The Florida A&M University athletic department has been struggling with its deficit for quite some time. The university acquired this problem in 2004 when the school decided to take their athletic programs to Division 1-A. This deficit plagued former FAMU President James H. Ammons during his tenure. The tremendous debt […]
Author: Frank Peterman
Mentors gone mental
The basis of a mentor/mentee relationship is simple and beneficial. Ill intentions and failed attempts at popularity redefine this relationship at Florida A&M University. FAMU has several peer mentoring and leadership development initiatives. These points of contact are often student run clubs, organizations or a part of a university […]
Recreation center users upset about schedule
Students across campus are in an uproar due to the constant fluctuation of the recreation center’s hours. The rec center is open Monday through Friday from 6:30-8:30 a.m., closed from 8:30-11:30 a.m., open from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., closed from 1:30-5 p.m., and open from 5-9 p.m. According to Robert […]
Homesickness: How to cope with leaving the nest
While living on your own for the first time can be exciting, it can also be scary and stressful. For many college freshmen this leads to homesickness. Twenty percent of college freshmen experience some form of homesickness, according to Dr. Christopher Thurber, co-writer of the pediatrics article titled “Preventing […]
Sex addiction: The rising epidemic affecting college students
The phrase “it’s human nature” often comes to mind when the topic of sex is brought up. But during the last few years, studies show that sex addiction has become a widely acknowledged medical condition. The Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health estimates that nearly five percent of […]
Fighting the freshmen fifteen
Every year, millions of high school graduates make their way to college to begin the next chapter of their lives. As freshmen, students experience late-night dining, frequently skipped meals, all-you-can-eat cafeteria dining and a lack of exercise. By the end of the fall semester, students may return home looking […]
It’s sleepy time
“I’m so tired!” is a phrase heard all around the Florida A&M University, and most likely on campuses around the country. According to a study by the online magazine Science Daily, college students 18-24 get the least sleep of any age group. Sleep deprivation is a long- standing issue […]
Young, wild and free
Y.O.L.O has evolved from a catchy acronym meaning “you only live once” to what some young people worldwide call a sure epidemic. This word went viral after Drake, a Canadian recording artist, used it in his song, “The Motto.” Since it debuted in “The Motto,” which was released in […]
City extends FAMU Way to Monroe street, Oakland Avenue renamed
Oakland Avenue will be renamed FAMU Way as part of a city effort to recognize Florida A&M’s value to the community. According to Samuel Houston, the director of facilities planning and construction, the renaming of Oakland Avenue to FAMU Way will allow a FAMU presence on Monroe Street for […]
Elliott makes it to the NFL
Former Florida A&M University wide receiver Kevin Elliott played his first NFL regular season game Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. He’s come a long way. Elliott was once your average two-sport athlete, and now he’s chasing his dream as a wide receiver in the NFL. But his journey is […]