Author: Jordan Culver

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Thriller can’t predict its own disaster

Nicolas  Cage is at it again. “Knowing,” a thriller directed by Alex Proyas who also directed “I, Robot,” is really a tale of two films. Part one is an exciting and drama-filled thriller about a piece of paper that seems to predict disasters, natural or otherwise, and how many people […]

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The sour side of purchasing a lemon

Shelby is her name, 89 ethanol is her game. Standing a mere 5 feet off the ground and less than 3,000 pounds, I think she looked great in her prime. It’s a shame that after only 12 years she’s considered nearly obsolete. I know I’ve added to her deterioration. My […]

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Campus organizations donate books

In order to encourage students to read throughout their daily lives, the Chi Sigma Iota Honor Society at Florida A&M University will host its  first book drive for FAMU Developmental Research School students.  Along with the Nursing Honor Society, they will try to collect books from March 5-April 24 for […]

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Gang’s violence hurt innocent

Gang violence is bad enough. For the sake of a gang, families are torn apart, children are corrupted, and then those corrupted children are a part of a violent and counter-productive lifestyle, usually culminating in a violent death. Gangs are troublesome enough when they’re killing each other.  They could be […]

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People consider drastic options in bad economy

Nowadays talk of the economy can bring sadness among individuals – and for good reason. Countless people have been left without a job. It has definitely affected the automotive industry. People just don’t seem to want to purchase vehicles. Who could blame them? With the cost of living and gas […]

Sports

Tennis team moves down to No. 2

The Florida A&M University’s men’s tennis team feels confident about making it to this year’s Mid-Eastern Atlantic Conference championship with a current season record of (11-5). The team was previously ranked no. 1 in the MEAC for the 2008 season. The team’s ranking this year depends on the results of […]

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Week showcases station’s growth

Florida A&M University’s WANM-FM 90.5 is hosting a week of events to show love and appreciation to listeners. Sean “Sean D” Woods, the station’s operation manager, said the weeklong events are for everyone. “90.5 week gives us a chance to give back to the community,” he said. “I am excited […]

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Events offers students cultural insight

The Department of Foreign Languages promoted its services and study abroad opportunities during Foreign Language Week, which took place on Florida A&M University’s campus March 23- 27.   Yvonne McIntosh, the department chairperson, said, “The purpose of the week is to inform the campus that we are here, encourage the […]

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Universities unite to honor jazz

Florida State University’s College of Music and Florida A&M University’s Office of Black Diasporan Culture presented Scotty Barnhart and Friends: A Tribute to the Origins and Evolution of Jazz, last Friday in Lee Hall. For the first time the two music programs came together on one stage. “I didn‘t know […]

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Students Tackle Internships

Jason Little, 23, senior, engineering management, Atlanta “My first internship was with Caterpillar, then Boeing, and last year with General Motors,” Little said. “This summer I will be in Detroit doing Product    Management for Ford Motor Company.” Aylin Mc Ginnis, 19, sophomore, accounting, Germany “I will travel to New York […]