Have politics sunk to an all time low? As Obama’s tenure as president moves forward, the world of politics seems to become more controversial. On March 20, Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga), Rep. Andre Carson (D-Ind) along with other black staffers were walking out of the U.S. Capitol’s Cannon building when […]
Author: Victor Young
More women fight for their dreams and concerns
What was once a distant dream is now a vibrant reality. After almost a century, President Barack Obama signed the Health Care Reform Bill into law on Tuesday. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, also a strong advocate for health care reform and women’s issues, is credited with getting the […]
Life in China gets easier when you know the language
I’d like to say that I have reached mastery in the Chinese language after only five weeks, and I can now rival mall cuisine with my version of ‘chao fan’ (fried rice). In reality, my accomplishments, although less monumental, have been useful. I can start a simple conversation with anyone […]
FAMU offers counseling services to students affected by earthquake
Since the earthquake in Haiti, various organizations and schools within the university are finding ways to help with relief efforts. A free service that is often overlooked is the university’s counseling services. The office said they have seen a spike in visitations since the Haiti earthquake. Allison Lockard, the assistant […]
Obama’s new plan prompts different responses
Members of Congress experienced more hurdles in Washington D.C. Local Tea Party protesters got ugly by shouting out racial slurs and spitting on some members of Congress. With the divide widening on issues such as healthcare, the economy and employment, many angry Americans are finding new ways to get their […]
Career Center helps FAMU students with employment opportunities
The C.C. Cunningham Career Center is set up to help students find internships and full-time job opportunities; however, students often are left begging for employment opportunities. Delores A. Dean, director of the Florida A&M Career Center Division of Student Affairs, said registration for career counseling and employment information takes approximately […]
New FAMU alumni president wants to make changes
Increasing membership is the top priority for new national alumni president. Florida A&M knows of more than 45,000 alumni in Tallahassee, but currently there are fewer than 7 percent of members in FAMU National Alumni Association. The organization’s new president wants to change that. “I’m concerned that we have over […]
Graduating seniors and incoming freshmen face MAPP test
Imagine this scene: a graduating senior goes to the bookstore to try on his cap and gown. He goes to the counter and the clerk asks for his graduation card. Graduation card? The clerk tells him that he cannot try on his garments because he did not complete the Measurement […]
Bandidos Burrito Company restaurant review
Nestled under a billboard on the northern end of Lake Bradford Road hides Bandidos Burrito Company.Mostly frequented by Florida State University students, this eight-table restaurant boasts fresh ingredients and jam-packed burritos. Catering to the taste palate and appetite of college co-eds, this restaurant specializes in stretching the dollar.Bandidos is easy […]
SWAAG initiated
No one in Florida A&M’s Grand Ballroom will have ‘swagger’ like the academic adviserscome April 1-2.FAMU’s Recruitment and Retention Center will be hosting a change of major and academicadvisement fair and will implement a new initiative called S.W.A.A.G.Director of Retention William Hudson, Jr. said S.W.A.G.G. stands for Students Who AreAdvised […]