On the campus of Florida A&M University the College of Pharmacy, College of Nursing, and Student Health Services have joined forces to host a campus-wide influenza immunization initiative. The event kicked off on Oct. 1 and ends today. The last day for Operation Immunization will be held at the News […]
Author: Patronda Leland
‘Twerk Team’ movement not original
It’s official, Lady Luscious, Betty Butt and Mizz Twerksum, better known as the Twerk Team will perform Friday at The Edge nightclub here in Tallahassee. Where do I begin on this group? I really don’t know where to begin because I’m just stunned. The young ladies from Atlanta are attempting […]
Comedians wanted
If you are a rising comedian or the funniest friend out of your clique, then Tallapalooza needs you. Jay Elliot is a local comedian with a mission to help other aspiring comedians. Beginning on Oct. 13, Elliot will be the host of a weekly comedy night called Tallapalooza. The event […]
Three arrested in credit card fraud scheme
Two Florida A&M students are being held in Leon County Jail after being accused of credit card fraud that, investigators say, cost people hundreds of thousands of dollars in unauthorized charges. Both Audrey Kennedy, 22, and Devin Paschall, 20, were each charged with 182 counts of credit card fraud and […]
Defense ready for FBS challenge
So far, Rattler football has been a story of success. Quarterback Curtis Pulley has been the anchor for a strong offense that is currently at the top of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference in every category and is averaging 33.5 points per game. Return man Leroy Vann is a long break […]
High school team adopts pro solutions for classic problems
High School basketball is following the lead of many college and professional sports by instituting a replay system. The replay system will be available for use in state high school basketball championships for the 2009-2010 season to help determine the outcome of games. The Basketball Rules Committee for the […]
Extra media coverage helps with recognition
With a record of 4-0, Florida A&M University’s football team has proved it deserves national media coverage. During this season, six out of 11 games scheduled will be aired on national television. This leads head football coach Joe Taylor to dispel the myths that football players who attend Historically Black […]
Filmmaker hopeful for BET contest
Rap battles are classic. Whether it’s good versus evil, East Coast versus West Coast or something simple, like two disc jockeys going head-to-head for the top spot. Peterson “Petey Pete” Sylvert, 23, a fourth-year graphic design student from Fort Lauderdale, has taken this simple concept and incorporated an interesting twist. […]
Aquatics club back to senate for funds
Aquatics director Jorge Olaves spoke to the senate again during the Student Government Association 39th Student Senate meeting Monday about receiving funds to reopen the pool. Olaves came again to the senate prepared with a presentation. The Aquatics Center needs $71,000 to sandblast and paint over the walls and floor […]
Tickets issued
Florida A&M University parking services has new rules for students to register their vehicle within the university system. Citations are on the rise. While students are adjusting to university changes, citations are still being issued. Going online and waiting for a decal through mail is the new way a life; […]