Five Florida public universities have received more than $12.5 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Education through the American History and Civics Seminars Program. The funds will support efforts to enhance instruction and professional development in American history, civics, government, and geography.
The State University System of Florida (SUS) highlighted these awards as part of its ongoing civic literacy initiatives ahead of America’s 250th anniversary. The grant recipients are Florida International University, University of West Florida, University of North Florida, Florida State University, and New College of Florida.
“In Florida, we are proud to honor America’s legacy and develop informed and engaged citizens at our institutions,” said SUS Associate Vice Chancellor of Public Affairs Tony Lee. “Through our universities’ Office of Public Policy Events established by the Florida Legislature two years ago, and now with this grant funding, we are strengthening civic knowledge and preparing the next generation of leaders.”
“Florida is a national leader in advancing civic principles and providing opportunities for students to participate in open discussions on public policy,” said SUS Chancellor Ray Rodrigues. “I applaud our universities for the forward-thinking and innovative programs that earned these grant awards. As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, now is the time to continue advancing civic literacy, and these funds support that SUS goal.”
Grant allocations include $4.6 million for Florida State University; $2.8 million for Florida International University; $2.1 million for University of North Florida; $1.7 million for New College of Florida; and $1.5 million for University of West Florida.
A complete breakdown of allocations can be found at the full list online. Information about events related to America’s semiquincentennial anniversary is also available online.
