President John Thrasher

Anti-Semitism and religious discrimination have no place at Florida State University. I am aware of a controversy involving the FSU Student Senate President who has posted offensive anti-Semitic rhetoric online. I want to take this opportunity to unequivocally state that we will not tolerate discrimination against groups or individuals. I understand that some Jewish students […]

Dear FSU Family, America is hurting, and many in our community are, too. This past week, I, along with members of my leadership team, met with faculty, staff and students, including representatives from the Student Government Association, the Black Student Union, the LGBTQ+ community and others. We heard their anger, frustration and sadness, and we […]

Dear FSU Family, I know this has been a difficult week. Like you, I am deeply disturbed about the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, and I strongly condemn the police conduct we witnessed. It is everyone’s responsibility to stand up against abuse of power, and we must hold these officers accountable. I pray that […]