ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law students are gaining valuable, practical experience while helping those in need of tax prep this tax filing season. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $56,000 or less, persons with disabilities and limited English speaking taxpayers…
ORLANDO, Fla – There’s a new distinction for Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law. The Knowledge Review is recognizing FAMU Law among its list of “America’s 10 Most Valuable Law Schools”. This special recognition is an honor. During Black History Month, it is most appropriate to reflect on FAMU Law’s rich and meaningful history…
“Careers in the Law” networking event huge success at FAMU Law ORLANDO, Fla – The atrium at Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law was buzzing as students networked with attorneys and representatives from a wide-range of legal disciplines at the second “Careers in the Law” event. “Careers in the Law” was designed to give our students an…
ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law is recognizing the life and accomplishments of Virgil D. Hawkins on Wednesday, February 19, at 5 p.m. The program called Remembering Virgil Hawkins will feature a discussion and video detailing how Hawkins was instrumental in the creation of the FAMU College of Law. “It is…
Coronavirus Advisory: FAMU Suspends All University-Related Travel to China The outbreak of a respiratory illness caused by a new strain of coronavirus, first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province of China, has spread to at least 18 other countries, including the United States. As of Friday, January 31, 2020, there are no confirmed cases in Florida.…
ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) College of Law is recognizing the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. with several special events and activities. THURSDAY, JANUARY 16 16th Annual MLK Leadership Forum Reception 6:15 p.m. Forum 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. FAMU College of Law, Room 240, 201 Beggs Avenue, Orlando,…
ORLANDO, Fla – The Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law delivered a vanload of items collected during a clothing drive to benefit students attending OCPS Academic Center of Excellence (ACE) School in Parramore on Thursday, December 19, 2019. As part of the college’s Employee Appreciation event, Interim Dean Nicky Boothe Perry attached a charitable…
About FAMU College of Law The FAMU College of Law is located in the heart of Downtown Orlando, just steps from the George C. Young United States Courthouse and Federal Building; and blocks from governmental offices, major law firms, large corporations and legal service agencies. The college’s prime location provides students with direct access to…
ORLANDO, Fla. – Three current Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) College of Law students are the proud recipients of the Rattler for Justice Scholarships. The students will receive full-tuition scholarships ($15,000) for their last year of law school beginning in August of 2020. “FAMU Law is filled with bright, talented and committed students who…
ORLANDO, Fla.- Ms. JD’s National Women’s Law Students Organization (NWLSO) Leadership Academy included four Florida A&M University (FAMU) Law students this year. The NWLSO Leadership Academy at Harvard Law consisted of a carefully selected group of 30 women who excel at their law school studies, in their communities, and have a passion for women in…
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