Roosevelt Wilson (left) The city of Tallahassee mourns the loss of the legendary former Florida A&M University athletics director, sports information director and journalism professor Roosevelt Wilson, who died at age 78, on Sunday. Wilson was a perfectionist and strived for excellence according to those who knew him. He was […]
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MEAC Round-up
Your weekly news from around the MEAC! Photo courtesy of MEACsports.com This week the MEAC showcased that not everything is about the game and that these student-athletes are still a vital part of their community. After the effects of Hurricane Michael, the Florida A&M Football team took to the streets […]
DB Herman Jackson wins MEAC Rookie of the Week
Freshman defensive back Herman Jackson taking the field against Savannah State University. Photo courtesy of FAMU athletics Anyone who watched the Florida A&M football team take on the North Carolina A&T Aggies this year likely knows about Herman Jackson. A freshman defensive back, who has been heating up the football field […]
Gillum active on social media in aftermath of hurricane
Tweet showcasing Gillum efforts after Hurricane Michael. Photo submitted by Brielle Crooms Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum, the Democratic nominee for governor, suspended his campaign but never really stopped campaigning as Hurricane Michael battered Tallahassee and much of the Panhandle. The hurricane allowed Gillum to be among the community physically and […]
Hurricane Michael proves beneficial
Jina Gilliam Photo submitted by Jina Gilliam For most people who have ever experienced a hurricane, what I’m about to say may come as a bit of a shock. However I am truly grateful for the category 4 hurricane that made its presence known to most of the gulf coast […]
FarmShare
Multimedia Journalist Cierra Richardson attended the Leon County Sheriffs Office Farm Share Distribution post Hurricane Michael. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/O23njXy3xKM
Once a victim of domestic violence, FAMU student now speaking out
FAMU student Ashley Joseph was in a relationship marred by domestic violence. Photo courtesy by Ashley Joseph Ashley Joseph is not the only college student who has been in a relationship marred by domestic violence. She was intimidated and hesitant to leave her fiancé because of emotional, physical and physiological […]
FAMU invites Mayor of Atlanta to speak at Homecoming Convocation
Mayor of Atlanta, Keisha Lance Bottoms Sydne Vigille | The FAMUAN Alumni, organizations, donors, athletes, and current students filled the seats of Al Lawson gymnasium as they waited for this year’s homecoming weekend to begin with Homecoming Convocation. Opening the event, the Marching 100 played their popular song “War […]
Rattlers volleyball team secures win over Bulldogs
Senior Volleyball player Valentina Carrasco prepares her serve. Photo By: FAMU Athletics The Florida A&M Lady Rattlers volleyball team effortlessly snagged the win Monday with a 3-0 (25-13, 25-9, 25-19) victory over the South Carolina State Bulldogs. This marks the fourth win of the season for the team and the Lady Rattlers […]
Mister and Miss FAMU DRS crowned at the 65th coronation ceremony
FAMU DRS kicks off homecoming season with the 65th Coronation Ceremony in Lee Hall Auditorium Photo Credit: MaKayla Proctor Florida A&M University Developmental Research School kicked off its homecoming festivities at the 65th Coronation Ceremony on Oct. 20, Jefferson Walker and Kennede Sapp were crowned as the 13th Mister and […]