Division of Student Affairs

FSU greets new students virtually with ‘Welcome FSU’

Published: June 15, 2020 | 12:06 pm | Posted in: Students & Campus Life, University News

FSU’s Division of Student Affairs will greet new students through a virtual version of Welcome FSU, a weeklong tradition of engaging events that promote student involvement and inclusion on-campus. (FSU Division of Student Affairs)

More than 2,000 freshmen will start their college careers at Florida State University during Summer Session C, which begins Monday, June 22. While they will not be together in the traditional sense, FSU’s Division of Student Affairs is aiming to foster a sense of community through a virtual version of Welcome FSU. Welcome FSU is […]

Incoming FSU students begin virtual orientation

Published: June 8, 2020 | 1:19 pm | Posted in: Students & Campus Life, University News

Orientation for the Summer C and Fall 2020 terms will be held virtually to maintain a safe and healthy environment for all during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This week, thousands of incoming Florida State University students and their families will begin orientation as they prepare for collegiate life and the Summer C and Fall 2020 terms. There’s just one change — sessions are being held virtually to maintain a safe and healthy environment for all. “Orientation is an essential part to student […]

Students, faculty and staff honored virtually on annual Leadership Awards Night

Published: April 15, 2020 | 1:39 pm | Posted in: News, Students & Campus Life, University News

Florida State University students, employees and organizations were recognized during the university’s annual Leadership Awards Night Tuesday, April 14. The winners were announced virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The awards, sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs, honor the diverse collection of individuals and groups across campus who engage in leadership learning. The awards and their recipients are: President’s Award, given to an […]

FSU to honor 100 outstanding seniors through new awards program

Published: January 28, 2020 | 10:41 am | Posted in: Students & Campus Life

Florida State University has launched a new awards recognition program that will honor a diverse group of 100 seniors who have shown exceptional leadership during their collegiate careers. The awards program, named the Torchbearer 100, is intended to thank and celebrate these students’ leadership and legacy. Honorees will be recognized for their notable impact within […]

FSU’S Garnet and Gold Scholar Society honors 58 new inductees

Published: December 5, 2019 | 9:39 am | Posted in: Students & Campus Life

58 students were inducted into Florida State University's prestigious Garnet & Gold Scholar Society this past Wednesday, Dec. 4. (FSU Photography Services/Bruce Palmer)

Florida State University welcomed 58 new inductees into its prestigious Garnet & Gold Scholar Society this fall. Established in 2010, the Garnet & Gold Scholar Society facilitates student involvement and recognizes undergraduate students who excel within and beyond the classroom in at least three of five areas: international experience, internship, leadership, research and service. “It […]

Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Angela Chong to dually serve as Dean of Students

Published: November 6, 2019 | 11:33 am | Posted in: University News

Florida State University has appointed Angela Lauer Chong, associate vice president for Student Affairs, to dually serve as Dean of Students, effective Dec. 13. (FSU Photography Services)

Florida State University has appointed Angela Lauer Chong, associate vice president for Student Affairs, to dually serve as the Dean of Students, effective Dec. 13. “I have appointed Angela Lauer Chong to also serve as Dean of Students for the Division of Student Affairs,” said Amy Hecht, vice president for Student Affairs. “She will continue […]

FSU presents inaugural Latinx Cultural Celebration

Published: September 11, 2019 | 2:11 pm | Posted in: Students & Campus Life

Florida State University will host its inaugural Latinx Cultural Celebration on Tuesday, Sept. 17.

Florida State University will host its inaugural Latinx Cultural Celebration, an opportunity to gather in honor of Latinx members, their contributions and history, on Tuesday, Sept. 17. The goal of the Latinx Celebration is to bring the university and Tallahassee communities together to enhance cultural awareness, increase knowledge and share untold stories of the Latinx […]

FSU’s Garnet and Gold Scholar Society honors 16 new inductees

Published: July 31, 2019 | 10:56 am | Posted in: University News

Sixteen FSU students were inducted into the Garnet & Gold Scholars Society Tuesday, July 30. (FSU Photography Services)

Florida State University welcomed 16 new inductees into its prestigious Garnet & Gold Scholar Society this summer. Established in 2010, the Garnet & Gold Scholar Society facilitates student involvement and recognizes undergraduate students who excel within and beyond the classroom in at least three of five areas: international experience, internship, leadership, research and service. “We […]

FSU earns national recognition for healthy campus initiatives

Published: April 11, 2019 | 2:14 pm | Posted in: University News

Nancy Roman, president and CEO of Partnership for a Healthier America, presents April Lovett, strategic planning and assessment analyst at FSU, with a crystal apple in recognition of Florida State University meeting PHA's Healthier Campus Initiative guidelines.

Florida State University has earned national recognition from Partnership for a Healthier America for its commitment to expanding healthier options across campus. Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) works to ensure that all children and young adults have the opportunity to live healthy, active lives. Florida State is one of 32 institutions of higher learning […]

FSU hires new associate vice president for Student Affairs

Published: April 25, 2018 | 12:00 pm | Posted in: University News

Florida State University announced today the appointment of Angela Lauer Chong, interim vice president for Student Affairs at The College of New Jersey, as the new associate vice president for Student Affairs, effective July 16. In her new position, Chong will oversee the University Counseling Center; University Health Services, including the Center for Health Advocacy […]

Seminole Sensation Week: FSU to host fun festivities before fall semester

Published: August 16, 2017 | 1:41 pm | Posted in: University News

As the beginning of the fall semester approaches, Florida State University will host Seminole Sensation Week, an annual weeklong tradition, full of exciting events that promotes student involvement on campus. There is a wide array of activities across campus for students from Wednesday, Aug. 23, to Tuesday, Aug. 29, that help introduce them to a […]