THE BIG STORY

NEWS & MORE FROM YOUR PREEMINENT UNIVERSITY

•  MARCH 14, 2016 •

Dr. Long Jump: Leaping to success in chemistry, athletics, leadership

How does one juggle the demanding schedule of a top NCAA student-athlete while studying for a doctorate in the challenging field of chemistry? Florida State University’s Stefan Brits says, "It's not easy, but it’s definitely not impossible." And, on Friday, he landed his best-ever finish  at NCAA Indoor Track & Field Championships. Read more ...

Red wonder: FSU researchers pave the way for electronics revolution

Florida State University researchers have discovered how to safely activate red phosphorus, an element that will be critical in the creation of new electronics and the materials of the future. Read more ...

Social change starts with ... spring break!

Six groups of Florida State University students spent spring break serving others across the country and internationally as a part of the university’s Alternative Breaks program, coordinated by the Center for Leadership and Social Change. Read more ...

A nationally recognized academic leader

Florida State University is recognized as a national leader in several fields of study. In fact, the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice is ranked No. 1 in the nation for faculty research, U.S. News & World Report ranks the School of Information's school library media program No. 1, and Design Intelligence has voted FSU's Interior Design program the nation's "Most Admired" four consecutive years? Find out more about top FSU programs!

20th Annual Rainbow Concert of World Music

Legendary funk icon George Clinton alongside the Florida State University College of Music's world music ensembles for the 20th Annual Rainbow Concert of World Music at 8 p.m. Monday, March 21, at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall. Tickets: $10 general admission and $5 for students. Call (850) 645-7949.

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