As one enters a post-secondary school atmosphere, one may feel elated to experience the true “college experience.” Filled with not only typical events such as studying and friendly social gatherings, the stereotypical college experience is most known for its wild side, that being long-lasting parties, substance abuse, and the sense […]
Year: 2023
Volleyball on track for three-peat
The Florida A&M women’s volleyball team traveled to Daytona Beach this past weekend to face three conference opponents. The outing was a great way to prepare for the SWAC tournament, which is less than two weeks away, as the Rattlers hope to win their third consecutive conference championship. The first […]
Out with the old and in with the new with ReNew Tallahassee
Seminole Grand, a popular housing option for students in Tallahassee, recently rebranded, changing their name to ReNew in October. The apartment complex, providing more than 1,500 beds, announced the new change on Instagram. Multi-Housing News reported over the summer that The Collier Cos. sold Seminole Grand to FPA Multifamily for […]
FAMU grad produces viral TikTok sound
It was a simple idea that struck gold. A recent graduate of Florida A&M University and Quincy, FL native turned into an overnight sensation by producing a beat that went viral on social media. Jarvis Rittman, known as “Jritt” to his growing fan base, combined the unlikely pair of “Deli” […]
Basketball season tips off with Rattler Mania
The women’s and men’s basketball teams gave an insight to the upcoming season by hosting ‘Rattler Mania’ in the Al Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center. Rattler Mania started off with Coach Gordon introducing her players and giving fans something to look forward to. Following the girls’ introductions, Coach McCullum gave an […]
FAMU on the road at Alabama A&M
After a resounding 45-7 homecoming victory over Prairie View A&M, the Rattlers head back on the road Saturday to take on the 4-4 Alabama A&M Bulldogs. Looking to keep the six-game win streak alive, this will be another road test for the Rattlers. Alabama A&M is coming off of a […]
Generation Action fights anti-abortion laws
Abortion has been a widely debated topic across the country since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade 18 months ago. Multiple states have proceeded with either banning abortion completely or limiting the procedure, which is what lawmakers in Florida have done by enacting a 6-week ban. This decision has not gone without […]
Magic Johnson now 4th athlete to become a billionaire
Magic Johnson, NBA Hall of Famer, is now the 4th athlete to be worth $1 billion, according to Forbes. The 64-year-old former Lakers player is now listed among other greats like Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, and Lebron James in the 10-figure club. Johnson, whose career started in 1979, has amassed […]
Romanticizing abuse in media
The romanticization of abuse in media has been normalized within Gen-Z culture, especially with the rise in the use of social media accessibility. Recent television shows such as Euphoria, Blueface and Chrisean: Crazy in Love, or fictional characters Harley Quinn and the Joker each depicts scenes of physical abuse which […]
Tallahassee’s club scene raises concerns
The annual homecoming celebration at Florida A&M University is a time of festivities and reunions, but it also brings to light some concerning issues related to the city’s club scene. In recent years, the combination of FAMU’s homecoming and the vibrant nightlife has raised serious safety concerns. During homecoming week, […]