Author: Anthony Anamelechi

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Marching “100” sets off for Super Bowl XLI

The University sent-off the Marching “100” Wednesday morning as they prepare to perform with Prince at the Super Bowl XLI halftime show. The band members exchanged their marching uniforms for dress attire as they lined up on ‘The Set’ to load the buses expecting to take them to West Palm […]

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James H. Ammons named University President

Dr. James H. Ammons, a University alumnus, has been declared Florida A&M University’s new president. Ammons won by a majority vote of seven from the Board of Trustees. Behind him was Thelma Thompson, who received six votes, and Howard Johnson who recieved none. For more on this developing story trust […]

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People unfairly judge uncommon names

FAMU has students from all over the country and world, so it’s no secret students have a variety of names, some of which may be considered unusual. And although America seemingly has moved into an era of political correctness, some students argue they continue to be judged by something as […]

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YouTube plans to pay users

Youtube.com co-founder Chad Hurley announced Saturday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, that the $1.65 billion company will share profits with some of its users. Millions of people log on to the Web site every day and watch their favorite clips of movies, TV shows, music videos and […]

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Fielding errors cost team season-opening game

Errors cost the baseball team (0-1, 0-0) the season opener against Jacksonville University (1-0, 0-0) as they fell 6-3 to the visiting Dolphins Tuesday at Moore-Kittles Field. The Rattlers committed five errors, which led to four unearned runs for JU on the way to their first victory of the season. […]

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Conference links artists to industry

TJ’s DJs will hold its 1st Quarter ’07 Tastemakers Only DJ/Music Conference at The Moon. The Wednesday evening conference aims to offer anyone interested in the music and entertainment industry the necessary outlets to pursue his or her career. “Even though (Tallahassee) is a small town, it has a big […]

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Students who drink by 18 not eager to turn 21

Many students view their 18th and 21st birthdays as milestones, but some students see turning 21 as just another birthday because there’s only one major difference between the two ages. One of the few differences between people younger than 21 and people older is the ability to drink alcohol legally. […]

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Kappas get prison sentence

Two Kappa Alpha Psi members each received two-year prison sentences at a court hearing that followed a lengthy series of mistrials. Jason Harris, 25, and Michael Morton, 23, stood before Circuit Judge Kathleen Dekker Monday and found out that in addition to the prison terms, they would be remanded to […]

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Lawyers clarify Kappa trial verdict

The Fraternity members convicted on third-degree felony hazing are the first to be tried and convicted under the Chad Meredith Act, which some people are calling a “hazy law.” “There is always room for opinion and what constitutes a felony from a misdemeanor,” Attorney Johnny Devine said. The jury in […]