When members of the Republican Party began to turn on one of their own, problems definitely escalated. Republican senators criticized the Bush administration Wednesday when Condoleezza Rice testified, according to USA Today. Some senators said the nation’s policies in Iraq, Iran and Palestinian territories are worsening. Rice tensely argued the […]
Author: The Editorial Board
Bowling team deserves recognition
They are athletes just like any other athlete participating in more “popular” sports. They practice 10 hours a week, compete regularly and literally go in for the “strike.” They’re just like any other Rattler team. So, where are the schedules, the promotions and the Rattler student support for the women’s […]
Candidates violate trademark contract
#8220;I understand that I cannot use ANY trademarks and/or logos.” Yes, that is specifically stated on the Statement of Agreement for the Spring 2006 FAMU student elections, which every candidate signs before campaign week. However, some candidates are not following that rule. Illegally using a company’s trademark seems to be […]
Track teams must step it up for indoor championship meet
The finish line nears for the MEAC indoor track season. This weekend marks the men’s and women’s Indoor Track and Field Championships in Landover, Md. The Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex will host the event Friday and Saturday. Coach Robinson said that the team must be ready for the […]
Leaders must be held to promises
It happens each year at Florida A&M University. Election time rolls around and a multitude of Student Government Association hopefuls issue fliers, free food and free services in hopes that you will elect them to office. But after electing leaders, we need to make the effort to make sure they […]
Minority scholarships would increase diversity at university
The trend presented in Monday’s article in The Famuan on “diverse recruitment” is nothing new. Over a decade ago, the permanent powers that are at Florida A & M University encouraged and achieved diversity on the Hill. So how about giving me a scholarship? The Miami Herald’s 1991 story “Florida […]
Rivers to move on to Fort Valley State
Larry Eugene Rivers, dean of Florida A&M University’s College of Arts and Sciences, was named president of Fort Valley State University last Wednesday. He is set to leave March 14 for Fort Valley, Ga. “We are delighted to have Rivers selected as the new president of Fort Valley State University,” […]
ROTC will lose housing awards
Florida A&M University is eliminating the room and board scholarship from the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. program’s recruitment package by 2007, said Maj. Willie A. Jackson, executive officer and recruiter for the ROTC. The removal of the funds comes after a controversial decision by the administration to enforce grade rules. […]
OSUA unveils new recruitment plan
At Monday night’s senate meeting, senators were given an updated status of what the Florida A&M University’s Office of Student Activities is doing to improve enrollment. The plan will include new job and volunteer opportunities for current students. “The Office of Student Affairs is focused on intensive personal interaction with the […]
Florida SGA presidents fight tuition hikes
Florida A & M University’s Student Government President, Ramon Alexander stood outside the old Capitol building Monday during a press conference to address Gov. Jeb Bush’s recent proposal of a five percent tuition increase. “To our university this is a very sensitive issue, but across the board when you look […]