Author: Mandla Deskins

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Temporary Protected Status applications, allows Haitians living in Florida stay and legally work

The Florida A&M University College of Law Legal Clinic and Pro-Bono program is currently accepting Temporary Protected Status applications for Haitians living in Florida.According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano has determined an 18-month designation of TPS for Haitians […]

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FAMU local fees may increase in the upcoming school year

Florida A&M students may see new fees or an increase in existing student fees for the 2010-2011 year. However, mandatory fees such as the activity and service fees, athletic fees and health fees will not see an increase for next year. Local fees, such as lab and supply fees imposed […]

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State of the Student Summit offers critical insight to FAMU students

Florida A&M is no stranger to having prominent figures grace its campus. From Bill Cosby to Bill Clinton, FAMU has seen a plethora of icons over the years. The 2010 State of the Student Summit was no different. On March 28, some very influential Americans graced the “Highest of Seven […]

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FAMU Beyond Theraphy play offers many laughs to students

On Friday, Lee Hall was filled with theater patrons as well as Florida A&M students for the premier of the Essential Theater’s new play, “Beyond Therapy.” The all-student show was put on by the Lyceum Series, and inspired much talk at FAMU’s “Set Friday.” Prudence, played by Bianca Black, was […]

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Marching 100 pairs with Image Modeling Troupe to host a fashion show

FAMU’s infamous Marching 100 paired with Images Modeling Troupe to host a fashion show in support of Relay For Life this past Thursday.The event was held in Foster Tanner band building from 8 p.m. to 10p.m. The venue was filled with marching band members, professors, and general supporters.“The show was […]

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Bill bans texting while driving

Drivers beware. Texting while driving may soon become illegal in the state of Florida. So far, 19 other states have passed a bill that could leave distracted drivers facing serious consequences. Legislators have been discussing this bill for the past three years. The failure of these efforts in the past […]

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Florida A& M Honors Week festivities kick off

A week-long showcase of the university’s best and brightest starts Monday. Florida A&M’s Honors Week consists of opportunities for honors students to shine through different events and seminars. The program is also a chance for students of the university to find out how they can get involved with the honors […]

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Rev. Jesse Jackson keynotes graduation

The Rev. Jesse Jackson’s selection as keynote speaker at the Florida A&M College of Law’s commencement ceremony has drawn mixed reactions from students.On May 15 at 10 a.m., Jackson is scheduled to deliver his address at the sixth annual hooding ceremony at FAMU College of Law’s Orlando location. The day […]

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FAMU Recreational Center offers daily martial arts class

Every afternoon throughout the week, students, both male and female, file one by one into the multipurpose gym facility. Instead of practicing how to dribble a basketball or strike a volleyball, the group learns how to punch, kick, block and strike; they practice Cuong Nhu, a comprehensive style originating in […]