The godfather of soul, James Brown, died from heart failure Dec. 25, 2006. Brown was 73 years old. What could be considered even more unfortunate about his death is he has yet to receive a proper burial because his family is arguing over who inherits his fortune. Buddy Dallas, Brown’s […]
Author: The Editorial Board
Has university changed old ways for new semester?
Florida A&M University has finished its first week of the new year. Does this mean old habits will be thrown out? FAMU students old and new have encountered negative issues at least once in their postsecondary careers, many relating to financial aid. Students continue to complain about not receiving net […]
Get it together for spring session
Hello everyone. I am a procrastinator. But the irony is that I consider myself a scholar. But scholars don’t just slide through; they excel in the classroom. It seems that I always find myself doing any and everything instead of focusing on my studies. And, if you are like […]
Start semester right with seven quick hints
As the New Year commences, students now have a fresh start. It is a new semester with new professors, classes, and best of all, new experiences. With the fall semester over, now is the time to start your academic career right if past semesters have been a mess. According to […]
Men’s and women’s hoops teams look for fourth win in doubleheader
The air is getting thin atop the MEAC standings in both the men’s and women’s basketball seasons. But fortunately for both teams, they have had enough oxygen to hold their own in the conference. “So far so good,” Lady Rattler head coach Debra Clark said of the team’s 3-1 start […]
Women’s track team successful, well prepared for
The Lady Rattlers track and field squad was unaffected by the holiday break as they went into the seventh annual Ed Temple Classic Sunday at Tennessee State University in Nashville. Florida A&M University was able to place in the top three in almost every event at the meet, bringing satisfaction […]
Is Hip-Hop Dead?
Is Hip-Hop Dead? An open forum in which students will be able to discuss this week’s topic, “Is hip-hop dead?” We will cover the role of hip-hop in the black community and media. The event will take place Jan. 12 in GEC-301A. Free Willie Lynch letters will be given out. […]
Psychology Club meeting
The Psychology Club will have a meeting Jan. 16 at 5 p.m. in the psychology library, GEC-C 309. Learn about postgraduate studies, internship opportunities and attend GRE study sessions. Help with the senior graduation reception is also needed. Come and join! For more information, contact Jiquanda Smith at (850) 599-3014 […]
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. present: Pass the Delta Torch
The Lovely Ladies of the Beta Alpha Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. present: Pass the Delta Torch; ignite a new vision: Inspiring women to move forcefully meeting the challenges of life. Please bring an official transcript or receipt of official transcript request. Professional dress required. Spring Informational 2007 […]
SGA volunteers
The Office of the Comptroller of the Student Government Association is now seeking volunteers with strong verbal and written skills. A preferred finance background is requested but not required. Please feel free to pick up an application in Student Government in the Old Student Building Rm. 210. For more information, […]