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WEBHarris picks a running mate. In a strategic move that has captured widespread attention, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the 2024 election. Walz, a seasoned politician with a rich background, brings a blend of experience and relatability to the ticket.
What to know about the Baker Act
WEBOct 15, 2018 · The Florida Mental Health Act of 1971, known as the Baker Act, is a statue only for the state of Florida. The legislation was nicknamed "Baker Act" after Maxine Baker, a Florida Democratic state representative from Miami. She served as chair of the House Committee on Mental health. The act allows the involuntary institutionalization and ...
Meet Miss FAMU DRS – The Famuan
WEBOct 16, 2023 · Dream Hogan at her coronation. Photo courtesy Hogan. On Oct. 7, Dream Hogan was crowned the 70th Miss Florida A&M University Developmental Research School for the 2023-2024 academic year. Hogan, 17, was born and raised in Tallahassee by her father. She has attended FAMU DRS since the second grade and is …
FAMU student drowns at Miramar Beach – The Famuan
WEBMar 1, 2023 · Alexander Boyd, a sophomore at Florida A&M University and Tallahassee native, drowned on Saturday at Miramar Beach while on an annual trip with his scholarship housemates. The 20-year-old was an architecture major who graduated from Rickards High School in the spring of 2021. Gabrielle Jackson, a former English teacher of Boyd, remembers him as ...
New traditions can create tensions – The Famuan
WEBJan 22, 2024 · The conversation on New School vs. Old School at FAMU is evolving among alumni, sparking reflections on the evolution of traditions on the renowned Tallahassee campus. Both current students and alums have voiced concerns about a cultural shift, with Justin Matthews, a December 2023 graduate, sharing his diminishing interest in Set Friday.
Inman-Johnson jumps back into the fray – The Famuan
WEBApr 20, 2024 · Inman-Johnson jumps back into the fray. In the local world of education and politics, there are few figures as influential and inspiring as Dorothy “Dot” Inman-Johnson. From her humble beginnings growing up in Birmingham, Alabama, during the civil rights movement to becoming the first Black woman to serve as mayor of Tallahassee, serving ...
Nike’s new FAMU sneaker sells out quickly – The Famuan
WEBOct 8, 2022 · Nike, a multinational corporation that supports Historically Black Colleges and Universities, visited Tallahassee Friday to give FAMU its very own Nike Dunk Low. Florida A&M University and Nike signed a multi-year agreement in March 2021 that covers athletic footwear, uniforms and clothing fo
Large donation causes stir in FAMU community – The Famuan
WEBMay 11, 2024 · On May 4, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) received a record-breaking donation; the institution was gifted nearly a quarter billion dollars during a spring commencement ceremony. Normally, this would be a time for celebration, however, it has caused quite a disruption within the FAMU community, and HBCU community at large.
Feminine men face hurdles – The Famuan
WEBFeb 14, 2022 · The masculinity obsession is strange to me,” he posted on Twitter. While feminine usually refers to behaviors or emotional processes typically associated with women, the term “effeminate” is usually used as a derogatory phrase to say that a man is less than a man. Both uses of the word help add to …
Judge Baker-Carper changing courtroom culture – The Famuan
WEBSep 27, 2021 · Leon County Circuit Court Judge Tiffany M. Baker-Carper promises to always treat people with dignity and respect. Born and raised in Quincy, Baker-Carper initially wanted to be a doctor. She graduated from the University of Miami, earning degrees in finance and chemistry. After graduating, she developed an interest in criminal law.