College of Social Science and Public Policy

FSU researchers earn NSF grant to transform libraries into ‘Rural Resiliency Hubs’

Published: | 10:29 am | Posted in: University News

The increasing frequency of natural catastrophes and their uneven impact on vulnerable populations calls for the development of disaster Resiliency Hubs. Now, through a grant from the National Science Foundation, a multidisciplinary team of Florida State University researchers is looking to utilize a commonly underrecognized space in disaster response: public libraries. Focusing on Calhoun County, […]

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Six FSU professors receive McKnight Junior Faculty Fellowships

Published: | 11:56 am | Posted in: University News

Six Florida State University assistant professors have received the Florida Education Fund’s (FEF) McKnight Junior Faculty Fellowship, a program that promotes excellence in teaching and research by underrepresented minorities and women. Fellows receive a one-year sabbatical to engage in research and training projects related to securing tenure and promotion. “I am proud of the ongoing commitment […]

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FSU shines in latest U.S. News graduate school rankings

Published: | 1:56 pm | Posted in: University News

Florida State University’s graduate and professional programs continue to rank among the best in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 edition of “Best Graduate Schools.” More than 30 graduate programs at FSU are ranked in the top 25 according to the publication’s annual rankings, released March 30. FSU’s criminology, real estate, […]

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FSU experts available for context on Black History Month

Published: | 5:19 pm | Posted in: Expert Pitches

Black History Month is an observance to celebrate the accomplishments of Black Americans and a time to examine how race continues to influence the country today. The predecessor to the event began in the 1920s. In 1976, President Gerald Ford recognized Black History Month on the federal level. The United States now has a Black […]

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FSU to recognize young alumni in annual ceremony

Published: | 2:20 pm | Posted in: Students & Campus Life

The Florida State University Alumni Association will recognize 18 young alumni for their significant contributions to their professions, communities or alma mater during the ninth annual Young Alumni Awards Ceremony, presented virtually Friday, Oct. 9. “Young alumni make up the largest demographic in the FSU alumni family; nearly one-third of all living Florida State alumni are under […]

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FSU experts available to comment on the upcoming electoral season

Published: | 4:15 pm | Posted in: Expert Pitches

On Feb. 3, the Iowa Caucuses will formally kick off the 2020 electoral season. In addition to gubernatorial and state houses, seats in the U.S. Senate, House of Representatives and the presidency are up for grabs this year. The shifting political and media landscape coupled with the growing influence of social media, means clarity and […]

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Brains age better among retirees with complex jobs

Published: | 1:16 pm | Posted in: Education & Society, Health & Medicine

FSU researcher finds connection between job complexity and cognitive function Retiring from your full-time job might not be the best thing for your brain as you age, according to a new study out of Florida State University. A team of researchers led by FSU Associate Professor of Sociology Dawn Carr found that people in so-called […]

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Three recent FSU grads win Humanity in Action fellowships

Published: | 3:24 pm | Posted in: University News

Three recent graduates of Florida State University received 2019 fellowships from Humanity in Action, an international organization that educates and inspires young leaders who are passionate about changing the world. Beginning this summer, fellowship winners Brandon Brown, Saleshia Ellis and Kiara Gilbert will participate in the one-year program, which brings together international groups of university […]

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FSU Pepper Institute and Center to host radio segments on aging

Published: | 2:24 pm | Posted in: Education & Society

Florida State University’s Pepper Institute on Aging and Public Policy and the Claude Pepper Center, along with support from the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at FSU, will sponsor weekly “Aging Today” segments on 88.9, WFSU-FM, beginning Feb. 6. The one-minute segments will highlight critical aging-related […]

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