SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 TheFamuanOnline.com YouTube chooses Marching 100 for homecoming tribute Arjani Claitt Staff Writer The incomparable Marching 100 has “The band is preparing for the show done it again. Despite the coronavirus like any other time; the only difference pandemic causing many universities to is now, we are being more cautious of cancel their annual homecoming fes- Covid[-19] restrictions. [The band is] tivities, including FAMU, YouTube has making sure that everybody is socially invited the Marching 100 to participate distanced, [using] masks .. when not in itsvirtual “HBCU Homecoming 2020: playing, [getting] same-week testing done Meet Me On The Yard” show. whenever we have those performances Homecoming has a deep cultural sig- where other people are coming in… [and] nificance at historically Black colleges and keeping that distance at a minimum of six universities, so the cancellation of FAMU’s feet.” 2020 homecoming disappointed the thou- “Basically, the band prepares just how sands of students attending the university. we normally do for practices. When we’re Despite this, hundreds of thousands of in front of the cameras, there’s nothing HBCU students can experience the magic different,” he added. of homecoming through the live-streamed Just as marching bands have a cultural show, which will be hosted by rapper 2 significance to HBCUs, so do their leaders. Chainz and social media influencer La La Martinez spoke of his personal prepa- Anthony. ration to lead the Marching 100 for the “HBCU homecomings are an integral upcoming virtual show. slice of Black culture,” said Shawn Gee, “I currently serve as the head drum executive producer and president of Live major for this year for the band and it’s Nation Urban to The Source Magazine. “It an amazing opportunity. I’m lucky to is my honor to work with YouTube Origi- have this position and I prepared for this nals and my friends at Jesse Collins Enter- moment through [training last year] and tainment to bring this virtual celebration learning as a drum major for this head together to celebrate what is a cultural spot. There’s a lot that happens [and] pillar of the Black community.” Photos courtesy of WTXL that goes on [within the] mechanics of “The high profile events bring a lot of The FAMU Marching 100 will participate in the virtual “HBCU Homecoming 2020: Meet Me On the marching band, but it’s a part of the The Yard” show on Oct. 24.study room. excitement to our program because we get process. The real teacher is experience; to show off and show out for FAMU and ing 100 has] performed [in] countless history and its legacy is what keeps us experience being in the band [is the only The Marching “100” legacy,” said former Super Bowls [and in] performances with going forward as we continue to build on thing that can] help you lead the band.” Marching 100 drum major Nehemia celebrities like Prince. Even our alumni that legacy.” Fields, who was a drum major during Fields. — long after they served their time in the Martinez maintains that despite the the Marching 100’s victory in the “Hot” The Marching 100 has been an integral Marching 100 — are still asked to perform change in scenery from Bragg Stadium to Battle of the Bands competition hosted by part of FAMU’s culture since its inception with Beyonce,” said Moises Martinez, the national platforms like YouTube and BET, rappers Young Thug and Gunna earlier in 1946 and the band is no stranger to current head drum major for the Marching the Marching 100 prepares like it would this year, elaborated on the band’s prepa- high-profile events. 100. “The Marching 100 has a rich, rich for any performance. “For the last 70 plus years, [the March- Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/7qswyy 2 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 NEWS FAMU students weigh in on new amphitheater and dining hall Paris Wilson Staff Writer Although the pandemic has caused many students to halt their return to campus, Florida A&M University has con- tinued to innovate the space as they await their return. Craig Talton, who serves as FAMU’s Director of Facilities, Planning and Con- struction, has been working diligently on two of the most anticipated projects on campus: the amphitheater and the new dining facility. The pandemic has caused a reworking of timelines across the nation for every- one, and the construction team has had their share of setbacks during the process. “COVID-19 impacted factories, con- struction material cost, and the shipment of materials and equipment. The project was affected further when workers had to stay at home and quarantine because of positive COVID tests. Adhering to CDC social distancing guidelines has slowed down the construction,” Talton said. Photo courtesy gaceng.net Both projects are set to be complete The FAMU Amphitheater. soon and will be open for the Spring 2021 semester. “I feel like it won’t affect me in a major It might have come as a surprise to way. If I planned to eat on campus it some seeing as the university just up- would definitely be rare,” Collier said. dated the food court a year before with On the other end of campus, the new the inclusion of the Chopping Block, amphitheater will be taking the place of new flooring, new seating arrangements long-standing residence halls McGuinn, and expansion of their popular Tropical Diamond, Wheatley and Cropper. Smoothie location. Angel Tolliver, a senior African Amer- The new dining hall will include a ican Studies student, is awaiting the new much larger selection of options and ser- change but feels that it will ultimately vices provided. infringe on the history of the university. “The dining facility layout consists of “The idea is good, but I feel like those a business center, C Store, Pizza Station, dorms that were there before and the space that it will be taking up messes with Deli Station, Hot Station, Grille Station Photo provided by eaarchitects.com and salad area,” Talton said. the culture and history of the set,” says One of the cafes that already resides on campus. Although the new eateries will intrigue Tolliver. the on-campus students, Bryce Collier, a The amphitheater will provide a space wheelchair accessibility, green space and overall objective for each project won’t sophomore biomedical medical engineer- outside for different student organiza- seating. be met until the pandemic itself can be ing student, doesn’t feel it’s enough of an tions to comfortably host events. The new With students not being able to con- contained and student life can go back to incentive to venture to campus. addition will be able to bring new inno- gregate on campus due to the virus, the some form of normalcy. vations to campus such as an increase of NEWS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 3 Faculty and staff voice many concerns about spring semester Stephan Symonette Staff Writer Florida A&M University’s faculty sen- that the university will not be able to suc- With a lot of major concerns as the ate meeting was held Tuesday, Oct. 20 via cessfully track people who have contract- spring semester approaches, the univer- Zoom. The meeting, led by Faculty Senate ed COVID-19. sity administration is hopeful that all President Professor, Ann Marie Cavazos, Another major concern for the upcom- faculty, staff, and students will come back discussed ing semester is government funding. With to campus safely. concerns about face-to-face classes, financial issues within the state of Florida, “We are all in this together,” says which are projected to begin again this adjustments have to be made pertaining Edington. spring. to how some schools will receive funding. Other topics discussed included the FAMU plans for more face-to-face “USF has already decided to cut fund- process of reviewing hardcopy applica- teaching to occur next semester, but still ing for their education department, what tions that have taken longer than expect- much is in the air. So far, all that is known could that mean for us?” asked Roscoe ed due to safety precautions with the about the 2021 semester is that it will Hightower, a professor at the FAMU pandemic. start on Jan. 6, and the first three days of School of Business and Industry. Even with concerns, faculty and staff classes will be remote. In-person classes FAMU’s administration feels confident continue to prepare for the upcoming se- will begin the following Monday, on Jan. that they will handle these hard situations mester. The university is still working out 11. in a fair way. details to ensure safety of an in-person Photo courtesy famu.edu There is a proposal that students will “We must be consistent. We are hoping semester. The deadline for deans, faculty, FAMU official crest have the option to choose between remote that each college and school is working and staff to finalize their spring schedule classes or face-to-face classes. This raises out what is most appropriate,” Provost is this Friday. concerns for many professors who believe Maurice Edington said. Virtual graduation ceremonies aren’t going to feel the same Jashawn Johnson Staff writer As COVID-19 runs rampant through- On Oct. 19, FAMU INFO released an out America it continues to steal oppor- email to students of Florida Agriculture tunities from those whodeserve them the & Mechanical University providing steps most. With the end of the semester ap- and information on how to properly pre- proaching many seniors are anticipating pare and apply for a virtual commence- their well-deserved graduation that they ment ceremony. have worked years for, only to be let down Many students and alumni were dis- by the effects of the pandemic. appointed by this news and feel as though Following the transition from an they have missed out on a crucial chapter in-person graduation to a virtual gradu- to closing out their true FAMU experi- ation in May, many students impatiently ence. anticipated FAMU’s decision on whether Twitter user and FAMU alumnus @ Photo courtesy CNN.com an in-person ceremony will be held in AyeYoJay_1 tweeted, “Famu is killing me Graphic of an online graduation commencement ceremony December. without graduation. Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/jay979 4 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 NEWS Child-care centers ride out the pandemic Diamond Robinson Staff Writer Finding a safe daycare is essential for of the lucky few that did not have to shut rienced anything like this. It was over- location, and provide proof of a negative parents. down. whelming not knowing from who or when test, to qualify. A local child care facility, Bright Stars “Working through the pandemic was I may contract the virus. I made it my Learning Center, has successfully con- very challenging in the beginning because priority to teach the kids how to protect quered the challenges presented by the we did not know exactly what we were themselves from getting the disease,” said pandemic. up against. We were constantly in fear of Bright Stars Learning Center employee “My husband always told me it was a contracting the virus or losing the busi- Tamiko Glenn. dream of his for us to own a childcare cen- ness. It was rewarding when we qualified Other local daycare centers have been ter. That vision led me to take the courses for the PPP loan, which provided addi- able to recover from the pandemic and and open up the facility on June 4, 2018. tional funds for the employees payroll,” adopt the new safety guidelines to prevent Since then, I have grown a bigger passion Thompson said. the spread of COVID-19. for children and what we do in the com- Several new methods were put into “I am very happy that we have begun munity,” said owner Lakeisha Thompson. effect immediately to reduce any chanc- transitioning back to normal full-time The deadly virus caught the nation es of the staff and children catching the hours. The pandemic caught us all off off guard in February when the disease virus. All staff members are required to guard. We are excited about welcoming made its entrance in the United States. be in uniform and masks must be worn new students and keeping everyone as In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, at all times. It is mandatory for children safe as possible,” said Heaven Sent em- corporations were forced to close tempo- who are age 2 or older to have on a mask ployee Kiara Mills. rarily to slow the spread of the virus. The as well. Anyone who enters the building Both facilities are now accepting new government declared that only essential is obligated to have their temperature student applicants at this time and have workers were authorized to continue checked. returned to full-time hours this October. going to their jobs. “I have been in the childcare industry All kids and their parents or guardian Photo courtesy Thompson Bright Stars Learning Center was one for over 25 years and have never expe- must complete a form at the center’s Local daycare owner Lakesha Thompson. Lines form as early voting begins Kamryn Marshall News Editor There has already been a record the Tallahassee Democrat. There has been voting process and 2020 election. Howev- number of mail-in ballots cast in Flori- a record 85,000 ballots sent to voters in er, those who are not registered in a Leon da as the heated election enters its final Leon County and, as of Monday, about County precinct have the option to change two weeks. Now Florida voters have the 30,000 had been returned. Earley is their address at a voting site. chance to vote at the polls in the early hoping to continue this high participation This election remains important to voting period that started Monday. count as Leon County residents stand in early voter Howard Eardue, 78, who came Voters have the option to cast their line to vote. out bright and early to help campaign for ballots early at 10 polling locations in “In my 34 years working elections, I Florida House of Representative candi- the county before election day on Nov. have never seen the kind of interest we date Allison Tant. After already voting by 3. Adhering to the guidelines set by the are seeing now,” Earley said. “For the mail three weeks ago, Eardue wanted to Centers for Disease Control and Preven- most part, this high level of engagement share the significance of voting early in tion, masks and hand sanitizer bottles are is good news, because the success of our this election. available to help prevent the spread of democracy depends upon the participa- “This is the most important election COVID-19, but it is not a requirement to tion of our voters.” in my 78 years of living,” Eardue said. vote. The Leon County Courthouse and “We have a very divided country, we have Mark Earley, supervisor of elections, Florida A&M University are just two of administrative leadership that is the worst ensured Leon County residents that the locations that will host early voting. in my lifetime and any lifetime that I have voting at the polls is “easy” and “safe,” Residents needed to have registered in read about. It’s time for a change.” according to an op-ed story he wrote for Florida by Oct.6 to participate in the early Photo courtesy tallahassee.com Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/5mq8xd 5 6 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 LIFESTYLES

Staff Making Strides 2020: Editor-in-Chief Ariyon Dailey Managing Editor Maya Porter Breast cancer events Media Directors Ciara Mims Vanessa Ferguson Copy Desk Editors are virtual this year Aaliya Rashad Jasmine Butler Elaina Williams Devin Myers Staff writer Kaviena Spencer Cirsten Jones The fight to end breast cancer Kennedy Guidry starts with a single step. Online Editor Breast cancer survivors and supporters across the nation Kailyn Rhone are unitingonline this month to Assistant Online Editors celebrate the fight to end breast Pam Rentz cancer. Quintavia McKay Hundreds joined a virtual News Editors event this weekend to attend the Kayla McKinney public celebration with the Amer- Kamryn Marshall ican Cancer Society. ACS started Assistant News Editor Making Strides Against Breast Michael Moore Cancer to unite communities in Lifestyles Editor the fight against the deadly dis- Noella Williams ease. Today, Making Strides is the Assistant Lifestyles Editor largest network of breast cancer awareness events. Photo courtesy Hali Tauxe/Democrat Files Skylar Boone This year, the annual celebra- Sports Editor first ever national celebration Rico, Texas, and Louisiana all double mastectomy in January of tion looked different due to the Marissa Stubbs broadcast for Making Strides. showed their supportto kick off 2014 and when you get that diag- pandemic. Usually there would Surrounding her were pinked out the celebration. nosis you’re just petrified,” Nash Assistant Sports Editor be a large event with hundreds cars and supporters cheering and A powerful musical perfor- said. “Then I went through 52 Vladmir Cadet of attendees dressed in all pink shaking their pink pom poms in mance was presented by Kirk weeks of chemotherapy. During Opinions Editor parading through Cascades Park celebration for the event. Franklin and his choir. that time, American Cancer Soci- Sierra Lyons in Tallahassee as a part of Making “Even though we all can’t be The livestream ended with ety provided wigs for me. It was Assistant Opinions Editor Strides Leon. This year, Making together this year we’re bringing various breast cancer survivors chilly that January and February Mia Uzell Strides was a virtual event. None- that Making Strides spirit right sharing their stories and encour- when I started losing my hair. So theless, the passion to end breast Layout Editors to you today,” Santosuosso said. aging the viewers to continue to it’s super important to me to raise cancer was the same so you could Aolani Brown “That’s right. We are going coast make donations. funds for research and for local still spot supporters at the park Meghan Campbell to coast to celebrate our amazing Santosuosso reminded viewers support. I don’t think people un- getting their strides in. Photographers breast cancer survivors and thriv- that all of their support helps derstand how much they’ve done Folks were encouraged to still Rene Romain ers and we will spotlight commu- them fund the future of breast here locally with Making Strides walk in their own groups, and Nahla Muhammad nities taking up the fight in new cancer research and advanced for Breast Cancer.” document their strides on social and unique ways.” critical programs and support for Nash participated in Sunday’s Bre’Aja Baldwin media using the hashtag #stride- Clips from supporters across breast cancer survivors, patients event by creating a fundraising Advisor slive to unite. America were shared showing and caregivers across America. chain that her peers can donate Douglas Blackburn The livestream began with their support for breast cancer Jenny Nash, breast cancer sur- to. Louise Santosuosso, executive awareness and research. Folks vivor, said this weekend’s event “Every year since I was diag- director of American Cancer from New York, Michigan, Wis- was important to her. Society, announcing this was the Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/kh5ad7 consin, Georgia, Florida, Puerto “I was diagnosed and had a LIFESTYLES SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 7 Agapé’s Lemonade is family oriented Aolani Brown Layout Editor Often located near the intersection of ability to socialize,” Vermetra Jackson Tennessee Street and Ocala Road, a local said. lemonade business is sharing a piece of “And lemonade is his favorite drink,” love, shedding a bit of light, and selling a she added with a smile. lot of lemonade. Despite having been in business for Agapé’s Lemonade is an upcoming lo- almost two years, Agapé’s Lemonade cal roadside lemonade company “inspired began its mobile roadside service about a by awe-tism,” as stated in its Instagram year ago. bio. “Initially our plan was to not only do Jontae and Vermetra Jackson, the day to day roadside mobile food but to owners and founders of Agapé’s Lem- also serve at events such as the North onade, named the business after their Florida Fair, FAMU Homecoming, Straw- 9-year-old son with autism, Agapé. berry Festival, and Raccoon Festival,” “The short story is that we wanted to Jontae Jackson said. “COVID hit and we create a business that he could take over,” had to adjust on the fly but in the near Jontae Jackson said, regarding their future we want to get back to that.” Photo by Aolani Brown son. “He’s wonderful and amazing but I The Jacksons both attended Florida Jontae and Vermetra Jackson in front of Agapé’s Lemonade stand. know that people with autism do struggle A&M University where Jontae graduated sometimes.” from the College of Agriculture and Food in nutrition and has applied his knowl- product but also its nutritional value. “We wanted to create an avenue for Sciences. edge to their product. What makes their “I know no one else uses a lower him to have a means of sustaining his life Jontae is currently a registered lemonade so special? The Jacksons are and being productive, all while having the dietitian but has a long history working confident in not only the quality of their Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/juyy5v Afro Juice, a FAMU student’s answer to skin care Dynasty Williams Staff writer Finding a perfect skin care regime can any better. told NBC, “To have someone tell you a be a difficult task for those of us without According to HCP.com, researchers description of how something looks in perfect, easy going skin. However, that from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine darker skin, but not show you a photo of task is even more of a challenge when at Temple University conducted a study it, is really not sufficient and it’s not com- trying to balance having clear skin while published in the journal Acta Derma- parable to how we learn about rashes and having to constantly wear a mask, main- to-Venereologica that stated,“Results people with lighter skin.” taining new make-up habits and starting showed that compared to low stress Harris opened Afro Juice on June 13, a new life. individuals, the high stress group suffered to help, educate, and steer Black students Yet, businesses like Afro Juice, have more often from pruritus (itchy skin), on their personal journeys to clear skin tried to ease the process of finding acces- alopecia (hair loss), oil, waxy, or flaky and healthy hair. sible skin and hair care. Afro Juice, owned patches on the scalp, hyperhidrosis (trou- “The idea started when I asked what by 21-year-old Florida A&M student blesome sweating), scaly skin, onychopha- can the Black community benefit more Omari Harris, a business administration gia (nail biting), itchy rash on hands, and from when it’s made in our own com- major from Pensacola, provides Afrocen- trichotillomania (hair pulling).” munities, and that’s how Afro Juice was tric and hygienic products to the Black For Black students, although social born,” Harris said. “It took over a year of community, including FAMU students. media has made it a bit easier, you have to planning, but I’m happy we took the time Many college students aren’t educat- search for natural products specifically for necessary to have a good plan.” Photo courtesy Harris ed on the best products to use for their Black skin. Harris emphasized that one of the Omari Harris holding Afro Juice products. skin, and adding stress from ‘the college Dr. Jenna Lester, a dermatologist at major skin care questions he’s asked experience’ into the mix doesn’t make it University of California, San Francisco, about is healing dark marks and the Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/gnxszg 8 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 OPINIONS The numbers don’t support COVID policy changes at FAMU and FSU Arjani Claitt Staff writer Despite the appearance of the corona- behind the plan to reopen is questionable. On Sept. 17 — the day after the Board virus pandemic tapering off and the desire Is it safe for students, faculty and staff to of Governors meeting — 3,187 new cases to return to life before the pandemic, begin to reopen the campus? were reported in the state of Florida. the threat of infection is still very real. On Oct. 9, the university lifted the Is the university’s decision to continue This past Saturday, the state of Florida student curfew for dorm residents and with its reopening plan a bid to return to reported 4,007 new cases — the highest increased the number of people allowed normalcy or a blatant disregard for the single-day increase in coronavirus cases at events to 30, according to FAMU health and safety of its students, faculty in two months, according to the Florida Forward. During this time, the Florida and staff? Department of Health. Department of Health was reporting well Florida State University has also Despite this, Florida A&M and Florida over 1,000 new cases of COVID-19 per begun reopening its campus, which is State have been repealing policies and day in the state of Florida. one of the largest by student population guidelines put in place due to the pan- On Oct. 7, FAMU Developmental in Florida. Last week, FSU reported 26 demic. Research School (DRS) reopened after new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total Photo courtesy famu.edu According to the Florida Board of a two-week reprieve from in-person number of positive cases at the universi- FAMU and FSU have been relaxing re- Governors meeting that was held and strictions despite rising state and campus instruction due to positive COVID-19 ty to 1,558 since university-wide testing live-streamed on Sept. 16, the FAMU fall COVID-19 cases. cases in the faculty and student popula- began at the beginning of August. Despite 2020 reopening plan was unanimously tion. This decision to reopen comes after this, FSU is still hosting football games at approved for implementation. This plan campus. Despite some students preferring FAMU DRS teachers hosted an online Doak Campbell Stadium and has returned included the minimal use of in-person in-person instruction as opposed to re- protest of the opening of the campus at instruction, which has already begun on mote learning, the validity and reasoning the beginning of the school year. Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/ymigox Ice Cube’s message should be redirected Paris Wilson Staff writer Ice Cube has inducted himself as the ting caught up in anybody’s redirect, but paign made some adjustments to their new voice of the Black community when it looking for my d*** self and just trying to plan after talking to us about the CWBA,” comes to political affairs but went about it figure out why we continue to flounder at Ice Cube tweeted out on Oct 14. the wrong way. the bottom,” Ice Cube said in an 8- min- Ice Cube should be commended for his The West Coast rapper has been ute long Instagram video he posted on efforts to educate himself in the political advocating for Black rights ever since his Oct. 11. arena. His heart is in the right place when N.W.A. days and has asserted his stance In June, Ice Cube released “Contract advocating for real problems that plague within the political field very clear with with Black America” (CWBA), which is a the Black community, but he isn’t the one the group’s notable song, “F*** Tha Po- 22-page document that calls to action the that should be speaking for us. lice” which was released in 1988. urgency to reform educational systems, His platform should be used to amplify Since the song’s release, Black Amer- defund the police and abolish private the smaller activists that don’t have a icans have been continued victims of prisons. voice and have been struggling to get their police brutality and making strides to From his publication of the document, point across to the masses about the same defund the same institutions that have Photo Courtesy Politico Ice Cube says that he was sought out by issues that Ice Cube pointed out in the caused so much pain in the community. Rapper, Ice Cube, has had his share of back- Democrats and Republicans alike to talk CWBA. As of late, Ice Cube has been trying to lash this week as the Trump campaign has about it, but what differed between the The Platinum Plan the president has educate himself further in the political confirmed his assistance in the President’s two parties was the time constraint. crafted with his help is easily deemed dis- realm. Platinum Plan. “I put out the CWBA. Both parties ingenuous and unreliable. It’s a ploy for “Over the last few months, I’ve been [I’ve been] reading a lot of history, trying contacted me. Dems said we’ll address the Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/xne1y8 really going deep into this political space. to understand how systems work, not get- CWBA after the election. Trump cam- OPINIONS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 9 HBO shows redefining ‘Black girl magic’ on TV Noella Williams Lifestyles Editor

Photo courtesy CNN Photo courtesy NY Times Uncle George, Atticus and Leti in episode one of “Lovecraft Country.” Regina King dons her vigilante suit in “Watchmen.”

HBO is paving the way for diversi- “Euphoria.” HBO sketch comedy series “Lovecraft Country” crafted its own an enormous lump sum of money with ty with its plentiful amount of Black “A Black Lady Sketch Show,” written and genre by mixing sci-fi, history and horror. zero copyrights. woman-led shows. In a Hollywood world produced by comedian Robin Thede, also Similar to merging the themes of horror Film enthusiast Nana Ana Marfo be- filled with racially ambiguous recurring falls under this category of having a Black and history, “Watchmen” brought atten- lieves it is necessary for HBO to produce characters, it is necessary to see HBO fill woman as the protagonist. tion to the events of the 1921 Tulsa mas- shows like these with Black women break- the void of Black characters. Netflix is fre- “Lovecraft Country” is the newest to sacre with its protagonist Regina King. ing barriers. quently under fire for its lack of represen- join the HBO streaming team, and the The award-winning limited series aired “It’s very important to see women that tation of dark skinned Black women. It is show actually just had its season finale on on HBO from October to December 2019. look like me with my complexion,” Marfo also important that these aforementioned Sunday night. In the show adaptation of Besides the topic of racism, “Watchmen” said. “I believe that HBO goes in-depth characters are not written in the script the novel by Matt Ruff, “Lovecraft Coun- is unapologetically derived from a comic into the different scenarios of a Black to simply serve as the best friend or love try” follows a traveling trio on the search book and does not attempt to hide it. A person, especially since a lot of white peo- interest of the main non-Black character. for one of their missing relatives. Not only second season is still possible, but it is not ple have this general idea of what Black For example, consider “Clueless,” “I Am does it take place during the Jim Crow likely without the creator Damon Lindelof people are.” Not Okay With This” or “The Vampire era in 1950, but the trio also encounters being involved. Filmmaker and student Allen Simpson Diaries.” Characters like these often do deadly monsters. It doesn’t have a con- Written and created by the star of also applauds HBO for its diverse quality not receive their deserved recognition or firmed second season yet, according to an “Chewing Gum” and “Black Mirror,” of shows. character development. interview by Deadline with Misha Green. Michaela Coel crushes her performance in “HBO has been proactive in focusing HBO original shows like “Insecure,” “Nothing is official yet, but I envision a HBO’s “I May Destroy You.” The sto- on quality over quantity,” Simpson said. “Lovecraft Country,” “I May Destroy You,” second season that carries on the spirit of ryline intertwines the horrors of sexual “Netflix has kind of developed a cookie “Watchmen” and “Euphoria” feature a Matt Ruff’s novel by continuing to reclaim assault and manages to keep a comedic cutter formula where they can churn out Black woman as the protagonist and most the genre storytelling space that people note. HBO gave Coel the opportunity shows that follow a very similar formula of them are directed by Black women, of color have typically been left out of,” to blossom and develop this show after with the exception of “Watchmen” and Green told Deadline. turning down Netflix when it offered her Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/eeyjkl 10 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 Fear of missing out is real during COVID season Tazjhani Baker Staff writer

Photo courtesy Getty Images It is no secret that COVID-19 has put a lot of us would love to be in Tallahassee’s damper on a lot of our ideas of fun. People popular night club, Top Flite, singing are fearful of beaches, bowling alleys and Fantasia’s “When I See You” at the top of nightclubs. Whatever your idea of fun our lungs, it isn’t so simple. is, it’s pretty much been limited due to If you have family members or friends COVID-19. However, the fear of missing who are immunocompromised, fall into out (FOMO) may be causing more people the susceptible age of COVID-19, or are to change their mindset to you only live more prone to not survive COVID-19 if once (YOLO). YOLO originated after contracted, you should do more research Drake’s 2012 hit, The Motto, was released and understand why all those roles play and has taken on an entirely different a major factor in where you fall on the meaning in 2020. FOMO to YOLO spectrum. On the spectrum of COVID-19 safety Mikel Engram understands that the guidelines, you have people sacrificing fear of missing out is an anxious feeling, their social life to best protect themselves especially when you label yourself a social and stop the spread. Meanwhile, you have butterfly. those who are not taking the pandemic “I haven’t been to parties because, I’m seriously and continue to endanger them- scared to be in a public place with people selves and others to socialize. This begs I don’t know and trust,” Engram said. “I the question, what side of the spectrum don’t know if they have been following the are you, and is your way incorrect? rules.” Watching your friends live a care-free Most of the events deemed as taboo life through social media – whether it’d be to those who prefer to isolate themselves partying or traveling – can instantly start are hidden on people’s Instagram close to make you feel like you’ve been wasting friend’s feature. Whether it is brunch, your days quarantining in fear. While a Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/qsm3m5 SPORTS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 11 TCC teams prepare for tip off Marissa Stubbs Sports Editor For student-athletes at Tallahassee is tough for many college athletes. Community College, getting back to the “Usually during a season you’re talking court is the common goal. However, so is to your players about basketball concepts staying safe. Coaches and staff have been and the team concepts you’re trying working during the last few months to to teach. This year has been incredibly come up with a safety plan effective for all unique and a challenge for all coaches I sports. know but I think mental health becomes The Eagles will officially kick off their number one,” Huddleston said. basketball season in January. Throughout this time, Huddleston has Rob Chaney, TCC’s athletic director, been encouraging his players by checking said coming up with a realistic plan in- in on their mental health and making sure volved all staff members. they are checking on their families. “It’s been a team effort since March. “I think for college athletes right now There wasn’t a playbook or rulebook there is an additional level of pressure ready for how to adapt during a pandem- because they want to be out here compet- ic. For us, the one thing we talked about ing but we’re asking them to go above and Photo by Marissa Stubbs from the beginning was, we were going beyond,” Huddleston added. TCC’s basketball teams won’t have any games until January. to come up with a realistic plan for TCC,” The men’s basketball team holds its things day by day,” Settembre said. “Defense is the most important thing. Chaney said. practices in the evening. For head coach Although the Eagles won’t officially If we want to win when the season gets Each week the women’s basketball Zach Settembre, focusing on being the start their season until January, coaches here, we have to work on defense,” Knight team holds morning practices. Once a best is the goal for this year. and staff look forward to improving their said. week the players participate in three-on- “Our guys are focused on trying to be skills both on and off the court. To stay updated on the women’s and three games, allowing them to work in the best for themselves every single day. Ladarius Knight, shooting guard for men’s basketball schedule visit their web- smaller groups. I’m proud of our guys and their approach the Eagles, says his team is making the site at www.tcceagles.com Matt Huddleston, head coach for the in terms of coming in and working very proper adjustments to win. women’s basketball team, thinks this time hard consistently, so we’re just taking FAMU track and field ready for action Vladimir Cadet Assistant Sports Editor The Florida A&M men’s and wom- working hard to get better. Of course, Green said. proach serving as both a mentorship and en’s track and field seasons will look a the virus plays a big role in everything Brandon Love, a junior sprinter, says professional development program, that lot different this year, as practices have and has the possibility of affecting our he has high expectations for this upcom- introduces the career path of sports and resumed. season. I feel that the university is doing ing season. event production to the students. Based on the university, coaches and everything they can to ensure everyone is “I’m excited for this upcoming season Love gave an insight on what he’ll be the athletic department have plans to healthy and safe during these times,” Ross and have high expectations, if it happens. doing in this program and how this op- provide a safe environment for runners. said. I am unsure of how the season will oper- portunity came across his attention. The NCAA has some rules in place, which Sophomore, Xavier Green, who ate because of the virus. I’m hoping that “This is an experience ship so most of requires athletes to get tested regularly originally went to Florida International everyone can follow safety protocols so my time is spent with a mentor who will and have masks on while indoors. When University, transferred to FAMU because that the season will be possible; however, help show me the inner workings of the athletes are outside, they don’t have to the school didn’t have the utensils he was I know that my teammates are practic- NFL. I will also spend time sitting in on wear a mask. looking for. ing,” Love said. meetings building a strong network and Markiel Ross, a sophomore sprinter, “Famu was originally my number one Brandon Love made news as he was gaining more knowledge and experience,” expressed his thoughts on the upcoming school coming out of high school. The selected to participate in the NFL events Love said. season. main things I wanted were here at FAMU. and club business development experi- For Love to land this opportunity as a “I’m excited for this upcoming season. I came in and instantly connected with ence program. We have a great team, and everyone is the other runners and the head coach,” This program is a two-prong ap- Click link to continue: https://rb.gy/6nb1xa 12 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 SPORTS MEAC releases schedules for basketball and football Amari Jarrell Staff Writer

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Christopher Williams, a fourth-year takes place during the fall semester, had to restrict travel to regional competi- University on April 10. computer information systems major at was pushed back due to the ongoing tion. Hopefully, the type of schedule is for FAMU finished the 2019 football sea- FAMU, is excited that sports are resuming COVID-19 pandemic. spring 2021 only.” son 9-2 overall and 7-1 in the MEAC. in the spring semester. Bryan Crawford, a red-shirt junior The basketball season is slated to begin Crawford is ready more than ever to “Hearing that the MEAC will be resum- who plays center for the Rattlers’ football Jan. 2, with teams in the MEAC playing get back to business with the rest of his ing sport activities in the spring semester team, said, “It’s always bittersweet when a 16-game conference schedule. FAMU’s teammates. “I look at this as more time was some of the best news I’ve heard all you find out that your dreams and desires men’s and women’s teams will host eight to get prepared and work on my craft in year,” Williams said. “This pandemic have to be put on hold due to the global home games starting Jan. 16 through Feb. preparation for whenever we get back on has been absolutely hectic and has taken pandemic.” 27. the field,” Crawford said. “I’m looking away some of the best memories of the A statement released by MEAC Com- The football season is scheduled to forward to being around my teammates, college experience, I am definitely looking missioner Dennis E. Thomas said, “The start on Feb. 20. FAMU’s Football team coaches, strength staff, and just the sup- forward to these spring games.” mental and physical health and safety of will play a six-game regular season. port system. That’s what gets me going. The Mid-Eastern Atlantic Conference our student-athletes, coaches, staff and FAMU is scheduled to host three games. Just being around a supporting cast that on Thursday announced the football and fans must be at the forefront. With that in They are scheduled to face South Caroli- wants to win as bad as I do — that’s what basketball schedules for the 2021 spring mind, creative and innovative scheduling na State University on March 13, North fuels me the most.” semester. was required to accomplish our goals. Carolina Central University on March 20 For a more in depth look at the com- The football season, which usually Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we and long-time rival Bethune-Cookman posite schedule, visit famuathletics.com