Florida A&M University’s softball team was upended by Florida State University 8-1 Tuesday. FAMU took the early lead on the Seminoles in the bottom of the first inning. Freshman infielder Kiauna Watson led off with a single to right that was followed by a wall-banging double off the bat of […]
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Lucrative NIL deals few and far between at HBCUs
Last July 1 marked the first day that NCAA student-athletes could profit off their name, images and likeness. For many collegiate athletes, this was an opportunity to earn money legally while still competing as an amateur. Despite the opportunity to make substantial profits, many athletes at Historically Black Colleges and […]
Senators wrangle over language in ‘abortion ban’ bill
State senators met again Wednesday at the Florida Capitol to discuss certain bills, including HB5, the bill that would ban women from terminating their pregnancy after 15 weeks, unless certain conditions detailed in the bill are met. To recap, on Feb. 15, House representatives approved the bill along party lines, […]
New Miss FAMU overcomes discrimination
Historically Black colleges and universities have been coined institutions of higher education that are geared toward the Black community. Many students take pride in being able to be around those who look like them before transitioning into the real world. Although HBCUs provide an incomparable sense of community and culture, […]
Lawmakers hope to close medical marijuana loopholes
A bipartisan bill in the Florida Legislature is seeking further regulation of the state’s medical marijuana industry. Democrat and Republican lawmakers hope to pass a bill that would make it difficult to buy and sell medical marijuana related products, specifically Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Delta-9 THC is the most vigorous element […]
Republican lawmakers want term limits for school board members
Parent involvement is vital to a student’s success and development throughout the school year. According to the text for Florida Senate Bill 1300, if passed, it will promote public participation and parent involvement, including “selecting, approving, adopting or removing certain instructional materials for students.” Jeramie Payne, whose child attends Ruediger […]
City Walk Urban Mission sues the city
On February 8, City Walk Urban Mission filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Tallahassee for violating their right to religious freedom and freedom of speech. The focus of City Walk Urban Mission states, “We focus to help those experiencing homelessness. Our priority is to introduce them to the […]
The dark twist to a click on dating apps
With a click and a swipe, a soulmate can be made for life. On the other hand, it can lead to one’s own demise. The rise of dating apps such as Tinder, Bumble and Hinge have made finding love, sex or even a friend more convenient than ever. While […]
Student Senate OKs funding for organizations
The weekly Florida A&M University (FAMU) student senate meeting was held Monday, Feb. 28 at 6 p.m. The meeting covered the announcements concerning FAMU’s annual spring festival, “Be Out Day” and the approval of funding requests from FAMU student organizations. It began with an opening prayer led by Student Senate […]
Capital One HBCU event
Capital One Financial Corporation hosted an HBCU Career Panel to help students throughout different HBCUs gain knowledge on what it is like to transition into the workplace. The event was held on Feb. 28 via Zoom, and could also be viewed in the Rattler’s Den. Students were afforded the opportunity […]