The CDC has reported rapid growth of coronavirus cases across the country within the past week. The latest information shows that Florida has 36,065 new cases, bringing the total number of 846,321 cases currently. In Leon County, there have been nearly 500 new cases reported over the past week according […]
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Autumn Love fights for visibility as a non-binary student
Autumn Love, a junior digital media production student at Florida State University, is all-too-familiar with the narratives of a non-binary individual. Love is referred to using they/them pronouns. “For me, being non-binary essentially is identifying freely and not conforming to the normal conventions of the regular binary. I don’t want […]
We all need standards
The cuddle weather has arrived and cuffing season has begun. Establishing standards are vital before entering any relationship with someone and should be considered before dating as well. The back and forth games between romantic parties are over and the time has risen for meaningful conversation with legitimate prospects. Standards […]
HyFlex classes are the solution to spring semester
As January approaches, many college students are preparing for yet another semester of school. Although the pandemic guidelines are still in full effect, many students simply couldn’t find the perfect balance when transitioning to virtual learning. To give students an opportunity to choose their perfect learning environment, HyFlex courses are […]
Will it really be the most wonderful time of the year?
It’s mid-November and we all know what that means: Thanksgiving Break is near. It’s so close that I can smell the Honey Baked Ham and yeast rolls. I can’t remember the last time I was this ready for the Holiday Season. This year has been one for the books. But […]
‘Freaky’ slashes its way into the body-swap genre
Universal Studios hosted a roundtable discussion with 10 college journalists on Monday to ask questions to the stars of their new movie, “Freaky.” NBC Universal employee Ami Murby reached out to college newsrooms a week prior to the interview to recruit inquisitive students interested in the movie. “Freaky” is an […]
Stone, a FAMU grad, joins BOT
Kenward “Kenny” Stone, a Florida A&M University alum, has been appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to a seat on the university’s Board of Trustees. “I am so proud to join the Board of Trustees and give back to an institution that provided such a transformative experience. Florida A&M provided a […]
When’s the right time to start playing holiday music?
The month of November has arrived; and for some people that means it is time to get in the Christmas spirit. While certain individuals prefer to ease into the holiday — and get through Thanksgiving first — others waste no time in dusting off their favorite Christmas records. Famous musicians […]
Voters approve Children’s Services Council
One of the big local winners in last week’s election was the Children’s Services Council. With surprisingly strong support, the citizens of Leon County have given the green light to create a governmental entity. Our Kids First is an organization that was started a couple of years ago to […]
Students voice concerns about switch to in-person classes
With spring semester just around the corner, students at Florida A&M and Florida State universities have to start getting ready for some in-person classes. Many students have said they are a little uneasy about not having a spring break, which will also make the spring term unlike any previous spring semester. […]