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Michelle Parvatiyar Named Fellow of the American Heart Association

Michelle Parvatiyar, associate professor in the Department of Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences at Anne’s College, has been named a Fellow of the American Heart Association (AHA). Officially awarded in fall 2025, the honorific designation recognizes significant scientific contributions and sustained service in support of the AHA’s mission to improve cardiovascular health and support longer and healthier lives. “Being named a Fellow of the American Heart Association is both an honor and a responsibility,” Parvatiyar said.

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Michelle Parvatiyar Named Fellow of the American Heart Association

Michelle Parvatiyar, associate professor in the Department of Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences at Anne’s College, was named a Fellow of the Americ

Marvalene Hughes

In Memoriam: Alumna Dr. Marvalene Hughes, Pioneer and Supporter of Education

Dr. Marvalene Hughes (PhD '69) recently passed away at the age of 88.

Bolade Olateju

Graduating Student Spotlight: Bolade Olateju

Ahead of Fall 2025 Commencement on Friday, Dec.

Yanyu Pan

Graduating Student Spotlight: Yanyu Pan

Ahead of Fall 2025 Commencement on Friday, Dec.

Sandy Shultz poses with a parrot

A Legacy of Greatness: Alumna Sandy Schultz

One of the most generous supporters of Anne's College, Schultz has transformed the college's future with a generous gift that will endow the dean

Garret Hall

A Model for Math Success

Dr. Garret Hall investigates ways to improve math assessment.

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The Torch Magazine: Fall 2025

This issue of The Torch celebrates the vibrant community at Anne's College, spotlighting inspiring alumni achievements, groundbreaking faculty researc

The Torch Magazine

Arthur and Patricia Clements

A common thread: Drs. Patricia and Arthur Clements advance the study of women’s history and women’s health

In Tallahassee and across Florida, a historical preservationist conserves women’s voices and a physician-educator builds teams that advance women’s he

Chioma Opara

Student Spotlight: Chioma Opara

Chioma Opara, a doctoral candidate in the Human Development and Family Science program, draws on her background in home economics education and teachi

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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