Florida A&M University’s Hansel E. Tookes, Sr. Recreation Center is one of the school’s best resources because students love to stay in shape and work out whenever they can. To the dismay of many students, however, the campus rec center has not been operating on weekends. Many students believe the […]
Author: Vincent Williams Jr. | Staff Reporter
FAMU grad opens pharmacy in need-based neighborhood
One man’s desire to help a community led him to open a pharmacy in an area of Jacksonville that desperately needed a local drugstore. Albert Chester ll, a graduate of Florida A&M University, opened New Town Pharmacy Monday to a crowd of more than 100 people. The pharmacy, located […]
Florida Wing Factory a cut above
If you’re looking for a factory that is swiftly producing wings, you’re at the wrong place. The Florida Wing Factory is a small and personal restaurant despite its name. The factory specializes in wings. The environment of the restaurant is tranquil. Not much of a hustle bustle happening in […]
FAMU students help children learn
Saturday mornings — a day of rest and relaxation for most – at the BL Perry library is where kids come to exercise their brain muscles. Bright and early kids and volunteers flood the house of books to take part in the BL Perry Tutorials. Parents bring their kids […]
German student finds a home at FAMU
Simon Schleicher could be the poster child for foreign exchange students at Florida A&M University. Schleicher is originally from a small village in Junkersdorf, Germany. He is a business and economics major with a concentration in consumer goods. Schleicher was always interested in studying abroad and heard about […]
Losing weight and gaining knowledge
Adrienne Floyd decided to make a healthy transformation when she made it her personal mission to get in shape. Originally from Jacksonville, Floyd came to Florida A&M in 2015. At FAMU her weight caused her to become depressed and was a huge stress factor in her life. “While I […]
Computer center a hidden gem on FAMU’s campus
The Center for Public Computing and Workforce Development was established through a grant with the sole purpose of offering public computing to the FAMU and Tallahassee community as well as offer workforce development training. The center is now looking to enhance its awareness with the FAMU community to ensure […]
Stress takes center stage during April
For the 26th consecutive year, April has been designated and has provided a platform to discuss a vital issue that impacts thousands across the globe. As an initiative sponsored by the Health Resource Network (HRN), a non-profit health education organization, Stress Awareness Month has continued to inform peoples about […]
African drum and dance ensemble to take stage at TCC
TCC’s African Drum and Dance Ensemble performed in Tucker Hall. Photo credit: Kathryn N. Jones Get ready to explore African and Caribbean cultures through dance and music. Tallahassee Community College African Drum and Dance Ensemble will feature students, faculty and community members in this year’s spring show. For […]
From safety to signal caller
There’s lots of excitement and anticipation for the FAMU spring game this Saturday. And many of the fans can’t wait to see the former safety who’s been moved to quarterback, Mack Green. When Green was awarded an athletic scholarship to play at Florida A&M University in 2016, he was […]