The FAMU Rattler Boosters, once a vibrant and essential part of FAMU's athletic support is a shadow of its former self. Historically the booster club played a crucial role in providing finan… Read More

Florida Atlantic University’s Interim President Stacy Volnick’s tenure, initially expected to last only a few months, has been extended yet again, refle… Read More

Angela Suggs begins her first day of work, today, as the new Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics at FAMU. Suggs was previously the President and CEO of the Florida Sport… Read More

In a thrilling display of skill and resilience, the FAMU Rattlers secured a significant victory over the Alabama State Hornets with a score of 28-13. The game, which took place on the Hornet… Read More

FAMU’s School of Business and Industry (SBI) refreshed its Investments and Analytics Lab with a $1 million -- over five years gift--- from PGIM Global Assets.  … Read More

The FAMU football team is gearing up to challenge Alabama State University during their homecoming festivities this weekend. The Rattlers, with a 2-2 record, are set to open thei… Read More

FAMU is celebrating a significant milestone today as it turns 137 years old. What began as a one-room schoolhouse with two instructors and 15 students has grown into one of the h… Read More

In a recent interview with the Coaches Corner podcast, Angela Suggs, the newly appointed Vice President and Director of Athletics at FAMU, conveyed her excitement and dedication to elevating… Read More

While FAMU recently broke the coveted $100 million in research awards “glass ceiling” this year bringing in $112.4 million funding, the grants received b… Read More

FAMU has once again solidified its position among the nation's top public universities by securing the 81st spot in the U.S. News & World Report's 2025 rankings. This marks the second ye… Read More

FAMU Athletics, late Wednesday, announced the appointment of Brittany Beall as the new head coach of the Rattler softball program. Beall, has an extensive coaching career spanning over 16 ye… Read More

The impending arrival of Hurricane Helene has led to the postponement of FAMU's Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) football game against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs this Saturday, the… Read More

FAMU jumped up 10 spots in the U.S. News & World Report’s “2024-2025 Best Colleges" rankings to No. 81 from No. 91, a year a… Read More

FAMU graduate Roy Wood Jr., the former "Daily Show" correspondent, has been named to host "Have I Got News For You" on CNN. The U.S. version of the long-running BBC comedy series debuted on… Read More

The FAMU Rattlers faced a tough defeat against the Troy University Trojans, losing 34-12 in a Saturday night showdown before a crowd of 29,024 fans at the Trojans' home turf. Despite a stron… Read More

The FAMU Board of Trustees, yesterday, met for three and a half minutes, yesterday to approve a a three-year, contract for Angela Adams Suggs to become FAMU's new Vice President/Director of… Read More

The Lady Rattlers tennis team showcased their depth and skill on Day 1 of the HBCU National Tennis Tournament going undefeated with seven singles and two double wins. Â&nbs… Read More

The FAMU volleyball team is riding high on a wave of success, boasting a commendable 7-3 record as they prepare for their next major test. The Rattlers are gearing up for a pivotal tournamen… Read More

In a significant move to bolster the nation's educational landscape, President Joe Biden took center stage at the National HBCU Week Conference in Philadelphia, announcing a substantial fina… Read More

FAMU has narrowed its search for a new Vice President and Athletics Director down to  Angela Suggs, the President and CEO of the Florida Sports Foundation (FSF).  Si… Read More

Once again, FAMU has been honored with the prestigious title of Fulbright Historically Black College and University Institutional Leader for 2024. This recognition is bestowed annually… Read More

 Johnnie Early II, Dean of the FAMU College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CoPPS) and Institute of Public Health (IPH) is stepping down from his role.   Early a… Read More

Clement YedjouFAMU has been awarded a $500,000 grant by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to spearhead a collaborative research project that aims to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI… Read More

The FAMU Rattlers men's basketball team is gearing up for an action-packed 2024-25 season, with a schedule that promises to test the team's mettle both in and out of the Southwestern At… Read More

 Ira W. Bates, an associate professor of Accounting and Chair, Accounting & Finance and Business Law, has been interim dean of the FAMU School of Business and Industr… Read More

FAMU Rattler football team suffered a 56-9 defeat, Saturday night to the 12th ranked Miami Hurricanes on the road.  Despite the loss, the Rattlers showed moments of resilience… Read More

FAMU’s incoming freshman class of 2028, comprising 1,711 students is a an academically  talented group with a average grade point average (GPA) of 3.93. This impressive group… Read More

As the new academic year begins, the landscape of higher education is noticing a significant shift in enrollment trends where more of the nation's African American students are choosing to e… Read More

Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs Allyson Watson,FAMU-FSU College of Engineering professors Wei Guo and Bayaner Arigong, and Dean Suvranu De. The FAMU-FSU College of Engineeri… Read More

The FAMU Rattlers narrowly defeated the South Carolina State Bulldogs in a thrilling Saturday night showdown at Bragg Memorial Stadium, with a score of 22-18, maintaining their und… Read More

Brian "B Daht" McLaughlin, a versatile entertainer hailing from North Carolina, has been named the new voice of Bragg Stadium, succeeding the beloved Sterling Stevenson. The announcemen… Read More

FAMU has announced the appointment of Audrey Alexander as the new chief of police for the FAMU Police Department, effective September 13, 2024. Alexander, a seasoned law enforcement pro… Read More

The FAMU Rattler football is gearing up for another pivotal matchup this Saturday, after narrowly clinching a 24-23 victory against the Norfolk State Spartans in the MEAC/SWAC Challenge. The… Read More

A new report from the non-partisan research group, the American Institute for Boys and Men (AIBM), has revealed a significant decline in Black male enrollment at Historically Black Colleges… Read More

 Postdoctoral research Sam McCalpin and Professor Ayyalusamy "Rams" RamamoorthyResearcher at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering have shed light on the intricate relationship betwe… Read More

James Colzie's coaching debut for FAMU was a nail-biter, as the Rattlers narrowly defeated the Norfolk State Spartans 24-23 before a packed crowd of 22,210 at Center Parc Stadium i… Read More

In a testament to her exceptional skills and dedication,  FAMU Senior Jada Rhodes has been named the 2023 Preseason Player of the Year by the Southwestern Athletic Confer… Read More

In a vibrant display of civic engagement, Tevon Blair, an alumnus of Dillard University in New Orleans, transformed Yard Fest at Virginia State University into a lively block party atmospher… Read More

FAMU football has named Daniel Richardson as its starting quarterback for the upcoming season opener against the Norfolk State Trojans in the MEAC/SWAC Challenge. The decision was made publi… Read More

Employer interest in hiring MBA graduates is ticking up across the US, and the rest of the world, according to a recent survey by the Graduate Management Admissions Council. … Read More

The FAMU campus is buzzing with anticipation as more than 2,000 new, and returning students, prepare to embark on their 2024 academic journey. The move-in process for these eager students is… Read More

Florida is opting out of a federal summer food assistance program for the second year in a row.The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer Program for Children (Summer EBT), also known as Su… Read More

As the new academic year begins, a growing number of students and their families are facing the daunting task of financing a college education. A recent study has revealed that student… Read More

In a move that was widely expected, Tiffani-Dawn Sykes, has been forced out as Athletic Director at FAMU.  Sykes assumed control of the program in January 2023 and held the positio… Read More

In an annual ritual that offers a glimpse into the competitive landscape of higher education, universities across the nation select their peer institutions for comparative analysis in the U… Read More

McCray Kenyana McCray and Gabrielle Sinclair have been selected as 2024 White House Initiative HBCU Scholars. This prestigious honor recognizes their dedication to excellence and t… Read More

FAMU, on Friday, paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Eddie Jackson and his wife, Jerrlyne Allen Jackson, with the unveiling of a Wall of Honor at the Al Lawson Center. The ceremony was… Read More

In a significant development for the golf program, the 2024 HBCU National Champions unveiled a new putting room on campus, thanks to generous donations from the Rattlers-in-Arms and the Plan… Read More

In an effort to steer the university towards a new chapter of leadership, the FAMU Board of Trustees is optimistic about having a new president in place by June 30, 2025. The board is c… Read More

Making a decision to undergo surgery is daunting, with many questions about the skill and experience of the surgeon. Now, new research from the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering aims to give s… Read More