Students who have tuition debt may face challenges when trying to register for classes this spring. Florida A&M University is reinforcing its policy of requiring students to pay all their tuition fees before registering for a new semester. “Students were repeatedly amassing high debt,” said James C. McMillan II, special […]
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Chauvinist society determines election
Recently, former first lady Hilary Clinton has been announced as a potential candidate for the 2008 presidential elections. Whoa! A woman as the president of the United States of America? We have come a long way, but in 2008, it might happen. Or will it? Women have moved from working […]
Commuter Services provides alternative travel
Commuter Services of North Florida is holding its Commuter Choices Week in the state’s capital. CSNF connects people who are looking for a carpool or a vanpool to others who are searching for alternative means of transportation. CCW aims to show alternative ways to travel that will lead to a […]
Hawkins keeps office but injunction sticks
At Wednesday’s senate meeting, emotions flared as 23 senators voted against the dethroning of Mr. Florida A&M University, Cyrah Hawkins. Ryan Morand, campaign manager for Hawkins and former Mr. FAMU, expressed his concern about the clarity of the statute that is being used as grounds for Hawkins to be removed. […]
Class clowns impede learning process
I figured my physical science class was chaotic only because it was the first day and the professor had not yet arrived – at least that is what I hoped. He strolled in, looking confused, like it was his first day teaching a class. It was obvious to any one […]
Students should make an effort to learn about other cultures
Most people are quick to take offense with being called ignorant, even when they indeed lack knowledge or understanding of a subject. We see it every day on the Hill; students blatantly display their ignorance as if it were something of which to be proud. This issue extends far beyond […]
Track team earns national, international accolades
Rattler fans can expect to see some new and old faces this year as the men’s track and field team tries to continue its winning tradition. The team is coming out of a summer session that was highlighted by the performance of senior Chris Hargrett. This summer, the Orlando native […]
Have fun but be wise in Atlanta
Yes, it is here again. Not only will the Rattlers play the Tennessee State University Tigers, and hopefully stay on their winning streak, but it is also a time for students to have that last bit of fun before buckling down into the books before homecoming festivities in October. As […]
Swim team focuses on success with new head coach
The Florida A&M University men’s swimming and diving team is familiar with the phrase “Whatever doesn’t kill makes you stronger.” After the premature ending of its last season, the team now looks forward to getting back to its goal of success in the upcoming season. Before the launch of the […]
Local fellowship give students support system
Leaders of the Baptist Collegiate Ministry want to make their presence known on campus this year. In addition to their missionary outreach traveling plans, BCM wants to get more students involved this year. “Nov. 3, we are going to New Orleans to work with churches to help victims of Katrina, […]