Few people who break into the music industry offer more than average talent. Tanza Thompson, a native of Tallahassee, is a dimensional artist. She is a songwriter, singer and rapper who not only understands the importance of education, but also uses her educational background to influence her business decisions. Born […]
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Men complete season sweep, defeat Bison 72-67
A season sweep of the Howard Bison was all the motivation that the Florida A&M University men’s basketball team needed when they took the floor on Saturday night in their first home game since Feb 1. It took an extra five minutes in overtime to decide the outcome of the […]
Ten most influential blacks
1. Oprah Winfrey: Winfrey was born into poverty. By age 32, she was a millionaire. According to Forbes Magazine, Winfrey is the first black billionaire and remains the richest woman on earth. (Tennessee State) 2. Toni Morrison: Morrison is the first black person to win a Nobel Peace prize […]
The agony of those who still have no answers about their beloved Haitian relatives
The public tunes into the news, goes online, or reads an article about the earthquake everyday. But how many actually think about who the victims are and what they mean to their families? More than a month after the Haiti earthquake, Dave Pierre-Louis has yet to learn the fate of […]
After a troubled first round, second round results are now final
Joseph Agboola and Kindall “Sunshine” Johnson was announced Mr. and Miss FAMU-Elect Thursday night around 10:30 p.m. Agboola and Johnson, along with Brittany Clark-Electoral Commissioner-elect received the most votes for the entire spring election. “I want to thank the campus for their prayers, kind words and positive energy that kept […]
Rapper Wale visits the Hill to speak at men’s forum
Olubowale Folari, better known by his stage name Wale, made a visit to the campus of Florida A&M. He was here to serve as a panelist for the “I am a Black Man” forum that was held Thursday night in the grand ballroom. “I want black male students to gain […]
RuPaul released new book on titled Workin It!
A new novel has hit the shelves and it’s unique content is causing a major buzz.Please do not judge this book by its cover. RuPaul’s “Workin’ It!” is a guide to life for individuals who live life with an edgy sense of style. RuPaul touches on topics such as personality […]
Discrimination based on tattoos, a sad reality for those who embrace their permanent inked bodies
Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, veteran status and disability. Should the same enforcements protect persons with exposed tattoos?The increasing popularity of tattoos is apparent. What was once a body modification associated exclusively with criminals and gang affiliations, tattoos […]
Young adult fighting is pure immaturity
Everyone knows about the fight at the basketball game featured on ESPNU two weeks ago. We either we saw it or we heard about it. Talk about embarrassing. Of course fights are not exclusive to our campus, not even close. Nevertheless, the whole situation was either a spectacle to some […]
Renovations on Tucker Hall on schedule for fall opening
Tucker Hall renovations are on schedule and the building is expected to be complete in time for classes. Currently, the building’s windows remain covered in plastic as construction workers in white hard hats spread straw over the foundation. The project seems to be moving along as planned. “It will be […]