FAMU History
What year was FAMU founded
1887
What does BSE stand for
Biological Systems Engineering
What does CAFS stand for
College of Agriculture and Food Science
What is the name of FAMU’s famous marching band
The Marching 100
How many students were enrolled when FAMU first opened
15 Students
Who is the current chair
Dr. Anandhi Swamy
In what year was FAMU’s agricultural program established
1891
Who is Known for developing the Marching 100 into a nationally recognized band
William P Foster
What was FAMU’s original age when it was founded
State Normal College for Colored Students
Name all the Eboard members of ASABE
President: Jerri Brooks
Secretary: Angel Anderson
Parliamentarian: Dayanna Bonner
Treasurer: Jordan Brown
what federal act established FAMU as an 1890 land grant institution
The second morrill act of 1890
Which luxury fashion house featured the Marching 100 at its 2022 men’s fashion show in Paris
Louis Vuitton
In what year did FAMU officially become a university
1953
What are two concentrations of BSE
Natural resources conservation engineer, bioprocessing and food engineering
What does the term “1890 land grant university” refer to?
An institution designated under the second morrill act of 1890
How many NFL super bowls has the marching 100 performed in
5
Who served as FAMU president from 1985-2001
Dr. Federick S. Humphries
Who was the starter of the BSE program at FAMU
Dr. Charles Magee
What annual FAMU event celebrates grape research and cultivation
Grape Harvest Festival
who made history by becoming the first female head drum major of FAMU’s Marching 100
Oluwamodupe “Dupe” Oloyede