FAMU Begins National Search for a New Director of Bands
June 29, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida A&M University (FAMU) has begun its national search for a new Director of Bands. The university started the process today by posting an advertisement on its...
View ArticleFAMU Formally Divides its College of Arts and Sciences
June 29, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – On July 1, 2012, Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) College of Arts and Sciences will be formally divided into the College of Science and Technology, and the College...
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Alumnus Brandon Mitchell Vying for Votes on Fox Series, So You Think You Can...
July 5, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - For Florida A&M University alumnus Brandon Mitchell, dancing is reminiscent to taking the final plunge on a roller coaster. Once the music starts, the rush of...
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FAMU Announces Department of Music Interim Chair
July 10, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Assistant Professor of Music and Director of the Institute for Research in Music and Entertainment Industry Studies at Florida A&M University (FAMU) Kawachi Clemons...
View ArticlePresident Ammons Submits Letter of Resignation
July 11, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida A&M University (FAMU) President James H. Ammons submitted his letter of resignation to Chairman Solomon Badger III and members of the Board of Trustees...
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Board of Trustees Appoints Provost Robinson as Interim President
July 16, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) Board of Trustees (BOT) today appointed Larry Robinson as interim president and permitted the resignation of FAMU President James H....
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FAMU Appoints New Deans
Ann L. Wead KimbroughRobert W. TaylorJuly 17, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida A&M University (FAMU) has appointed two new deans — the dean of the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences and the...
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Alumnus Joe D. Briggs Named National Bar Association's Sports, Entertainment...
As part of his duties as NFLPA Public Policy Council, Joe Briggs introduces AFL-CIO and local civic leaders to football fans at Eagle Street Grille on October 19, 2010 in St. Paul. (Kevin A....
View ArticleFAMU Begins Nationwide Search for Band Compliance Officer and Administrator...
July 18, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida A&M University (FAMU) today took significant steps to prevent hazing and restructure the management of its famed Marching “100” band by starting a...
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Distinguished Researcher Receives More Than $5.6 Million from National...
Karam Soliman (at podium) explained the significant of the grant awarded to Florida A&M University by the NIH National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities. From left to right:...
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Rev. O. Jermaine Simmons Sr. to Keynote Summer Commencement
July 26, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Rev. O. Jermaine Simmons Sr., pastor of Jacob Chapel Baptist Church in Tallahassee, will serve as Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) summer commencement speaker....
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FAMU Celebrates the Opening of its New Healthcare Center
Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) Interim President Larry Robinson (center in orange tie), state Sen. Greg Evers (behind Robinson) and former state Sen. Durell Peaden (left of Robinson), along with...
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Alumni Keep Momentum Going for Florida Celebrations
FAMU alumni Bernard and Shirley, along with their son Khalil, were invited to St. Augustine, Fla. to discuss the plans for displaying their world famous Kinsey Collection in recognition of three...
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FAMU Attorney Named One of Florida Legal Elite for Fifth Consecutive Year
August 3, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) Vice President for the Legal Affairs and General Counsel Avery McKnight was selected by his peers as one of the top...
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John Washington Named College of Law Assistant Dean for Admissions
August 3, 2012Orlando, Fla. – Attorney John Washington, II, who most recently served Florida A&M University (FAMU) as director of the pre-professional law program, has joined the College of Law as...
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Scientists Come One Step Closer Toward Harnessing the Power of Stars
Junior physics major Baysha Bernales (left) and lead FAMU SPTX lab technician Alonzo Alexander (right) pose alongside the FAMU Spheromak.August 3, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The term “Reach for the stars”...
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FAMU Law Student to Compete in 2012 Olympic Games
FAMU law student LaVonne Idlette does an interview with the media about competing in the 2012 Olympic Games.August 3, 2012ORLANDO, Fla. – LaVonne Idlette, who recently completed her first year as an...
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Board of Trustees Begin Search for a New President
August 15, 2012LARRY ROBINSON NAMED INTERIM PRESIDENT; SEARCH COMMITTEE TO BE CO-CHAIRED BY TRUSTEES KARL WHITE AND DR. SPURGEON MCWILLIAMSTALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida A&M University (FAMU) Board of...
View ArticleFAMU Announces Enhanced Fall Football Experience
August 13, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – With the fall football season quickly approaching, Florida A&M University (FAMU) announces an enhanced football experience and halftime entertainment for fans of...
View ArticleStudents Continue to Earn Top Engineering Jobs Post Graduation
August 17, 2012TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – For some graduates, joining the herds of fresh-out-of-college students on the competitive job hunt is a daunting step. Fortunately, many students at the Florida...
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