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Rattlers rally, keep win streak alive

Down 14-6 in the bottom of the eighth inning, the Rattlers were able to rally their way back  for a striking 15-14 victory Thursday afternoon against Alabama State.  It was the FAMU baseball team’s fifth straight win.  The comeback against their non-conference rival began in the fifth inning when Jared […]

Lifestyles

A Rattler and a single mom

Michal Bennet-Smithis a third-year biology student at Florida A&M. She is also a single mother to her 4-year-old daughter Simone. Her journey has been influenced by her willingness to adapt along with herdetermination. Bennet-Smith completed her associate degree from her community college in her hometown of Sarasota. Bennet-Smith then enrolled at […]

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I’m no match for pollen

Spring has officially started. For me this means months of battling one of my most powerful opponents: pollen. Each year the pollen in the air requires me to make adjustments to my daily life. Pollen, and the allergy symptoms it brings, impact me in more ways than one. I have […]

Lifestyles

Tips for managing stress

College can be very stressful — especially now during a pandemic. A trip to the store might be stressful to some due to the large crowds and necessary mask-wearing. According to The American Institute of Stress, about 33 percent of people report feeling extreme stress, and  77 percent of people […]

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Lil Nas X rides down old controversy road

Lil Nas X, best known for his 2019 viral song “Old Town Road” featuring country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, recently released a new song and video titled “Montero (Call Me By Your Name).” His new video has sparked an outrage from people and many are denouncing their support of his […]

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Love found a new home on the track

Brandon Love, a third-year economics major and MBA candidate, is prospering in his career as a student-athlete. Love is a member of the track team and has made strides on the track and in the classroom. Love participates in the 200 meter and 400 meter races and has found success […]