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Flying high: Major gift names director, sparks student success
A major donation introduced at an altitude of 34,000 feet is helping to keep the Florida State University College of Business soaring on behalf of its students.

FSU alumnus inspires giving through service and philanthropy
Committed to supporting students in overcoming barriers to success, Florida State University alumnus Cameron Pennant is proof that a gift can never be too small nor too early.

FSU Florence establishes new endowment, unveils newly named art gallery
Florida State University alumna Ruth A. Owen’s life was forever changed after studying abroad in Florence, Italy, in 1971.

Alumnus makes second major gift to Legacy Hall
Excited by “shovels in the ground,” an alumnus and major supporter of the Florida State University College of Business decided to deepen his effort toward building something exceptional and transfo

Named graduate fellowship furthers research in Hispanic marketing communication
Graduate students interested in furthering their studies in multicultural and Hispanic marketing communication will receive much-needed support thanks to the newly established Perez Family Graduate

Three-time FSU alumnus selected as new College of Social Work dean
Florida State University has named three-time alumnus David W. Springer as dean of the College of Social Work following a national search. Springer will begin his new role Aug. 1.

FSU College of Education alumna gifts endowed scholarship for future teachers
Florida State University alumna and former special education teacher Adrienne Cohen (’75) has included FSU as a percent beneficiary in her estate to benefit future teachers through the Adrienne J.

TUFF gift provides support to FSU students of Gold Star families
“TUFF” speaks to the resilience and fortitude of those who have lost a loved one in the line of duty, and it is the pulse of an organization and its recent gift to Florida State.

FSU’s Innovation Hub dedicates new media design lab in honor of Emeritus Professor Gail Rubini
With innovation at the forefront of Florida State University’s strategic plan, FSU’s Innovation Hub has opened a new media design lab available to all faculty, staff and students that will provide

Dr. Christopher Johns Art History Award for International Study honors FSU art history alumnus
The Department of Art History has received a generous endowment from the estate of alumnus Dr.

Mary W. Solomon gives $1M to create the E. Ray Solomon Floor in Legacy Hall in honor of her late husband
The Florida State University College of Business has received a major gift that celebrates and further cements the legacy of one of its most beloved family members, student supporters and universit

Florida State community comes together to make 12th annual FSU’s Great Give a success
FSU’s Great Give saw support from 5,155 donors, 155 over the goal in just 24 hours. Donors helped fund 109 projects campus-wide.