Thursday, July 17, 2025
Over the past several years, Florida A&M University has made several new construction changes across campus, including demolishing former residence halls Paddyfoote and Gibbs Hall. Last year, the public HBCU opened a new parking lot for students on Wahnish Way adjacent to the Althea Gibson Tennis Complex. They also expanded […]
The 53rd Student Senate met on Monday, January 22nd, at 6 p.m. addressing pressing matters and showcasing the active engagement of student leaders in shaping campus policies. One of the notable highlights of the meeting involved Aja Waseem, a student who shared her experience of harassment by administration while promoting […]
The new millennium has brought many changes, such as the way we commute, communicate and even how we handle our friendships. Social media has changed the way we stay connected in this technologically-based world. Some may say that mechanical way of operating can carry on within our friendships. The pandemic, […]
A lot can change in a year, especially for a collegiate HBCU tennis program. The 2022 off-season saw the departure of several seniors and graduate students following FAMU’s first taste of the SWAC competition. Roster turnover for any program can substantially affect the outcome of the next season, and head […]
John Tornes came to FAMU’s School of Journalism & Graphic Communication last year with a long history of making a difference in the lives of countless students. Tornes was part of a military family, and having to move was a big part of his early years. “My father got assigned […]
In the heart of Railroad Square, there’s a place created for artistic expression called The Plant. Per its mission statement, The Plant’s goal is to “encourage community members to self-direct their creative dreams and ideas in a space of facilitation.” The Plant is a place that embraces diversity and welcomes […]
The conversation on New School vs. Old School at FAMU is evolving among alumni, sparking reflections on the evolution of traditions on the renowned Tallahassee campus. Both current students and alums have voiced concerns about a cultural shift, with Justin Matthews, a December 2023 graduate, sharing his diminishing interest in […]
In a striking turn of events, FAMU star bowler Shamoria Johnson and her former teammates are hoping to attract public support to restore their scholarships after a semester of confronting their coach and what they describe as an unsupportive athletic department. On Nov. 29, Johnson, who has been dedicated to […]
The semi-annual JCPenney Suit-Up event for Florida A&M students took place from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday evening inside JCPenney at Governor’s Square Mall. HireARattler within FAMU’s Career & Professional Development Center partnered with JCPenney to give students an opportunity to purchase discounted professional attire. The center’s goal is to […]
In a cutting-edge initiative, the FAMU chapter of the NAACP took the lead in organizing Saturday’s first-ever rally at Florida A&M University to raise awareness and protest genocide in Gaza, Sudan and the Congo. The event saw passionate FAMU students alongside supportive community members, marching from Adams Street toward South […]