The Epsilon chapter of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority Inc. claimed a victory in the Sprite Step-Off competition held in Atlanta, Ga. If you have not heard of them, it is because these young ladies represent a predominantly white sorority. Hailing from the University of Arkansas, Zeta Tau Alpha entered the […]
Author: Brian Wiggins
African Film Festival showcased “Moolaade” in recognition of Black History Month
The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice Sociology Club showcased the film, “Moolaade,” a film about the female circumcision ritual that is still seen today in 34 of Africa’s 58 countries. The African Film Festival featured the film Thursday in B.L. Perry in recognition of Black History Month. The African […]
The play “Crowns” debuts at the Essential Theatre
Florida A&M’s Essential Theatre and Lyceum Series is showcasing the gospel infused play, “Crowns.” Adapted from “Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats” a book of photography by Michael Cunningham, playwright Regina Taylor brings the story to life on the stage. This production gives a multifaceted look into churchwomen […]
Coca-Cola selects Florida A& M students to go to Africa
The Coca-Cola Africa Foundation has extended a sponsored trip to South Africa for two FAMU students who participate in their Coca-Cola RAIN program by Feb. 28 as a part of their Open Happiness Tour. Students must upload a three-minute video answering the question, “How does the Coca-Cola RAIN program inspire […]
Department of History and Political Science panel grades president Barack Obama later
In honor of Black History Month, the Department of History and Political Science hosted a forum Thursday with the topic: “President Barack Obama: A One Year Assessment.” The panel consisted of seven Florida A&M professors. The panel discussed President Obama’s historic win as the first African-American president and the responsibility […]
Diplomat at Office International Education and Development encourages foreign service
The Office of International Education and Development had its U.S. State Department Day as a part of their International Awareness Week. Director of Regional Mid-Eastern Affairs Raymond Maxwell gave the keynote address. The diplomat covers all the “cross-cutting issues” like terrorists financing, contracts, personals and all the things that keep […]
Department of History and Political Science panel grades president Barack Obama later
In honor of Black History Month, the Department of History and Political Science hosted a forum Thursday with the topic: “President Barack Obama: A One Year Assessment.” The panel consisted of seven Florida A&M professors. The panel discussed President Obama’s historic win as the first African-American president and the responsibility […]
Rebounding troubles plague men’s basketball
Florida A&M (7-20 overall, 4-10 in the Mid-Eastern Atlantic Conference) tried to carry its momentum from Saturday’s 72-67 win over conference rival Howard University (7-22 overall, 6-8 in the MEAC). However, the Rattlers lost the battle of the boards Monday night against Hampton University 70-61 (9-17 overall 6-8 in the […]
Lil’ Wayne doesn’t go to jail because of his medical situation
Self-proclaimed “best rapper” alive Dwayne Carter, better known as Lil’ Wayne, was to be sentenced last week for an attempted-gun-possession charge from 2007. Sentencing was delayed until March 2, due to what his attorney described as a “medical situation” in a statement issued last Tuesday. The ordeal turned out to […]
Parents should be held accountable for the actions of their offspring
Four young boys were arrested Feb. 15 on charges of felony burglary, criminal mischief and trespassing. They were 7, 9, along with two 12-year-olds. The minors were caught on a school surveillance tape destroying books, computers and smearing paint on walls. School officials estimate at least $50,000 in damage, according […]