Not only did Tracey Jackson graduate with the skills necessary to make it in the field of computer information systems last spring, but she also graduated with the desire to publish a book, hoping to open the doors for other FAMU students that plan to pursue their dreams. “Impressions,” Jackson’s […]
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Don’t let stress become hazardous to your health
College offers new experiences and challenges. This can be an exciting time, but it can also be stressful and make you feel sad. Before students come to college they are in a structured environment and that helps keep them stable. However, once they get to college and that structure disappears, […]
Court citation ignored, lives lost
Early Monday morning, 21 people died when hundreds rushed downstairs to exit E2 nightclub in Chicago. According to Associated Press, at least one security guard started to use Mace and pepper spray to break up a fight. Although there were three exits on the first floor of the building, the […]
Graduate Feeder Program remains hidden
Students are letting opportunities to attend graduate school slip from their grasp – and it’s not because they can’t afford it. Linda Knight, director of Fellowship Programs and Recruitment, has worked diligently to ensure students have the chance to study in a graduate program without concerning themselves about the cost. […]
SBI founder prepares for retirement
After almost 30 years as dean of the School of Business and Industry, Sybil Mobley is saying goodbye to the school she helped to create. Mobley started her career at the university in 1963 as director of the department of business, then a part of the College of Arts and […]
SGA expects to reach goals for fundraiser
The SGA prepared for the Relay For Life since being awarded the chance to hold the event on campus. The Relay For Life committee has set goals of $35,000 and 30 teams. These teams will participate in the Feb. 28 event. Relay For Life committee chairperson Shara Senior said that […]
Building closes temporarily
The architecture building was evacuated and temporarily closed Wednesday morning after janitorial staff noticed a “slick, oily” substance splattered around various areas and floors in the building. University spokeswoman LaNedra Carroll said shortly after 8 a.m., the workers noticed the substance spilled into the hall of the building’s main level. […]
Drum major’s dreams come true
Becoming the new head drum major for the Marching 100 is a dream come true for Antonio Drayton. Drayton, 21, a senior psychology student from Miami, says that he has dreamed of leading the legendary band since he was seven. “People are expecting a lot out of me,” Drayton said. […]
Legend No. 6-Andre Dawson “The Hawk”
I just want to say thatI really appreciate seeing a article writen about my uncle, Andre Dawson. I am a third year student at FAMU and it’s just a pleasure to be able to call my uncle and infom that all his accomplishments is being recognize. Thank You.Ayanna SpannBolegz1@aol.com
Concert presents culture
#8220;Do not forget the strength of a people born away from home.” This is the meaning behind Kufere Ikemba Bandele. Kufere, the performing group of the Africa Diaspora Arts and Research Collective, Inc., is performing in the African Caribbean Concert Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in Lee Hall Auditorium. The concert, […]