Mangum assured the crowd that her presidency would serve to
continue FAMU’s profound impact in these areas.
“I have set a course that is designed to make our University
‘A Brand that Matters in the 21st Century,’ with an increased focus on science,
technology, research, engineering, agriculture and mathematics. I call it
STREAM,” she said.
She also highlighted the access to educational opportunities the University continues to provide across the State of Florida, the nation and around the globe, including being recognized by the College Database for providing high-quality education at an affordable price, with graduates earning an average salary of $41,000.
Dr. Mangum also highlighted several of her key initiatives,
which have already begun to be implemented as a part of her 2014-15 strategic
plan. These include: increasing the University’s international presence,
implementing a new customer service enhancement initiative, establishing the
University’s Efficiency and Effectiveness Office, and launching the FAMU
Sustainability Institute.
“By working together, FAMU can one day stand alone as the
most regarded institution of higher learning in America, and the only school of
choice for America’s best and brightest students, faculty and staff,” she said.
“For this is a new day. This is our aim, and this is the fuel that we need to
finish the race.”