Marva Johnson provides insight into her experience as FAMU president so far

By: Jay Waagmeester

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: April 3, 2026

Words: 596

Last Updated: 3 months, 4 weeks ago


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Florida A&M University President Marva Johnson reflected on her experience thus far as the university’s leader, particularly in light of widespread public pushback to her selection.

Johnson spoke Friday to the Capital Tiger Bay Club in Tallahassee.

“I know no university president has a 100% likability rate, but I’m hoping to try to make sure that I listen in a way that is constructive, that I make decisions that are well informed, not …

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