FSU, FAMU celebrate thousands of graduates with fall commencement ceremonies

This weekend, local universities FSU and FAMU hosted two fall commencement ceremonies. Thousands of students obtained their degrees as their families cheered them on to mark this significant achievement.

At Florida State University's fall commencement ceremonies almost 3,000 graduates turned their tassels at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. State Attorney of Florida's Second Judicial Court Jack Campbell, an alumnus of the university, served as a keynote speaker for the 2 p.m. ceremony. His address emphasized resilience as he urged students to embrace failure as a stepping stone to success. Physicist and Professor at FSU Harrison Prosper was keynote speaker for the 7 p.m. ceremony.

Florida A&M University held their fall commencement ceremony at the Alfred Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center with over 700 students receiving their diplomas. Actress Malinda Williams took the stage as the keynote speaker, offering heartfelt encouragement to follow one's passions and pursue dreams with conviction. National Urban League President Marc H. Morial was scheduled to inspire graduates during the Saturday ceremony.

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