Author: Katrelle Simmons

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Nation neglects problem that affects mostly blacks

Last week, President Bush declared Nov. 30 National Methamphetamine Awareness Day. Although some 12 million Americans reported having tried methamphetamine, this is far fewer than the number of people who have tried inhalants (23 million), hallucinogens (34million), cocaine (34 million) or marijuana (96 million), said Margaret Dooley, outreach coordinator for […]

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University requires CLAST for graduation

The College-Level Academic Skills Test is a mandatory test college students must take to graduate. “The CLAST is not only for the students in General Studies, but the CLAST is administered to students throughout the university,” said Dorothy Henderson, dean of general studies. According to the CLAST question and answers […]

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Ciara album satisfies fans awaiting her growth

Ciara has returned with her much-anticipated sophomore album. “The Evolution” is the followup to her 2004 triple-platinum debut album “Goodies.” When “Get Up” hit the airwaves this summer, it marked the beginning of Ciara’s return and left eager fans wanting more. This album satisfies the people who waited to see […]

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Seminar covers relationship issues

Tuesday night the Beta Alpha chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Florida A&M University chapter of Progressive Black Men Inc. hosted their second annual Red Light, Green Light seminar in Perry- Paige auditorium. The seminar focused on relationship issues, including first impressions, courtships, dating, breakups and marriage. […]

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Sophomore transitions to Hill life

Out of California, by way of Italy, through Switzerland, via Iowa, and breezing by a few other pit stops, Florida A&M University’s newest volleyball player has landed in Tallahassee. Marrita Royster-Crockett transferred to FAMU from Florida State University and has had a huge affect on the volleyball team. As some […]

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Team reflects after tourney loss to Gators

It was a silent bus ride back to Tallahassee for Florida A&M University. The Lady Rattlers’ volleyball team ended their season with a loss to the University of Florida Lady Gators in the first round of the NCAA tournament last Thursday. The Lady Gators swept the Lady Rattlers in convincing […]

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Baby Rattlers honor deceased player with title

Florida A&M University Developmental Research School came into the 2006 season with heavy hearts after the loss of former player, David Gibson, who died in a car accident Jan. 8 near Atlanta. After Gibson’s death, the team decided to dedicate the season to “Pro,” which was Gibson’s nickname. Signs reading […]

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Safety system will alert campus and community

The Florida A&M University Police Department will add the Federal Warning System, another system that, in conjunction with the current e2Campus alert system, will aid in student safety. As the semester comes to an end, Rattlers and neighboring community members can rest a little easier, knowing that they will be […]

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Is Black Still Beautiful?

Is Black still beautiful? S.A.C.D. presents Black Aesthetic, an open forum where all students will be able to voice their opinions Friday at 6 p.m. in GEC-301A. For more information please contact Frank Lamar at (850) 322-5408 or send an email to kataiotoko303@aol.com.

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Relay for Life

Relay for Life will be holding a general body meeting in the Senate Chambers at 6:30 p.m. Come out and learn more about this year’s event.