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Francis
Eppes VII
Pioneering leader, Francis Eppes VII, grandson of President Thomas Jefferson, made his move from Virginia to Florida in 1829. More... |
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The
Beginning (1851-1905)
On January 24, 1851, the General Assembly of Florida passes an act to open two seminaries of learning. More... |
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Femina
Perfecta (1905-1947)
Florida State College for Women establishes itself as one of the most well respected women's liberal arts colleges in the country. More... |
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Co-education
Returns (1947-1959)
By legislative action the Florida State College for Women becomes the coeducational Florida State University on May 15, 1947. More... |
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A
Time of Change (1960's-1970's)
Transformations occur steadily at Florida State as the country undergoes major changes . More... |
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Coming
of Age (1980's-1990's)
Florida State University gains national and international recognition in academics, the arts and athletics. More... |
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2000
and Beyond
The Florida State University will open the first new medical school in the U.S. in over 20 years. More... |
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