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Kei'yona Jordon

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor

Kei’yona is a junior mass communication major who plans to go into broadcast journalism. She enjoys singing, shopping, going to the gym and she has a natural proclivity for making others smile.

Her favorite quote is:

When they go low, you go high – Michelle Obama

 

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SGA hosts Education Symposium

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
April 18, 2021

SGA senate changes election criteria

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
April 18, 2021

Keepin’ It Reel: “Devil in a Blue Dress”

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
April 18, 2021

Sims receives grant

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
April 18, 2021
During the FMU State of the Student Body Address, SGA President Tymoshio Robinson discusses minimum wage increase for student workers.

SGA expresses strength of Patriot spirit

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
April 18, 2021
After a year of waiting, the Lady Patriots return to the game, winning against Lander University.

[Photo] Lady Patriots win against Lander in season opener

Julia Fulmer, Copy Editor
March 18, 2021
Lauryn Taylor’s dedication to basketball has been a fundamental part of her FMU career.

[Photo] Athlete Spotlight: Lauryn Taylor

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 18, 2021
Bryan McLeod creates new opportunities with new class.

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Bryan McLeod

Chanelle Hanberry, Staff Writer
March 18, 2021

3 FMU baseball players suspended in hazing incident

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 18, 2021

FMU freezes tuition

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 18, 2021
Professor Daniel Brauss holds the Diversity Award for his dedication to inclusivity through mathematics.

Professor Spotlight: Daniel Brauss

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 25, 2021

FMU raises minimum wage

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 25, 2021
Leonel Gonzalez looks forward to the tennis season after COVID-19 made travel from Mexico to the U.S. difficult.

[Photo] Athlete Spotlight: Leonel Gonzalez

Finn Millians, Copy Editor
February 25, 2021
President Carter holds up a plaque with a list of the founding members of the African American Faculty and Staff Coalition.

[Photo] AAFSC celebrates 25 years

Chanelle Hanberry, Staff Writer
February 25, 2021

I don’t see myself

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 4, 2021
Darius Dawson #21 tries to block an attempted shot from Braves #14 in a hotly contested game.

[Photo] Patriots suffer loss in close game to Braves

Finn Millians, Copy Editor
February 4, 2021
FMU students show their “I Voted” stickers.

FMU mobilizes votes

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
November 12, 2020
Common performs after Jaime Harrison leaves the stage at the Charlie W. Johnson Stadium at Benedict College.

YGB performs for Harrison

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
November 12, 2020
Rita Abuaita is a recent health care administration graduate and now works for McLeod Hospital.

HOSA informs students about healthcare opportunities

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
November 12, 2020

FMU explores history of race relations within Florence

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
November 12, 2020
Aleah Smalls sings “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” by Lauryn Hill

FMU’s Got Talent brings in special guests

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
October 22, 2020
Jeffrey Lampkin leads YGB in a gospel song during the “Our Voices as One” event outside the Smith University Center.

SGA hosts “Our Voices as One” event

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
October 22, 2020
From left to right: Shyheim Platt, Nautril McElveen, Addisyn Porter, Derrick Porter, Robert Fulmore and Bree Porter.

FMU staff saves couple

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
October 22, 2020

Your Lives Matter: Students Speak Out

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
October 22, 2020

Healing at the roots: Hip Hop

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
October 22, 2020

Florence builds Red Wolves new home

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 30, 2020

Movie night at the UC

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 30, 2020
Arthenius Jackson performs original songs for the audience.

AAFS Coalition hosts forum and picnic

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 30, 2020
Kelcey King and Dadria Harris embrace each other after the graduation ceremony outside of the Smith University Center.

FMU celebrates spring commencement

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 30, 2020

Greek life plans to stay safe and social

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 10, 2020
Students play on the Wii during the game night event.

CAB hosts first event of the semester at UC

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 10, 2020

FMU agrees to compact with SC universities

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 10, 2020

Students have sweet treats and meet the Greeks

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 10, 2020

SGA creates new cabinet; swears in senators

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 10, 2020

Kei’yona’s Korner

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 10, 2020
The SGA President, Tymoshio Robinson, has taken advantage of the numerous opportunities FMU has to offer to reach his goals.

Student Spotlight: Tymoshio Robinson

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 10, 2020
The new building on Gregg Avenue will be repurposed as another addition to FMU's health science program.

FMU receive new building from City Council

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
September 10, 2020
Zannier, originally from Belgium is glad she moved to America to pursue her college career.

Meet the Athlete: Eva Zannier

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 13, 2020

Hold your bias thoughts

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 13, 2020

Student hosts tiny dorm room concert in HCC

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 13, 2020
#1 Kiana Adderton and #25 Tatyana McClaney defend against UNC Pembroke.

Lady Patriots say goodbye to beloved senior

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 13, 2020

Interest meeting for Phi Beta Lambda

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 13, 2020

SGA hosts elections for officers

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 13, 2020

Campus ministry hosts God Belongs on my Campus

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 13, 2020

SGA to help students dress for success

Kei’Yona Jordon and James McCarley
March 13, 2020
From left to right: Alex McGill, and three representatives from Campus Movie Fest.

Campus Movie Fest at FMU

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
March 13, 2020
#30, Kristian Wall prepares to pass.

Lady Patriots win Homecoming game, 63-57

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 14, 2020

A flipped look at classrooms

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 14, 2020
Students dance the night away during silent disco.

More than 400 students attend silent disco party

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 14, 2020
The FMU women's basketball team is presented to the crowd.

FMU ‘flames’ high for Homecoming kickoff

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 14, 2020
Students visit booths set up in the UC lobby.

Campus clubs showcased at fair

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 14, 2020

MMJ talks to students

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 14, 2020
Winston Hill started playing basketball when he was four.

Meet the Athletes: Winston Hill

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 14, 2020
Donated food products that were added to the food pantry.

SGA helps students in need

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 14, 2020
#4, Jaquez Smith looks for an open teammate.

Men’s basketball ends losing streak, 83-75

Kei’Yona Jordon, Copy Editor
February 14, 2020
Young, Gifted and Blessed perform at the MLK Day celebration.

MLK Day celebration at FMU

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
January 31, 2020
#21, Scarlett Gilmore, makes her way down the court.

Lady Patriots get win on home court, 67-52

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
January 31, 2020
#1, Keith Matthews, jumps and prepares to shoot.

Men’s basketball suffers 9th consecutive loss

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
January 31, 2020
A table set up with souvenirs fo the "You Matter" event.

FMU students matter

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
January 31, 2020

SCBA offers mass communication students scholarships

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
January 31, 2020
Gilmore is already making waves at FMU as a freshman guard, and she has ambitious plans for the future.

Meet the Athletes: Scarlett Gilmore

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
January 31, 2020
FMU students mark out contact information for a white supremacist group.

Neo-Nazi group targets FMU

Kei’yona Jordon, Copy Editor
January 31, 2020
#23, Ja'Lil Robinson sets up a shot against Catawba.

Men’s basketball plans to learn from loss

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
November 15, 2019
Students dance the night away in the University Center Commons.

Students have a “thrilling” night

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
November 15, 2019

FMU opens doors

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
November 15, 2019

FMU students participate in SCSL

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
November 15, 2019
Students learn how to kickbox and to use different techniques.

Kickin’ It with the AKAs, sorority helps promote women’s health

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
November 15, 2019

Accounting club has great turnout

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
November 15, 2019
Ready, set, go! FMU students and faculty begin the color run at the Griffin Athletic Complex.

Campus color run comes to FMU

Kei’Yona Jordon, Editor-in-Chief
October 18, 2019

Patriots redeem themselves against Flagler

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
October 18, 2019
Step Afrika wows the crowd with their performance.

Step Afrika steps into PAC, combines dance and education

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
October 18, 2019
Arthur's favorite part about playing volleyball is when the game gets really intense and the team has to pull deep from within to finish strong.

Meet the Athletes: Kayla Arthur

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
October 18, 2019

Lady Patriots win 1-0 at senior night game

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
October 18, 2019

AKA hosts first “Keys to Success” party

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
October 4, 2019

RAs host weekend event

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
October 4, 2019

Lady Patriots continue winning streak

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
October 4, 2019

FMU welcomes campaign season

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
October 4, 2019

Lady Patriots defeat Chowan in 3-0 sweep

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
October 4, 2019

Ready, set, please don’t drink and drive

Kei’yona Jordon, Staff Writer
September 20, 2019

FMU hosts invitational volleyball tournament

Kei’yona Jordon, Staff Writer
September 20, 2019

Soaking up the fun at First Friday

Kei’yona Jordon, Staff Writer
September 20, 2019
Instructor from Addie's Baby Paint and Wine Studio demonstrates painting techniques.

Students build community and paint goals

Kei’yona Jordon, Staff Writer
September 20, 2019
Christian Umphlett pitches at the April 13 game against Columbus State University.

Patriots fall short to Cougars in double-header

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
April 19, 2019

Community gathers to celebrate art

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
April 19, 2019

Lady Patriots claim double victory over Jaguars

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
April 19, 2019
A student networks with potential employers at the career fair.

Alumni and students get a head start on their futures

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
March 30, 2019
Katelyn Ellard winds up to pitch.

Lady Patriots narrowly lose in rained-out game

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
March 30, 2019

Galloway encourages students to say “Us Too”

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
March 30, 2019

James discusses self worth

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
March 30, 2019
Evan Flynn pitches at the game against Lander University.

Patriots fall to Bearcats in PBC series open

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
March 30, 2019
Ryan Davis attempts to dunk on Flagler players.

Patriots claim victory at Homecoming game

Kei’Yona Jordon, Sports Writer
March 1, 2019

SGA panels discuss students’ concerns

Kei’Yona Jordon, Sports Writer
March 1, 2019
Abigail Bullock passes the ball to Kiana Adderton.

Lady Patriots play close game against Flagler

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
March 1, 2019
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