President John Thrasher

Florida State University celebrated the legacy of President Emeritus John Thrasher Monday, April 25, as it unveiled his portrait during a luncheon at the FSU Alumni Center. Thrasher became FSU’s 15th president in 2014. During his nearly seven-year term, he elevated the university’s reputation as a preeminent research institution and led FSU to recognition as […]

This opinion piece by FSU President John Thrasher was published Sunday, May 23, 2021, in the Tallahassee Democrat. With perhaps the exception of the Florida Capitol, Doak Campbell Stadium is one of the best known landmarks in Tallahassee. This awe-inspiring and immense brick structure currently seats nearly 80,000 fans, while the University Center that surrounds […]

The Florida Senate recognized Florida State University President John Thrasher during its session Tuesday in honor of his outstanding achievements and service during his tenure as the university’s 15th president.  Sen. Joe Gruters, an FSU alumnus, read the resolution to Thrasher, who served in the Florida Senate from 2009 until he became FSU president in 2014.  “It is […]

The Florida House of Representatives recognized Florida State University President John Thrasher during its session Wednesday in honor of his outstanding achievements and service during his tenure as the university’s 15th president. Rep. Demi Busatta Cabrera, an FSU alumna, read the resolution on the House floor to Thrasher, who was located in the gallery due […]