish Society and the Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority hosts the third annual St. Patrick’s Day Downtown Parade on March 17. The parade will begin at 3:30 p.m., starting at the corner of […]
A Different World: No Spring Break for Me
Anxious to file my taxes this year, I stalked the mailman waiting for the delivery of my W-2 forms. I figured that if I filed on time, I could relax and enjoy the fruits of last year’s labor by splurging on Spring Break. The bills were due, but I was […]
Students Prefer Apartments that Financial Aid Friendly
Living off campus is no easy task especially when many students rely on financial aid to pay their rent. But many apartment complexes have started a new program called financial aid deferment that has made it easier for students to pay their monthly obligation. The program allows students to use their […]
City to hold meeting to address FAMU Way Extension Project
A major road expansion project returns to the local spotlight after being nonexistent for nearly two years. In an effort to maintain community activism, the City of Tallahassee is hosting an informational meeting to address the FAMU Way Extension Project. Thursday’s meeting will be an informative session for residents […]
Florida Senate Passes Bill to Grant Credit to Veterans
The Florida Senate has passed legislation that provides uniform rules for granting college credit to returning veterans for training and education earned on active duty. Senate Bill 532, sponsored by Thad Altman, R-Rockledge, will be sent to Gov. Rick Scott for his signature. In early 2012, the senate tried to […]