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CDEP Celebrates 41st Anniversary

The Cooperative Developmental Energy Program celebrated its Forty-First Annual Energy Career Day and Student Recruitment Conference from February 24 – 27, 2024.

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Fort Valley State Alumna Nominates Master of Public Health Program Coordinator for Diversity, Inclusion Award

Dr. Oreta Samples, Fort Valley State University assistant professor and Master of Public Health Program coordinator, smiles as she holds her award by the National Environmental Health Association.

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Fort Valley State University Increases Access to Equitable, High-Quality Peer Tutoring in Partnership with Knack

The three-year partnership will provide students with free on-demand tutoring in all courses

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Fort Valley State University Introduces Master in Public Administration Program

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) is proud to announce the introduction of an online master’s in public administration (MPA) program, scheduled to commence in the summer of 2024.

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Fort Valley State University Ranks as the Top Public HBCU in Georgia for Six Consecutive Years, According to U.S. News & World Report

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) is proud to announce its continued recognition as the number one public Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Georgia for the sixth consecutive year.

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Fort Valley Extension earns awards at Southern region meeting

Fall semester is the time of year when Cooperative Extension professionals across the Southern region, including Fort Valley State University (FVSU), gather to network and share resources.

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FVSU, UGA College of Pharmacy Partner to Support Future Pharmacists

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) and the University of Georgia (UGA) College of Pharmacy signed an agreement.

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FVSU Students Conduct Research at Utah State University

Three Fort Valley State University students participated in the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) through Utah State University’s College of Agriculture and Applied Science.

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FVSU, Atrium Health Navicent Partner to Offer On-campus Student Health Services

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) and Atrium Health Navicent have partnered to offer on-campus health services for students, faculty and staff beginning fall 2023.

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FVSU Student Studies Organic Chemistry in International Classroom

Jaiden Williams, a first-generation college student, participated in a summer study abroad program. The Senior Biology major from Moultrie, Georgia, lived in Paris, France, for a month.

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FVSU Alumni Receive National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship

CDEP Scholars Brown and Ofori Selected for Competitive Fellowships

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University of Georgia Next Generation Agriculture project wins $1M NSF Engines Development Award

Collaboration with Fort Valley State & multiple partners aims to spark ‘Ag 4.0’ in Georgia

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FVSU Student Recognized by Board of Regents for Scholastic Achievements

The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia honored students from each of the system’s 26 public colleges and universities during its annual Academic Recognition Day.

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Earthshattering Success: Graduate Survives Earthquake in Haiti Now Ready to Pursue Ph.D. at UGA

Though most students face hardships during their academic journey, Marie Delcy’s story of overcoming is remarkable.

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Cadet Battalion Commander Commits to US Army

Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Darius Johnson is a Business major but found himself looking for more.

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Pretty Educated: Mental Health Counseling Graduate Wants You to Look and Feel Good

Ashley Lee Peeples is a wife, mother, entrepreneur, and scholar. As a makeup artist and clinical mental health professional, she understands the importance of looking and feeling good.

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FVSU Receives Approval from the Georgia Board of Nursing to Begin Nursing Program

Program slated to begin in Fall 2023

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Fort Valley State University Selected by Amazon as an Education Partner for Career Choice Program

Amazon’s Career Choice program provides pre-paid tuition to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere

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FVSU President Paul Jones Appointed to USDA/1890 Task Force

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) President Paul Jones, Ph.D., has been appointed and will serve as co-chair of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)/1890 Task Force by Secretary of Agr

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Fort Valley State University Receives Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Grant for Be the Sober One Campaign

The campaign exemplifies FVSU’s Gold Standard in student leadership

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FVSU Names Thomas W. Dortch Jr. Ballroom in Bishop Hall

Ballroom named after Thomas W. Dortch Jr.’72

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Graduate Student Major Grier Goes Above and Beyond

During her enrollment through the clinical mental health counseling graduate program, Major Tatotshia Grier, a Lieutenant, Captain, Interim Captain, and Interim Chief within FVSU’s Campus Safety Depar

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Pushing Forward While Student Teaching from a Wheelchair

Teaching in a wheelchair can be exceedingly tricky. However, this does not mean giving up on the dream of becoming an educator, especially during teacher shortages. Teachers with disabilities face cha

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Fort Valley State University senior Te’Mecia Tarver will earn an agricultural engineering technology degree

The 22-year-old Wildcat is earning her bachelor’s degree in agricultural engineering technology on Dec. 10. However, her first career choice was architecture until she learned about Fort Valley State

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Fort Valley State University student returns to receive her degree

Faith Nicole Fantroy, a native of Montgomery, Alabama, will receive her bachelor’s degree during Fort Valley State University’s Fall 2022 Commencement Ceremony on Dec. 10.

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FVSU Announces Fall 2022 Commencement Speaker

President and CEO of Atrium Health Navicent Delvecchio S. Finley will be the featured speaker for Fort Valley State University’s fall 2022 commencement, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022.

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FVSU Hosts Campus Memorial for Alumna LouAnn Gross

Fort Valley State University is saddened to announce the passing of LouAnn Gross, immediate past president of the FVSU National Alumni Association, Inc., on Wednesday, November 9, 2022. She was 65.

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Fort Valley State University Signs Agreement to Partner with Utah State University

Fort Valley State University and Utah State University signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) establishing a framework for the two land-grant institutions to collaborate and cooperate on activitie

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Project funded will diversify the number of graduates with STEM degrees, particularly in mathematics

The project aims to recruit, mentor and award scholarships to a minimum of 30 academically talented minority and female students and mentor 120 ninth through twelfth-grade students in STEM through FVS

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FVSU President Paul Jones Joins Alumnus Thomas Dortch Jr. Today in Closing Bell Ceremony at NYSE

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) President Paul Jones, Ph.D., will join the chairman of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc.,

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Biotechnology graduate student Amber Davenport’s love for science is centered on helping people.

Fort Valley State University graduate student Amber Davenport is surpassing goals and making a name for herself in the science world.

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Dr. Wright Jones to Serve as FVSU Homecoming Parade Grand Marshall

FVSU alumnus Dr. Wright Jones, an internationally renowned plastic surgeon, has been named the 2022 Homecoming Parade Grand Marshal.

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FVSU Awarded More than $1 Million to Increase STEM Enrollment

Project funded will diversify the number of graduates with STEM degrees, particularly in mathematics

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U.S. News and World Report Ranks FVSU as Top Public Regional University in the South for Social Mobility

Maintains Position as Top Public HBCU in Georgia for Fifth Consecutive Year

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Workshop Exposes Students to CRISPR-Based Gene Editing, Other Molecular Biology Tools

Six students studying plant science-biotechnology and biology at Fort Valley State University participated in a CRISPR-based summer workshop to learn more about DNA sequences and molecular biology tec

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FVSU Announces New Chief Information Officer

Ndidi Akuta brings extensive knowledge in information technology and cybersecurity

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Wright Appointed Interim VP for Advancement

Wright has more than 30 years experience in fundraising, networking, and client cultivation

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FVSU Announces Interim Director of Athletics

Brown brings extensive background in athletic operations

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FVSU Announces New Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

Howari comes to FVSU from Zayed University

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Chancellor Sonny Perdue Tours FVSU

Senior leaders served as guides, including state-of-the-art agricultural research facilities

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FVSU announces the departure of Dr. Anthony Holloman

Holloman named 11th commissioner of Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

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FVSU Announces New Executive Director of Marketing and Communications

Award-winning appointee brings diverse background in PR, branding and marketing

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FVSU students named 2022 HBCU Scholars for White House Initiative

HBCU Scholars will serve as ambassadors of the White House Initiative on HBCUs

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FVSU biotechnology students to conduct research at major universities

These young scientists will spend 9-10 weeks conducting independent research projects in plant biotechnology and genomics.

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FVSU graduate and her father featured on NBC News

Tamia Clark received her first salute from her father, Army Sergeant Major Mark Clark.

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FVSU Launches New Master of Social Work Program

Classes start in spring 2023.

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FVSU on compressed summer workweek May 16 - Aug. 4

Exceptions include departments that are needed to maintain essential campus services

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Graduation Story: Reaching that happy place

Audree'Auna Morris-Garrett graduated with a plant science-biotechnology degree on May 14.

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Graduation Story: Alabama native receives food and nutrition degree from FVSU

Dartavious Pearson graduated from Fort Valley State University May 14, with a degree in food and nutrition.

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Austell native earns animal science degree from Fort Valley State University

Jennifer Vazquez, a native of Austell, Ga., graduated from FVSU with a degree in animal science

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New Campus Chief of Police to be sworn in during ceremony

The ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. at C.W. Pettigrew on the university's campus.

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FVSU Campus Police Investigating Shooting

Injured student was transported to a local hospital

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FVSU President Names New Campus Police Chief

Fletcher comes to FVSU from Southern Crescent Technical College in Griffin, Ga.

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Statesman, Philanthropist and FVSU Alumnus Calvin Smyre to address students

The 1970 FVSU graduate has lived a life of public service, including as a trustee on FVSU's Foundation Board

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The Life & Legacy of FVSU Alum Rayfield Wright

Wright was a standout athlete at FVSU in basketball and football before graduating in 1967

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FVSU Alum Rep. Calvin Symre wraps up 48 years in office

Rep. Calvin Smyre to go down in history having served more consecutive years in office than any other lawmaker

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Be The One Sober Campaign

FVSU students take part in campaign for sober awareness

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FVSU student honored by USG during Academic Recognition Day

Board of Regents recognizes Tamia Brown for scholastic achievement

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Student Government Association Dreams Big

Teamwork and servant-leadership are guiding principles for these FVSU student leaders

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CAMPUS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY ALERT

Campus lockdown lifted following bomb threat. All clear given.

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FVSU Announces Historic Launch of Men's Volleyball Team

Inaugural team is part of nationwide initiative to increase diversity within the sport

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FVSU Names Wilson as New Chief Human Resources Officer

HR leader brings years of experience from Georgia Southwestern State University

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Undergraduates benefit from mentored research

FVSU students enhance research skills as first-ever Valley Scholars

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FVSU Collaborates with GCSU to Strengthen Rural Communities

Partnership to focus on research, outreach, and educational cooperation in support of farmers

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FVSU Mourns the Death of Student MiAysha Brannon

Brannon was a junior Veterinary Technician student from South Carolina

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Student-Athlete Turns Tough Times into Triumph

Zaquan Baldwin: Outstanding scholar and star athlete's road to redemption

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FVSU Receives $2.5 Million Anonymous Gift

Contribution from anonymous donor is the largest single gift in school history

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Dr. Crumbly Recognized with Special Commendation Award

SEG honors CDEP founder for career achievements in STEM

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FVSU Announces Fall 2021 Commencement Speaker

Chairman, President and CEO of Georgia Power, Christopher Womack to address students

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Professor Ibrahim Named to USG Executive Leadership Institute Class for 2021-2022

Class prepares faculty and staff for cabinet-level positions

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Greene Named Founding Director of Nursing at FVSU

Experienced nurse educator to lead university's newly approved BSN program

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Campus Update: Homecoming News

Parade Canceled; Game will continue with increased security

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Dr. Wright Jones to Serve as FVSU Homecoming Parade Grand Marshal

Alumnus and internationally renowned surgeon returns to campus to help celebrate homecoming

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FVSU Collaborates with Chevron and Fab Foundation to Launch a Fab Lab in Middle Georgia

Lab to serve as a place to promote and foster STEM Education

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FVSU Recognized as a Top School for Online Counseling Degree Program

EduMed.org names Online Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling one of the most affordable in the nation

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Sophomore Completes Virtual Internship Focused on Farmers and Food Production

Naomi Becks, a food and nutrition major interns with American Farmland Trust

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Hancock Named Interim Assistant Vice President for Online Learning and Faculty Affairs

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Fontenot Named FVSU Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs

Interim provost takes on permanent role at university

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FVSU Announces New VP of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management

New appointee brings track record of student retention success

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FVSU Ranked as Georgia's No. 1 Public HBCU for Fourth Consecutive Year

School moves up list for a top 10 spot among the best regional universities in the south for social mobility

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FVSU Receives $250,000 Anonymous Gift

Contribution from unnamed donor will be used for student scholarships as part of the university's Finish Line initiative

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FVSU Partners with Phoebe to Launch New Nursing Degree Program

Phoebe invests $240K in new education partnership with FVSU to address shortage of nurses in rural Georgia

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White House Names FVSU Student to the 2021 Cohort of HBCU Scholars

Political Science major Taylor Dorsey named to elite group of scholars

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FVSU Erases Nearly $250,000 in Student Debt

More than 200 students have debt cleared to a zero balance.

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Plant Science Students Get Career Head Start

Plant science-biotechnology majors participate in summer internships

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FVSU Contributes $141 million to the Georgia Economy

Study reveals USG schools had a total statewide economic impact of $18.6B in 2020

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Agricultural Sciences Chair Participates in Land-Grant Leadership Program

Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim earns LEAD21 program certificate for Class 16

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FVSU Appoints New Vice Provost of Academic Affairs

New Appointee Dr. Robert Dibie is an internationally recognized academic leader

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Farmers Learn How to Enhance Beef Production at FVSU Workshop

FVSU collaborates with UGA, AgriUnity, and Georgia Cattlemen's Association to train farmers.

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FVSU Names New Interim Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs

Dr. Olufunke Fontenot has nearly 40 years of experience in higher education

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Staying the Course

Three FVSU aspiring plant scientists persevere to fulfill their career vision

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Recent Grad Plans for Unstoppable Career in Vet Tech

Gabrielle Henderson pursues career dreams of caring for animals

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FVSU Names New Interim VP of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management

Dr. Maria Arvelo Lumpkin, interim appointee has more than 25 years of experience in higher education.

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FVSU Hosts U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and GA Elected Officials for Historic Debt Relief Plan Announcement

Georgia's socially disadvantaged farmers to receive $4 billion from USDA's American Rescue Plan.

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National Geographic Commits $50,000 to FVSU for Vet Tech Scholarship

Donation made in honor of alums and Critter-Fixers: Country Vets TV show stars

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Summer School Registration Open Now

Additional funding may be available for eligible students through PAWS program

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FVSU Mourns Faculty Emeritus Dr. John B. Dubriel

Services to be held on campus May 19 at Pettigrew Center Auditorium

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FVSU Joins National Educational Alliance to Address Equity Gaps in Higher Learning

In collaboration with other universities, FVSU is a founding partner of REP4

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FVSU Plant Science Students Conduct Interactive Gene Editing Research

The FVSU Center for Biotechnology recently hosted a four-day workshop on gene editing

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FVSU Expands COVID-19 Vaccination Access to Community

University to host drive-thru clinic open to the public and forms health equity taskforce

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FVSU and the Tubman African American Museum Announce Educational Partnership

Collaboration aims to create meaningful community engagement and educational opportunities

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FVSU Named One of the Best HBCUs in the Nation for 2021

University Ranked at Number 14 out of the Top 50 HBCUs

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FVSU Unveils New Campus Amphitheater and Announces First Endowed Professorship

Naming honor recognizes philanthropic legacy and life-long commitment to education of the Jones Family

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FVSU president honored with USU CHaSS Alumni Award

Dr. Jones and the other honorees received recognition as CHaSS Award recipients during a virtual event on March 24th.

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FVSU Partners with Grand Valley State University to Create STEM Career Pathways

FVSU students to earn advanced degrees in Engineering or Computer Science in as little as five years.

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On-Campus COVID-19 Vaccinations Available

FVSU administered nearly 100 vaccinations to students and faculty during first week

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FVSU Alumna becomes first African American woman to serve as district director of the FSA

The Brooks County native shares how she rose to this leadership role in agriculture

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FVSU Trains the Future Nanotechnology Workforce

FVSU aims to strengthen academic instruction in nanotechnology by developing a lab

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Actress Karan Kendrick joins FVSU as Visiting Professor

Actress instructs courses on documentary filmmaking and screenwriting.

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Counseling Degree Program Named Among the Best in the Nation

FVSU was highlighted as the most affordable quality program

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FVSU Expands Partnership with Rocket Mortgage and HomeFree-USA

Rocket Companies commit to hiring 10% of future interns from historically black colleges

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FVSU appoints new Executive Director of Marketing and Communications

The award-winning appointee comes with an extensive background in corporate communications

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FVSU Receives $250,000 Gift for Permanent Endowment Fund

Gift will provide financial aid grants to benefit students across various disciplines and majors.

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FVSU Campus Police Investigating Early-Morning Shooting

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Shirley Ellis Being Inducted into the National Black Radio Hall of Fame

Ellis called her induction one of the most significant recognition of her career.

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FVSU Joins JED Campus to Support Student Mental Health

program provides schools with a framework for supporting student mental health, as well as assessment tools

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FVSU Mourns Faculty Emeritus Dr. Ira Hicks

Dr. Hicks will lie in repose at Fort Valley State on Friday, Jan. 22 from noon - 4 p.m. in the Pettigrew Auditorium.

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MLK Day Message from President Paul Jones

Celebrating Dr. King's legacy should mean finding more ways to bring hope and healing to the masses.

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34th Annual Scholarship Luncheon Invitation

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FVSU Partners with Global HBCU Headquarters for Innovation

Students from participating schools will access Propel Center's online digital learning platform from anywhere

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SIAC ANNOUNCES UPDATED PLANS FOR 2020-21 WINTER AND SPRING SEASONS

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Halle Tukes earns animal science degree in three years

Graduate used dual enrollment program to accelerate her progress

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Southern Company gifts $145,000 in technology funds to FVSU

FVSU is one of six Georgia HBCUs to recently receive funding from the Georgia Power parent company

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FVSU hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony for joint military intelligence lab

FVSU hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 4 in the Blanchet Computer, Technology and Mathematics Building

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Replay: Fall 2020 Commencement

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Fall 2020 enrollment increases by nearly 8 percent, despite COVID-19

Hike defies a national trend where enrollment overall has been down

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FVSU and Robins Air Force Base enter into historic educational partnership

Partnership makes FVSU first HBCU to partner with Robins Air Force Base

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Fall 2020 Graduation Ticket Pick Up Information

Graduation tickets are available from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, in the Bursar's Office located in room 233 of the CV Troup Building on the main campus.

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Watch Founder's Day Convocation and Commemorative Ceremony

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Nooks "˜Comes Home' as New FVSU Alumni Relations Director

The Atlanta native most recently served as Senior Admissions Counselor at Stillman College

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Fort Valley State University to resume in-person graduation ceremonies

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Chevron donates $1.1 million to FVSU's STEM-focused CDEP program

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FVSU ranked 23rd in nation for Best Online Political Science Bachelor's Degree Program

FVSU is the only HBCU to make the top rankings

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Watch: President's Convocation

Watch Live on October 1st, 2020 at 10 A.M.

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FVSU retains spot as Georgia's No. 1 Public HBCU

FVSU also ranked in the Top 40 HBCUs nationally

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Junia J. Fambro Dining Center Ribbon Cutting

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FVSU alumna becomes first African American to earn doctorate in computer science from the University of Florida

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FVSU's Dr. Anthony Holloman appointed to CASE's National Committee for Institutionally Related Foundations

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Two students on campus test positive for COVID-19 during screenings

Students are asymptomatic and in 14-day quarantine

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FVSU to Benefit from $1 Million Contribution to UNCF in Honor of FVSU Alumni Calvin Smyre "˜70

Fort Valley State University President Dr. Paul Jones congratulates FVSU alumni Calvin Smyre "˜70 for the distinction of Synovus contributing $1 million to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) in his honor.

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FVSU professor highly sought for scholarly publications and academic appointments

Dr. Komanduri Murty most recently named Editor-in-Chief of Education and Social Science (ESS) Journal

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Continuing Education Offers Opportunities to Advance Amidst COVID-19

Program provides a perfect blend of resources and certification offerings

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Protect Yourself and Others

FVSU needs everyone to do their part to keep our campus communities and visitors safe.

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FVSU and & CSHLRA partner to support Renaissance Park

MOU signed during today's ribbon-cutting ceremony

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FVSU Homecoming 2020 Suspended Due to COVID-19

"Homecoming in the Valley" was scheduled for Oct. 18-24

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FVSU 2020 Fall Sports Suspended with Possible Spring 2021 Season

Fall Sports include, football, cross-country and volleyball.

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FVSU shifts postponed commencement ceremony online

Passage of time not enough to offset ongoing threat from COVID-19

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FVSU's Alexander Lowe chosen as an HBCU Competitiveness Scholar

Lowe was one of 44 students from 33 historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs)

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FVSU offers two new online programs to train professional school counselors

Ed.S. with a major in School Counselor Education will be offered online during fall 2020

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FVSU & Southern Crescent pen agreement

All transferable courses must have at least a 'C' average to be eligible

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Georgia's Public HBCUs: Standing United

As the presidents of Georgia's publicly supported historically black colleges and universities we present the following statement.

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Wildcats Alum Poole Nominated for 2021 NFF & College Football Hall of Fame Class

Fort Valley State football alum Tyrone Poole has been nominated for the 2021 ballot of the National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame Divisional Ranks players.

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Employee "Return to Campus" Updates

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FVSU announces campus reopening for fall 2020 semester

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FVSU Workplace Health and Safety Group Announces "Safe Return" Protocols

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New Wildcat Steps Up to Serve During Unrest

Youth calls for unity and peaceful protests

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FVSU President Paul Jones' June 1, 2020 Town Hall Remarks

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Virtual Admitted Students Day

Join us online Wednesday, May 20th at 4:00 p.m. (EST) for a Virtual Admitted Student Day presentation.

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Replay: #ShowMeYourWalk HBCU Edition

2020 HBCU grads: let's celebrate! Join us for a livestream event featuring an all-star lineup of speakers and musical guests. Press play to watch the live event.

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FVSU Mourns Harriet Barfield Black, 1st FVSC Graduate

Prior to her death, Black became widely known around campus for having made a gift to FVSU every year since 1941.

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Board of Regents approves no tuition increase for 2020-2021 academic year

Students will pay the same tuition rates at all 26 USG institutions for the 2020-2021 academic year as they do now for the current 2019-2020 academic year.

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Gordon signs Transfer Admission Guarantee with FVSU

Highlander to Wildcat Program Set for Fall 2020

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ACT and SAT scores not required for FVSU applicants for 2020 Summer and Fall 2020

The change is only applicable for the Summer 2020 and Fall 2020 terms.

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Message from FVSU's President Regarding COVID-19

Fort Valley State University President Paul Jones delivers a message to the FVSU community on (COVID-19).

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FVSU Announces 1890 Scholarship Program

The USDA awarded FVSU $2.25 million. The FVSU 1890 Scholarship Program (1890SP) will provide financial assistance to freshmen and transfer students of up to $8,120 per academic year.

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Donate to the Student Emergency Assistance Fund

Help support our students with a gift to the Student Emergency Assistance Fund.

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STEM conference enhances students' science skills

FVSU STEM scholars recently attended the Emerging Researchers National Conference

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Spring 2020 Commencement Postponed

New commencement date set for August 8, 2020

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FVSU shifts to online instruction for remainder of Spring 2020 semester

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FVSU 4-H'er wins national award for Agriculture

Fort Valley State University 4-H'er Janya Green is the recipient of the 2020 4-H Youth in Action Pillar Award for Agriculture.

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Coronavirus

Updates and instructions on steps to take regarding the virus in our ongoing efforts to prevent or mitigate the spread of the virus in our campus and community.

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Message from President Paul Jones on the Temporary Suspension of Classes

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Prestigious Zell Miller Award bestowed on FVSU Alumnus Calvin Smyre

Smyre, a 1970 Fort Valley State University alum, has served in Georgia's legislature for nearly 46 years.

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Dr. Ralph Noble receives the 2020 Thomas Monroe Campbell Leadership Award

FVSU College of Agriculture dean receives the 2020 Thomas Monroe Campbell Leadership Award from Tuskegee University

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Funeral Services Announced for FVSU Student Anitra Gunn

Institutional flags on all campuses are being flown at half-staff until sunset on March 1 in Anitra's memory

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Michelle Martin named FVSU's new Vice President for Business & Finance

Martin brings nearly 23 years of experience in business operations, financial services, accounting, budgeting and technology.

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Harris Selected 2019 Don Hansen All-Super Region Two Defensive Player of the Year, Five Other Wildcats Earned Honors

Fort Valley State's Demetrius Harris was selected as the 2019 Don Hansen All-Super Region Two Defensive Player of the Year.

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President Paul Jones named to national Top 10 Most Dominant Leaders List

Those chosen for the "Ten Most Dominant HBCU Leaders of 2020" list were noted for their influence and ability to move their institutions forward.

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Fort Valley State University names new head football coach

Maurice Flowers is a 20-year CIAA, SIAC and SWAC veteran coach with a record of dominant gridiron offensive play

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Farmers learn new techniques and receive honors in Albany

More than 33 farmers recently received certificates and medals for successfully completing the Simplified Record Keeping Course at the Small Farmers Training Conference and Public Listening Session in Albany, Georgia.

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Farmers learn new techniques and receive honors in Albany

Farmers, ranchers and veterans recently traveled to Albany to participate in a program sponsored by Fort Valley State University’s Cooperative Extension Program.

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Ag Economic Graduate Turns Internship into Full-Time Job Offer

Agricultural Economics major Donneea Campell said when she first visited Fort Valley State University as a high school student, it was love at first sight.

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ICYMI: Replay the 2019 Fall Commencement

Fort Valley State University graduates were urged to be change agents and leaders at the 9:30 a.m. commencement ceremony Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019 at the Health and Education Complex.

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FVSU fall 2019 graduates urged to be resilient and willing to take risks when pursuing future goals

Microsoft executive Fred Humphries, the keynote speaker, told the 239 graduates they should have a spirit of resilience in how they deal with uncertainty in life beyond Fort Valley State.

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FVSU's Quarterback Excels On And Off The Field

Pensacola native excelled during the past three years in his role as an athlete, role model and leader.

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FVSU Graduate Finishes Degree 26 Years Later

Cherryl A. Williams-Smith said it has been quite a long journey to receive her Fort Valley State University degree. On Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019, Williams-Smith will be one of approximately 239 graduates at the fall 2019 commencement.

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FVSU student often behind the camera shares his experience

During the commencement season at Fort Valley State University, Michael Gregory is always busy. You can find him at one of FVSU's landmarks.

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Graduating Senior Soars at FVSU Following a Twist of Fate

Thomas will be one of approximately 239 students awarded degrees at the fall commencement ceremony.

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FVSU Ranks Among Top Counseling Degree Programs in the U.S.

Student-focused publication releases the best programs for 2020 on Intelligent.com.

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FVSU signs articulation agreement with Coastal Pines Technical College

Partnership seeks to address shortage of rural South Georgia educators

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FVSU announces Microsoft Executive Fred Humphries as fall commencement speaker

Tech giant's chief public policy advocate will address approximately 239 graduates on Dec. 14, 2019 at Health and Physical Education (HPE) Complex

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A new way to shake up harmful bacteria

Fort Valley State University researcher Dr. Ajit Mahapatra uses a sonicator to destroy bacteria in goat meat

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A new way to shake up harmful bacteria

An experimental group led by Dr. Ajit Mahapatra, an FVSU associate professor of food engineering, discovered that sonication can kill the E. coli (Escherichia coli) K12 strain in goat meat.

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Advanced technology boosts graduate students to see research "˜clearly'

An advanced imaging facility at Fort Valley State University is giving graduate students and faculty members the vision to look deeper at issues affecting agriculture and food production.

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University System of Georgia Launches Mental Health Task Force w/FVSU's Jacqueline Caskey-James

FVSU's Jacqueline Caskey - James, director of Student Counseling and Outreach Services was among 14 members appointed to the task force.

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Lending a hand with research on pest infestation in peanuts

Dr. George Mbata, chair of Fort Valley State University's Department of Biology, is giving Georgia peanut farmers a hand in reducing a harmful pest, the burrower bug.

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Lending a hand with research on pest infestation in peanuts

Peanut research at Fort Valley State University continues to aid Georgia farmers who face challenges controlling a pest that is damaging peanut crops.

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FVSU Master of Public Health Program CARES about serving others

Dr. Hamidah Sharif-Harris (pictured fourth from right), a Fort Valley State University assistant professor of public health, empowers her Master of Public Health students to serve others.

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Watch: Founder's Day Observance

Casey Bethel - the Founder's Day speaker - is a passionate educator, an accomplished scientist, and a mentor to students of all ages.

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FVSU Master of Public Health Program CARES about serving others

Battle's extensive experience in human resources and workforce development includes leadership at Pennsylvania State University and Georgia State University.

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Researchers target a destructive insect

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FVSU Master of Public Health Program CARES about serving others

On the path to become public health professionals, Fort Valley State University’s Master of Public Health students are using their skills to give back to Hurricane Dorian survivors.

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Fort Valley State University Announces Appointment of Tineke Battle as Chief Human Resources Officer

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Miss FVSU Tykerriah Moore, '20, Has All the Hallmarks of Becoming an Entrepreneur

Campus queen has also conducted research on entrepreneurship and presented it on the national level.

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Homecoming Saturday Update: Kickoff Moved Up to 12:30 p.m.

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FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY ESTABLISHES MEN'S VOLLEYBALL PROGRAM

Addition of fast-growing sport supported by a $150,000 gift from First Point Volleyball Foundation and USA Volleyball

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HOMECOMING WEEK 2019 SCHEDULE | October 13-19

Homecoming Gospel Concert, Kick-off, Comedy Show, Coronation, Parade, Step Show, student and alumni events, and more! See full schedule of events.

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HOMECOMING GAME: FVSU Wildcats vs. Morehouse College Maroon Tigers | October 19, 2 p.m.

Show your support for the Wildcats as they ride momentum from four back to back wins in their quest for a championship season!

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Researchers target a destructive insect

Fort Valley State University scientists Dr. George Mbata and Dr. Somashekhar Punnuri are researching a strategy to stop whitefly intruders from wreaking havoc in the southeastern United States.

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Fort Valley State University Announces the Appointment of Andrea Williams as Head Basketball Coach

"Coach A" immediately goes to work building a championship team.

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FVSU Signs Transfer Student Articulation Agreement With Valdosta's Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

Partnership provides a seamless process to help Wiregrass students transfer courses and receive credit towards an FVSU bachelor's degree.

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Preview FVSU Open House- October 12, 2019

FVSU welcomes high school juniors and seniors to learn about majors, financial aid, the admissions process, applying, tour campus and visit residence halls, and get the full FVSU experience.

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FVSU/JCPenney Suit-Up Event- Sunday, September 22

FVSU and JCPenney have partnered to host the first professional development event of its kind in Middle Georgia, with discounts up to 60% off for students building their professional wardrobe

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Senior Erica Holland Already an Experienced Toxicology Researcher

"In order to succeed, you must fail," motto drives star student to tackle tough real-world problems through science.

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"We have the talent of a championship team."

FVSU quarterbacks show depth at critical position

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Face Recognition Using an Innovative Bag of Features and Support Vector Machine Samples Using Comparison Microscopy

Student Research by Jordan Williams, '20, Computer Science Major, Loganville, GA

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Wildcat Football Season Tickets Holders Help Boost Team Toward Victory

Home Opener Against Miles College is September 7

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Biotechnology/ Plant Science Scholarships Available for New and Returning Students (through August 26)

$986,869 grant from National Science Foundation enables FVSU students to pursue cutting-edge major

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FVSU's Bachelor of Social Work Degree Program Receives Initial Accreditation Through 2023

University receives designation from the Council on Social Work Education Commission on Accreditation

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TakeOff: FVSU New Student Orientation

THE FIRST WEEK OF THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.

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Improving health through stevia research

Two Fort Valley State University researchers are investigating ways to remove the aftertaste

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FVSU Becomes First Georgia Partner of 5 Strong Scholarship Foundation through Agreement to Develop Atlanta-Area Students into Scholars and Leaders

Scholarship will help top scholars fulfill their potential for innovation and excellence at FVSU

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Rodesha Elam,'20, Selected as HBCU Competitiveness Scholar by White House Initiative on HBCUs

Media Studies Major Continues to Expand Her Leadership Profile

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DISCOVER FVSU TRAVELING OPEN HOUSE: FVSU COMES TO YOU!

Register Today! South Atlanta: December 7

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ALUMNA AND ENTREPRENEUR COURTNEY MONTFORD, '16, IS PICTURING SUCCESS

Atlanta-based owner of 22 Production is turning heads with her photography

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Alumna Anastasia Talton, '06, is Helping to Change the Digital World

Facebook recruiter helps bring diverse employees and veterans onto the team

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Tommy McMullins, "˜64 and Gwendolyn McMullins, '65 Make Travel Fantasies Come True

Alumni owners of Fantasy Travel take groups of tourists all over the world

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Alumnus Milton Miller, '97 Is Designing the Future

Upscale interior designer is making waves in Atlanta

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FVSU Helps Fuel the STEM Pipeline

National Science Foundation Grant Helps Provide Resources for Talented Students

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Fort Valley State University and Georgia Power Announce Solar Initiative

107-acre solar farm will serve as a living laboratory

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College of Agriculture students recognized at annual awards banquet

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Stepfather and Stepson Graduate Together

For Lawrence Walthour and Ka'Jeem Grant-Logan, the term "FVSU Family" has another level to it.

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30 Years After He Started, FVSU Graduate Larry Sutton Proves It's Never Too Late

FVSU's oldest graduate was part of the 80s legendary championship football teams

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Graduating Senior Adelia McKinley Is What Achievement Looks Like

"Don't be comfortable, ever," the superstar scholar said.

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Father Sacrifices Own Graduation to Salute Soon-To-Be Commissioned Daughter at Hers

Retired Army Sgt. Roberto Valentin Could Not Be Prouder that Daughter Keila Outen is Following in His Footsteps of Service

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Graduating Senior Yannic Frances, "˜19, Puts the Pieces Together

Student maximizes internship at Robins Air Force Base to earn supply chain management experience

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FVSU Helped Valedictorian Maya Kedem Become More "Comfortable In Her Own Skin"

Anchorage, Alaska native has found a home thousands of miles away

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FVSU ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF DR. RALPH C. NOBLE AS DEAN OF THE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, FAMILY SCIENCES, AND TECHNOLOGY

New dean will continue college's enrollment growth, research leadership, and academic program expansion

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FVSU and Central Georgia Technical College Sign Articulation Agreement To Expedite Transfer of CGTC Associate Degree Earners Into FVSU

"Fort Valley State University looks forward to welcoming the well-prepared graduates of Central Georgia Technical College into the FVSU family," said Dr. Paul Jones

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Fort Valley State University and the National College Resources Foundation Launch Partnership To Bring Top Students To Georgia Through $2 Million Searchlight Scholars Initiative

President Jones: "Fort Valley State University has the unique ability to both challenge and nurture talented students by pushing them past their preconceived boundaries."

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College of Agriculture students take home research awards

Four FVSU students win second and third place awards at Association of 1890 Research Directors (ARD) 19th Biennial Research Symposium

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CHAMPIONS! FVSU Students Win the First Inventure Prize Entrepreneurship Competition

FVSU team defeats nineteen competing teams from major colleges and universities across the State Of Georgia in the competition sponsored by the Georgia Chamber of Commerce

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SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE SONNY PERDUE, U.S. SEN. DAVID PERDUE, CONGRESSMAN SANFORD BISHOP AND LEGISLATIVE LEADERS HEADLINE LEGISLATIVE FORUM

Senator David Perdue, Rep. Sanford Bishop, and state legislators discuss the 2018 Farm Bill and other priorities in education, agriculture, and sustainability at the "Ham and Egg" Breakfast

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More Than $2 Million in Grants Power Groundbreaking Student Counseling and Outreach Services

Outreach Director Alvin Lindsey enhances the physical, emotional, and mental health of students and the community

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Putting Others on the STEM Career Path

Mathematics major Alexander Lowe is helping to expose overlooked communities to future-focused careers

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Beyond Social Justice

FVSU professor Dr. Kimberly Nelson is chosen to write book chapter on teaching cultural competency through the lens of restorative justice

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REDUCING POISONING

Junior Jesus Cedillo's research may help early detection of poison in common drinks

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Changing the game with gene editing

A 21st century technology that allows scientists to modify an organism’s DNA could be the future roadmap for treating health ailments in humans and animals, including increasing food production.

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Miss FVSU Tanzania Walker's Royal Expectations

Top student ambassador wants everyone to know the FVSU she loves

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FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY RECEIVES $50,000 INSTALLMENT OF $100,000 PLEDGE FROM ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.

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Dr. Celia Dodd's National Science Foundation toxicology grant enhances FVSU's student research

Associate professor continues to expand horizons for FVSU students

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FVSU's Rose-Ann Gillespie, '06, '08 selected president-elect of the Southeastern Branch of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science

National leader helps students excel in FVSU's unique veterinary technology program

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Senior Taylor Lee is Achieving Success Molecule by Molecule

FVSU Chapter of the National Council of Negro Women president excels in service and scholarship

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Former Football Captain Devonté West, '18, is Taking Lessons from the Field to Corporate America

Recent graduate is tackling the accounting and finance field.

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Dr. Xiangyan Zeng and FVSU Students Use Artificial Intelligence to Improve Military Satellites

Research focuses on improving hyperspectral imaging

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Leading the Sustainability Conversation

FVSU workshop addresses the need to conserve water

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iHelp: New program is developing community leaders and polishing emerging professionals

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Unifying the Student Body

SGA President Idalis Forté and Vice President Donneea Campbell are at war with the status quo

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Leading the way in agriculture

Senior Adelia McKinley awarded $2,500 Justin Smith Morrill Scholarship

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FVSU Celebrates the Life of Legendary Coach Leon J.

Georgia Sports Hall of Famer led Wildcats to Four Conference Championships

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STATEMENT BY FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY ON THE FARM BILL CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORT

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Detective Kristy Dassow Earned Top Honors While Fully Engaged in Law Enforcement Career

Online, long-distance learning was made more fulfilling through the support of faculty

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Alumnus Kaleb Smith Developed Smart Technology at FVSU

Major accomplishments include the publishing of his research on machinery and presentations at major conferences

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Alumna Iannah James-Smith Designs Her Own Path

Media studies major is already an emerging design leader in Georgia

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FVSU Student Researchers Shine "Brilliantly" on an International Stage

MPH Candidate Sherrondria Buchanan and Biology Major Josie Williams present research on sleep deprivation and broadening STEM participation at the 48th Annual Society for Neuroscience Conference in San Diego, CA

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REPLAY: WATCH FALL 2018 COMMENCEMENT

Commencement Speaker for the December 15 event is Operation Hope CEO John Hope Bryant

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Master's Candidate Pache Moore Makes Trust a Priority

Teacher reciprocates the engagement FVSU faculty exemplifies

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CDEP Scholar Diamond Clay is Ahead of the Game

Biology major used dual enrollment as a springboard to success at FVSU

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Real Wildcats Vote. It's Our Legacy

Alumnus Austin Thomas Walden helped ensure voting rights for all Georgians

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FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY CONTINUES ENROLLMENT GROWTH TREND

Full-time Equivalent Student Growth Up 1.9% for Fall 2018

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FVSU NAMES THE ACADEMIC CLASSROOM AND LAB BUILDING FOR EDUCATOR AND PHILANTHROPIST ANNE RICHARDSON GAYLES-FELTON, ED.D.

Distinguished Alumna's Contributions to Education Include $600k in Gifts to FVSU

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FVSUNITED: HOMECOMING 2018 President's Message

President Paul Jones welcomes Wildcats home

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FVSUNITED: HOMECOMING 2018 Schedule

Celebrate the Wildcat Spirit October 14-21. Get a full schedule of public, student, and alumni events here.

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Seeing the Big Picture Through Drone Technology

Dr. Archie Williams helps Georgia farmers see agriculture from a higher level

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Setting the tone as agricultural visionaries

Freshman Global Scholars already looking toward research opportunities

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FVSUNITED: HOMECOMING 2018

Get ready for the convergence of Wildcat Nation. Events: October 14-21. Gameday: October 20 vs. Lenoir-Rhyne Bears

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REGISTER FOR WILDCAT WELCOME OPEN HOUSE, SATURDAY, MARCH 23

Meet faculty, tour campus, and talk with current students.

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Fort Valley State University Program Ranked Top Affordable Online Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling

FVSU repeats Best Counseling Degree's #1 ranking

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Master's Degree Candidate Sharkethia Johnson is Changing the World as Both a Teacher and a Student

Elementary and Secondary Special Education Graduate Student is on a mission to make a difference.

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Wildcats Football Aims for Second Win Sunday, Face Tigers

Completing their four-game season-opening road swing, the Wildcats see another tough matchup this Sunday.

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Food Safety Breakthroughs Pioneered at FVSU Could Help Improve Health and Spur Economic Growth

Research by Dr. Ajit Mahapatra's team of researchers featured nationally in IFTNext Newsletter

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Wildcats Claw Past Miles College Golden Bears on Late TD Pass

FVSU Beats Miles College 21-19 in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference football opener

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Wildcat Women's Volleyball Prevails in Five Sets over Rams

FVSU was too much for rival Albany State in Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference volleyball opener.

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FVSU Competitiveness Scholar Takes on Both Washington and Corporate America

Senior agricultural economics major Adelia McKinley is ready to make her voice heard on the national stage

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Brain Power: Dr. Felicia Jefferson Receives Federal Grant to Help Students Become Researchers

Congressman Bishop congratulates FVSU instructor, who is a national leader in neuroscience and empowers students to become researchers

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FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY RANKED #1 PUBLIC HISTORICALLY BLACK UNIVERSITY IN GEORGIA

The U.S. News "Best Colleges" List Ranks FVSU #18 Public HBCU Nationally

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Revolutionizing veterinary science

Pioneering use of synthetic canine at FVSU provides hands-on training for students

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FVSU Names Mark Sherrill Head Men's Basketball Coach

Hall of Fame coach brings decades of experience building championship teams and developing scholar-athletes

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Pushed Out of the Comfort Zone

Graduating Senior Cleveland Ivey is out to save the ecosystem, one fungus at a time

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Wildcats Ready to Pounce on the Rattlers this Saturday

FVSU ready for another championship season

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FVSU Awarded $470,000 to Enhance Preservation of the Historic LeRoy Bywaters Building

Grant will be used primarily for infrastructure enhancements

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Internship brings former drum major closer to music-producing goals

Graduating senior Taheerah Hansen spent her summer learning the music business from the bottom up

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FVSU Students are "Tied to Greatness"

Empowerment begins with mastering the fundamentals of professional development and positive self-image

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First Global Innovators Leap Onto the FVSU Stage

University leadership shows support for the future trailblazers, recipients of $42,500+ scholarships including study abroad, research, and entrepreneurship opportunities

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FVSU Named #8 "Top College with Tuition Under $20,000"

FVSU is the only historically black university on College Raptor's list and the second highest-ranked Georgia school

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FVSU NAMES DR. REBECCA MCMULLEN DEAN OF THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

Recruitment and collaboration are among top goals

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SGA President Idalis Forte: Already at work pushing students to reach the next level

The Atlanta native brings drive and relentlessness to her role as the top student body representative

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Bringing High-Value Farming to Georgia's "Black Belt"

Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim is helping small farmers diversify crop production and increase profitability

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FVSU NAMES DR. GREGORY FORD DEAN OF THE COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

Scholar and researcher has led transformations in educational programming and technology integration

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TakeOff: FVSU New Student Orientation- August 13-18, 2018

Learn more about the week of events that immerses new students in the Wildcat Experience.

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FVSU Alumnus Ralph Paige, '67, Left Irreplaceable Legacy in Civil Rights, Agriculture, and Entrepreneurship

Called the "Champion of Black Farmers" by the New York Times, Paige helped secure more than $2 billion in the largest successful discrimination lawsuit against the federal government

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Legendary Journalist Ed Gordon Named FVSU Visiting Lecturer

Pioneering news anchor, who made history as host of BET News, will lead "Master Classes" and provide unmatched insight into multi-media content creation and how to navigate the changing industry

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Thinking nanoscale: FVSU researcher uses technology and training to help students and farmers

Dr. Hari Singh's nanotechnology laboratory advances global food sustainability and environmental solutions

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Thinking nanoscale: FVSU researcher uses training to help students, farmers

An 1890 Capacity Building Grant is helping Fort Valley State University researcher Dr. Hari Singh implement nanotechnology in the classroom and in the field.

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Vice President for Advancement Anthony Holloman Named Interim Athletics Director

Fundraising and athletics alignment will enhance program quality and student success

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Full Speed Ahead: Accreditation Warning Lifted from Fort Valley State University

SACSCOC's June 2018 action helps fuel the university's evolution into the "college of the future"

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Police Chief Anita Allen Talks Safety, Trust, and Student-Centered Policing

Allen highlights the importance of training, transparency, being responsive to student concerns, and involving them proactively in safety

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FVSU Names Dexter Odom, CPA, Vice President for Business and Finance

Fort Valley State announced the appointment of Dexter I. Odom as the university's vice president for business and finance and chief business officer.

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Stepping to the challenge: FVSU family and consumer sciences student first to receive new scholarship

Junior MeaLenea Homer has a passion for the healing power of food

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Alumni Highlight: Major General Jerome Johnson, '73

FVSU Alumnus helped win wars as a military innovator

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Alumni Highlight: Dr. Genevieve M. Knight, '61

Alumna helped transform mathematics education

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FVSU Highlight: Josiah Phelps, '49

Alumnus blazed trails to the Georgia Agricultural Education Hall of Fame

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Alumni Highlight: Otis Samuel O'Neal, '1908

Otis Samuel O'Neal graduated from Fort Valley High and Industrial School in 1908. As the Negro County Agent for Houston and Peach County, Otis S.

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Alumni Spotlight: Therman McKenzie, '70, and Cornell McBride

Classmates revolutionized the hair care industry

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Alumni Profile: Willie Lee Talton

GA's first black Republican legislator since Reconstruction

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Alumni Profile: Dr. Horace Tate

Transformed education and politics in Georgia

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Alumni Highlight: Greg Lloyd, '87

Alumnus and Former Pittsburgh Steeler is Now a Black College Hall of Famer

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Alumni Highlight: Dr. John Wesley Blassingame, '60

Alumnus and Yale Scholar rewrote history--literally

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Alumni Highlight: Thomas W. Dortch, '72

Alumnus is national chairman of 100 Black Men and founder of the Black College Alumni Hall of Fame

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Anita F. Allen Named FVSU Chief of Police

Albany State University Police Captain will help FVSU enhance student-centered campus safety

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FVSU Foundation Recognizes Twelve $100,000+ Donors and Other Contributors to Cap Record-Breaking Fundraising Year

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Brains over Barriers: Co-valedictorian Mikirra Bullard couldn't be stopped by family drug abuse, poverty, and incarceration

"I just always had bigger dreams," the future physician says

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Mastering the Environment: Stand-out MPH graduate Vishal Singh tackles the tough environmental problems

India native is helping to make sense of the way the world works

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Persistence Pays Off: Simpkins Twins Overcome Adversity to Achieve Honors

FVSU Has Been a "Home Away from Home" for Darian-Ivey and Desiri-Ilana

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Wildcat Battalion Army ROTC Unit Becomes National Powerhouse Under Lt. Col. Oliver Walton

FVSU/Albany State unit beats all schools in Georgia and tops HBCUs nationally

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70-year-old graduate has highest grade point average in Social Work program

Bettye J. Burney credits faith, family support, and perseverance as she graduates with academic distinction

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Graduating Senior Criminal Justice Majors Leave Legacy Through Bike Patrol

Students have worked to bridge gap between Campus Police and students

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Fulbright scholar visits FVSU

Dr. Md. Tofazzal Islam visited campus to discuss sustainability

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Fulbright scholar visits FVSU

A biotechnologist who specializes in molecular plant-pathogen interactions recently spent time presenting his research on Fort Valley State University’s campus.

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Emerging Geniuses

So smart, its scary. Student researchers tackle diseases, illnesses, education, substance abuse, social media, and more

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Emerging Genius: Cleveland Ivey

Watch: Senior Cleveland Ivey discusses his research into protecting important crops from pests. So smart it's scary. Plus, other emerging geniuses.

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Emerging Genius: Xavia Taylor

Watch: Senior plant science major Xavia Taylor explains her research into stopping recurring diseases. So smart, it's scary.

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Emerging Genius: Jessica Shannon

Watch: Senior biology major Jessica Shannon shares her research into heartworms in dogs. So smart, it's scary. Plus, other emerging geniuses.

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Emerging Genius: Roshan Paswan

Watch: Master's candidate Roshan Paswan discusses his research into food safety. So smart, it's scary. Plus, other emerging geniuses.

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COMMENCEMENT 2018: SUPER BOWL CHAMPION TYRONE POOLE GRADUATES AND OTHER DETAILS

FVSU Commencement is May 5, 2018

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FVSU graduate students investigate the versatility of a 'royal' plant

Students conducting groundbreaking research into fast tree growth

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FVSU graduate students investigate the versatility of a 'royal' plant

Fort Valley State University graduate students explore the potential uses of the paulownia tree.

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FVSU AND ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE ENTER INTO PARTNERSHIP TO ENHANCE SUPPLY CHAIN LOGISTICS CAREERS

Memorandum of Understanding Improves Cooperation in Education and Workforce Development

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Alumni Highlight: Barbara Williams, 71

Alumna mayor crushed gender stereotypes in music, education, and politics

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Alumni Spotlight: Catherine Hardy Lavender, '52

Olympian alumna earned a gold medal and helped set a world record

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People, Passion, Pursuit

Alumnus Ghangela Jones shares her story of Peace Corps volunteering in Cameroon

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Register for Summer School Today

Year-round Pell Grants now available. Your summer just got hotter.

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Alumni Spotlight: Calvin Smyre, '70

Longest-serving member of the Georgia State Legislature

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Alumni Spotlight: Austin Thomas Walden, '1902

Georgia's first black judge and a civil and voting rights pioneer

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Alumni Spotlight: Edith Ingram Grant, '63

Georgia's first black female judge

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Alumni Spotlight: Howard Nathaniel Lee, '59

First African-American ever generally elected to lead a majority white city in the South

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Alumni Spotlight: Jo Ann Gibson Robinson, '47

Visionary behind the Montgomery Bus Boycott

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Alumni Spotlight: William Alexander, '54

Forced desegregation of restaurants in Georgia

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Fort Valley State University Ranked Best Online School Offering a Master's Degree in Counseling

FVSU Earns #1 Spot in 2018 Most Affordable and Best Online Colleges Programs Listing for Graduate Counseling Programs

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First Recipients of $40,000+ FVSU Global Innovators Scholarships Include Future Change Agents in Science, Mathematics, Education, and Entrepreneurship

Scholarship includes funding for academic expenses, study abroad, and a "passion project"

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Dr. Krystal Conner, '99, Rocks the C-Suite as CEO of Enviro AgScience

FVSU alumna explains the not-so-secret secrets to success

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TONIGHT! ANGELA RYE SPEAKS AT FVSU. 7:00 P.M.

The popular political strategist, CNN commentator, and activist will discuss "Activism in Action" on March 27 in Pettigrew Auditorium

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Superior Court Judge Verda Colvin Headlines First Things First Fundraiser

First Lady Sylvia Jones hosts annual event celebrating women, community and history on Monday, March 19, 2018

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Reviving a lost art

Alumnus Lillie Fowler Singleton, '75 takes quilting to the community

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Freshman pitcher Courtney Walker is SIAC Softball Player of the Week

Walker posted a .600 batting average (6-of-10) and six RBI to power FVSU's four-game win streak

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Graduating Senior DeNeshia Strawter is out to prove that excellence is a mindset

Big Dreams Come from Small Towns

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Charles Jones, J.D., director of corporate and government affairs, receives Justice Robert Benham Award for Community Service

Jones is one of 12 lawyers from across Georgia to be recognized for community and humanitarian services.

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TONIGHT: Acclaimed Journalist Roland Martin to headline Davison Lecture Series

Former Host of TV One's NewsOneNow will discuss "The Fight, the Funk, and the Faith of Black History"

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George C. Fraser, Keynote Speaker

George C. Fraser, Keynote Speaker for Black History Month Convocation

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FVSU Peace Corps Prep graduate makes history

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Plant science student earns outstanding presentation award

Fort Valley State University plant science major Courtney Lester recently took home an award for his presentation in molecular biological sciences at the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students.

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Former Wildcat Punter Marquette King Featured in NFL Documentary

King is NFL's only black punter and a record-setter

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"The Talk" Host Sheryl Underwood Brings a "House Party" to Fort Valley State University on Friday, Feb. 9

Nationally syndicated radio and television personality visits Fort Valley State University

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Faculty Member Dr. Komanduri Murty Receives International Editorial Appointment

Chair of the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences appointed to Journal of Law and Judicial System editorial board

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28 Facts: FVSU IS Black History

Our look at black history would not be complete if we didn’t highlight members of the FVSU family.

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Black History Month Events

Learn about events for students and the community celebrating African-American contributions to the nation.

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FVSU 2018 Football Schedule Debuts

The Wildcats 10 game schedule includes four home games including Florida Tech, five away games and the Fountain City Classic in Albany, Ga.

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FVSU Faculty Member Dr. Nirmal Joshee Receives Appointment as Vice President of American Council for Medicinally Active Plants

Joshee has been a trailblazer in medicinal plant research for 30 years

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Plant science student earns outstanding presentation award

FVSU senior Courtney Lester recently earned an award for outstanding presentation at the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS) in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Research Is Sweet at FVSU as Faculty Member Is Awarded $345,000 to Study Stevia

Dr. Bipul Biswas continues to innovate in the field of plant science

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New FVSU Global Innovators Scholarships Will Prepare Top Students for Worldwide Impact

$40,000+ scholarship includes funding for study abroad and creative, research, or entrepreneurship project

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FVSU Alumnus Led Cobb County to Greatness Over 24 Years

David Hankerson '73 retired as Cobb County manager earlier this year and is now director of civic and intergovernmental affairs for the Association for County Commissioners of Georgia.

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Never Too Late: Fall 2017 Graduate Has 33 Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren

At 73, Evelyn McCowen-Stevens is FVSU's oldest Fall 2017 graduate

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FVSU Graduate Uses Journey to Motivate Other Women

First generation college graduate Latifah Sharpe '17 has triumphed over adversity

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Persistence Pays Off for Fall FVSU Graduate Randy Goss, Jr.

Destined for law school, the former Marine Corps Reserve corporal is already a national leader in the Young Democrats

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FVSU Receives $50,000 Scholarship Grant from Coca-Cola Foundation and Thurgood Marshall College Fund

Renewable scholarship will help students persist to graduation

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Emily M. Dickens, J.D. Named Speaker for December 9 Fall Commencement

Dickens is Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Chief Relationship Officer for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund

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Growing things is just in his nature

1973 FVSU graduate manages Cobb county growth for more than 24 years.

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GOLD STANDARD: FVSU BIOTECH STUDENTS AND CHEMISTRY FACULTY MEMBER RECEIVE NATIONAL ROLE MODEL AWARDS

FVSU seniors Xavia Taylor and Cleveland Ivey and professor Dr. Dwayne Daniels honored by Minority Access Inc.

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FVSU Student Researcher Could Help Cure Brain Cancer Before High School Graduation

Watch and Read: Tejas Athni discusses his groundbreaking research during a TEDxPeachtree 2017 talk.

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FVSU Faculty Member Joins National Policy Board

Dr. Mark Latimore Jr. elected to serve as member of the Policy Board of Directors Board of Agriculture Assembly

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Alumni Giving Intensifies

Gifts of more than $1.2 million highlighted during Homecoming

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National Black Farmers Association Awards $5,000 Scholarships to FVSU Students

Cheerleading Captain Charisma Heath and SGA Secretary Adelia McKinley Are College of Agriculture, Family Sciences and Technology Scholars

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FVSU Awarded $1.16 Million Dept. of Education McNair Program Grant

Grant Will Support Graduate School Preparation

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FVSU students organize walk to support breast cancer awareness

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Students offer free professional headshots to honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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Junior Randall Barnes Represents FVSU in Washington as an HBCU All-Star

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FVSU Student Wins Congeniality Award in Miss Georgia USA Pageant

Keila Outen believes Americans can unite by appreciating the beauty in their differences

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Professor receives first Fulbright assignment in South Africa

Dr. Thomas Terrill helps people around the world feed their families and improve economic stability.

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Senior Canines Enjoy Their Golden Years With Help From FVSU

Dr. Oreta Samples and Ann Gillespie Will Administer Gray Muzzle Organization Grant

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SGA PRESIDENT NIAE TIBBS AND VICE PRESIDENT IDALIS FORTÉ WORKING TO INCREASE STUDENT ENGAGEMENT

Power duo works to link students with alumni, faculty, staff, and each other

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FVSU Alumni Spotlight: Brian Cornish

Watch the full interview with Cornish below.

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Fort Valley State University researcher contributes to genomic discovery

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Enterprise Risk Management Committee

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Ghana farmers receive help from Fort Valley State University expert

Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim, a Fort Valley State University associate professor of agricultural economics, visited northern Ghana summer 2017 to gather information on improving the country's cowpea industry.

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Homecoming 2017

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Largest Gift From An FVSU Alumnus Caps A Million Dollar Fundraising Summer

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Fort Valley State University student killed in accident; candlelight vigil planned Oct. 5

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Gospel concert and comedy show among planned Homecoming activities

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FVSU to offer out-of-state tuition waivers

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