Florida A&M University, Public university in Tallahassee, United States.
Florida A&M University is a public institution in Tallahassee with buildings for teaching, research, and housing on grounds spanning 170 hectares (420 acres). The campus extends across several blocks south of downtown and includes lecture halls, laboratories, sports facilities, and green spaces.
The institution was founded in 1887 as State Normal College for teacher training and later received land-grant status. During the 20th century, departments expanded to include engineering, pharmacy, and other disciplines.
The institution is the only historically Black university within Florida's state system, giving it a special foundation for students throughout the region. Many degree programs link academic research with questions from the lives of nearby communities.
The campus sits about three kilometers (two miles) south of the state capitol building and is accessible via several bus routes. Visitor parking areas are located near administrative buildings, and information boards help with orientation across the sprawling grounds.
The Marching 100 band performs at major national events and has accompanied several presidential inaugurations. Its complex formations and choreography on the field are recognized far beyond the region.
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