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FAMU Law and Nursing Programs Threatened with Closure for Poor Student Performance
By Jay Waagmeester | Florida Phoenix | Fewer than half of Florida A&M University College of Law students passed the Florida Bar exam on the first attempt last year, prompting a Florida State University System governor to warn he is prepared to eliminate that program if the numbers do not improve.
Thomasville community mourns former high school football player killed in crash
THOMASVILLE, Ga. (WALB) - The family is now speaking about the loss of a beloved star athlete in Thomasville. Demarrio “DJ” Thurman was a former Thomasville High School football player. He was killed in a car crash in Leon County, Florida last week. “This has really impacted our...
FSU makes Top 3 in performance-based funding metrics; FAMU on ‘watch list’
Florida State and Florida A&M universities both show a drop in their performance-based funding (PBF) metric scores this year, with FAMU being on the Board of Governors’ “watch list.”. But in spite of FSU’s drop, it maintains its Top Three status in the Florida State University System —...
Starting Lineup: Leon’s William Mosley
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The Leon High School football team will have a new leader at the helm this fall. William Mosley was brought onto the staff in January as the defensive line coach but is now tasked with leading his alma mater to continued success, which is something he said he’s excited about.
FAMU Appoints Smith and Wesson as New Deans
Shannon B. Smith will lead the School of Nursing, while G. Dale Wesson was promoted from interim dean of the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences. Florida A&M University (FAMU) has announced the appointment of two distinguished and visionary academic leaders poised to significantly impact the university’s quest toward becoming a Carnegie Research 1 institution. Shannon B. Smith, DNP, Ph.D., will serve as dean of the School of Nursing, while G. Dale Wesson, Ph.D., will serve as dean of the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences, effective July 1.
Florida High athletics renovating Mike Hickman Stadium ahead of upcoming season
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - If you’re playing Florida High this fall, expect your seating arrangement to look a little different, and a lot better. The Seminoles are in the middle of a $1.5 million dollar project, a project that’ll give them new bleachers on both the home and the away side at Mike Hickman Stadium.
TLH 200: Tallahassee State College 'foundation for our community' for almost 60 years
For students at Tallahassee State College, the Eagle’s Creed states “Eagles rise above the rest by affirming each other's strength and nurturing personal growth as we rise to meet life's challenges.”. Even with a name change, the college's values have stayed the same for almost 60 years. Formerly...
Pine View student earns statewide leadership position
He’s only a rising senior, but you can call him "Gov." Pine View student Terry Shen earned the title of governor at the American Legion’s 80th annual Boys State June 15-22 in Tallahassee. The youth leadership and government instruction program brought together hundreds of talented rising seniors from across the state.
FSU Alumni Association honors Ramiro Inguanzo
Gina Inguanzo and Ramiro Inguanzo in April in Coral Gables at a reception for new students admitted to Florida State University. Photo: Sam Keller/Florida State University. The Florida State University Alumni Association Board of Directors named Ramiro Inguanzo as their ‘Board Member of the Year’ in May for his many contributions to the FSU community.
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