Thursday, July 31, 2025
Florida A&M University faced unwanted media attention in the first few weeks of the academic school year. FAMU, as students are aware, is an institution that is often in the news for some purpose. However, FAMU’s image appears to be depicted negatively in recent occurrences. Many students are concerned about […]
Florida A&M University is trying to address the lack of on-campus housing by expanding to areas north of the campus. FAMU plans to purchase properties on Conklin and Eugenia streets and Rattler Court. The FAMU Board of Trustees approved this proposal last month and allowed President Larry Robinson to seek […]
It’s been nearly two weeks since Florida A&M officials announced the relocation of students to hotels because of a pest infestation in on-campus student housing. Students who lived in Palmetto Phase 3 and Polkinghorne Village West were relocated. Students who resided in Polkinghorne Village West were relocated after a fire […]
A senior’s final semester should be filled with joy and great memories. Well, those memories haven’t been so pleasant for many seniors at Florida A&M University. “I might not graduate if I can’t get into this class,” said graduating FAMU senior Tyrrell Coston while waiting to get advised. Luckily, Coston […]
As the fall semester rolls in, Rattlers prepare to present Florida A&M University’s first FAMgala. Inspired by the annual fundraising fashion event the Met Gala, the FAMgala is an upscale event complete with a red-carpet show, a runway, awards and special performances. This event is set to take place on […]
MIAMI GARDENS — The Rattlers are now 0-2 after getting demolished 59-3 Sunday by Jackson State in the Orange Blossom Classic. This was the second straight year of the classic’s revival, and the Tigers have topped FAMU both times. FAMU coach Willie Simmons, wide receiver Xavier Smith and linebacker Nadarius […]
After claiming the 2021 Southwestern Athletic Conference championship, Rattler fans want to know what’s next for Florida A&M’s volleyball team and how they plan to defend their title. The 2021 SWAC volleyball tournament took place Nov.19-21, with FAMU defeating Jackson State University in the final match. 2021 SWAC player of […]
Disney star Hannah Montana isn’t the only one who has lived the best of both worlds. Florida A&M University’s class of 2023 has some experience as well. The senior class is the last class to truly get a taste of college before the covid-19 pandemic and the aftermath, returning back […]
Since announcing in July that residence halls had reached capacity, Florida A&M students are left to hunt down affordable housing as the already tight market tightens even more. It hasn’t always gone well. Gainesville native Zaneta Douglas, a junior at FAMU, is among many students who have yet to secure […]
After a long first four games on the road, the FAMU volleyball team was excited to finally be back in Tallahassee Friday for their home opener against Yale from the Ivy League. Four sets were played in this high-intensity best-of-five match, with Yale prevailing 3-1. FAMU fell to 0-5. The […]