Despite recent state budget cuts and the fluctuation in our economy, it’s important for Florida A&M University students to stay loyal to this great University. Friday, President James Ammons announced the University will have major cutbacks, including a decrease in summer school classes. This may devastate many FAMU hopefuls planning […]
Author: The Editorial Board
Women’s basketball team falls on hard times, confidence still in place
It is no secret that the Florida A&M University’s women’s basketball team has been experiencing a slump, but the team is ready to turn it around. Coached by Debra Clark, the Lady Rattlers have now played 20 games this season. The team has lost 10 games but has also won […]
Hard work reaps success
How many times has this one been said: “You can be anything you want to be.” My mother tells me that everyday, and it’s true. Of course there are going to be times when there are obstacles, but moving those obstacles can be a lifetime accomplishment. In order to do […]
Few bad Rattlers spoil the bunch
People may be pointing the finger at the University after recent negative issues involving Florida A&M University and people affiliated with it. Despite the communal tag of being a Rattler, it is important to note that the fabric of the University is made of many different people from all types […]
Rattlers, are you ready? Net checks end after graduation
With my graduation steadily approaching, reality is finally kicking in. Mommy and daddy are cutting off the funds, and I’m moving to New York City where the rent is high enough to make you go crazy. Soon, life-saving net checks are finally going to stop coming in to save the […]
Students to strike a note with music execs
Aspiring student artists will have a chance to display their talent at The Black College Music Conference, which is hosted by the Florida Affiliate Music Group and Endustry Power Players. The conference is set to begin in Lee Hall Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Up and coming music artists […]
Health tops beauty queen’s agenda
Ms. Black Florida Eunice Nuekie Cofie, an alumna of Florida &M University, brought her passion for students to the Leroy Collins main library Tuesday. As part of her platform, Cofie said she wanted to motivate high school students to succeed in life. Her discussion centered on the issues of dietary […]
Taylor ready to take Rattlers to next level
Joe Taylor, the new head coach of the Florida A&M University football team, is steadily making the transition to the Rattler football program. Taylor insisted there is nothing difficult about being head coach for any type of program. He said what excites him the most is just being able to […]
Multilinguals get better jobs
Some college students have a hard enough time mastering English, but now the days of speaking one language may soon be over. Some professors at Florida A&M University say speaking a different language is beneficial because it helps students to be more marketable in the job market. Karen Mitchell, education […]
Transcript woes keep Prince off team
Basketball player Oliver Prince, recruited in April 2007, and miles from home, found himself possibly unable to accomplish what he came to FAMU to do – contribute to the Rattler team. The Toronto, Canada native said right before the season started he became aware that he was not eligible to […]