The removal of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives has sparked a nationwide conversation about the future of diversity in educational spaces and the workforce. This issue has gained significant attention, especially in the wake of political changes that have seen policies to dismantle DEI programs being implemented in schools, universities […]
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HBCU conference canceled due to anti-DEI executive order
On Jan. 27, Rutgers University canceled its HBCU conference, said to spotlight HBCU leaders and students, in compliance with President Trump’s anti-Diversity, Equity and Inclusion executive orders scheduled for Jan. 30. The virtual conference, organized by Rutgers Graduate School of Education’s Center for Minority Serving, a way for students of […]
The homeless continue to struggle
Florida’s House Bill 1365 was designed to address various urban issues, aiming to increase public safety and community well-being. Signed into law by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on March 20, 2024, the bill attempts to provide solutions to ensure that individuals who experience homelessness have access to resources. Even though […]
The meaning behind the Evaluation of Candidacy test
Election season at Florida A&M University is underway, with more rules and regulations than before.FAMU’s Electoral Commission (EC) has implemented a new requirement for anyone interested in becoming a candidate for all candidates running for office. According to Famu Elections on Instagram, potential candidates must complete and pass the Evaluation […]
Esther Funds Foundation uplifting FAMU students
For many first-generation and low-income students, the road to a college degree is filled with financial, emotional and academic challenges. The Esther Funds Foundation, a faith-based non-profit organization, is stepping in to change that narrative—one student at a time. The foundation, which focuses on preventing college dropouts by addressing external […]
City lands $6.7 million grant for airport
Tallahassee International Airport is set to receive a $6.7 million federal grant to fund critical infrastructure improvements, city officials recently announced. The funding, awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Infrastructure Grants program, will be used for new taxiways and lighting upgrades aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency. According to […]
‘Dreamers’ dread losing in-state tuition status
A new immigration bill in Florida that outlines new restraints for those who are here in the state illegally will now take away in-state tuition for “Dreamer” college students. If this bill is signed into law, more than 6,500 “Dreamer” students will no longer be able to receive in-state tuition, […]
What’s ahead for Rattler softball
February is here, and the Florida A&M softball season is just around the corner. The Rattlers are entering the season with a new head coach after the departure of Camise Patterson last season to Alabama State. In October, FAMU Athletics announced they’d hired longtime prep coach Brittany Beal, just months […]
Project 2025: Our country’s tragic future
Project 2025 is a name that has haunted the ears of many Americans since before the election, with many voicing concerns about its effects. The initiative was published by The Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank, in April 2023. It is a federal policy agenda aimed at restructuring the executive […]
StarMetro making improvements
Public transportation is important for cities looking to provide efficient and sustainable transit options. Residents in Tallahassee, specifically a significant number of students from Florida State University, Florida A&M University and Tallahassee State College, are questioning the accessibility and reliability of StarMetro, the city’s main transit system. What does Tallahassee’s […]