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ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Celebrates Florida’s $485 Million Investment in Nursing Programs

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.— Today, Governor Ron DeSantis celebrated Florida’s continued investment in high quality nursing programs with more than $485 million awarded through the Linking Industry to Nursing Education (LINE) and the Prepping Institutions, Programs, Employers, and Learners through Incentives for Nursing Education (PIPELINE) programs since their inception in 2022. LINE and PIPELINE funding strengthen nursing […]

Seven Florida Public Universities Honored with 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

~ Nine out of 12 System institutions now hold this Carnegie elective designation ~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—This week, the Carnegie Foundation selected colleges and universities from across the nation for the 2026 Community Engagement Classification, an elective designation awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching that highlights […]

State University System of Florida Celebrates 2025 Milestones

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — In 2025, the State University System reached new heights and achieved record-breaking milestones across its 12 public institutions. Florida continues to rank as the nation’s #1 higher education system due to the System’s commitment to student and operational success, boasting top-tier faculty, producing innovative research, driving economic development, and promoting collaboration across […]

State University System of Florida Champions Governor DeSantis’ Floridians First Budget

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, the State University System of Florida commends Governor DeSantis for prioritizing the continued deliverance of an extraordinary impact at our public universities through the Floridians First Budget. The Governor’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 recommendations demonstrate a continued forward-thinking approach to higher education, ensuring enhanced student success, campus safety, top-tier faculty recruitment and […]

Items to Watch for the December 12 Board of Governors Meeting

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Board of Governors will hold a virtual meeting on Friday, December 12. Highlights of the meeting agenda include: Full Board Meeting Nomination and Governance Committee The Board of Governors meeting will be held virtually on Zoom and is scheduled to begin Friday, December 12, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Find additional […]

State University System to Set National Standard for Quantum Innovation Through New Partnerships

~ The Florida Alliance for Quantum Technology will advance innovation and make Florida a U.S. hub for quantum expertise ~ TAMPA, Fla.—Last week, the Florida Board of Governors received an update on the new Florida Alliance for Quantum Technology (FAQT), a collaborative effort between Florida’s public higher education institutions and statewide and global leaders in […]

Florida Board of Governors Redefines Excellence for the Upcoming Year

The Florida Board of Governors approved updates to the Performance-Based Funding (PBF) Model, as well as new metrics and goals for SUS 30, the State University System of Florida (SUS) Strategic Plan. “As the leading State University System in the nation, now is the time to continue raising the bar,” said SUS Chancellor Ray Rodrigues. […]

Items to Watch for the November 6 Board of Governors Meeting

TAMPA, Fla.—The Florida Board of Governors will hold a meeting at the University of South Florida on Thursday, November 6. Highlights of the meeting agenda include: Academic and Research Excellence Committee Academic and Student Affairs Committee Strategic Planning Committee Budget and Finance Committee Facilities Committee Nomination and Governance Committee Full Board Meeting The Board of […]

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Highlights the Upcoming Florida Civics and Debate Initiative State Championship at New College of Florida

The 9-12 Champion of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Debate will receive a $50,000 scholarship and trophy named in honor of Charlie Kirk SARASOTA, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the winner of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Debate at the upcoming Florida Civics and Debate Initiative (FCDI) State Championship will be awarded $50,000 and a trophy named […]