Greetings Rattlers!
Welcome to another exciting edition of the FAMU Forward Newsletter, a publication focused on the outstanding achievements of our students, faculty, and staff on the “Hill,” as well as our magnificent alumni around the world.
In this latest issue, you will learn more about the many activities taking place on campus during the start of the 2016-17 academic year, including the traditional Freshman Pinning Ceremony and the President’s Convocation. There is also exciting information to share about the strides our students are making, including participating in a remarkable research venture in partnership with UCLA.
In an ongoing effort to recruit the best and brightest, I am thrilled to welcome 22 new faculty members and several new staff members to our FAMUly. I know their years of stellar experience, combined with fresh energy and enthusiasm, will serve our campus and our students well as they complete the rigorous requirements of their respective majors and degree programs.
To our students, alumni, and community members, we invite you to take advantage of the many events we will host this year that provide an opportunity to enjoy that legendary Rattler Spirit.
This weekend, the Rattlers kick-off the football season in a match against the University of Miami. I look forward to the support we are sure to receive from alumni and friends in the South Florida area. And for those who haven’t, it is not too late to purchase your season tickets. University Athletics Director Milton Overton has put forth a fantastic season package with multiple options to suit your individual needs. So remember, supporting our Rattlers on the field not only helps provide additional revenue to the Athletics department, but it also shows great support and commitment to the advancement of our student-athletes.
As we forge ahead toward a successful year, I want to ensure that I take this time to thank all of the students, alumni, faculty, staff, friends, and supporters who have so strongly voiced your support for FAMU and me over the past several days. Your words of encouragement are appreciated. Please know that my love and commitment to FAMU is as strong and resilient as ever. And together, we will keep moving forward and continue charting the course to ensure that FAMU remains on track to becoming that best-in-class, doctoral research university with a global impact that we all know it can be. In light of the well wishes I’ve received, I invite you to view a special video message below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1YZjibgHBc
Thank you and keep striking Rattlers!