Fayetteville State University’s History of Excellence
Fayetteville State University’s History of Excellence Blog Introduction: Fayetteville State University is an institution with a proud and distinguished history. Founded in 1867 by seven extraordinary black men, FSU was the second oldest state-assisted institution in North Carolina. Today, it is part of the prestigious University of North Carolina system, offering over 60 degrees at the baccalaureate and master's levels, and the doctorate in educational leadership to over 6,500 students and 800 faculty and staff. The university is noted for its excellence in teacher education, having been accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) since 1954.
A Century of Achievement
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FSU’s vibrant campus community reflects this commitment as well; student organizations are a cornerstone of campus life at FSU and have helped create lasting memories here for generations. From sororities and fraternities to honor societies to religious organizations like Union Baptist Church on campus – which actively serves both students and faculty - FSU offers something for everyone here on campus. This sense of community also extends off-campus; alumni entrepreneurs often extend their support through mentorship opportunities or job placements for current students or recent graduates.
In addition to its academic programs, FSU continues to make strides in athletics as well; Bronco Nation can celebrate 10 CIAA championships since 2013! Whether cheering on our Broncos at Capel Arena or at road games across the country - or even enjoying our first NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball Championship title this past March - our athletic teams continue to be a source of pride throughout Bronco Nation.
FSU has come a long way since its founding over 150 years ago – but there is still much work left to do! The university continues to strive towards greater excellence in teaching, research, service, and more – all while maintaining our commitment to providing access to quality education for African American communities across North Carolina and beyond. As we look ahead towards an even brighter future here at FSU, we invite you join us on this journey as part of Bronco Nation! #GoBroncos! #FSU150YearsStrong! #ProudToBeBroncoNation!