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FAMU grad produces viral TikTok sound

It was a simple idea that struck gold. A recent graduate of Florida A&M University and Quincy, FL native turned into an overnight sensation by producing a beat that went viral on social media. Jarvis Rittman, known as “Jritt” to his growing fan base, combined the unlikely pair of “Deli” […]

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Basketball season tips off with Rattler Mania

The women’s and men’s basketball teams gave an insight to the upcoming season by hosting ‘Rattler Mania’ in the Al Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center. Rattler Mania started off with Coach Gordon introducing her players and giving fans something to look forward to. Following the girls’ introductions, Coach McCullum gave an […]

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FAMU on the road at Alabama A&M

After a resounding 45-7 homecoming victory over Prairie View A&M, the Rattlers head back on the road Saturday to take on the 4-4 Alabama A&M Bulldogs. Looking to keep the six-game win streak alive, this will be another road test for the Rattlers. Alabama A&M is coming off of a […]

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Generation Action fights anti-abortion laws

Abortion has been a widely debated topic across the country since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade 18 months ago. Multiple states have proceeded with either banning abortion completely or limiting the procedure, which is what lawmakers in Florida have done by enacting a 6-week ban. This decision has not gone without […]

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Romanticizing abuse in media

The romanticization of abuse in media has been normalized within Gen-Z culture, especially with the rise in the use of social media accessibility. Recent television shows such as Euphoria, Blueface and Chrisean: Crazy in Love, or fictional characters Harley Quinn and the Joker each depicts scenes of physical abuse which […]

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Tallahassee’s club scene raises concerns

The annual homecoming celebration at Florida A&M University is a time of festivities and reunions, but it also brings to light some concerning issues related to the city’s club scene. In recent years, the combination of FAMU’s homecoming and the vibrant nightlife has raised serious safety concerns. During homecoming week, […]

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New bill addresses Florida’s mental health crisis

Florida is making determined strides to confront its escalating mental health crisis head-on. As Senate Bill 164 moves through the legislative processes, it promises transformation, offering a glimmer of hope to countless individuals struggling with mental illness. SB 164 addresses the urgent workforce shortage among mental health professionals, a significant […]

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UFF-FAMU raises concerns about faculty pay gap

In early September, Florida A&M University President Larry Robinson released letters announcing a performance-based wage increase for eligible faculty, administrators and staff. “It gives me great pleasure to announce that special funding has been set aside to provide a recurring 3 percent performance-based wage increase, effective August 18, 2023, for […]