After the attacks of Sept. 11, increased vigilance is more than expected. It is the right to peace of mind. It is the right to live free of fear. But what happens when citizens feel more threatened by the government that has vowed to protect them, than by the terrorists […]
Author: The Editorial Board
Band’s performance should help recruit
Just when we thought the Florida A&M University Marching 100 performing at last year’s Super Bowl was a highlight for both the band and the university, the most prestigious music awards show has become the 100’s next venue to conquer. According to the Tallahassee Democrat, selected members of the Marching […]
Rattlers split doubleheader in Baltimore
BALTIMORE – It took five extra minutes Saturday night, but the Rattlers outlasted the upstart Morgan State Bears, 87-79, in an overtime win at Hill Fieldhouse. The win was vital for Florida A&M (11-11, 7-3), which coupled with Bethune-Cookman’s 63-62 stunner over Coppin State and Hampton’s 87-75 win over Maryland-Eastern […]
Carey may earn top honors at Grammys
The 48th annual Grammy Awards, set to take place Feb. 8, will air on CBS at 8 p.m. Here’s what you can expect: Record of the Year/Song of the Year: While the Song of the Year Grammy goes to the artists and songwriter(s) of the winning song, Record of the […]
House Arrest’s ‘footwork’ makes show a success
Known as the Explosive C4 Bomb Squad Florida Chapter of House Arrest 2 Championship Dance Team Inc., Florida A&M University House Arrest chapter did nothing but live up to its name Friday night. The showcase included performances by four other House Arrest 2 Dances Teams from across the nation. Beginning […]
Not really ‘Something New’ but still funny
For those in the mood for a few laughs and a feel good romantic comedy, Sanaa Lathan’s latest movie, “Something New,” is a good choice. The film features Lathan as up and coming business professional, Kenya McQueen, who rules the boardroom, but always seems to come up short when it […]
‘Cuttin’ Loose’ ends in fashion, hair show
The Beta Nu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated in conjunction with Untitled Inc. concluded “Just Cuttin’ Loose” week by presenting FAMU’s first hair and fashion show extravaganza. The week’s activities were held in celebration of the 2nd anniversary of the Rattler’s Edge Barbershop and Hair Salon located on […]
Shoes go to their heads
Talk to me somebody, I’m confused. Has Michael Jordan gone crazy? I had to go to a shoe store and witness the madness for myself. People began lining up in front of the store at 4 a.m. and then once they were inside, were willing to pay $300 plus tax […]
Meet-and-greet causes discord at ballroom
In line to meet-and-greet Cornel West, I witnessed a most disheartening display of ignorance. The grumble about how Student Government Association allegedly serves its affiliates first has been booming for quite some time. Angry attendees to Wednesday evening’s reception saw what they wanted to see, not the realities of the […]
Internet companies make wireless info available to public
Cellular phones are very commonly seen in students’ hands or pressed against their faces on college campuses all over the world. As of fall 2004, 90 percent of students own cell phones according to research done by Student Monitor. But recently there have been reports in the press of websites […]