Most alumni love to boast about graduating from FAMU. But when asked if they give back to their school, many of those same alumni go quiet. So why are alums being asked if they give back in the first place? Giving back to your alma mater is something that […]
Author: Khristanda Cooper
Ammons accepts bonus but professors still lack raises
University president James Ammons, reportedly decided to take the $80,000 bonus guaranteed to him by the board of trustees this year. The bonus comes as his staff members received a $1000 raise…and his faculty received nothing. Why, just last year, Ammons accepted an $113,000 bonus while all other state university […]
Same formula for ‘Paranormal Activity’ sequel
I came prepared this time. Seated next to me on my right were four friends. On my left, there was a pretty woman who looked as frightened as I was about this film. “Are you scared,” she asked with a shaky voice. “No,” I lied, hoping my fabricated confidence […]
Seniors focused on showdown
This Saturday, the Florida A&M Rattlers will look to keep their Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference championship dreams alive when they take on the Morgan State Bears in the 2010 homecoming game. With homecoming festivities taking place across campus this week, head coach Joe Taylor is keeping his players focused on what […]
Cross country anticipates conference title
The Mid-Eastern Atlantic Conference (MEAC) cross country championships will be held on Saturday in Landover, Md. Continuing his surge for the individual MEAC title, team captain Shuaib Winters will lead the men’s side. Winters has the number four ranking in times posted from the MEAC this season. Alongside Winters, leading […]
Volleyball team hits Durham
The Florida A&M Lady Rattlers will try to bounce back from two straight losses as the travel to Durham, N.C., to face the Lady Eagles of North Carolina Central Eagles. The Lady Rattlers come into the match 6-12, 4-1 in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, and the Eagles come into […]
Dorm Step Show leaves Paddyfote Complex victorious
It was standing room only in the Alfred Lawson Jr., Multipurpose Center Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. An excited buzz filled the gym, and the anticipation of those in attendance was nearly tangible. The annual Dorm Step Show was taking place, and students, already pumped for Homecoming, were ready to […]
Performances rock homecoming opening night
The stadium was packed as the audience sang along to the melodies of Chrisette Michele and roared with laughter from the comedians’ antics. Fraternities and sororities strolled in the aisles and students danced to the most recent hit songs as the spotlight circled around the gym. Rattler spirit was […]
Offense remains run-heavy
The matchup between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Morgan State Bears features two offenses at the peak of their potential. The Rattlers have been shredding opposing defenses with their running attack, while the Bears had two offensive players selected for player of the week honors after their homecoming […]
Blount Street undergoing renovations
Enclosed by state of Florida offices to one side, abandoned graffiti adorned buildings on the other and framed by newly built condominiums, the Blount Street strip is undergoing renovation . The strip of businesses ranging from hair salons to a sandal shop sits on a low-traffic street located between Railroad […]