Author: Vernika Moore

Opinions

Kennedy legacy lives on

When I think of the name Kennedy I think of something great. I think of the art of perfecting something over the years until it becomes the best in its class.         The Kennedys are like the Jacksons of politics.                             […]

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Job still taken for granted despite recession

Imagine losing a job while this country is still in the midst of a recession?     Although jobs rarely come by easily, people are still managing to lose them through careless acts.     Recently CNN reported, “Two George Washington Bridge security guards photographed sleeping on the job have been fired, […]

News

Dining Hall’s new modern look is a big hit

After an approximate $2 million renovation project, students are more than excited to dine in the campus cafeteria.      The FAMU dining hall in the Student Services Center on Wahnish Way opened its doors on August 16. The construction started in May and was completed after two months.       […]

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Local editors join SJGC’s faculty

This semester, local media professionals replaced relinquished professors of the School of Journalism and Graphic Communication.     The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools made a recommendation the week of March 29 not to renew the contracts of any professors within SJGC who did not have a master’s degree. […]

Sports

Shady past hurts coach’s

The recent arrest and resignation of men’s track and field coach Walter McCoy raises serious questions about the screening and hiring process of Florida A&M University’s employees. Investigation into McCoy’s past shows that his recent arrest was not the only one on his record.     According to Officer Derek […]

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Crist appointees lack credentials

There’s a saying that goes: “if you want something done right, make sure you do it yourself.” Gov. Charlie Christ is obviously looking to prove that saying wrong. His strategy seems to be, if you want something done right, send your inexperienced clone to do it. In light of U.S. […]

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Whitney rediscovers voice on new album

Download the original attachment Whitney Houston is no longer shouting out her love for the infamous Bobby Brown in courtrooms; instead, she’s blowing out lyrical melodies on her much-anticipated album, “I Look to You.”   Do not call it a comeback because she’s been here for years. Since her last album […]

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Cheating is the new black

According to education-portal.com, 75 percent to 98 percent of college students have admitted to being dishonest academically.   The stigma of cheating seems to be almost non-existent among college students today.  “Cheating is not cheating if you don’t get caught,” said J.R. Simmons, 19, a sophomore business administration student from Ocala.   However, […]

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‘Jerkin’ craze sparks new trend

This past summer, California rap duo the New Boyz, gave the regional phenomenon known as “Jerkin’” its first crossover hit. The group’s first single, “You’re a Jerk,” was an instant hit. The upbeat single peaked at #24 on Billboard’s Top 100 and #13 on the R&B/Hip-Hop singles chart. “Everybody was […]

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Tips for students to combat sickness

Kiara Hall knew this was bad. This is, arguably, one of the most exciting times in her life, but instead of adjusting to life as a college freshman, she was sitting on one of the stiff chairs in Florida A&M University’s health clinic. “I knew I had the flu when […]