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Standing ovations at ‘Chicken & Biscuits’

One week before Florida A&M’s homecoming, the university’s Essential Theatre brought an event-filled Broadway comedy to campus – “Chicken & Biscuits.” The play, which made its debut Wednesday, is directed by Luther D. Wells, a theater professor at FAMU, and performed by students. In the play, the actors modernized and […]

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SBI’s dress code is out of touch

The phrase “dress for success” is a common motto many people live by, although it takes a different meaning depending on your outlook. At Florida A&M’s School of Business and Industry, a professional dress code is enforced. The policy, located on FAMU’s website, states, “As a professional school, this dress […]

Lifestyles

Transfer students in spotlight

The nation’s No. 1 public HBCU is in the midst of celebrating National Transfer Student Week. The week is dedicated to all FAMU transfer students. It is a week to highlight transitioning students from all over and to celebrate how far they’ve come as students preparing to graduate from Florida […]

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FSU grad assistants rally for better benefits

Dozens of FSU graduate assistants came together last week to march and be heard. During this rally, grad students shed light on their struggles. The march took place on FSU’s campus from Dirac Library to Landis Green. The goal was to be seen by as many people as possible. The […]

Lifestyles

Excitement builds for step show

Ready for a show? Let’s hope so, because Florida A&M University’s NPHC Homecoming Greek Step Show will be held on Oct. 28 in the Lawson Center. It is expected to bring out the entire student body, alums and even faculty. The theme for this year is “A Nightmare on FAMU […]

Lifestyles

80th Annual North Florida Fair on tap

The North Florida Fair returns to the fairgrounds for two highly entertaining weeks of fun, games, prizes, rides and tasty food starting Nov. 3. Weeks in advance, patrons have begun their mission of getting a deal on tickets by purchasing advance tickets. VIP tickets can be purchased with an admission […]

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‘Good Morning America’ coming to FAMU

As part of this year’s homecoming — themed “The FAMU Experience” — ABC’s “Good Morning America” will host a special edition episode from Bragg Memorial Stadium on Oct. 28. FAMU President Larry Robinson announced this addition to the homecoming lineup during a meeting with the Board of   Trustees earlier this […]

Lifestyles

Law Day takes over Lawson Center

Florida A&M University’s Legal Scholars Program hosted its annual Law Day Tuesday in the Lawson Center. The yearly attracts multiple law schools from across the country and provides direct contact with admissions representatives and application fee waivers. It also offers insight into law school admissions tests. The event is open […]

Sports

Track and field’s bumpy times at FAMU

Florida A&M University has experienced numerous changes in the athletic department over the last decade. There have been 10 athletic directors, which has caused instability within the department. The university’s track and field team has been significantly affected by these constant changes in the department. The lack of trainers and […]