Florida A&M University’s Graduate Feeder Scholars program has been a direct pipeline for the school’s high-achieving students since 1987, according to the university’s website. The program is open to any major to attend nationally renowned universities to pursue a graduate degree at no cost. The program was founded by then- […]
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Unvaccinated and unable to go home
Looking to get away from the cold weather and head to the tropics? Feeling homesick and ready to visit your family in the beautiful islands? Caribbean islands have reopened to international tourism, but many islands have adopted different restrictions and requirements for vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers, and protocols can change […]
FAMU’s ‘Golden Ages’: Then vs. now
During the presidency of the late Frederick S. Humphries, Florida A&M was transformed in many ways. Former students and faculty often refer to this time from 1985 to 2001as “FAMUs Golden Age.” Humphries graduated from FAMU in 1957 with a degree in chemistry. Before becoming FAMU’s president he was the […]
Jordan Middleton making strides
Jordan Middleton is a graduating senior at Florida A&M University majoring in health science. She will be graduating in the spring. She is from a small town in Kansas, which was first known as the Buffalo Capital of the World, but is now known as Dodge City. While Middleton would […]
Music department’s resources are available to all students
Florida A&M University is a school filled with talent, especially musical talent. And it’s fair to say that FAMU’s incomparable “The Marching 100” and the Concert Choir can back that up. But a question arises: What is the university doing to help other students with their musical careers? FAMU’s Department […]
How to find community service opportunities
There have been conversations circulating among FAMU students on community service opportunities. Some students have been complaining about how difficult it is to find these opportunities, while others believe that students just don’t look hard enough. Students have either been eager or frustrated with finding these opportunities to help with […]
Parents file suit against Leon schools
The parents of a local teenager are suing Leon County Schools, alleging that teachers met with their daughter concerning her gender identity without their knowledge or agreement. According to the lawsuit, the couple’s middle-school child began experiencing gender dysphoriain late spring 2020. Despite the child’s request for they/them pronouns and […]
Review: Food disappoints at Oh’ Lemonade
Oh’ Lemonade is a Black-owned and operated event caterer, drink supplier and eatery specializing in 20-ounce flavored and fresh fruit-infused lemonades, which have become a staple in the Tallahassee community. Originally conceived as a family lemonade stand in 2012, Oh’ Lemonade moved to its current location tucked in the Breezeway […]
Loans can become unwanted debt
Debt accrued during college can have a significant impact on the future life of a student. Unfortunately, most students tend to take higher loans than their actual expenses while focusing on their studies. In cases where the students mismanage their loans, it is likely to have negative impact after they […]
Local photographers on display at airport gallery
There is an oasis of art inside the Tallahassee International Airport known as the Artport Gallery. It highlights the work of local artists and captures the imagination of travelers. Exhibits rotate every six to eight weeks between the airport and City Hall. The 2021 photo fest, managed and curated by […]