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Temporary Restriction of On-Campus Operations

Published: April 1, 2020 | 10:12 pm | Posted in: News

This message to all faculty and staff has been approved by Renisha Gibbs, Associate Vice President for Human Resources and Finance & Administration Chief of Staff. As a result of Governor DeSantis’ “safer at home” order, the University is restricting all on-campus operations to essential functions only effective April 3, 2020, until at least April […]

Appointments with University Health Services via Telehealth

Published: March 31, 2020 | 2:24 pm | Posted in: Announcements, COVID-19 Announcements

This message to all students, faculty and staff has been approved by Dr. Amy B. Magnuson, Director of University Health Services. The health and wellness of the FSU community is always our first priority. The team of dedicated medical professionals at University Health Services is prepared to support you through these challenging times. Students now […]

Spring 2020 Housing and Dining Refunds

Published: March 26, 2020 | 4:19 pm | Posted in: News

This message to all students has been approved by Kyle Clark, Vice President for Finance and Administration. Dear FSU Community, Thank you for your patience and understanding as Florida State University diligently works to ensure the safety and well-being of the community. We strive to be attentive in addressing your concerns and questions as swiftly as […]

FSU launches COVID-19 relief effort to help students

Published: March 26, 2020 | 12:19 pm | Posted in: News

Florida State University officials have launched an emergency fundraising effort aimed at helping students struggling due to financial fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. The FSU Foundation, the university’s academic fundraising arm, unveiled two emergency funds that are accepting donations — one addressing the needs of those affiliated with FSU in Tallahassee, the other for those […]

Student Guidance on Spring 2020 Grading Options for Undergraduate Classes

Published: March 25, 2020 | 2:16 pm | Posted in: News

This message to all students, faculty and staff has been approved by Dr. Sally McRorie, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. Dear Students, This is an unprecedented time in Florida State University’s history as the entire campus has moved to remote learning, and we realize this may be a difficult adjustment for some […]

FSU brings campus to life through virtual services, activities

Published: March 25, 2020 | 11:55 am | Posted in: University News

The Division of Student Affairs at Florida State University is supporting students through Virtual FSU, a new, virtual hub for student services and engagement opportunities.

Some of the most memorable experiences for Florida State University students happen outside of the classroom. Now, with the university going remote for the rest of the spring semester amid a global pandemic, how will students stay connected with campus and one another? One way that Florida State is supporting students is through Virtual FSU — a new, virtual […]

FSU begins new chapter of remote learning

Published: March 24, 2020 | 2:19 pm | Posted in: News

Michael Hammock, an assistant teaching professor of economics, taught his class via YouTube in the vacant lecture hall that holds 500 students. (FSU Photography Services/Bruce Palmer)

Florida State University began a new chapter in its history Monday, March 23, as the entire campus moved to remote learning in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic. President John Thrasher experienced the transition firsthand Monday morning as he joined Robert O. Lawton Distinguished Professor Joseph Schlenoff during his chemistry class via Zoom, a remote conferencing service that is one of the tools the university is using to […]

Remote Learning Continues with Summer Sessions

Published: March 23, 2020 | 2:16 pm | Posted in: News

This message to all students, faculty and staff has been approved by Dr. Sally McRorie, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs All courses for FSU’s Summer Sessions A, B, F, and Law (8 week) will be conducted remotely in adherence to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s social distancing protocols and guidance from […]

New era of education: FSU ready for remote learning amid global pandemic

Published: March 20, 2020 | 5:32 pm | Posted in: News

Florida State University will begin administering classes online Monday, March 23, to help mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus. (FSU Photography Services)

Amid a global pandemic, Florida State University is mobilizing to protect the health and safety of the university community by delivering classes remotely for the remainder of the spring semester. With an enrollment of about 42,000 students and more than 3,000 faculty and instructors, the transition from in-person classes to remote teaching is a huge […]

Help FSU prevent the spread of the coronavirus

Published: March 20, 2020 | 3:07 pm | Posted in: News

Florida State University requests your cooperation and assistance in preventing the spread of the coronavirus. Students: If you have left the Tallahassee-area for any period of time since March 12, do not return to the main campus for any reason until further notice. Residence halls are closed to visitors and to residents who have departed the […]

A Message from President John Thrasher to Spring Graduates

Published: March 19, 2020 | 2:15 pm | Posted in: Announcements

Dear Spring Graduates, As the COVID-19 virus continues to spread around the world, Florida State University is committed to protecting the health and safety of the university community, as well as our families and friends. One of the best ways to stop the spread of this dangerous disease is to avoid large gatherings and crowds. That’s why FSU and all State University System of Florida institutions […]

FSU’s Food for Thought Pantry still in need of donations

Published: March 19, 2020 | 10:42 am | Posted in: Announcements

Across the nation, there are college students experiencing food insecurity. It’s an issue that Florida State University’s Food for Thought Pantry has been combating since 2009 and continuously works to eradicate, especially during these challenging times. The Food for Thought Pantry provides a place for students to collect nonperishable, refrigerated and frozen food items. A […]