The FAMU Women’s Track Team will be holding a free mini-track camp on Oct. 14 on the FAMU track from 10a.m. to 1p.m. The events that they will be assisting in are hurdles, throws, blocks, sprints and jumps. Anyone interested may attend. Contact Jeanna Dorcelin at (850) 980-0690 or via […]
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SGA Department of Athletic Affairs task force
The FAMU SGA Department of Athletic Affairs is in need of dedicated people who would love to join its task force. If you have any questions feel free to contact Shakir Williams at (786) 256-7954 or via e-mail at endia01@yahoo.com.
Poets and artists wanted
The Beta Nu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha is seeking poets and artists for a future event. If you would like to read your poetry or show your artwork in a public forum, please contact Carey Goins Jr. at (312) 919-7814 or via e-mail at careygoinsjr@hotmail.com.
Artists and poets wanted
The Beta Nu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha is seeking poets and artists for a future event. If you would like to read your poetry or show your artwork in a public forum, contact Carey Goins Jr. at (312) 919-7814 or via e-mail at careygoinsjr@hotmail.com.
Stores begin holiday shopping season early
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in many stores throughout the nation. Shelves are already being stocked with peppermints, miniature Santa clauses and Christmas tree ornaments. Despite the fact that it is October, many retailers are anticipating large number of sales this Christmas and cannot wait to get […]
One bad cop can spoil the entire bunch
I did it for education. By now many students have heard of the girl who got into a heated dispute with Officer Westbrook of the FAMU Police Department. It is already known that I was illegally parked and was going to be towed. But what many onlookers fail to understand […]
National average for gas prices down since summer
Crank up those engines and get ready to go. With nationwide gas prices gradually decreasing, now is the time to fill up your tanks. The national average price for gas is $2.50, a 50 cent decrease since the end of summer, said Anna King, an economy analyst for Shell. Although […]
Committee unveils new plan to enhance student growth
During Monday’s 36th Student Senate meeting, questions arose regarding a new plan for reaccreditation proposed by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools committee. The committee is looking for new ways to enhance student growth mentally, verbally and socially, said Timothy Wise, SACS representative. “FAMU is going through a reaccreditation, […]
Administration works to rebuild enrollment
With enrollment at Florida A&M University down to 11,715 in Sept. 6 from 12,125 students at this time last year, campus administration is planning to stop the downward trend that began in 2004. Danielle Kennedy-Lamar, associate vice president for student affairs, manages enrollment at FAMU. “The primary reason for the […]
University awarded $5 million research grant
The National Science Foundation has awarded Florida A&M University a $5 million Centers for Research in Science and Technology grant. The purpose of the grant is to fund a new research center, provide new academic programs in astrophysics and support the proposal of a new Ph.D. program in chemistry. Pam […]