FAMU

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FAMU
Stands forFlorida Agricultural and Mechanical University
CategoriesEducation & Academia

FAMU stands for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, a university abbreviation.

Public HBCU in Tallahassee, founded in 1887, known for pharmacy, journalism and engineering and for the Marching 100 band, which has performed at Super Bowls and presidential inaugurations. Its Rattlers compete in the SWAC.

Example: She chose FAMU for its pharmacy program and the chance to march with the Marching 100.

Usage notes

Pronounced "FAM-you". FAMU shares a joint College of Engineering with Florida State University. The university has consistently ranked as one of the top public HBCUs.

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