Student body presidents from twelve universities in Florida learned more about the New Florida initiative in a meeting with Gov. Charlie Crist after the Capitol’s rally. Crist informed the student leaders in the hour-long meeting about the initiative and what it will bring to the table to help universities deal […]
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Toyota’s cars malfunction seems to not affect customers loyalty
Although some Florida Toyota owners say the company’s recent recalls initially left them confused and upset, Toyota’s customer service and rapid response has eased their stress. “Toyota has really been on top of reaching out to all customers swiftly, and I applaud them for that,” said Justin Harris, 21, a […]
Students face long lines in order to get a slot in FAMU housing department
As the housing application process begins, long lines, confusion and frustration were issues students had to deal with Monday. According to Florida A&M’s Director of University Housing Oscar Crumity, the line started long before the 7 a.m. open of business. “We had our first students arrive this morning around 3:10 […]
Special education teacher killed in Tacoma
Jennifer Paulson, a 30-year-old special education teacher at Birney Elementary School was shot and killed Friday morning in Tacoma, Wash. “She was a very kind, merciful, loving person,” her father, Ken Paulson, said. “That’s probably why she was a special education teacher – because she loved so much.” He said […]
Coca-Cola selects Florida A& M students to go to Africa
The Coca-Cola Africa Foundation has extended a sponsored trip to South Africa for two FAMU students who participate in their Coca-Cola RAIN program by Feb. 28 as a part of their Open Happiness Tour. Students must upload a three-minute video answering the question, “How does the Coca-Cola RAIN program inspire […]
Department of History and Political Science panel grades president Barack Obama later
In honor of Black History Month, the Department of History and Political Science hosted a forum Thursday with the topic: “President Barack Obama: A One Year Assessment.” The panel consisted of seven Florida A&M professors. The panel discussed President Obama’s historic win as the first African-American president and the responsibility […]
Color of Climate Change speaker encourages students to become vegans to help the earth’s climate
Florida A&M’s Green Coalition hosted the “Color of Climate Change,” seminar with Zarakyah Ahmadiel,chairman of the RBG Environmental Restoration Agency, as the guest speaker on Thursday in the School of Journalism and Graphic Communication Lecture Hall. Ahmadiel proved to students that common health issues that afflict African-Americans could be eliminated […]
Forum discusses loan changes
A forum hosted by financial aid Monday shed more light on the new changes the office will make this year regarding loans. There will no longer be a list of lenders or banks that students will be able to choose from due to changes by the U.S. Department of Education. […]
President Ammons address potential cutbacks and budget problems
President James Ammons gave his State of the University Address Monday at the Alfred Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Teaching Gymnasium. His 15-minute speech consisted of a laundry list of potential cutbacks, budget problems a proposed 10-15 percent cut. “I have grave concerns,” said Ammons, “not just for Florida A&M, but for […]
50th anniversary of sit-ins
This year marks the 50th year anniversary of when seven students attending Florida A & M walked into Woolworth’s restaurant in downtown Tallahassee to order food, were refused service and arrested.Friday, Feb. 19 the re-enactment will take place at the quadrangle at 11:15 a.m. to commemorate the event. The demonstration […]