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Historic Florentine palace to become new home of FSU International Programs Italy

Published: November 20, 2019 | 4:24 pm | Posted in: University News

Early next summer, Florida State University International Programs Italy will enter the future by stepping 500 years into the past. In June, renovations are to be completed on the Palazzo Bagnesi Falconeri, a 37,000-square-foot palace in the heart of Florence that dates to the time of Michelangelo. FSU will move its Florence study center to […]

Physics student and Biomedical Sciences student share top honors at FSU’s Three Minute Thesis competition

Published: November 20, 2019 | 2:17 pm | Posted in: University News

2019 Three Minute Thesis winners Sara Jones, left, and Alyssa Henderson.

Florida State University’s annual Three Minute Thesis competition is an opportunity for doctoral students to practice explaining their work to a non-specialized audience, whether that’s a group of business executives, legislators who want to know more or a student’s curious grandparents at Thanksgiving dinner. “It’s critical that all of us do a better job at […]

FSU students use resilience training for global impact

Published: November 19, 2019 | 1:42 pm | Posted in: University News

President John Thrasher and the ResilientNoles at a meeting earlier this year.

Florida State University launched the Student Resilience Project just last year, but its impact is already long-lasting and wide-ranging. The online toolkit, which teaches students stress reduction techniques and coping skills and provides an interactive platform for learning how to heal from trauma and improve mental health, started as a required course for new FSU […]

FSU’s study-abroad programs rank No. 11 in nation

Published: November 19, 2019 | 12:32 pm | Posted in: University News

Students from FSU's study center in London tour the city.

Florida State University’s efforts to expand its global reach are working, according to a new report by the Institute of International Education (IIE) released Nov. 18. The university’s study-abroad programs rank No. 11 in the nation in IIE’s Open Doors annual report, which included a category documenting the number of students studying abroad. The rankings […]

FSU welcomes largest cohort of FAMU Feeder Scholars

Published: November 14, 2019 | 2:29 pm | Posted in: University News

Florida State University is continuing its long-standing relationship with neighboring Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University with the acceptance of its largest class of new graduate students involved in the FAMU Graduate Feeder Scholars Program. This year, FSU awarded a record four fellowships to FAMU students seeking master’s or doctoral degrees. Through the Graduate Feeder Scholars […]

FSU recognizes Fulbright student and faculty award winners

Published: November 14, 2019 | 2:17 pm | Posted in: University News

Omar Mohammad Al Busaidy is one of nine new Fulbright students on campus this fall. Al Busaidy, from the United Arab Emirates, spoke during the Fulbright reception at the President’s House.

Florida State University President John Thrasher recognized students and faculty who have received Fulbright awards during a Nov. 7 reception at the President’s House. “Tonight’s event is an important part of FSU’s International Education Month, and I’m glad we are taking this opportunity to honor students and faculty who have received a Fulbright at some […]

#FSUglobal: International students learn more than just English at FSU’s Center for Intensive English Studies

Published: November 12, 2019 | 9:28 am | Posted in: University News

Students play cards in the student lounge at FSU's Center for Intensive English Studies.

Thousands of international students attend Florida State University every year, and while their main goal is to earn a degree, they’re also looking to learn about American culture and the English language. That’s where FSU’s Frederick L. Jenks Center for Intensive English Studies comes in. The center offers a place where international students can develop […]

FSU, Tallahassee community come together for Veterans Day weekend film presentation

Published: November 8, 2019 | 3:52 pm | Posted in: University News

FSU and Tallahassee rolled out the red carpet for "Above the Best." From left: Paul Cohen, director of FSU’s College of Motion Picture Arts Torchlight Cinematheque; David Salzberg, co-director of the film; and Billy Francis, director of the FSU Student Veterans Center. (FSU Photography Services)

Florida State University students, Tallahassee community members and veterans kicked off Veterans Day weekend by recognizing the nation’s military and veterans with a screening of the documentary-narrative feature film “Above the Best,” Thursday, Nov. 7, at CMX Cinemas Fallschase. The event, presented by the College of Motion Picture Arts Torchlight Cinematheque in association with the […]

Florida State University’s Jim Moran Institute graduates 2019 EBV Accelerate Class

Published: November 8, 2019 | 11:06 am | Posted in: University News

Twelve United States military veterans graduated today from the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) Accelerate program at Florida State University. The program was hosted by the Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship, part of the FSU College of Business. “We are thrilled to complete our second EBV Accelerate program at Florida State University,” said Melissa […]

FSU honors former First Lady Virginia Wetherell for her work on President’s House

Published: November 6, 2019 | 4:27 pm | Posted in: University News

The Florida State University President’s House is filled with historic images, books and memorabilia precious to the institution. Now, a new plaque acknowledges the woman responsible for designing and raising money for the building where FSU’s first family resides. Virginia “Ginger” Wetherell served as First Lady of Florida State from 2003 to 2010, while her […]

#FSUglobal: President Thrasher, FSU community celebrate International Education Month

Published: November 6, 2019 | 4:14 pm | Posted in: University News

President Thrasher meets with students during the opening reception of International Education Month.

Florida State University President John Thrasher welcomed students, faculty and staff at the opening reception of FSU’s International Education Month Tuesday, Nov. 5, celebrating the benefits of international education and exchange. “Florida State University is a leader in international education and research,” Thrasher said. “Building global and cultural competencies in the FSU community is so important to […]