President John Thrasher

FSU students use resilience training for global impact

Published: November 19, 2019 | 1:42 pm | Posted in: University News

President John Thrasher and the ResilientNoles at a meeting earlier this year.

Florida State University launched the Student Resilience Project just last year, but its impact is already long-lasting and wide-ranging. The online toolkit, which teaches students stress reduction techniques and coping skills and provides an interactive platform for learning how to heal from trauma and improve mental health, started as a required course for new FSU […]

FSU recognizes Fulbright student and faculty award winners

Published: November 14, 2019 | 2:17 pm | Posted in: University News

Omar Mohammad Al Busaidy is one of nine new Fulbright students on campus this fall. Al Busaidy, from the United Arab Emirates, spoke during the Fulbright reception at the President’s House.

Florida State University President John Thrasher recognized students and faculty who have received Fulbright awards during a Nov. 7 reception at the President’s House. “Tonight’s event is an important part of FSU’s International Education Month, and I’m glad we are taking this opportunity to honor students and faculty who have received a Fulbright at some […]

FSU honors former First Lady Virginia Wetherell for her work on President’s House

Published: November 6, 2019 | 4:27 pm | Posted in: University News

The Florida State University President’s House is filled with historic images, books and memorabilia precious to the institution. Now, a new plaque acknowledges the woman responsible for designing and raising money for the building where FSU’s first family resides. Virginia “Ginger” Wetherell served as First Lady of Florida State from 2003 to 2010, while her […]

#FSUglobal: President Thrasher, FSU community celebrate International Education Month

Published: November 6, 2019 | 4:14 pm | Posted in: University News

President Thrasher meets with students during the opening reception of International Education Month.

Florida State University President John Thrasher welcomed students, faculty and staff at the opening reception of FSU’s International Education Month Tuesday, Nov. 5, celebrating the benefits of international education and exchange. “Florida State University is a leader in international education and research,” Thrasher said. “Building global and cultural competencies in the FSU community is so important to […]

Photos: 2019 Homecoming Parade

Published: October 25, 2019 | 4:32 pm | Posted in: Photo Galleries

Florida State University Homecoming Parade, Oct. 25, 2019. (FSU Photography Services)

FSU celebrates donors of new honors program and inaugural cohort of James M. Seneff Scholars

Published: September 30, 2019 | 10:08 am | Posted in: Business, Law & Policy

James and Martha Seneff with inaugural cohort of the FSU College of Business’ James M. Seneff Scholars on Saturday, Sept. 28, at a celebratory event hosted by President John Thrasher and First Lady Jean Thrasher at the FSU President’s House in Tallahassee. (Pictured from left) Back row: Cole Bakotic, Andrew Colvin, Kenneth Frazier, Michael Ramsey, Dexter Bell; Second row: Cameron Strickler, Matthew Williams, Christian Glover, Carlos Rodriguez, Alexander Suriano; Third row: Ivy Van Dyke, Judith Wieland, Matthew Hader, Katherine Newcomb, Mary Katherine Marasco and Sophia Metallo; Front row: FSU Board of Trustees member Mark Hillis, College of Business Dean Michael Hartline, James M. Seneff, Martha Seneff, FSU First Lady Jean Thrasher, FSU President John Thrasher and FSU Board of Trustees Chairman Ed Burr.

Florida State University honored alumnus James M. Seneff and the CNL Charitable Foundation Saturday at a celebration hosted by President John Thrasher and First Lady Jean Thrasher at the FSU President’s House. During the event, Seneff (BUS ’68) presented 16 students with medals signifying their elite status as James M. Seneff Scholars in the College […]

Florida State University joins nation’s Top 20

Published: September 9, 2019 | 12:01 am | Posted in: University News

U.S. News & World Report Ranks FSU No. 18 Among Public Universities Florida State University soared eight spots to No. 18 among national public universities in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, meeting and well exceeding its goal of joining the Top 25. It’s the greatest single-year improvement in university history. The rankings […]

FSU introduces students to university traditions at New Student Convocation

Published: August 25, 2019 | 5:52 pm | Posted in: University News

Florida State University holds New Student Convocation Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019, at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. (FSU Photography Services)

Members of the Florida State University Class of 2023 — the largest class of first-year students in university history — were introduced to university traditions during New Student Convocation Sunday, Aug. 25, at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. President John Thrasher presided over the ceremony, which featured keynote speaker Pamela Perrewé, the Robert O. Lawton Distinguished Professor and […]

A welcome message from President John Thrasher

Published: August 22, 2019 | 9:20 am | Posted in: University News

Welcome to Fall Semester! Whether you are a freshman getting ready for your first college class or a longtime faculty member preparing to share your knowledge with students, there’s never been a better time to be a part of the Florida State family! Across the board, Florida State is enjoying unprecedented success. Our four-year graduation […]

FSU welcomes largest freshman class in university history

Published: August 21, 2019 | 2:03 pm | Posted in: University News

Florida State University will welcome its largest freshman class in school history as the new academic year kicks off Monday, Aug. 26. The class of about 6,900 first-year students also is one of the brightest and most diverse. “It’s a joy to welcome such a talented freshman class as we begin another academic year,” said […]

Florida State University Schools breaks ground on new STEAM building

Published: August 15, 2019 | 4:32 pm | Posted in: University News

The STEAM building will be located on the FSUS campus and provide a central gathering place for FSUS students, university researchers and the surrounding community.

Florida State University Schools broke ground for a new building aimed to educate, engage and inspire their students in the areas of STEAM — science, technology, engineering, arts and math, Thursday, Aug. 15. The event welcomed dozens of FSUS students, teachers, administrators, parents and other supporters. “We’re beyond excited to be here today to celebrate […]

FSU summer commencement speakers encourage graduates to plan and persevere

Published: August 3, 2019 | 1:32 pm | Posted in: University News

President John Thrasher congratulates a graduate during FSU's 2019 summer commencement. (FSU Photography Services)

Florida State University graduates celebrated milestones and reflected on the opportunities FSU provided them during summer commencement held Friday, August 2, and Saturday, August 3. Degrees were awarded to 2,673 students, with more than 1,400 graduates participating in two ceremonies at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. President John Thrasher presided over commencement and introduced […]