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Celebrating 50+ years of COSSPP
The College of Social Sciences and Public Policy was established in the fall of 1973 as part of a university-wide academic reorganization and consisted of just five departments: Economics, Geography, Government, Sociology, and Urban and Regional Planning.
There’s been much growth over the years, with 12 departments and interdisciplinary programs now housed within the College, along with 12 centers and institutes. As the third-largest college at FSU, COSSPP equips students with the knowledge, skills, and real-world experiences they need to launch impactful careers.
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COSSPP Florida State University vs New Mexico State University Tailgate
August 5, 2026
Join us on Saturday, August 29, at the Legacy Walk outside Bellamy from 4-6 for our Florida State University vs New Mexico State University COSSPP Tailgate! Food and drinks (non-alcoholic, as well as beer and wine) and games will be provided. Bring family, friends, and your Nole pride! …
Florida Certified Public Manager Program Adds 456 New Graduates
August 3, 2026
The Florida Certified Public Manager (CPM) program will honor 456 new graduates this summer, bringing the total number of CPM graduates in Florida to about 9,425 — more than in any other state. …
Center for Demography and Population Health Founding Director Featured in Documentary: “From Shore to Shore: WWII Living Legacies”
July 21, 2026
Charles B. Nam, Ph.D., the founding director of FSU’s Center for Demography and Population Health, was prominently featured in a documentary produced by Westminster Communities of Florida titled “From Shore to Shore: A Living Legacies Project,” which was released on Memorial Day. …
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Your philanthropy makes it possible for us to provide opportunities for students that cannot be covered by State of Florida funds. The College uses private contributions to deliver programming under the College’s Get More Than a Degree initiative that supports student intellectual growth and professional development.
We are grateful to each of our donors for their interest and investments in our students and work. Thanks to you, we are not just turning out graduates; we are producing leaders ready to take on the challenges of an ever-changing world.
Our Senior Director of Development Katherine Cline Ashler would love to connect with you to identify how to make a meaningful impact in your area of interest. Please email her at kcline@foundation.fsu.edu or
call 850-294-3343.
Give Back to the College
Your philanthropy makes it possible for us to provide opportunities for students that cannot be covered by State of Florida funds. The College uses private contributions to deliver programming under the College’s Get More Than a Degree initiative that supports student intellectual growth and professional development.
We are grateful to each of our donors for their interest and investments in our students and work. Thanks to you, we are not just turning out graduates; we are producing leaders ready to take on the challenges of an ever-changing world.
Our Senior Director of Development Katherine Cline Ashler would love to connect with you to identify how to make a meaningful impact in your area of interest. Please email her at kcline@foundation.fsu.edu or call 850-294-3343.