Florida A&M responded to skepticism from neighbors about the validity of the $237 million donation made by Gregory Gerami at commencement. FAMU says the donation stocks are already in its accounts.
FAMU broke ground on a 700-bed residence hall Tuesday. It's set to open for fall 2025. In the meantime, Alberto Camargo asks FAMU about the options how students who miss out on housing in 2024.
The FAMU Board of Trustees approved James Colzie III's contract as head football coach and approveda $75 million budget for a 700-bed student housing project Monday.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) A core mission of Florida A&M University from its founding over a century ago has been to educate African Americans. It was written into the law that established the school along with another college, in Gainesville, reserved for white students. At Florida’s only public HBCU, some students now fear political constraints might get in the way of teaching parts of their history. A law signed in May by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis blocks public colleges from using taxpayer money on diversity programs. It has spurred protests and left many students watching for signs the new guidance will affect teaching of topics related to race and American history.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) A core mission of Florida A&M University from its founding over a century ago has been to educate African Americans. It was written into the law that established the school along with another college, in Gainesville, reserved for white students. At Florida’s only public HBCU, some students now fear political constraints might get in the way of teaching parts of their history. A law signed in May by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis blocks public colleges from using taxpayer money on diversity programs. It has spurred protests and left many students watching for signs the new guidance will affect teaching of topics related to race and American history.