Jordan Culver is an 19-year-old Newspaper Journalism student originally from Philadelphia, Pa by way of Orlando. Since the age of 16 Jordan has been actively involved in journalism, working as an editor for his high school’s yearbook and receiving an editor’s position with the Famuan newspaper during his first semester […]
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Caryn Wilson
Caryn Wilson is a sophomore newspaper journalism student and Chinese minor from Charlotte, North Carolina. Upon entering Florida A&M University in August of 2007, she was awarded the Distinguished Scholars scholarship, and the School of Journalism and Graphic Communication scholarship. At FAMU, Wilson has maintained Honor Roll or the Dean’ […]
Students share thoughts at panel discussion
Students are in constant need of guidance and are not always sure of where to turn to get it. Lack of direction can destroy even the best student, and without the proper planning, even the most driven individual can ruin an otherwise perfect future. The Society of Professional Journalists recognized […]
Play tackles common stereotypes
With Barack Obama in the White House, it could be safe to say that black people have undoubtedly come a long way. However, after sitting through a showing of “The Colored Museum,” one could beg to differ. Boasting a capable and clever cast along with dazzling lights and a brilliant […]
Professor Skerritt
Andrew Skerritt, assistant professor of journalism and Famuan adviser, is a graduate of Howard University. He obtained his master’s from Winthrop University. Before coming to Florida A&M, he was a columnist and an editor for the St. Petersburg Times. He also was an award winning columnist and editor for the […]
Leontyne Mason
Leontyne Sharel Mason is a junior broadcast student from DeLand, Fla. Leontyne is very personable and free-spirited. In her free time she enjoys writing poems, songs and short stories. This is her first year working with The Famuan as the deputy opinions editor. She is a member of NCNW and […]
New shop owner hopes to ride out recession
On the corner of Gaines Street and Railroad Avenue sits Take One Hair Studio. Less than a year old, the hair salon has developed a strong following. The owner and head stylist, Bessie Lewis says she’s got an “old name [but] new style.” Originally from Albany, Ga. Lewis has lived […]
Handling being thrown under the bus
It happened quickly; I never saw it coming. I saw the bus rolling toward me, but before I could get out of the way, I was thrown underneath. According to the urban dictionary, the term means to denounce a friend, mentor or acquaintance for the sake of political expediency. To […]
University restricts travel for faculty and staff
The travel section of Florida A&M University Controller’s Office has been directed not to accept travel requests until July 1, 2009, unless they are approved beforehand, due to the state budget shortfall. The limitations placed on travel comes from Chapter 2009-15, Laws of Florida, which states, “Funds appropriated to […]
Honors program receives grant
The University Honors Program was recently awarded a $41,717 educational grant from State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance. The Honors Program received the funds on Feb. 23 at State Farm’s grant opening ceremony. The grant was awarded to teach local students about financial literacy. The honors program will offer financial workshops […]