Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU)

The mission of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU), as an 1890 land-grant institution, is to provide an enlightened and enriched academic, intellectual, moral, cultural, ethical, technological and student-centered environment conducive to the development of highly qualified individuals who are prepared and capable of serving as leaders and contributors in our ever-evolving society. The University seeks and supports a faculty and staff of distinction dedicated to providing outstanding academic preparation at the undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional school levels, with a particular emphasis on integrity and ethical conduct. FAMU is committed to inspirational teaching, exemplary research and meaningful public and community service through creative partnerships at the local, state, national and global levels. The University is also committed to the resolution of complex issues that will enhance humankind.

While the University continues its historic mission of educating African Americans, persons of all races, ethnic origins and nationalities are welcomed and encouraged to remain life-long members of the university community. The University, through its diverse faculty and staff, provides a caring, nurturing, collegial and respectful environment.

During a student’s tenure at FAMU, exposure to cultural, educational, and social activities and events is a must. This exposure is realized through becoming a member of a club or organization. This campus acknowledges one-hundred twenty-three certified clubs and organizations. The certification process affords students leadership training, volunteer opportunities, and several advantages when securing venues on-campus, and requesting financial assistance through the Student Government Association’s Activity and Service (A&S) fee process. The certification process has another noteworthy component, a student generated on line data base where they add in their own information. The system (RATTLERLINK) allows designated club and organization officers to update their executive board, membership listing, constitution, by-laws, calendar of events and meeting notes. The system also allows posting of flyers of upcoming events for other certified organizations to see. This process is monitored by a coordinator of this office who approves all updates which then allows information to post to the system. This system is in its second year, and enjoyed by all.

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