In... Hello Rattlers, The President of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical (A&M) University (FAMU), Larry Robinson, tells The CEO Magazine that one of his proudest moments was when he received his bachelor’s degree in chemistry, graduating summa cum laude from Memphis State University (now the University of Memphis), with his mother there watching. All rights reserved. Located in Old Seminole ... © Copyright 2019 - ONYX Magazine, All Rights Reserved |, Justice Coming for Family of Man Shot Dead by Police Who Said Rosary was a Gun, ‘Divine Nine’ Will Be Watching Kamala Harris During VP Debate, VIDEO: Rob Parker Talks Major League Playoffs, Inspired by George Floyd, Iconic R&B Group ‘The Whispers’ Delivers New Music and says: ‘Go vote!’, Baggin’ Bad Guys: Dog Named Frodo Helps Police Catch 3 Burglars, Cliff Long Talks Real Estate and Black Wealth, Jamal Wilson: Entrepreneurship, Inspiration, Expansion, November/December 2019 issue of ONYX Magazine, FDA Warns Against Certain Hand Sanitizers, Centre for Girls in Tampa: Making Waves for Positive Change, Run, Sister, Run! It’s not only the “fantastic array of outstanding academic degree programs” that defines the university, Larry explains, but also that “we expect every student to succeed”. Florida A&M University is one of America’s most recognized Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). More transfer students are enrolled this year. It’s this type of diversity that, as a nation, we need to continue to promote because that’s where innovation lies.”. So, we have to not only look at what it costs them to get to us but also at what it costs them to stay with us and to finish their education.”. My success isn’t just defined by how well I do but also by how good a job I do of helping others.”. In a column published in the HBCU Digest, Jarrett Carter Sr. wrote that Thrasher and Murdaugh’s support is “nothing good” for FAMU. Faculty News. Send letters to the editor (up to 200 words) or Your Turn columns (about 500 words) to letters@tallahassee.com. ONYX Magazine celebrates the accomplishments and contributions of African-Americans and those of the African diaspora. “Larry Robinson is doing a superb job at Florida A&M University,” Thrasher told the crowd. I know Florida A&M is going through a tough stretch. In the past, they have filled that role through promotions from within or from a national search following the service of an interim president. Recent events around the country remind us that the fight for civil rights and equal justice under the law is far from over. Those of us who live here want a thriving FAMU that can make significant contributions to our culture, our history and, of course, our workforce. That evening, the hopefuls learned that, by attending FAMU, they would be pushed beyond excellence over their next four years. Robinson is on a one-year contract as interim president. “It’s ingrained in the FAMU culture that students get involved in things in their community that help make the lives of others better. It is the only HBCU within Florida’s State University System. At a recent Martin Luther King Jr. tribute, Florida State University President John Thrasher threw his support behind Robinson. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” Dr. King added, “We must not allow our creative protest to degenerate into physical violence.”, While crimes against African American men in particular are once again front and center and have touched a nerve in our nation, we must remember what Dr. King taught, “Oppressed people cannot remain oppressed forever. He’s quick to acknowledge the hardships many of the students have experienced, which is reflected in the support the university provides. Dear FAMUans and Supporters: Since our founding in 1887, FAMU has dedicated itself to fulfilling its motto “Excellence with Caring.” And while our... Hello Rattlers, Larry explains that for students, alumni, the faculty and himself, it goes beyond personal interests; it’s about looking outward and carrying an “essence of caring to do things to enrich the lives of others”. “I think it’s important for every student – and any person – to hear: you can be anything you want to be or, more importantly, you can do anything that you’ve worked hard enough for. It did not take long to ascertain this was not only a brilliant man, but one who possessed the ability to connect with people. March 14th, 2018. “Data shows that a more engaged student is much more likely to be a successful student in a number of ways.”. All submissions may be edited for content, clarity and length, and may also be published by any part of the USA TODAY NETWORK.