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WEBFlorida A&M University Interim President Timothy Beard has called for the immediate resignation of the school’s senior leadership team; this team includes the Chief Operating Officer, Provost, General Counsel, Athletic Director, Chief of Staff and Communications director, among several other positions that report directly to Beard.
Rattler: A mascot that developed over years – The Famuan
WEBSep 12, 2008 · FAMU went through many mascots before officially fitting themselves with the Rattler name. The FAMU mascot was once a flamingo during the 1940’s. “One story is that our mascot was a pink flamingo,” said Doris Jacobs Smith, educational specialist and curator for the Black Archives and the Union Bank (Freedmen’s Bank).
Upward Bound Math Science program impacts the lives of high …
WEBFeb 17, 2018 · Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) Upward Bound Math Science (UBMS) program is changing the lives of high school students by increasing student’s participation and success rates in mathematics and science pre-college courses. UBMS, also known at FAMU as the Regional Institute for Math and Science (RIMS) program, is …
Dorothy Henderson Scholars thrive despite adversity
WEBFeb 16, 2021 · Case Management logo courtesy Kimberly Ceaser. The Dorothy Henderson Scholars Program (DHSP) was named after Dorothy Henderson, who served as dean of Florida A&M University’s former School of General Studies. She was a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, a platinum supporter of the FAMU Gallery of Distinction and a lifetime member of the FAMU ...
FAMU holds eighth annual CeDAR Honors Award Ceremony
WEBOct 31, 2017 · Several locals, FAMU students and alumni were recognized at the Eighth Annual Center for Disability Access and Resources (CeDAR) Honors Award Ceremony for their commitment to making the world a better place for individuals with disabilities on Thursday, Oct. 26. The reception began at 5:30 p.m. in the FAMU School of Architecture atrium with the ...
Willie Simmons leaving FAMU for Duke – The Famuan
WEBJan 1, 2024 · Florida A&M University Athletic Director Tiffani-Dawn Sykes announced Monday that FAMU football coach Willie Simmons, who led FAMU to the HBCU national championship last month, is leaving the program after six seasons. Sykes said that Simmons had submitted his letter of resignation, which she approved, so he could pursue a new position at Duke ...
Zaxby’s opens on Thomasville Road – The Famuan
WEBFeb 23, 2016 · Courtesy of Zaxby's official Twitter. A new Zaxby's restaurant held its grand opening Monday morning at 6544 Thomasville Rd. General manager Steven Flynn said franchisee Danny Demersseman wanted to expand. “Aside from his other Zaxby franchise stores, franchisee Danny Demersseman wanted …
Cancer funding in Florida stalls – The Famuan
WEBMar 7, 2024 · House Bill 7087, also known as the Cancer Funding, stands as a pivotal milestone in the ongoing battle against cancer in the state of Florida. Spearheaded by the Health & Human Services Committee and championed by Representative David Borrero, R-Miami, this legislation is poised to revolutionize cancer care …
Homecoming lineup revealed – The Famuan
WEBSep 15, 2023 · The reveal was the main event for the Homecoming Release Party hosted by the Student Government Association which included food vendors and live entertainment for the student body. SGA revealed the artists performing this year will be Mariah the Scientist, Nardo Wick, and Toosii. There were mixed reactions among the student body about the lineup.
The Black dollar doesn’t circulate like it should
WEBOct 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 …