"Lift Every Voice and Sing" was publicly performed first as a poem as part of a celebration of Lincoln's Birthday on February 12, 1900 by 500 schoolchildren at the segregated Stanton School.
Born in Kingston, Jamaica in 1983, Barrington Irving spent his childhood in inner-city Miami, where he and his friends found little opportunity or incentive to get off the dangerous streets and pursue a professional career.
WEBSITE MANAGEMENT
The Office of Public Affairs is responsible
for ensuring that the facts, information, and images displayed on the
University’s official website are current and representative of the
institution’s brand character. The Director of Public Affairs works alongside
the Webmaster in posting all accurate,
up-to-date data for all website visitors.
For more information on posting images and information, please contact Chad Dircks, Webmaster, at chad.dircks@fmuniv.edu.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
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many instances, the Office of Public Affairs is contacted to assist academic
departments in creating logos, programs, banners, posters and flyers for
special occasions. Call (305) 626-3624 to be referred to an appropriate graphic
designer for your desired requests.
The University was established by, and remains closely affiliated with, the Baptist Church. However, our motto, “Leadership, Character, and Service,” emphasizes Christian values. Strong moral character, mutual respect, freedom of worship, and a commitment to serve are the hallmarks of what it means to be a Florida Memorial Lion.
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ACCREDITATION: Florida Memorial University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools to award baccalaureates and master’s degrees. The University is also chartered by the State of Florida.
