It is a quiet afternoon. The neighborhood is serene and 94-year-old Rattler Lucille Williams watches as the scenery changes. As she sits on her porch, located on Young Street near Florida A&M’s School of Architecture, she slowly reflects on her youthful days as a Rattler. Petite in stature with […]
Author: Sharell Williams
Homecoming ignites the strike in Rattlers
This homecoming, we are all gathering to show our everlasting love for Florida A & M. We are celebrating its legacy by remembering a school that started 125 years ago with 15 students and two professors, to what is now one of the most distinguished historically black universities […]
This is how we feel
It is finally over. We braved the waters of yet another tumultuous campaign season and a winner has surfaced. The Obama family will remain in the White House and the country lies in wait of the promised move “forward.” With the president sitting in for his second term, the […]
Professor’s book salutes Obama
Before a scarce crowd of nearly 100 people, Barbara Thompson, author of The Gospel According to Apostle Barack – In Search of a More Perfect Political Union as Heaven Here on Earth” hosted a book signing this weekend at the Southside Arts Complex. The signing, which emphasized the achievements […]
Lady Rattlers stay undefeated in MEAC
The Lady Rattlers beat the North Carolina Central Golden Eagles to stay undefeated in Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) play. The Rattlers came in to this game with a sense of urgency after nearly losing to the Eagles earlier in the season. Head Coach Tanio Trifonov was pleased […]
Free bus rides to polls
Tuesday is Election Day and partially responsible in determining the country’s future. But how will a young woman or man with no transportation make it to the polls? The Tallahassee City Commission decided to offer free bus fare on Election Day. Anyone can ride the transit to voting locations throughout […]
Early voting extended
Due to long lines, early voting in Tallahassee has been extended to 5:30 today. The Florida A&M Office of Financial Aid “Get Out and Vote” campaign is on campus pounding pavement to ensure that everyone’s vote is counted. Organize for America has been working vigorously for the past week shuttling […]
Rattlers run for wellness
Florida A&M kicked off its 2012 Homecoming with its Third Annual 5K Run and Wellness Expo on Saturday. The 5K began years ago as the Spirit Run, which took place on the Monday that homecoming week began. Class prevented many students from attending the race, which caused the planning […]
Homecoming safety tips from FAMUPD
Sexual assault, kidnapping, alcohol poisoning and robberies, are as much a part of homecoming as the parade and other festivities. Throughout the week, events will be held continually. While having fun, there are some safety measures that everyone can take to ensure they have a safe yet memorable experience. […]
Museum to hold benefit for African-American education
The John G. Riley House and Museum is calling for student organizations to participate in the 13th Annual Rock-A-Thon on Dec. 1, an event that will raise money for African-American education programs. The Riley Center and Museum will attempt to raise $20,000 to benefit the maintenance cost of […]