Continuance of FAMU task force at issue

Originally published December 6, 2007 Lawson's request to disband FAMU task force challenged By Angeline J. Taylor DEMOCRAT STAFF WRITER ORLANDO Two strong political insiders, who have been at the forefront of state education issues, couldn't disagree more on the idea of dismantling Florida A&M University's task force. In this case, the two advocates are state Sen. Al Lawson and board of governors chairwoman Carolyn Roberts. Each agrees that FAMU, under the administration of President James Ammons, has improved. [Continue reading…]

FAU pays hefty severance without adequate documentation

FAU defends decision to pay $577,952 severance package

By Scott Travis South Florida Sun-Sentinel

December 5, 2007

BOCA RATON - Florida Atlantic University defended its decision to give $577,952 in severance pay to a former fundraiser, but pledged to tighten up its policies in the future, according to its response released today to a state audit. [Continue reading…]

FAMU receives unqualified audit

Florida A&M University receives unqualified audit for the 2006-2007 fiscal year. [Click here to read more.]