Florida A&M alumna Michelle Hayes introduced Google Glass to students on Tuesday in Lee Hall Auditorium. The interactive, hands-free glasses are described as a head-mounted smart device that comes with Wi-Fi, voice command and panoramic picture taking and recording capabilities. Google Glass is only available to individuals invited into […]
Author: Chelse Collins
Tallahassee residents asked to ‘Be the Change’
#8220;Be the change” was the theme of the day for the second annual Martin Luther King Jr. Dare to Dream Festival at Kleman Plaza on Monday. A diverse crowd of more than 300 people gathered to celebrate King’s legacy. Local activist Robbie Stokes, founder of the social movement “I Talk […]
Old school versus new school
It was truly a “FAMUly” affair Saturday at the Lady Rattler Softball Complex. The alumni softball team played the Lady Rattlers in their annual affair, which began in the ‘90s. Head coach Veronica Wiggins used the game as a way to prepare her team for the upcoming season. “At this […]
This generation is apathetic to MLK’s dream
As I celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I reflect on the many things King did during the civil rights movement and the many speeches that inspired not only African-Americans but also Americans all over to end segregation. King fought for our collective freedom for a number of years until […]
FAMU introduces first HBCU Rugby team
Florida A&M has established its first rugby team, becoming the first HBCU with a full 15-member team. The Florida Rugby Union regulates all state rugby teams and is categorized in four divisions: men’s, women’s, collegiate men’s and collegiate women’s. Head coach Darrell Ray believes his team is more than capable […]
Mangum will enter FAMU into new era
On January 9th, the world watched as the Florida A&M University community made a choice that simultaneously honors a history of excellence and embraces a bold vision for its future. After a search that attracted nearly 50 talented individuals, the Board of Trustees selected Dr. Elmira Mangum to serve as […]
MLK Convocation speaker delivers message of hope
A former U.S. congressman delivered a message of hope, service and commitment as the keynote speaker at Wednesday’s Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation. “I didn’t come today to speak to the student body,” said Kendrick Meek, a 1989 graduate of Florida A&M who serves on the FAMU Foundation Board of […]
Gov. Scott appoints first Hispanic lieutenant governor
Gov. Rick Scott appointed Florida’s first Hispanic lieutenant governor on Tuesday. Carlos Lopez-Cantera, a Miami-Dade property appraiser, will assume the position on Feb. 3. Prior to this position, he served in the Florida House of Representatives for eight years. He was also was the House majority leader from 2010 to […]
Ringling Bros. declare war on boredom
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey have declared war on boredom, enlisting the help of the “superheroes” to entertain Tallahassee residents in the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center this week. The show, called “Super Circus Heroes,” will feature high-flying acrobatics, motorcycle stunts and animal performances from elephants, horses and […]
African-American men, value yourselves
While having a conversation with a few classmates about sexual activity, I expressed to them that I only desired to be with one man. One guy responded, saying that I put my vagina on a pedestal. The look of confusion was evident on my face because I couldn’t understand why […]