Author: Eric Hardy

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ESPN broadcasts from FAMU

On Saturday, ESPN’s College Gameday aired live from the campus of Florida A&M University. It was the first time the program had ever broadcasted from an Historically Black College & University, and many are looking forward for more to come. “This is the first time and I don’t think it […]

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Step team gives students a show

Despite sparse attendance, the Rampage, Florida A&M University’s only non Greek-affiliated organization, thoroughly entertained patrons of its first major step show in Lee Hall this past Friday. In addition to their own performances, Rampage invited the 2008 Homecoming Dorm Step Show’s winning step teams, McGuinn & Diamond and Gibbs  Hall. […]

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‘Soul Men’ offers unlimited laughs

#8220;Soul Men” is a film that will have individuals laughing until the end, and really makes viewers appreciate and miss both Bernie Mac and Isaac Hayes. Bernie Mac plays one half of the Real Deal, a Pips-like backup duo for a charming lead singer, portrayed by singer John Legend, who […]

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Pulley holds his weight

Florida A&M University’s quarterback, Curtis Pulley, helped contribute to the football team’s 45-24 win by jumpstarting the Rattlers to a win with his feet rather than his arm. Pulley scored three straight rushing touchdowns in the second quarter against Hampton University, to build momentum for the Rattlers. The Rattlers were down […]

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Winning streak lasts

Despite only having seven players on the team this year, Florida A&M University’s volleyball team won its eighth consecutive Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference volleyball championship, winning against Maryland Eastern Shore in a 3-2 (17-25, 25-15, 23-25, 31-29, 15-10) Sunday. Head coach Tony Trifonov was named Outstanding Coach for the eighth straight […]

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Rattlers sink Pirates in MEAC

On a chilly Saturday afternoon in Bragg Memorial Stadium, the (8-3) Florida A&M University Rattlers defeated (5-5) Hampton University 45-24 in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference clash. This victory was also a win for head coach Joe Taylor, who surpassed Hall of Fame legend Jake Gaither on the all time Black […]

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SJGC student wins contest

Roderic Edwards accomplished another achievement for the school of Journalism and Graphic Communication (SJGC) at Florida A&M University. Edwards, a 23-year-old senior graphic design student from Pensacola, was chosen to design the program cover for the Walt Disney World Florida Classic XXIX and the State Farm battle of the bands. […]

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CNN comedy show a no brainer

CNN’s new sketch show, “D.L. Hughley Breaks the News,” probably will not be on the popular news network for another season. It’s because the comedy show is dull. The show debuted on Oct. 25 at 10 p.m. to give a comedic spin on the week’s events. The show focuses on […]

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FAMU crushes Hampton 45-24

The FAMU Rattlers football team blows out the Hampton Pirates after scoring 35 unanswered points. Stay tuned for the complete story.

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Charging children for center is wrong

Many people can look back on their younger years and remember how much fun they had going to their local community centers. It’s a place where youth can be around their peers outside of school. It’s a place where parents don’t have to worry about their children getting into trouble. […]