Gaither Gymnasium was filled to capacity Friday morning as students, faculty and alumni gathered to attend the Florida A&M annual homecoming convocation. FAMU alumnus Bernard Kinsey, entrepreneur, philanthropist and black art collector, served as keynote speaker. Kinsey encouraged students to live up to their fullest potential by sharing influential stories […]
Author: Kamaria Rogers
FAMU utility bill raises concerns about usage
For the past year, State universities in Florida have faced stiff budget cuts and Florida A&M has managed to stay on track. Despite the increased cost in electricity usage during the 2008-2009 academic year, FAMU was able to meet its utilities budget, according to Deborah Leon, associate budget director. “This […]
Ammons nominates new trustee
Florida A&M President James Ammons nominated former Florida House Representative Marjorie Turnbull to serve on the university’s Board of Trustees. The Board of Governors approved the recommendation Thursday. The Board of Trustees is the governing body for the university, and consists of 13 members, including the university president and student […]
More students than seats in cafeteria
The glamour of the new renovations of the cafeteria in the Student Services Center has worn off for some students because there is not adequate seating. The renovation project started in May and was completed in July. “We mostly have to get here as soon as lunch or dinner starts […]
Gospel Choir raises voice with fresh faces
It’s the sound of excellence, as Florida A&M University would put it. The world-renowned gospel choir made a big turn around after two years in a drought. But what made this turn around possible? Francis Stallworth, the adviser of the FAMU Gospel Choir said she is happy that the choir […]
Gaither holds memories for alumni
Past Rattlers reminded students of the importance of the historic Gaither Gymnasium. In February 2009, the Florida A&M Boosters held a farewell weekend in honor of Gaither Gymnasium being used for the last time. “The crowd, the students and the enthusiasm that took place,” said Mickey Clayton, executive director of […]
Pulley, offense back on track against Norfolk State
Florida A&M University senior quarterback Curtis Pulley did more against Norfolk State University’s defense in one half Saturday than other teams have been able to accomplish in entire games this season. Pulley rushed for a game-high 185 yards and a touchdown, leading the Rattlers (5-2, 3-1 in the Mid-Eastern Athletic […]
Emergency declaration too late
The spreading of the H1N1 virus like wild fire, has triggered President Obama to declare it as a national emergency. But with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stating that 46 states have been infected with the swine flu, it seems as though Obama’s announcement on Oct. 24 is […]
Team survives surge, sweeps BCU
Injuries and a lack of substitutes could not stop the Rattlers from sweeping Bethune-Cookman University Sunday afternoon 27-25, 25-23, 25-21,to remain undefeated in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. “They’re persevering,” Florida A&M head coach Tony Trifonov said. “That’s what it’s all about especially late in the season. We’ve been able to […]
Rattlers wild over offense
Saturday’s homecoming game against the Norfolk State University Spartans brought excitement back into Bragg Memorial Stadium. In the first quarter, on first and 10 on Norfolk State’s 23 yard-line, the crowd of 17,049 viewed the Rattler’s wildcat formation for the first time. The play was a direct snap to senior […]