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What does it mean to ‘dress your age?’

The topic “dressing your age” sparks a lot of discussion and contemplation; what exactly it means can vary depending on who you ask. Today, there are fewer strict societal rules dictating what one should wear at different stages of life. The remaining guidelines are situational, like sticking to workplace […]

Lifestyles

FAMU a ‘second home’ for some FSU students

The Florida A&M campus is home to some of the most ambitious students in the nation, alongside individuals who have experienced and empathized with the challenges of being Black in America. Moreover, minorities often share common perspectives on social issues, fostering a supportive environment at FAMU where like-minded students can […]

Lifestyles

Saluting five notable alumni

Black History Month is when we pause to recognize the achievements and contributions of extraordinary individuals who have emerged from a historically Black institution. Specifically, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, the nation’s  No. 1 public HBCU. FAMU  has produced numerous notable alumni who have left an indelible mark on society. […]

Lifestyles

A week for celebrating Jamaican culture

The Jamaican-American Student Association at Florida A&M University is hosting different events this week to help showcase the pride of Jamaican culture.  JAMSA encourages people of all cultures to come out and join the celebration and pride of Jamaican culture. Friday marked the start of JAMSA week with a social […]

Sports

Softball team has new faces, same expectations

An agonizing skid in conference play and a 0-2 run in the conference tournament marked the end of the 2023 Florida A&M softball team’s season, where the Rattlers dropped three straight conference series against Alabama A&M, Bethune Cookman and Jackson State.  Head coach Camise Patterson attributed the drop in performance […]

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Osceola lot closes, leaving fewer parking options

Florida A&M University has had quite the parking experience for some time, but with the population of students increasing every semester, parking gets more scarce on the university’s campus.  The most considerable parking lot available for students is the parking lot garage on Wahnish Way. Although it is designed for […]

Lifestyles

How important are graduation photo shoots?

We are not too far from the Spring 2024 commencement ceremony. Days to weeks prior to graduation, students will begin posting their graduation photo shoots on their media pages. Graduation photo shoots allow the graduate to showcase their journey, involvement and connection to their university. Also, the time spent, the […]

Lifestyles

Entering the entertainment industry as an undergrad

In the dazzling entertainment world, aspiring undergraduates face many challenges as they strive to carve a niche.  From financial constraints to skepticism and doubts from others, the journey is anything but smooth. The struggles these students and former students endure are shared by many, as highlighted by the experiences of […]

Opinions

Exploring the depth of Black love

As the season of love aligns with Black History Month, it invites a reflection on how love is perceived within the Black community. Black love is like art, like a poem, capturing complex emotions and stories within each stroke and word.  It draws from the deep well of community and […]

Lifestyles

Coloring books celebrate Black brilliance

Black affirmation coloring books are a new hands-on item encouraging young Black boys and girls to continue to love themselves around the world. The “I like who I am” affirmation coloring book is just one of many created by artist Eric Colson aimed to build up the Black community. Colson […]