A Florida A&M alumnus has jointly opened Seven Hills Café, a restaurant that offers students a new place on campus to eat. The restaurant, which is located in the lobby of the Hansel E. Tookes Sr. Student Recreation Center, offers students healthier options when it comes to grabbing breakfast, […]
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Quick and easy wall art on a dime
Crafting is a fun, expressive way to unwind and release stress and tension from the day. At least, that is how I see it. I enjoy spending a Saturday afternoon making something to hang up on my walls or to decorate my entertainment unit. I like repurposing old items. You […]
Students celebrate women’s history at health and wellness expo
Students participated in the 90s-inspired Kris Kross: Health and Wellness Expo in Jake Gaither Gymnasium as part of its Fourth Annual Women’s Conference on Tuesday. The conference held a series of events tailored to and celebrating women. According to Tashanae Francis, chairwoman of the conference, the Florida A&M’s Women’s […]
OSA revamps logo, brand
Florida A&M’s Office of Student Activities has launched a branding campaign aimed at reinforcing the department’s focus on serving students when classes are over. OSA started with the release of a student-designed logo and a facelift for its office, which is across from McGuinn and Diamond halls. Administrators hope […]
Retired Navy lieutenant commander keynotes Honors Convocation
Keynote speaker Pia Woodley shared the knowledge she gained from Florida A&M and the experience she obtained from the Navy at the Honors Convocation on Thursday in Lee Hall. As a retired lieutenant commander who is pursuing a doctorate in business administration with a specialization in health care management, […]
Coed dorms: Let students choose
Before one can answer whether the option of living in coed dormitories should exist, it is worthwhile to ask if there are any significant reasons for the option not to exist. Coed dorms have been with us in the United States since at least the 1970s, and what […]
Defining an ‘independent woman’
When you hear the phrase “independent woman,” what is the first thing that comes to mind? Is it the song released by Destiny’s Child in 2000? Is it the nurture a mother gives her family when she is alone? Is it a girl raising her hand when the DJ […]
Anti-social media
Schools are cracking down on student-athletes using social media. While there has been no serious cases at Florida A&M, many other colleges and universities around the nation have taken the precautionary steps to prevent such issues. In 2012, two Big 12 conference schools were under fire because of tweets […]
10 sports apps to keep you in the game
In a society where people are constantly on the move, it may be hard to watch all your favorite teams and players in action. Thanks to technology and various smartphone applications, sports fans are just a few taps away from game coverage. 1. NBA Game Time (NBA Digital): This […]
Student-athletes deserve more
The definition and marketability of student-athletes has changed. In some cases, institutions are bringing in a substantial amount of money while the student-athlete gets minimal to no real benefits. Yes, tuition and other costs are paid for, but the value of the education is sometimes not up to par with […]