Author: Daniel Watkins

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Research issues, candidates before you vote

Elections are fast approaching and yet the same question still remains. Who you wit’? Stop and think about that statement and how it applies to you for a second. Do you know who your representatives are? Do you know what their voting records are? How about a little closer to […]

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Game signifies numerous milestones

Saturday’s match-up against Hampton was more than just another football game – it was a contest filled with firsts and lasts. The Rattlers’ 25-13 homecoming win over the Pirates marked the last home game of the 2002 regular season, the final game in Bragg Stadium for 20 seniors and the […]

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Women have sports savvy too

Why is it that so many people think in order for a woman to stand on the sidelines at a football game she must be either in a cheerleading skirt, carrying a water bottle or tossing balls to the officials. I’m not saying there is anything wrong with being in […]

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Industry on edge after rapper’s murder

NEW YORK – Fearing a new rap war, police brass ordered cops Thursday to watch over hip-hop figures following the mysterious killing of Jam Master Jay, law-enforcement sources said. The clampdown – engineered by a new NYPD unit that monitors the hip-hop world – came as cops struggled to find […]

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Rattlerettes dominate Morgan State

As their trek towards another Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference championship continues, the Rattlerettes have improved their record to 16-4 with Friday’s win over Morgan State University. This victory catapulted the team into a great position for obtaining the conference title. “Every game’s important because we’re getting ready for the conference,” said […]

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Concert promises diverse performances

FAMU’s Homecoming is always something to look forward to. Alumni from everywhere return to visit the “old” campus. Many also come for the events. This year’s concert will feature R&B artists Jaheim and Truth Hurts. Rappers Turk, Lil Wayne and BG, and the Youngbloodz will also perform. The opening acts […]