Author: Brittany Williams

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Popularity of gossip sites spike

According to recent studies the number of people logging on to see juicy celebrity gossip has jumped significantly. “These gossip sites are attracting a mass number of young people at an alarming rate,” said Garret Holmes, senior public affairs research analyst at MGT of America, a management and consulting firm. […]

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Solange’s sophomore album

After a brief break from the music industry, Solange Knowles has popped back onto the scene with a new album that manages to thrust her out of her talented sister, Beyonce’s, shadow. “Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams” marks the second album of the youngest Knowles, in the first track […]

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Tote bags accent fall fashion trends

Welcome Back Fellow Rattlers!!! With the passing of Labor Day, summer has officially come to an end. It’s time to pack away the swimsuits and prepare for the real seasons of fashion – fall and winter. During random rain showers and uncomfortable cold fronts, the key to being fashionable is […]

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FAMU mourns loss of alumna

The service for E. Mychelle Powell, 38, a 2004 Florida A&M University graduate, was held on Saturday at Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church. The Tallahassee native died on Aug. 21 in her hometown after a long battle with cancer. Powell earned a bachelors degree from the School of Journalism and Graphic […]

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Work-study workshop turns sour for students

An overflow of students at a work-study meeting Thursday night caused an atmosphere of confusion for those seeking information. It began when students gathered in the Rattler’s Den at 6 p.m. to receive information for the University’s work-study program. The facilitators provided information packets and explained what documents were needed […]

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Dress code enforced at convocation

Dressed in academic regalia, professors filed into Gaither Gymnasium Friday morning to join students, staff, and alumni at the first convocation of the year. Despite the blistering heat many were excited about the newly required academic dress code. “It’s always hot but we’re glad to put it back on,” said […]

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Housewives DVD leaves fans wanting more

Everyone has a little dirty laundry. And when it comes to the housewives of Wisteria Lane, nobody showcases it better. Since fall 2004, ABC’s award winning series, Desperate Housewives, has continued to entertain both men and women viewers alike. The combination of five fervent women, along with compelling mysteries, juicy […]

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Rattlers win first opener in four years

Bragg Stadium was a sea of orange and green on opening day as 18,088 fans were in attendance to support the Florida A&M University football team. Fans weren’t disappointed as the Rattlers beat the Alabama State University Hornets, 30-20. The Rattler offense appeared strong in the first quarter relying heavily […]

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Volleyball team unable to win opener

Despite a valiant effort, the Florida A&M University women’s volleyball team fell short in the first game of the season against Florida State University at the Tully Gym Aug. 29. In the first half of the game, FSU’s Brianna Barry took the first kill of the game. By the first […]

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FAMU cheerleaders: largest in the MEAC

With the addition of eight men, the Florida A&M University cheerleading squad has become the largest in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. Brandi Tatum, fourth year head cheerleading coach, learned of the good news this summer during around table discussion with other MEAC cheerleading coaches. ” This is the biggest squad […]