Year: 2023

News

Student Senate works to close out the semester

Cleaning up the Student Government Association and refocusing on acting as representatives for the Florida A&M was the focus for the 53rd Student Senate heading into one of the last meetings before the end of the semester. Representatives presented only one bill, SPB23FA-002, on Monday. Sen. TaMya Braclet and Chairpersons […]

Opinions

We need a financial literacy course

Financial literacy has plagued African Americans forever. According to marketwatch.com, Black families held about 1.9 percent of American wealth, with $18.3 billion in assets compared to white families’ $941.9 billion. African Americans were enslaved for over 400 years, meaning that they are 400 years behind in most things such as […]

Lifestyles

Thrift Club combines fashion, sustainability

The Florida A&M University Thrift Club has made its mark on campus through sustainable fashion efforts. Through her passion for thrifting, the president and founder of the FAMU Thrift Club, Trinity Talton, said she started the club to create a community of people who enjoyed thrifting as much as she […]

Lifestyles

The season of giving is here

It’s that time of year when spirits rise and giving is in the air. The holidays may bring family and friends closer, but it is also the time when strangers come together to help those who are in need of some extra love this holiday season. And what better way […]

Lifestyles

Students remain motivated amid senioritis

This fall marked three years since the freshman class of 2020 began their journey through the secondary education system. Many are looking forward to graduation in December or during spring of 2024. With all of the hard work they’ve put into their college careers, it isn’t uncommon that many of […]

Lifestyles

Recap of North Florida Fair

Sunday was the final day of the 81st North Florida Fair, and a time was had to be sure. The fair took place only minutes away from the FAMU campus. This year the fair lasted from Nov. 2-12, 10 days of fun, but the time didn’t feel like nearly enough. […]

News

FAMU students urged to stand for Palestinians

In the wake of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, a notable silence echoes across Florida A&M University’s campus as students and organizations are perceived to be relatively quiet with limited visible actions and initiatives in support of Palestinians. When compared to other campuses and organizations in Tallahassee, some […]

Lifestyles

Riley brings her food to FAMU

A new vendor, The Famous Spot by the talented Breshauna Riley, made its debut during FAMU’s homecoming. Currently enrolled at the University of Central Florida, Riley, 23, is working toward a degree in lodging and restaurant management. Riley’s journey in the world of food and entrepreneurship began four years ago […]

Sports

Club baseball team new at FAMU

The FAMU club baseball team has been hard at work with practices and games for their fall season. The club stands as its own organization outside of the athletic department. It serves as a way for students to play the sport they enjoy. It’s been around for about […]

Lifestyles

Career center ready to help students find jobs

As the semester comes to an end, many college students are planning for their future endeavors. The early application period for internships and job openings has commenced. Florida A&M offers many outlets for students looking for prospective careers. The Career and Professional Development Center is a tool recommended by […]