Photo Courtesy of BET Despite pushback from student senators, singer and star of “Love and Hip-Hop: Hollywood” Omarion will be performing at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Rattlers Strikeout Showcase along with Rampage Step Team, House Arrest 2 and Denard Shepard to name a few, at Gaither Gym. At Monday’s […]
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Discover on Parade Brings FAMU, FSU, TCC students together
Students interacting during the Discover on Parade event Florida A&M University Department of Research teamed up with Florida State University and Tallahassee Community College researchers to launched its first-ever Discover on Parade event, on Monday at the FSU’s Conference Center. This event allowed Tallahassee’s three institution’s research departments to display […]
FAMU Hosts World AIDS Day Vigil
Florida A&M University’s Kappa Kappa Psi (KKY) Healthcare sorority incorporated, hosted the Annual World’s Aids Candlelight Vigil Tuesday evening. The event served as a dedication purpose for all the lives lost and affected by the deadly virus. It started with a prayer to show love and support and transitioned into […]
BREAKING NEWS: FAMU VP for Legal Affairs Fired
FAMU's Former VP for legal affairs, Avery McKnight Avery McKnight, Florida A&M University's vice president for legal affairs and general counsel, was fired this morning, according to a report on WFSU. McKnight reported to both the Board of Trustees and FAMU President Elmira Mangum. Major administrative changes have been […]
Gas Prices Hit a Record Low for the Holidays
Courtesy of envisaj.blogspot.com Low gas prices during the Thanksgiving holiday gave drivers a sense of relief. This year’s Thanksgiving gas prices were the lowest they have been in seven years. According to the American Automobile Association, the national average on Thanksgiving Day was $2.05. Today, fuel is below $2 a gallon […]
Food Waste is Money Wasted
Photo Courtesy of Larry D. Butler Food waste is a ongoing issue on Famu's campus, especially in the cafeteria. Florida A&M University students waste between 25-35 pounds of food per day. Rashard Gardner, the food court manager and marketing manager for student dining at FAMU explains what food waste is. […]
FAMU Mourns the Death of Officer (Ret.) Joe Williams
Military presents flag to family Photo by: Shikari Hamm Family, friends and the Florida A&M University (FAMU) community assembled to celebrate FAMU retired Police Officer, Joe Williams’ life. The homegoing service was held at Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church this afternoon. Williams was born Dec. 4, 1937 to the late Rivers and […]
Lady Rattlers Finish Strong In Overtime
Courtesy: Florida A&M Sports Information/Vaughn Wilson Florida A&M University Lady Rattlers defeated Kennesaw State University Tuesday night winning 69-67 in an overtime thriller in their season home opener. The Lady Rattlers lost last year to the Owls by 21 points, final score being 79-58. They held the lead for the […]
FAMU Hosts Annual Turkey Drive
Photo Courtesy of LaRhonda Celestin As the holidays are vastly approaching, Florida A&M University (FAMU) hosted Annual Turkey Drive at the Jake Gaither Gymnasium on Tuesday. Thanksgiving boxes were prepared for families in need, which included turkeys and other holiday fixings. As the goal of delivering 300 boxes to these […]
Bicycle House on Two Wheels
Bicycle House is a non-profit organization warehousing donated bikes for those looking for a new way to get around Tallahasee. The organization repairs, rehabilitates and constructs bikes along with teaching rider safety. “We are a non-profit organization advocating safe, practical transportation and social responsivity with an emphasis on healthy living” […]