Although you won’t find it on a course syllabus, or even on the shelves of the bookstore, it is likely to be read by more Rattlers than any other publication. What is it? The Famuan. The Famuan, the campus newspaper, has been in publication since 1905 and under its present […]
Author: Tieler Giles
Take a Journey to self-expression
By Vanessa Clarke Minute man cures.Dismissed: Rattler-style. An inside-look at “Condomology.”These are just a few of the outrageous stories you could have found in Journey magazine last semester. The jazzy magazine that took FAMU by storm – a page-turner from cover to cover.Now, under new management, the campus’ official magazine […]
Keep it locked to Flava Station
If you are a student interested in the field of broadcast journalism, the campus radio station, 90.5 WAMF-FM is definitely worth looking into. The non-commercial station, which plays various types of music such as R&B, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Gospel and Neo- Soul, relies heavily on student volunteers to fill various positions. […]
Royal court more than pretty smiles
The sound of applause fills the air as heads turn to see the newest arrivals. Smiling and waving to those in the distance, the members of FAMU’s royal court make their entrance. If the presidential ambassadors represent the scholarly side of FAMU, the royal court represents the university’s aesthetic side. […]
Rattlers can enjoy getting carded
Students, faculty and staff may find that the Rattler card is quite convenient. It may be used on and off campus for a variety of things. Jason James, 21, a junior business student from Lake City recommends that all freshmen invest in a Rattler card. “I use my card to […]
Pledging is an ‘individual choice’
As you look at the Set on Fridays, or the leftover flyers blanketing the ground after hours of pubbing for an event, or simply attending one of the livest parties of the year, you are left to wonder about the chants, signs and stepping. “What is this all about?” you […]
Regardless of religion, seek truth
Many students view college as an opportunity to make their own rules. Some see college as a chance to start partying, dating, and most of all as a chance to stop practicing their religious teachings. A few local religious leaders feel that many college students stop practicing religion for several […]
RattlerLink: click to convenience
College students and long lines in administrative offices have become common sights for some students, especially at the beginning of the semester. It’s an annoying rite of passage that has become part of the matriculation experience. However, technology and convenience have recently been combined to form RattlerLink, an interactive website […]
The worst of FAMU’s best-kept secrets
When I first arrived in Tallahassee, I missed all the wonderful, informative orientation tours on the FAMU campus. While I’m sure the guides provided wonderful insights about the Set on a Friday afternoon and what a splendid resource Coleman Library is, undoubtedly a few vital facts were glossed over. So […]
Intramural sports encourage healthy competition, exercise
After an initial week of school, the introduction to the monotonous trail from cramped dorm room to crowded classroom depletes the average freshman’s enthusiasm for the college experience. “Everybody needs something to do after class besides eat, eat, eat, TV, TV, TV,” said Marvin Green, campus recreation intramural coordinator. “What […]