Colleges and universities spend close to $2 billion each year on energy according to energystar.gov. Harnessing solar power however, is one way to reduce energy use and cost. As a part of the SunSmart program, a 6kW solar photovoltaic ground mount was built at the FAMU/FSU College of Engineering. SunSmart […]
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Rainwater project saves campus green
Although Florida A&M’s colors are orange and green, this Sunday the university will be going all the way green with a rainwater collection project. Taking part in the 350.org’s global initiative to tackle climate change, “Do 10 for 10-10-10” campaign, students’ faculty and staff are being challenged to make […]
Community gets green lesson
#8220;Sustainability and You” is a new community learning series that kicks off Thursday. This series is designed with engaging interactive workshops promoted to help the community learn about sustainability practices and principles. Educating the community on sustainability, the ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising the […]
Conference announces broadband grant
Florida A&M students and residents of Tallahassee are the beneficiaries of a $1.5 million grant that the U.S. Department of Commerce gave to FAMU to establish a Center for Public Computing and Workforce Development. FAMU held a press conference, on Oct. 6, at 10: 30 a.m., on 1600 Wahnish […]
Renowned Jazz musician performs
The Lyceum series is helping jazz make its way to the hill. Nat Adderley Jr., former musical director for Luther Vandross, will be performing on Friday with his trio for the first time on FAMU’s campus. His show is called “Music of Cannonball and Nat Adderley,” and the […]
Examining vegetarian diet
One of the hottest trends of the decade is the movement to go green. Students are adding their own spin to the movement, including wearing natural hair, vintage shopping and eating natural foods. More than ever people are beginning to adopt an “all natural” lifestyle, and being a vegetarian […]
Wrestlers pumped for upcoming season
The Florida A&M wrestling is bringing experience and newfound dedication to the table in pursuit of a championship. Brandon Jennings, third year wrestler from Tampa Fla., said the team is adjusting to the new ways of a new head coach. “We are the same team under new leadership; we are […]
Words to uplift a generation
As a Queen I shine. Like the diamonds God planted on Africa’s back Skin kissed by the sun I am happy to say I’m beautiful and black. I descend from Queen Nefertiti So it is instinct to rule my own grounds And always walk with a crown. Able to move […]
Cancer: a student’s battle
I’ve always been interested in writing stories and poetry about my life. Truthfully, I’ve just been looking for any way to tell my story and maybe even help others who may be going through some of the same things that I am. It started in May. At first, it […]
The Eddie Long Affair
On Sept. 21, news broke of lawsuits and allegations against Atlanta-area televangelist Bishop Eddie Long, the pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church. After initial claims of Long’s sexual coercion of two former church members, who were underage at the time, surfaced, even more accusations came to light. On Sept. […]