As Americans, we live in a country that is full of diversity whether we want to acknowledge it or not. Hailing from New York City, it seems kind of strange to be in a place where pretty much everyone looks and talks the same. Other people probably share this sentiment. […]

It was simple. It was empty. It was childish. And more importantly, the shooting that occurred Friday was devastating. Everyone involved in the incident escaped unscathed, but the University’s image took a tremendous blow. The shooting began with a meaningless exchange of words and a loaded threat that almost translated […]

It seems that Sen. Barack Obama is the unofficial spokesman for the black church. Comments from the Rev. Jeremiah Wright, Obama’s former Chicago pastor, “have put Obama in an awkward and uncomfortable position,” according to a March 22 Washington Post article. Wright, during a sermon at Trinity United Church of […]

College students in Tallahassee disagree with the Democratic National Committee’s March 17 decision not to allow Florida to hold a second presidential primary election. “I think they should do another one so the candidates can obtain more delegates,” said Florida A&M University student Shaquana Harper, 20, a junior political science […]

Florida A&M University will host its sixth annual Relay for Life on March 28. The annual event unites organizations from all over campus to raise funds for breast cancer research. Amanda May, Relay for Life coordinator, said the purpose of this event is to bring students together and recognize cancer […]

#8220;Honoring the Rebirth of Pride and Spirit,” a weeklong event, will honor 250 Florida A&M University students for high academic achievement from the fall 2007 semester. With a four-day agenda, the invitees will be awarded for their hard work and academic success. All students with a 3.5 grade point average […]

When it comes to the world of black melodrama, multi-hyphenate Tyler Perry knows his stuff. With box office successes such as former hits “Madea’s Family Reunion” and “Why Did I Get Married?” Perry has undoubtedly proven himself to be a bankable Hollywood screenwriter. However, that does not mean all of […]

Thrilling? Not so much.   The Japanese remake of newly released horror movie “Shutter” is a disappointment compared to other Asian films that have been remade by Hollywood including “The Ring” in 2002 and “The Grudge” in 2004.  More mystery than horror, the film attempts to create a scary plot with […]

More volunteers are needed at the Apalachee Ridge Technology Center where multimedia services and tutoring are offered to youth on a daily basis. Since 2002, the center has been dedicated to offering a variety of services to its surrounding neighborhood. The center’s services include tutoring, mentoring, computer access, college and […]

#8220;No more shackles, no more pain…” sang members of the College and Young Professionals of Christian Heritage Church as they began their Good Friday Night Live celebration in Lee Hall. More than 100 Florida A&M University, Florida State University, Tallahassee Community College students and alumni stood up, shouted, clapped and […]