On Thursday, Florida Memorial University welcomed the class of 2026 to the pride! The “Elevating Minds, Transforming Lives” Convocation Ceremony was held in the FMU Wellness Center. More than 600 freshmen, FMU’s largest class in 15 years, listened to words of motivation from keynote speaker Freddie Figgers. Figgers is an inventor, computer programmer and entrepreneur,...Read More
It was an amazing finish at the Big Cat Classic! On Saturday, the FMU Lions clawed down the Edward Waters Tigers– taking the win 39 to 34 and earning Head Coach Bobby Rome his first career victory at FMU. More than 1,400 people packed the stands at the Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex in Miami...Read More
There are university homecomings, then there is the FMU homecoming! One of the most memorable moments on the campus of South Florida’s only HBCU is its annual homecoming event. The traditional week of festivities kicks-off on Monday, October 31, and this year’s theme is “Unleash the Lion”. The university’s homecoming committee is working hard to...Read More
Lions, Exciting news from the White House concerning the cost of your education! On Wednesday, President Biden officially announced that his administration is forgiving up to $10,000 in federal student loan debt for borrowers making less than $125,000 annually. Here’s the breakdown of the three-part plan and what this would mean for you and your...Read More
The Lions and Tigers will battle it out on the gridiron on Saturday, August 27, when Florida Memorial University hosts in-state HBCU rival Edward Waters University in the second football meeting of the “Big Cat Classic.” These big cats will go head-to-head in South Florida at the Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex, 3000 NW 199th...Read More
The FMU Lions have been training hard with new head coach Bobby Rome II for the official start of the 2022 college football season on Saturday, August 27, against Edward Waters University at the Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex, 3000 NW 199th Street in Miami Gardens. Coach Rome is eager to lead the Lions in...Read More
Dr. Jaffus Hardrick, President and Florida Memorial University Board of Trustees cordially invite you to Convocation: Elevating Minds, Transforming Lives Thursday, September 1, 2022 10:00 A.M. Guest Speaker: Mr. Freddie Figgers Location: Florida Memorial University Wellness Center 15800 NW 42nd Avenue – Miami Gardens, FL 33054Read More
This past year, FMU has made tremendous progress integrating into the community. With relationship development a top priority, the University is becoming a major presence in the local – and global – community, having formed strong partnerships with renowned corporations and organizations. By offering programs in high demand fields and partnering with companies for real-world...Read More
Future Looks Bright for South Florida’s Only HBCU Board of Trustees Announces President’s Contract Extension Miami Gardens, Fla. (July 11, 2022) – Florida Memorial University’s Board of Trustees unanimously voted to extend the contract of Dr. Jaffus Hardrick for an additional five years. “I have great love for Florida Memorial University. I am a graduate,...Read More
