Coleman Library is attempting to implement a new system that would allow current students and faculty remote access to the library’s databases. Easy Proxy was purchased by the library system last spring, and when complemented, will only require that students enter a number listed on their school identification card to […]

Students and faculty assembled Thursday in Lee Hall to discuss the process of selecting the next dean for the School of Journalism and Graphic Communications. Chanta M. Haywood, dean of the School of Graduate Studies and the dean search committee chair, informed more than 100 students and faculty on their […]

t still seems that we as blacks in America are treating racism as if it is a mirage. U.S. Rep. Mike Ross, D-Arkansas, joined several Democratic lawmakers March 24 to criticize President George W. Bush’s 2005 budget for “shortchanging” blacks. “It’s all about priorities and President Bush’s priorities are misplaced,” […]

It has been one year since the Bush administration invaded Iraq on the premise that the country had weapons of mass destruction. In that time, those four words have brought many thoughts to the minds of people here in America and elsewhere in the world. But does anyone really understand […]

FAMU has asked the Legislature for more than $1 million in funding for Scripps Research Institute and distance learning in partnership with the University of Florida and North Florida Community College. Scripps Research Institute focuses on biomedical research, technology development and drug design. “It would create a new avenue for […]

The struggle and accomplishments of black women in America were discussed last Wednesday at the first ever Women’s History Month Forum. The Florida A&M University History Association, the Center for Equity and Cultural Diversity, and the Friends of the FAMU Black Archives hosted the event. “We wanted to address women’s […]

Terrence Woods, senior guard on FAMU’s men’s basketball team, will participate in the National Basketball Coaches Association Three-Point Shooting Contest in San Antonio. The competition will be broadcast live on ESPN Thursday at 9 p.m. “This is a well-deserved honor for Terrence,” said head coach Mike Gillespie Sr. “This is […]

Melissa Ann Rowland refused to have a major surgical procedure that would increase her risk of dying by two to four times. Now, she is facing between five years and life in prison because of her choice. Rowland decided not to have a Caesarean section that doctors said could have […]

After a long day of classes, all I want to do is sit down to a good, hot meal. So when I get to the cafeteria and have to wait 10 minutes to get a clean fork, the only water available to drink is lukewarm water, or the food isn’t […]

Jersey Girl” is an endearing film that is a victim of fate. But more precisely, it is a victim of bad publicity and timing. After having its release date pushed back three times and some quick editing mere weeks before its release, “Jersey Girl” seemed to be the next sure […]