Senate Chamber before their weekly meeting. Photo Submitted by Austin Dixon. In Monday evening’s Student Senate meeting, FAMU’s Activities and Services annual budget report was officially approved at slightly under $3 million for the 2019-20 academic school year. Although the annual A&S budget required some minor changes in terms of […]
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Rapper and activist Nipsey Hussle dead at 33
Grammy nominated rapper Nipsey Hussle on the red carpet. Photo by Gregg DeGuire/ Getty Images. Los Angeles-based rapper and community activist Nipsey Hussle, who had been nominated for a Grammy Award, was shot and killed Sunday outside of his clothing store in Los Angeles. Hussle was pronounced dead at the […]
Duy Tran named Mr. 1913
The complete royal court of the Real Beta Alpha Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Photo submitted by Kaviena Spencer The Beta Alpha chapter of Delta Sigma Theta sorority on Sunday hosted its 2019-2020 scholarship event, Men in Crimson: The Mr.1913 Scholarship Pageant, It took place at the auditorium in […]
New amphitheater work underway
Before the amphitheater can come up, four unused dorms had to come down. Photo Submitted by Catisha Joseph Work began last week on the future site of Florida A&M University’s newest performing arts amphitheater. The amphitheater will be located off Martin Luther King Boulevard south of Lee Hall. The demolition […]
The untold truth about life after graduation
Graduation is a time for celebration. But what comes next? Photo Courtesy of HuffPost In less than 30 days, the lives of countless college seniors will change forever. With graduation quickly approaching, it can be difficult for students to enjoy their accomplishments without thinking about life after graduation. Graduating from […]
FSU College of Social Work looks to end poverty
The FSU College of Social Work hosted a panel on Friday in an effort to find solutions to eradicate poverty in the local community. Photo Submitted by Nathan Vinson The FSU College of Social Work hosted a panel on the impact of poverty and community resources on Friday. Tallahassee community leaders came together […]
Tyler Perry retires Madea and the viewers agree that it is time
Madea's Departure. Photo Courtesy of Tyler Perry Studios. The debut of American actor, producer and director Tyler Perry’s latest film “A Madea Family Funeral,” fell short of awe as many viewers were disappointed in the final screenplay featuring his created character Madea. Madea is known as a comical, elderly black […]
Live on Landis shines light on Tallahassee’s underground music scene
Students commune on Landis Green following Pool Kids’ performance. Photo Submitted by Karlyn Sykes. After a day dedicated to service, Florida State University students gathered at Landis Green to support another facet of their community: Tallahassee’s underground music scene. The Live on Landis concert took place on FSU’s campus Saturday […]
Spring Preview draws hundreds of prospective Rattlers
Orientation Leaders joined by the 112th Miss FAMU and Queen of Orange and Green. Photo Submitted by Janelle Edge. The Office of Student Activities held its annual Spring Preview on Saturday, starting the day in the Lawson Center. Spring Preview is for prospective students to see what Florida A&M University […]
Be Out Day returns in style
Families waiting in line at Be Out day to get some free Irie Ice. Photo Courtesy of the FAMU_1887 Instagram page. Be Out Day is FAMU’s way of saying thank-you to the community and the students. Saturday’s event consisted of free food, live performances, and a kids’ zone. “I liked […]