Florida A&M University (FAMU) will receive an additional $26.3 million in federal stimulus funding set aside to assist historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to help offset losses related to the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read more…] about FAMU Secures $26.3 million in Additional Federal Stimulus Funding
Education
UT to Host First-Ever Virtual Commencement on May 9, 11 A.M.
For the first time ever, due to the unprecedented circumstances that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought upon campus life, The University of Tampa will host a virtual commencement on May 9 at 11 a.m. (EST) to honor the 1,752 degree-seeking candidates at the University’s 150th commencement. [Read more…] about UT to Host First-Ever Virtual Commencement on May 9, 11 A.M.
Florida Poly hosting safe, individual campus visits for prospective students
Students considering Florida Polytechnic University for their educational home this fall are now able to schedule an in-person visit to see its iconic campus up close in a safe way. [Read more…] about Florida Poly hosting safe, individual campus visits for prospective students
FAMU Launches Virtual Preview To Engage Prospective Students for Fall Enrollment
Since the COVID-19 pandemic forced the cancellation of what would have been a record-setting Spring Preview, Florida A&M University (FAMU) has found a way for even more prospective students to experience the University – digitally. [Read more…] about FAMU Launches Virtual Preview To Engage Prospective Students for Fall Enrollment
FAMU Extends Remote Operations Until May 15
Florida A&M University (FAMU) will extend rules to allow most personnel to continue to work remotely through at least May 15, as the University continues social distancing guidelines during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. [Read more…] about FAMU Extends Remote Operations Until May 15
Florida Poly engineering students add a new dimension to dance
A team of Florida Polytechnic University students is using technology to convert the beauty and grace of dance into an innovative, stunning work of art. [Read more…] about Florida Poly engineering students add a new dimension to dance
FAMU Chemical Engineering Student Gets Historic Doctorate, Offer Comes In From Harvard
When FAMU-FSU College of Engineering student Bobby Haney first tried to explain to his parents that he wanted to continue pursuing his education after graduating, his parents were less than enthusiastic. [Read more…] about FAMU Chemical Engineering Student Gets Historic Doctorate, Offer Comes In From Harvard
Florida Council of 100 Assesses Impacts of School Closings in Florida
The Florida Council of 100 announced today its release of an issue brief assessing the impacts of school campus closures on students and businesses in the state. [Read more…] about Florida Council of 100 Assesses Impacts of School Closings in Florida
Residents Flock To FAMU Bragg Stadium COVID-19 Testing Site Kick-Off
Scores of residents, some from as far as Alabama and Georgia, converged on Florida A&M University’s Bragg Memorial Stadium for the first weekend of walk-up COVID-19 testing. [Read more…] about Residents Flock To FAMU Bragg Stadium COVID-19 Testing Site Kick-Off
FAMU Secures $750,000 in Federal Funds to Attract Students To Study Agriculture and Food Sciences
Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) College of Agriculture and Food Sciences (CAFS) received $752,632 in federal funds for scholarships to attract high achieving students. [Read more…] about FAMU Secures $750,000 in Federal Funds to Attract Students To Study Agriculture and Food Sciences