Florida A&M University is hosting its homecoming Oct. 23 through Oct. 30. FAMU’s homecoming will be “epic” with appearances from Kevin Hart, Lil Baby, Moneybagg Yo, Will Packer, Desi Banks and more. FAMU kicked-off its homecoming festivities with a drive-in movie at Bragg Memorial Stadium showcasing the movie titled, “Drumline”, […]
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Disability Rights Florida promotes the vaccine
After seeing the need and struggle for people with disabilities to get access to the COVID-19 vaccine, Disability Rights Florida is on a mission to get individuals with disabilities, the elderly, family members and caregivers vaccinated — especially in rural communities. DRF is a nonprofit organization that provides legal advocacy […]
Cozartt’s Collection shows off homecoming line at ‘Market Monday’
Florida A&M University fashionistas, beauty connoisseurs, and shopaholics assembled on the University Quadrangle at noon on Monday to kick off the “Epic Return” weeklong homecoming events. Almost 30 vendors were present to showcase their products, such as lashes, clothes, accessories and beauty products. Among these was Cozartt’s Collection, owned by […]
FSU expands art therapy in prisons program
Florida State University has recently partnered with the Florida Department of Corrections to provide an art therapy program catered to young inmates who have special needs. The program has been a triumph, according to FSU. The university and the state recently singed a three-year contract that will double the size […]
‘Collards & Cornbread’ returns
The Tallahassee Food Network will be relaunching a community project from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 at the Frenchtown iGrow Garden. The event is called “Collards & Cornbread,” and according to its website The Tallahassee Food Network is a regional coalition of the global movement that works to […]
A single mom and full-time student faces daily challenges
Every day is a juggling act for me. It’s quite a challenge being a single mom while in college. Having a child requires a lot of attention, and so does being a college student. There is added pressure, stress and fatigue while balancing these two factors in my life. It […]
Tallahassee group home’s COVID-19 battle
As the COVID-19 pandemic lingers in Leon County, altering the livelihood of many, Tallahassee’s most vulnerable citizens feel the wrath of its effects. Local group homes were forced to adjust to life during the midst of the pandemic to adhere to federal COVID-19 regulations. “The safety of my clients comes […]
Students from other HBCUs coming to FAMU’s homecoming
Students from other HBCUs are flocking to FAMU’s epic return of homecoming this year, eager to experience a fully opened homecoming. Florida A&M University homecoming began Sunday, Oct. 24 , and continues to Saturday this coming Sunday. It started with the coronation of Mr. and Miss FAMU and will end […]
Student promotes ADHD awareness
October is ADHD Awareness Month, and Florida A&M University student Skylar Boone plans to promote the truth about ADHD in every way. “I was diagnosed with ADHD between the ages of 5-7,” Boone said. “My mom and I did not feed into the labels that the doctor tried to place […]
Disney, ESPN come to SJGC
Florida A&M University’s j-school welcomed special guests from Walt Disney and ESPN on Wednesday as part of the homecoming week “Grads are Back” event. The panelists spoke about their careers post-graduation. The event, “Creating Magic for the Culture,” was inspired by Disney’s “On the Yard” initiative, which aims to amplify […]