The president of Torque Dance Team, Genae Smith, issued a statement one week after the organization was suspended for an alleged hazing incident. Smith expressed that the dance team stands behind the University’s decision to suspend the team and said that Torque is a non-hazing organization. “We are offering 100% cooperation […]
Author: Gina Cherelus
FAMU men’s cross country prepares for meet in Gainesville
Florida A&M’s men’s cross country team has set its expectations high as the runners prepare to compete in the Mountain Dew Invitational Saturday.According to the head coach of men’s track and cross country, Wayne Angel, this meet is a chance for the team to see how it ranks among other […]
FAMU men’s cross country prepares for meet in Gainesville
Florida A&M’s men’s cross country team has set its expectations high as the runners prepare to compete in the Mountain Dew Invitational Saturday. According to the head coach of men’s track and cross country, Wayne Angel, this meet is a chance for the team to see how it ranks […]
Can FAMU emerge from the ‘haze’?
When the recent reports surfaced about Torque Dance Team’s alleged hazing during the Labor Day holiday, all I could do was groan. Less than one year after the tragic death of Robert Champion, more students continue risking their lives for their organizations. Florida A&M is slowly shifting from a prestigious […]
Is Set Friday losing it?
Whether it’s the musical sounds of DJ Loosekid or the plethora of unique vendors ready to display their merchandise, Florida A&M University’s ‘Set Friday’ allows every Rattler to kick back and be themselves. In the name of tradition, it is important to keep the value of ‘Set Friday’ significant, […]
School of Journalism and Graphic Communication dean retires
Students attended a farewell reception Thursday to celebrate the retirement of former dean, James E. Hawkins, Ph.D., of the School of Journalism and Graphic Communications. For 35 years, Hawkins has been a part of the SJGC family. In 1977, Hawkins began his journey at Florida A&M as an assistant […]
Tallahassee makes improvements for cyclists
Put your pedal to the medal! Florida A&M University’s students can continue to take advantage using bicycles rather than a car or bus as transportation. The city of Tallahassee has joined with Leon County to improve bicycling transportation. “The goal is to get citizens involved and help the city […]
Joint city-county bicycling workgroup
Put your pedal to the metal! The city of Tallahassee and Leon County has implemented a new Joint City-County Bicycling workgroup. In 2009 Tallahassee was named a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. Tallahassee was the only new winner from the State of Florida. […]
FAMU Women’s Cross Country prepares for next match
After a disappointing last-place finish three years ago, the Lady Rattlers’ cross country team is ready to strike back at this year’s Mountain Dew Invitational. This Saturday, the team will travel to Gainesville to compete in the University of Florida’s annual meet. It’ll be hard to follow their performance […]
Campus Recreation celebrates Title XI
In 1972, Congress passed “Title IX,” the mandate that allowed all women the same opportunity as men. On its 40th anniversary, campus recreation at Florida A&M University has implemented a few changes to ensure that women keep that opportunity. Campus recreation is planning to revive its competitive cheerleading and […]