The city of Tallahassee has just welcomed same-sex couples with its arms wide open. The decision was made on Wednesday after the Tallahassee City Commission unanimously voted to change the benefits for same-sex marriages and domestic partnerships. […]
Author: Skyy Sandifer
Winston-Salem State hires Hayes
Athletic director Bill Hayes has officially been hired by Winston-Salem State University, according the the Winston Salem Journal. Hayes announced his resignation, effective Dec. 31, while associate athletic directors Alvin Hollins and Robert McBee were forced out by President James Ammons. Haye’s new contract will be a three-year contract worth […]
Jones Hall up for renovation
Jones Hall science building will be renovated in the near future because of over due remodeling needs. According to Section Xl, Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchases of the Florida Department of Education, the building is “over due for a major remodeling to correct deficiencies in its major systems,” which […]
Michael Jackson movie monumental for true fans
The much-anticipated documentary chronicling Michael Jackson’s final days, “This Is It,” reveals his brilliancy and the fact that Jackson still had “it” and never lost it. This brings up the question: where was the 50-year-old fragile Michael Jackson the media had recently scrutinized? Because that Jackson never existed on stage […]
FAMU recreational center offers exclusive getaways
The opportunity to take pleasure in a breathtaking view of the Caribbean Sea without having to stare at television all day has diminished to a faint “could have been.” Every year the campus recreation center offers students and faculty the chance to travel to different states and countries and enjoy what […]
Florida State hosts first homecoming fashion show
Students, faculty and homecoming patrons filed into the Union Ballrooms at Florida State University for their first ever homecoming fashion show. The show was the idea of Edwin Mackey, founder and director of the “Affinity.” The show titled, “The History Book: Pages of Fashion,” was an illustration of the landmark […]
University fundraising efforts appreciated at luncheon
The second annual Principal Investigation Appreciation Luncheon was held at Florida A&M’s central band room hall Tuesday. The primary focus of this event was starkly outlined in its slogan, “Enjoy A Long Productive Life.” The theme of the luncheon was a display appreciation for the painstaking and exhaustive fundraising efforts […]
Trick-or-Treat: Police have some tips to keep you safe this Halloween
With Halloween and trick-or-treating taking place on Saturday, the Tallahassee Police Department is making an effort to keep children safe by providing safety tips to parents and patrolling local neighborhoods. Tallahassee Police Department Officer Kathy McGhin cautions parents to know their children’s whereabouts, how they are getting back home and […]
SACS deadline approaches once again
University officials and students are confident that Florida A&M will get good marks when the accreditation commission renders its verdict in four weeks. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools is evaluating FAMU and will make its final decision Dec. 2 for the university’s accreditation. SACS is an organization that […]
Salon offers quality hair care
When you walk into Altovise Hair Studio on South Adams Street, there is a sign in the window that reads: The Journey to Healthy Hair Begins Here. Inside, Lakeesha Wallace can be found styling the heads of many prominent women at Florida A&M University. She focuses on educating her clients […]