Author: Chelsea Matthews

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PINK launches new “Spring Breakout” Tour

Victoria’s Secret’s collegiate line, PINK, launched their new limited edition spring line at FAMU Park this past Monday. PINK was on FAMUs campus from 10a.m. to 5 p.m. selling merchandise from their new collection. “I was drawn to the event by the music. It was so exciting and colorful. I […]

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FAMU senior recalls his memories in the 82th Annual Academy Awards

The Locker wasn’t the only thing hurting after the bittersweet battle between formerly married directors James Cameron and Kathryn Bigelow, as they battled it out for best picture at the 82nd Annual Academy Awards. Hosts Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin did their best, but comic relief was no match to […]

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President Ammons hits the road to recruit during spring break

President James H. Ammons is wrapping up his annual president’s tour as he tries to attract top high school students to Florida A& M. At each stop he awards scholarships to students who meet presidential scholarship requirements. Ammons started the tour on March 7. Over the past few days, he […]

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Miss FAMU wins the 2010 Miss MEAC

Miss FAMU Demetria Henderson has won the 2010 Miss MEAC. She will be crowned by Terrance J & Rosci, hosts of BET’s 106 & Park, on 
Friday, March 12, during halftime of the 8 p.m. game of the 
MEAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament at Joel Coliseum in 
Winston-Salem, N.C.

Lifestyles

Oscar 2010 results

In case you missed it, here are the results from Oscar night 2010. Among the big winners from the 82nd Annual Academy Awards were “Hurt Locker,” which won more than half a dozen Oscars, and “Precious,” which won at least two Oscars, including Mo’Nique for best supporting actress. The FAMUAN […]

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Spring Break Safety Awareness hits FAMU campus

Like a scene from a movie, glass litter the ground, and a car metal frame crushed turned up side down. This “mock wreck” scene shows the brutal reality of what happens when some students travel for Spring Break. This whole situation can be avoided if students take the necessary precautions. […]

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Regular season ends on a high note, Rattlers top Wildcats on senior night

Senior guard Brandon Bryant, of the Florida A&M men’s basketball team, could not have dreamed of a better ending to his last home game as a collegiate athlete.  Bryant made two free throws with :13 left to secure a 69-64 victory over the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats in front of a record […]

Sports

Is the Combine truly worth it?

Since 1977, the National Football League has been evaluating college prospects as if they were interviewing to become the next deputy advisor for NASA.  Not only has this system proven to be flawed, it has also cost talented athletes millions in potential contracts. Scouts have been drooling for years over […]

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Toyota’s cars malfunction seems to not affect customers loyalty

Although some Florida Toyota owners say the company’s recent recalls initially left them confused and upset, Toyota’s customer service and rapid response has eased their stress. “Toyota has really been on top of reaching out to all customers swiftly, and I applaud them for that,” said Justin Harris, 21, a […]