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Associate Professor Jenny Root receives prestigious Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers

Florida State University Associate Professor of Special Education Jenny Root has been selected as one of about 400 scientists and engineers to receive the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), announced this week by the White House. The PECASE award is the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government on outstanding scientists and engineers early in their careers. Root is one of 10 U.S. Department of Education recipients selected by President Joe Biden and only the third faculty member from FSU to ever receive the award. “Dr.

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Leila Khalili

HNFS doctoral student awarded American Heart Association Predoctoral Fellowship

Leila Khalili, a doctoral student in the Nutrition and Food Science program at Anne’s College, has been awarded the highly competitive 2025 American H

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Dean Damon Andrew receives prestigious sport management award

Florida State University’s Damon Andrew has received the most prestigious award given by the North American Society for Sport Management.

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Pour Decisions: The Effects of Alcohol on the Body

Over the past decade, "Dry January" has gained popularity as a New Year's resolution trend.

From left to right: Lyndsay Jenkins, Madison Woodall, Kate Mirah, Annika Simpson, Edgardo Mejias Vazquez

Understanding the Effects to Stop the Cause: Bullying Research and Interventions at FSU

Anne's College spotlights bullying prevention research from Dr. Jenkins and Dr. Gazelle as part of National Bullying Awareness Month.

Anne Spencer Daves is joined by FSU President Richard McCullough, FSU First Lady Dr. Jai Vartikar and Anne's College Dean Damon Andrew

FSU dedicates Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

Florida State University alumna Anne Spencer Daves, who spent 30 years as a fourth-grade educator in Central Florida, has made a transformational gift

New Book “Latin* Students in Engineering” Sheds Light on Underrepresented Populations in STEM

A groundbreaking new book, “Latin* Students in Engineering: An Intentional Focus on a Growing Population” co-edited by Lara Perez-Felkner, professor o

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Summer Parenting Resource Guide: Engaging Children for a Fun and Balanced Summer

Summer break offers a valuable opportunity for parents to help their children stay active, engaged, and balanced.

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Summer Parenting Resource Guide: Maximizing Summer Fun Through Sport

At the midpoint of summer break, many parents are searching for new ways to keep their children active, healthy, and engaged.

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Summer Parenting Resource Guide: Engaging Anxious or Shy Children in Summer Activities

With summer in full swing, many parents are looking for ways to keep their children engaged, especially children who are anxious or shy.

About Anne's College

The roots of FSU Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences date back to the university’s establishment, and it is the oldest college of its kind in Florida. Recently expanded in 2023, the College is home to six academic departments united through a common goal to maximize human potential. In total, the College includes the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, Department of Educational Psychology & Learning Systems, Department of Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences, Department of Human Development & Family Science, Department of Sport Management, School of Teacher Education, numerous research centers, and three laboratory schools (Florida State University School, FSU Pembroke Pines Charter School, and The Collegiate School at FSU Panama City). In 2024, the college was named after alumna and teacher Anne Spencer Daves.

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