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A Message from Chancellor Ray Rodrigues on Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene has caused great damage across our state and to some of our university communities. I want to thank the personnel who were on campuses throughout the storm to ensure the safety of students. I also want to thank our university leadership who continuously monitored the storm and took quick action to close campuses […]

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Highlights Success of Florida Prepaid Program; Encourages Parents to Claim Available Refunds 

Governor’s Press Office ORLANDO, Fla.—Today, during National College Savings Month, Governor Ron DeSantis announces record refunds to parents through the Florida Prepaid program and encourages all Florida families to take advantage of an affordable prepaid college plan.  “Because of our focus on academic achievement and fiscal responsibility, Florida has both the number one ranked higher […]

Items to Watch for the September 18th Board of Governors’ Meeting

The Florida Board of Governors will hold a meeting at the University of South Florida on September 18. Highlights of the meeting agenda include: Strategic Planning Committee Facilities Committee Budget & Finance Committee Audit & Compliance Committee Academic & Student Affairs Committee Nomination and Governance Full Board The Board of Governors’ meeting will be streamed […]

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Highlights Success in Reducing Nursing Shortages Through LINE and PIPELINE Funds

Governor’s Press Office DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Daytona State College to highlight Florida’s success in enhancing the nursing talent pipeline through the Prepping Institutions, Programs, Employers and Learners through Incentives for Nursing Education (PIPELINE) Fund and the Linking Industry to Nursing Education (LINE) Fund. These programs incentivize and reward collaboration and performance in […]

Florida’s Public Universities Soar in National Rankings

Tallahassee, FL (August 30, 2024) – Today, the State University System of Florida celebrated the outstanding performance of its institutions in national rankings by Forbes and the Washington Monthly. This continued national recognition reflects the System’s commitment to academic excellence, student success and community service. Forbes’ List of America’s Top Colleges, Public Eleven of the State University System of […]