Beginning with a winter scene, FACES warmed up the Civic Center with a high-fashion spectacle of a glittery winter wonderland. Titled “World Premiere,” Scene one was equipped with fur, glitz and glamour as the models showed the sexier side of the winter season. The FACES modeling troupe was outfitted with […]
Author: Katrelle Simmons
Eagles take two at Gaither; Rattlers prepare for Aggies
The Lady Rattlers entered Gaither Gymnasium Jan. 9, on a four game winning streak and an undefeated home record. Coppin State University snatched this claim as they overwhelmed Florida A&M (6-7 overall, 2-2 MEAC) by a 52-34 margin. The Eagles (4-8 overall, 3-0 MEAC) remained undefeated in the MEAC in […]
Nation of Islam leader kicks off speaker series
#8220;Why is it so important (for some to see) that this young generation be destroyed?” asked Minister Donna Farrakhan to an audience of students, faculty and community members in Lee Hall Wednesday evening. Farrakhan, daughter of the head of the Nation of Islam Minister Louis Farrakhan, sought to provide inspiration […]
New Orleanian pride outlives Hurricane Katrina
It was as if time stood still in New Orleans in the four months since Hurricane Katrina tore through my hometown. After decreased media attention, many (myself included) thought that the situation and landscape of New Orleans were back to normal. However, more than just an hour after I got […]
FAMU gets chance to ‘Step it Up’ on screen
One, and two, and three, and four! It’s an opportunity for the superb steppers at Florida A&M to shine. The search is on for both Greek and non-Greek, male and female step teams. The same Hollywood studio (Rainforest Productions) that brought “You Got Served” and “The Gospel” along with ARPR […]
Bush increases need base aid for minorities
Governor Jeb Bush held a press conference in the Cabinet room Wednesday to announce that an increase in funding for need base aid would be provided to under privileged students seeking a college education in Florida. In addition to a new initiative targeted at increasing minority admission numbers, Bush announced […]
Boot Camp 2006
2006 Spring Boot Camp Friday, Jan. 13 1 – 2:30 Registration Convergence area, room 3081 3 – 3:20 Opening Lecture Hall GreetingsDr. Juanita Hayes, interim journalism division directorSGA president or vice presidentSidney Wright IV, editor in chief, The Famuan newspaperRobbyn Mitchell, editor in chief, Journey magazine AnnouncementsEbonie Ledbetter, managing editor, […]
Program prepares students for FCAT
The Student Government Association held a press conference at noon to announce its county-wide mentoring program designed to prepare students at Florida A&M University’s Developmental and Research School (DRS) for the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test. (FCAT) Led by SGA President, Ramon Alexander and Vice President, Phillip Agnew, both men began […]
Congress extends Patriot Act provisions for four years
Congress extended 16 provisions of the Patriot Act Thursday for four years causing some Democratic senators to oppose and one senator to threaten to veto. Although the act affects American liberties, many are unaware of its components. USA PATRIOT stands for Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools to […]
Car injures student in accident
A vehicle hit and injured a Florida A&M University student Friday night on Wahnish Way near the Café. Lt. Angela Kirkland of the FAMU Police Department said the accident was not life-threatening, but the victim went to the hospital. A number of students came to the area to witness what […]