FAMU will go on with FAMU Day @ Capitol

Budget cuts may have resulted in the cancellation of Florida State University and the University of Florida's day at the Capitol. However, this has not deterred Florida A&M University's celebrations.

Tola Thompson, director of governmental relations at FAMU, said they are still having FAMU Day at the Capitol because they are not FSU or UF.

"To be honest, given the numbers of graduates that FSU and UF have in the Legislature they never really have to have a day at the Capitol," Thompson said. "Everyday is their day."

FAMU has requested more than $23.7 million from the state to fund 14 projects. FAMU officials believe FAMU Day at the Capitol is an important event that can affect the amount of money the school receives next year.

If you go

Wednesday, March 19
. 9 am The FAMU team will meet outside Senate Office Building (westside), facing the Knott Building to begin making office visits. Visit packets and talking points will be distributed then.

. 9-1 pm FAMU Health Screenings
2nd Floor Rotunda
The Capitol
Screening conducted by: Allied Health, Nursing & Pharmacy

. 11:45am -1:30 pm Luncheon
Senate Portico (Eastside)
Remarks by President Ammons & Legislators
Performances by the FAMU Cheerleaders & Pep Band
(note: the luncheon is free and open to the general public)

Transportation/Parking
Parking at the Capitol is extremely limited. University employees,
students, and alumni are encouraged to use the free shuttle bus service
provided by FAMU. The first shuttle begins at 8:30 am and depart Lee Hall every 30 mins.



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