The mood inside Florida State University’s Moore Auditorium was one of quiet excitement as members of FUSE milled around the lobby, waiting. It was the same atmosphere that characterizes crowds waiting for a concert to begin or for a movie to start. These students were not waiting for an […]
Lifestyles
Volunteers needed for Foster-Tanner
Students do not have to leave campus to experience fine art in a peaceful environment. The Foster-Tanner Art Gallery is currently in need of student volunteers. The gallery is looking for receptionists Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The gallery receptionist is responsible for greeting guests, monitoring a […]
Group promotes male bonding and leadership
Man Talk is a discussion group on campus that is coordinated by Joshua McNeil, a senior political science and English double major from Orlando and Dougla-Khan Stancil, a coordinator of clinical programs in the Division of Student Affairs. Stancil and McNeil aim to educate and inform black males through the […]
Washington rallies economic ambition
Since its publishing in 1901, Booker T. Washington’s “Up From Slavery” still draws criticism from those claiming to have the interest of black folks in mind. Reading the book, however, leaves no room to question Washington’s true allegiance to the progression of his people. “At the bottom of education, […]
Eatery Fattens pockets
Students trying to grab a quick bite to eat, in time for their next class, may want to rid themselves of the McDonald’s and Zaxby’s lunch routine. Fat Sandwich, located on 825 Railroad Avenue, is a cheaper and healthier cuisine alternative that’s heating up the competition, while satisfying taste […]
Sophomore launch for LGBT
With the start of each school year at Florida A&M, well-established groups can expect droves of eager, motivated hopefuls. At the other end of the spectrum are groups that barely anyone knows about. One such organization, the FAMU Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender pride group, is hoping to change that this […]
South Africa Fights AIDS
SOWETO, South Africa – Collin Williams’ long, French-tipped nails animatedly sliced through the air as he described the unique community in which he works, as if his piercing words and direct stare weren’t enough to capture its essence. The welcoming sounds of children chanting the alphabet and the consistent pop […]
Tucker Hall boasts new theater
Faculty and students were eager for the renovation of Florida A&M University’s historic Tucker Hall, but now everyone is waiting to see the remodeling of the Charles Winter Wood Theatre. “I think everyone is excited about it,” said Luther Wells, chairman of visual arts and humanities, and associate director of […]
Sex series continues to create debate
Florida A&M University’s students and faculty are taking action to help solve the issue of rising AIDS/HIV rates in the black community. Students put on their third event in the Sexpectations series titled “Breaking the Silence: HIV/AIDS, Sexuality and the Black Church,” Wednesday night at 7 p.m. The campaign panel […]
JoURney strives to give hope to young women
In a small building across from Tucker Hall sits individuals who have an itch to make a difference in the lives of young women across campus. Every Wednesday in Sunshine Manor from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., a support group, joURney, provides a relaxed and informal place for young women to […]