Murell Dawson: The woman behind the Black Archives
Feb 10, 2018 · Following her return to Tallahassee in the late 1990s, the Dawson era of the Black Archives would begin. She was tasked with organizing print records under the direction of James Eaton, who founded the archives in 1976, and loved every minute of it. “From my experience, the museum has always been, I call it mama’s favorite child,” Dawson ...
The Black dollar doesn’t circulate like it should
Oct 1, 2020 · The dollar in the Black community is inconsistent and the racial wealth gap could take decades to bridge. The common recurring statistic in money circulation within communities, according to the NAACP and other organizations, suggest that the Black dollar is unregulated. Studies say that the average lifespan of the dollar is approximately 28 ...
FAMU’s food pantry: Nourishing students, fostering community
Feb 17, 2024 · The food pantry is open to all FAMU students Monday through Friday. Courtesy: Ja’Caiya Y. Stephens. On the campus of Florida A&M University lies a beacon of support and sustenance: the FAMU Food Pantry. Founded 15 years ago out of concern for students’ nourishment, this dynamic resource has grown from a small closet into a cornerstone of ...
Meet Venom, the Rattler – The Famuan
Oct 3, 2012 · Meet Venom, the Rattler. October 3, 2012 12:00 am by Geoffrey Evans. The Rattler mascot is commonly seen on t-shirts, school supplies, welcome mats, gym floors and athletic paraphernalia. Although it’s worn with great enthusiasm, little is known about the university’s mascot. As a display of prestige, pride and persistence, the rattlesnake ...
SJGC grad lands lead role in Tyler Perry movie – The Famuan
Jan 14, 2021 · FAMU’s School of Journalism and Graphic Communication produces creatives of all trades like journalists, graphic designers, public relation specialists–– and in this case, actresses. Ahmarie Holmes, a fall 2015 graduate of SJGC, recently landed a lead role in Tyler Perry’s “House of Payne.”. Holmes’ time and experience in SJGC ...
News – Page 2 - The Famuan
Nov 5, 2024 · October 17, 2024 by Ashley Bryant | Assistant Sports Editor. Liam Payne, pop artist and former One Direction singer, has died at age 31 after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Wednesday. Alberto Crescenti, director of emergency services in Buenos Aires, confirmed the singer’s death.
Students and their dependency on technology – The Famuan
Sep 6, 2021 · Kaylen Hayes, a junior pre-physical student, agrees that students have developed a dependency. “I truly believe without a doubt that students have developed a dependency for technology,” Hayes said. “The population that makes up this stigma are generation Y and generation Z. The use of phones, computers, tablets have become an essential ...
University implements new housing procedure – The Famuan
Mar 23, 2024 · As students gear up for another academic year at Florida A&M University, the Office of University Housing says it is introducing significant changes to the on-campus housing application process to streamline procedures and ensure fair access to housing. In an email sent to all FAMU students before Spring Break, OUH announced that the Fall 2024 ...
FAMU unveils new connection – The Famuan
Feb 9, 2024 · FAMU Connect is a new space where graduates and undergraduates can stay in touch and network while cultivating culture. Students and alums can sign up for famuconnect.com through LinkedIn, Gmail, or Facebook. Myah Kemp, a fourth-year business administration student, says there are many benefits for undergraduate students using FAMU Connect.
Students wait in anticipation of our homecoming lineup
Oct 15, 2024 · Raina Smith, a fourth-year broadcast journalism scholar, like many other students, hopes the announcement will be worth the wait. “I feel like in the past we’ve typically known by now, I’m hoping that they’re building the suspense because it’s a really good lineup,” Smith said. In 2023, FAMU took to instagram to announce the ...