On October 5 at noon in the Grand Ballroom, Florida A&M University’s Young Alumni Giving (YAG) continued its 12-year tradition of hosting a networking brunch that provides the opportunity to give back through scholarships and grants to current undergraduate and graduate students. The $50 ticketed event awarded over $9,500 to […]
Author: Precious J. Tankard | Staff Reporter
Life after college: Is anyone as freaked out as I am?
Photo Courtesy: Jenee Matthew It’s safe to say after four years of college, I’m not ready to grow up. I’m not ready. But, who ever is? I want to be happy because in a little more than 50 days I’ll be receiving the degree I worked excruciatingly for. But, as […]
Tallahassee airport corrects spelling of ‘Gillum’ on official portrait
The airport's portrait of Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum. Photo courtesy tallahassee.com Tallahassee International Airport sees its share of travelers and, like most cities, it provides the first taste of the community for first-time visitors. Tallahassee is commonly touted for being the home of FSU and the state legislature all while being the […]
FAMU Fraternity to hold breast cancer awareness walk
The FAMU Alpha Xi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, inc and The Marching “100” Band will be hosting the inaugural Kappa Breast Cancer walk on Saturday Oct. 20th. The FAMU Alpha Xi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. The Florida A&M University Alpha Xi Chapter of Kappa Alpha […]
Webcast Oct.17, 2018
Watch News 20 at 5 LIVE on Channel 20 in the North Florida and South Georgia region. Bringing you the latest news LIVE every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Production by School of Journalism and Graphic Communication students. Click here to watch News 20 recap: https://youtu.be/ZCG9SsVI3nw October 17, 2018 show Produced […]
The Longest Table: Relief after the Hurricane
Sit down at the longest table with multimedia journalist Belynda Wesley. An annual event in Tallahassee for residents to network, enjoy local vendors and more. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/WnXIIEvo2-
Hurricane Michael: The Aftermath
Multimedia Journalist Belynda Wesley captures the horrific aftermath of how Hurricane Michael tore through a local families home. Watch the full coverage here: https://youtu.be/tskG5yDH2ao
Simmons expects to win now
After a recent history of losing seasons, coaching staff changes, and Academic Progress Rate (APR) sanctions, few would have thought Florida A&M football would bounce back so quickly. The Rattlers have shocked many and have proved they are to be respected and feared. The Rattlers are off to merely a […]
Kearney Center a safe refuge for homeless during hurricane
Hurricane season occurs from June to November each year and requires major preparation as early in advance as possible. Citizens gather supplies such as non-perishable food items, emergency flashlights and enough bottled water to last for at least a week or two. But when you are a homeless citizen, all […]
Collegiate 100 celebrates anniversary during homecoming
Members of FAMU chapter of Collegiate 100 Angel Miller | The Famuan The Florida A&M University chapter of Collegiate 100 marked its 10-year anniversary of being a chartered on-campus organization during Homecoming week. It was started on June 21, 2008 and its members took advantage of the festive spirits to celebrate […]