Author: Matthew Richardson

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Center changes name

The Learning Development Evaluation Center (LDEC) received a name change to better identify the population they serve on Tuesday. The center is now called Center for Disability Access and Resources (CeDAR). “Our primary focus was on students with learning disabilities and students with physical disabilities. [Physical disability students] used a […]

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Aluminum can competition is now underway

As of Thursday, Tallahassee has entered the 2008 “Cans for Cash” City Recycling Challenge. A news release for the 2008 CANpaign states that Leon County is “CANpaigning” for residents to keep all of their empty aluminum cans the entire month of October so they can be collected next month. Tallahassee […]

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Students team up for fun exploration

There was much more than wild raging water and songs by the campfire awaiting Florida A & M University and Albany State University at the Chattooga River in South Carolina. For some students it was an experience of a lifetime. “This trip was one of the best things I ever […]

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Define who is really gangster

There are little crews all over campus who would probably consider themselves thugs or gangsters. Street credibility is important for some college students because it symbolizes the validity to gain respect. If you grew up in a tough neighborhood, you’re familiar with the drug dealers on the corners, robberies, and […]

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Offense disturbed by tough loss

With a 28-21 loss to South Carolina State University’s football team, the Florida A&M University’s offense felt they could have played a stronger game. “We basically beat ourselves, we weren’t mentally in the game,” said Isaac West, wide receiver.  Going into the first quarter, the Rattler offense was not as […]

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Team defeats SCSU by a 3-0

With a team effort the Florida A&M University (3-9, 1-0 MEAC) volleyball team conquered 3-0 win in their first conference game against the South Carolina State University Bulldogs (5-16, 0-1 MEAC). Many FAMU volleyball fans attended the lady Rattlers first home game against the South Carolina State University Bulldogs. Within […]

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Sloppy plays costly

The Florida A&M University’s Rattlers (3-2) were unable to recover from multiple mistakes and a slow first half as they lost to the South Carolina State Bulldogs (4-2) with a score of 28-21, Saturday. The Bulldogs took a 13-0 lead over the Rattlers in the first quarter. The Bulldog’s Oliver […]

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Fashions may fade, but style, taste are eternal

Dress is an attempt to display individuality each day. Most people want to be exclusive and make fashion statements that will distinguish them from the next person. Although some of the most brilliant were first criticized by the world, they all understood that fashions fade and style is eternal. Trying […]

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Not only books in library

Whether for research, group work, or individual study sessions- the library has always been a dependable spot for student learning. The crowds inside Samuel H. Coleman, proves that Florida A&M University’s library is no different. Most students consider the library a prime location for studying and doing class work. Among […]

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Student financial frustration mounts

If excellence with care is Florida A&M University’s motto, then why is mediocrity a standard that FAMU financial aid department conforms to? This question often comes to mind when visiting or calling various offices on campus. Contacting these locations, my simple searches for information frequently result in responses of: “I […]