Sexually transmitted diseases are among the most common infectious diseases in the United States today, according to the Center of Disease Control. More than 20 STDs are estimated to affect 19 million men and women across the United States each year. The Florida Department of Health reports that syphilis, chlamydia […]
Author: Faline Moses
Tallahassee Welcomes ‘Springtime’
Warnings of a high chance of rain were not enough to put a damper on the festivities of Springtime Tallahassee Festival this past weekend. Pam Fendrick, general chairman for Springtime Tallahassee, said that this is one of the largest events to take place in the southeastern region. Fendrick said that […]
At FAMU, Angela Davis Calls for More Attention to Women’s Issues
Notedy activist Angela Davis Thursday called for greater response to violence against women and increased protection for marginalized communities. The former Black Panther was speaking to a full house at Florida A&M’s Lee Hall where she delivered the final presentation of a week of Women’s History Month-themed events, dubbed “Young, […]
Glazed Lemon Pound Cake
It’s spring time in Tallahassee, despite the weather playing cruel tricks. Citrusy snacks are a refreshing way to curb the heat. There are a plethora of citrus fruits to choose from and today I have a recipe to offer using lemon, my favorite citrus. Apart from being refreshing, lemons offers […]
Court waives Palmer’s right to a speedy trial
The Leon County court system issued a waiver of speedy trial for Starquineshia in a case management conference on March 21. This means she has lost her right to the sixth amendment and her sentencing will be expedited. Palmer has been charged with the murder of Florida A&M university […]
Vigil gives students a chance to participate
Florida A&M students unable to travel to Sanford, Fla. Monday were able to share the sprit of the event that drew millions on campus. “A lot of students couldn’t make the trip,” said Emilio Hall, an organizer for the event. “I thought it would be a great idea to […]
UNF Conquers Baseball Team 7-1
The Florida A&M baseball team struggled offensively as it lost 7-1 to the University of North Florida Ospreys Tuesday night on Dusty Rhodes Field at Harmon Stadium. The Rattlers drop to a 5-20 record on the season and a 3-3 record in the Mid-Eastern Atlantic Conference. UNF sits […]
Scott urges BOT to reconsider Anti-Hazing Committee decision
Gov. Rick Scott emailed Florida A&M Board of Trustees Chairman Solomon Badger Tuesday night expressing “disappointment” in changes made to the university’s Anti-Hazing Committee’s mission. The BOT, with a 7-2 vote, approved the Anti-Hazing Committee’s plan to focus on fact finding that will allow its members to discuss their […]
Faculty Hosts Music Recital
The seats of Lee Hall Auditorium were packed for a musical performance by Longineu Parsons and Florida A&M’s music department. The night began with five international song selections performed on trumpet by Longineu Parson and his wife, Joanna Sobkowska-Parsons, on piano. Each selection featured a description and personal anecdote of […]
FAMU faculty involved in Kappa Kappa Psi hazing
Two Florida A&M faculty members were involved in a spring 2010 hazing ritual involving the Kappa Kappa Psi fraternity. Anthony Simons and Diron Holloway, both professors in the FAMU music department, “actively participated” in hazing rituals that occurred off campus, according to a March 20 report from the Tallahassee Police […]