Homecoming is less than one week away, and there is no better word to describe the energy on campus than “excitement.” The flags have begun their duty as an intro to the thrilling week ahead. The party promoters have begun their extensive promotion process, also known as leaving tiny flyers […]
Year: 2023
Will Biden be able to forgive some student debt?
When logging into www.studentaid.gov you may notice a yellow disclaimer message box that states, “The Supreme Court issued a decision blocking us from moving forward with our one-time student debt relief plan. The information below is not up to date.” After the Supreme Court blocked the Biden administration from canceling […]
Should FAMU be ranked ahead of Spelman and Howard?
About a month ago FAMU celebrated an outstanding accomplishment being ranked No. 91 among all of the nation’s public college and universities, as well as ranked No. 1 among all public Historically Black Colleges and Universities for the fifth consecutive year. To top it off, FAMU rose to No. 3 […]
The benefits of living off-campus
Off-campus apartments have become students new home-away from home. They offer the opportunity to have more freedom and less worries about lockout fines, noise complaints, and shared bathrooms. Living on-campus has been a key contributor to the college experience. But students in recent years are seemingly wanting to have their […]
Student provides fades — for free
Florida A&M University’s Instagram page posted a video of a student barber giving another student a free haircut. Christian Lawrence, who is a licensed barber, took on the idea to make a student’s day by giving him a free haircut at the set. This service that Lawrence has brought to […]
This multicultural sorority embraces sisterhood
Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority shines bright on FAMU’s campus, showing its distinct and diverse chapter through acts of service and sisterhood. A lot of work and academics go into being a FAMU Gamma and it dates back to the very beginning. The sorority was founded on April 9, 1990, […]
Homecoming a big deal at FSU, too
FSU celebrates homecoming, too. In the vibrant city of Tallahassee, where college football fervor knows no bounds, it’s not only Florida A&M University that excels in captivating the hearts of sports enthusiasts and orchestrating breathtaking homecoming festivities. Among Florida State University’s time-honored traditions, none shine brighter than homecoming, boasting a […]
Multiple groups working together to reduce gun violence
In the face of rising gun violence rates, Tallahassee is taking a proactive stance in the battle against this pressing issue. In collaboration with various partners, the Council on Status of Men & Boys, Community Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative (CVIPI) is at the forefront of this endeavor, working diligently […]
Bill would lessen pot penalties
The landscape for cannabis legislation has undergone a transformative shift in recent years. Florida is known for its diverse demographics and active political climate. The Sunshine State is also seeing progress in its approach to pot laws with Senate Bill 94. The bill addresses cannabis offenses and represents a significant […]
Gay builds plant-based hair care brand
Fourth-year public relations student India Gay suffered from eczema and sensitive skin all of her life. Hence, most mainstream products never worked for her because of harsh additives and fragrances. Because of this predicament, Gay said she often spent extra time searching for serums that fit her needs. At the […]