What does it mean to be economically empowered? Is it a better education, access to credit building, or a higher minimum wage? Most people would say it is all those opportunities and more. To be economically empowered is to be better prepared financially. It is knowing your way around money, […]
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Watching the news is tiring
Every day, news and media outlets report a new tragedy that strikes a community. From mass shootings and violent crimes to political bigotry taking place, the general public has grown tired of bad news. A U.S. News & World Report detailing a mass shooting that resulted in the loss of […]
How to finish the semester strong
In the final weeks of the semester, students are well into their courses with a substantial amount of coursework, school activities, demanding jobs, and balancing their social lives. This balancing act can eventually lead to burnout, but there are some steps students can take to finish the semester strong. Ana […]
Dreamville Festival 2023
Grammy-award-winning artist J. Cole held his annual Dreamville Festival concert this past weekend. This is his fifth year putting on the event at Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh, North Carolina. In 2022, the festival brought in 5 million dollars in revenue with a crowd size of 80,000 people. This year […]
FAMU Generation Action demands reproductive rights
On Tuesday, April 4, the Florida A&M University and Florida State University chapters of Generation Action: Planned Parenthood went to the Florida State Capitol to meet with lawmakers with a mission in mind. Generation Action is a collegiate-level organization that is under Planned Parenthood. The organization seeks to advocate for […]
Sheila Martin keeps transfer students on track
Known for advising and mentoring to improve student success, she is a Rattler with many striking positions. Sheila Martin is the coordinator of the Transfer Academic Success program and the Transfer Student Association. These programs were created to make students’ transfer to FAMU as seamless as possible. Originally from Flint, […]
‘Restrict Act’ would monitor online content
Senate Bill 686, commonly known as the “Restrict Act,” is legislation that has stirred up considerable controversy in recent months. The bill, if passed, would have far-reaching implications for the tech industry, as well as for users of popular social media platforms. The goal of the Restrict Act is to […]
College sports in major transition
The NCAA’s transfer portal and name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals have brought significant changes to the landscape of college sports. While these changes have provided student-athletes with more opportunities to exercise their rights and monetize their talents, they have also had a significant impact on traditional college dynasties like […]
Lake Tribe celebrates eight-year anniversary
Lake Tribe Brewing Company is a local brewery and bar that established its roots in Tallahassee eight years ago. Opening in 2014 as a family owned and operated business, the brewery provides unique experiences. Located at 3357 Garber Drive near where Tharpe Street meets Capital Circle NW, Lake Tribe offers […]
Two female wrestlers earn All-America status
Wrestling is a mentally challenging and physically demanding sport. Those who wish to be competitive on any level will have to sacrifice a lot in order to be great at wrestling. Florida A&M University’s wrestling club capped off its 2022-2023 season with a bang when it traveled to Puerto Rico […]