Florida A&M tennis head coach Rochelle “Nikki” Goldthreate is an example of a person who overcame adversity and used her experiences in her life to help others achieve their goals. Utilizing her father as a mentor, Goldthreate was able to learn the fundamentals as an upcoming player which enabled her […]
Author: David Parks
Ex-Gator shines as a Rattler
A chance to shine is what T.J Lawrence has been asking for since graduating from Kathleen High School. Five games into his inaugural season at Florida A&M University and Lawrence is shining brighter than in three years at his former university. The wide receiver and Lakeland native gave the University […]
Intramurals help provide positive game experience
Whether it is just to have fun or to prove someone wrong about playing ability, Florida A&M’s intramural sports leagues provide students with a life that goes beyond the books. The intramural sports programs were started to give the students something to look forward to when all the tests and […]
Winters turns up heat for cross country
While most Floridians prefer the tropical heat of the summer, at Florida A&M, it’s definitely Winters’ season. The Florida A&M men’s cross-country teams competed this past weekend at their only home meet of the cross country season. Sophomore Shuaib Winters, captain of the men’s squad, is having an exceptional season. […]
World without walls
The main worry for most students travelling to college from their hometowns is sharing their world essentially with a complete stranger. This seems like a bother until compared to sharing a space no bigger than a Palmetto apartment with two or three families. Unfortunately, this is the world that many […]
FAMU explores new solar power energy
Colleges and universities spend close to $2 billion each year on energy according to energystar.gov. Harnessing solar power however, is one way to reduce energy use and cost. As a part of the SunSmart program, a 6kW solar photovoltaic ground mount was built at the FAMU/FSU College of Engineering. SunSmart […]
Rainwater project saves campus green
Although Florida A&M’s colors are orange and green, this Sunday the university will be going all the way green with a rainwater collection project. Taking part in the 350.org’s global initiative to tackle climate change, “Do 10 for 10-10-10” campaign, students’ faculty and staff are being challenged to make […]
Community gets green lesson
#8220;Sustainability and You” is a new community learning series that kicks off Thursday. This series is designed with engaging interactive workshops promoted to help the community learn about sustainability practices and principles. Educating the community on sustainability, the ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising the […]
Conference announces broadband grant
Florida A&M students and residents of Tallahassee are the beneficiaries of a $1.5 million grant that the U.S. Department of Commerce gave to FAMU to establish a Center for Public Computing and Workforce Development. FAMU held a press conference, on Oct. 6, at 10: 30 a.m., on 1600 Wahnish […]
Renowned Jazz musician performs
The Lyceum series is helping jazz make its way to the hill. Nat Adderley Jr., former musical director for Luther Vandross, will be performing on Friday with his trio for the first time on FAMU’s campus. His show is called “Music of Cannonball and Nat Adderley,” and the […]