It’s that time of year again. Florida A&M University students will prepare to stroll across the Leon County Civic Center stage on April 27 and receive a degree from their respective schools. Well, that’s the plan – maybe? Because of insufficient communication from the University, many students were unaware of […]
Author: The Editorial Board
Political dirt slinging out, real issues in
Politics – it’s the framework and foundation of America – governs our society in most every aspect. Whether it be monitoring overseas violence or gauging the price of groceries. Politics is entrenched in our everyday lives. Every four years, U.S. citizens vote on who will be the new leader of […]
Women’s bowling team pins Bethune Cookman
The Florida A&M Lady Rattlers’ bowling team competed in the Releaser’s NCAA Invitational this weekend. Through two days of the tournament the Lady Rattlers posted a 7-3 mark, with a key victory over rival BCU Saturday. The tournament took place at the Seminole Bowl bowling alley and included 10 teams. […]
Rattlers live and die with three point shot
With two overtimes, it was an upsetting 80-78 loss Saturday for the Florida A&M Rattlers against the North Carolina A&T Aggies. The number three could have been the theme number throughout the entire game. The first point scored by FAMU was a three pointer. The Rattlers led the first half […]
Valentine affair focuses on charity
The Northeastern Vibe Organization is seeking to make Valentine’s Day about more than chocolate and paper hearts. NEVO will host Bid 4 Life, an interactive showcase, Feb. 11 in the Perry Paige Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. The showcase allows students to participate in dating games based on reality TV shows […]
Lady Rattlers fall to North Carolina 69-53
With the Lady Rattlers going into the game against North Carolina A&T, they needed a win to improve their record. Although the Lady Rattlers put up a good effort, they fell short to their competitors. The final score was 53-69. The Rattlers won the tip-off possession but both teams struggled […]
Dance champions delight audience
House Arrest 2 Championship Dance Team held its annual spring dance showcase, “New Juke City” Feb. 8 in Lee Hall Auditorium. The live and hype performance gave some students a reason to cheer. The dance team, which is made up of nine national chapters, gave an exciting showcase that included […]
Calendar inconsistency causes student discord
Major changes were made to the University Calendar this semester. Spring commencement is scheduled for April 27. Earlier this semester, the online academic calendar showed that commencement was May 4. Associate Vice President and Dean of StudentsHenry L. Kirby serves as the chair of the university commencement committee. Kirby said […]
Crack down on cup publicity may spell out fines
Organizations that use decorative cup layouts on the parking garage fence on Wahnish Way to publicize events stand a good chance of receiving a fine if proper procedure is not followed. Associate Director of the Division of Student Affairs Saundra Inge said rules were established a year ago because of […]
Pilot recovering from crash
The pilot of a three-passenger Cessna aircraft, which nose-dived at the intersection of Ocala Road and West Tennessee Street Friday, remains in stable condition at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Hal McCord, 50, suffered a broken leg and an injured back, TMH officials said. At 8:40 p.m. McCord’s airplane crashed, hitting several […]