University News

FSU Jim Moran School of Entrepreneurship takes top prize in international competition

Published: October 31, 2019 | 2:45 pm | Posted in: Business, Law & Policy, University News

Jim Moran School of Entrepreneurship staff members Kaitlin Simpson and Kirsten Frandsden with the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship award, which they picked up last month in Stockholm, Sweden.

Florida State University’s Jim Moran School of Entrepreneurship won an international award in recognition of its interdisciplinary focus across campus. Staff members Kirsten Frandsen and Kaitlin Simpson accepted the award in the Exceptional Activities in Entrepreneurship Across Disciplines category during the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship last month in Stockholm, Sweden. The school beat out entries […]

Florida State to celebrate its global reach during International Education Month

Published: October 28, 2019 | 12:25 pm | Posted in: University News

Florida State University will observe International Education Month during November to highlight its internationalization and global awareness efforts. The monthlong celebration expands upon International Education Week, a joint initiative led by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, which is held across the nation during the third week of November. “Florida State […]

FSU graduates honored at Alumni Awards Gala during Homecoming Week

Published: October 28, 2019 | 9:26 am | Posted in: University News

FSU Alumni Association President Julie Cheney, Melvin Stith, President John Thrasher and Alumni National Board of Directors Chair Sam Ambrose.

The Florida State University Alumni Association recognized seven members of the FSU family during the Alumni Awards Gala Friday, Oct. 25, at the FSU Alumni Center Courtyard and Ballroom. The gala took place during FSU’s annual Homecoming Week. “Homecoming is a time when we welcome back Florida State University alumni, and there’s no better way […]

FSU College of Education receives three grants for special education research

Published: October 24, 2019 | 1:50 pm | Posted in: University News

Florida State University’s College of Education has received three multimillion-dollar grants to fund projects aimed at addressing the shortage of qualified special education teachers faced by school districts across the nation. With funding from the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs, each of these five-year grants will train future teachers and university […]

FSU to receive Council on Undergraduate Research Award for outstanding accomplishments

Published: October 23, 2019 | 10:59 am | Posted in: University News

Senior chemistry major Nia Harmon participated in the Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory.

Florida State University will be honored with a prestigious national award in recognition of its exemplary programs that provide high-quality research experiences for undergraduates. The Council on Undergraduate Research will present the 2019 Campus-wide Award for Undergraduate Research Accomplishments (AURA) at the CUR Executive Board reception at the annual meeting of the Association of American […]

FSU moves veterans film presentation off campus to increase community engagement

Published: October 22, 2019 | 2:18 pm | Posted in: University News

Florida State University’s annual screening of a veteran-themed film in honor of Veterans Day will take place off campus for the first time in an effort to broaden community outreach. The university will present “Above the Best,” an immersive documentary-narrative feature film, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, at CMX Cinemas Fallschase. The event is […]

FSU, FAMU to host event to recognize contributions of enslaved African Americans

Published: October 21, 2019 | 10:32 am | Posted in: University News

Fred Flowers was the first African-American student athlete to wear an FSU uniform. (FSU Photo/Bill Lax)

Event will pay tribute to enslaved African Americans and their contributions to the country 100 years prior to 1619 Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University’s (FAMU) Carrie Meek – James N. Eaton, Sr., Southeastern Regional Black Archives Research Center and Museum (MEBA) and Florida State University’s (FSU) Civil Rights Institute (CRI) are pleased to announce “1619 […]

FSU unveils memorial wall to honor late dean Nancy H. Marcus

Published: October 18, 2019 | 2:58 pm | Posted in: News, University News

When Florida State University students walk into the Nancy H. Marcus Great Hall in the Honors, Scholars and Fellows Building, they won’t have to wonder about the woman who the room is named after. They will have pictures, awards and write-ups honoring Marcus’ legacy thanks to a new memorial wall unveiled Thursday, Oct. 17. The […]

‘Spark Your Spirit’ as FSU celebrates Homecoming Week 2019

Published: October 16, 2019 | 9:12 am | Posted in: University News

Florida State University will celebrate Homecoming Week with this year’s theme “Spark Your Spirit” from Sunday, Oct. 20, through Sunday, Oct. 27. A Homecoming concert kicks off a week of festivities that include alumni events, a street parade and the annual Pow Wow pep rally. The week is highlighted by the FSU-Syracuse football game at […]

FSU celebrates life of prominent supporter Al Dunlap

Published: October 11, 2019 | 7:13 am | Posted in: University News

More than 200 friends and family of Albert J. Dunlap gathered for a celebration of his life hosted by Mrs. Judy Dunlap Saturday, Oct. 5, at their home in Ocala.

More than 200 friends and family of Albert J. Dunlap — one of Florida State University’s most generous supporters — gathered for a celebration of his life hosted by Mrs. Judy Dunlap Saturday, Oct. 5, at their home in Ocala. Dunlap, a former corporate executive and philanthropist, passed away Friday, Jan. 25, at the age of 81. Florida State was well-represented at […]

FSU Master Craftsman Studio celebrates 20 years

Published: October 9, 2019 | 6:03 pm | Posted in: Arts & Humanities, University News

President John Thrasher and program director of the Master Craftsman Studio John Raulerson at the 20th anniversary celebration of the studio.

With its Gothic architecture, live oaks, fountains and greens, Florida State University is one of the most beautiful campuses in the country. For the past 20 years, the FSU Master Craftsman Studio has been adding to the campus’ natural and architectural splendor with hand-crafted artistic pieces. The university marked the studio’s 20-year anniversary with a celebration Oct. 9 […]