FL S2092

Designates February 7, 2012, as "FSU Day" in Florida to recognize Florida State University's contributions to higher education.

Acknowledges FSU's Tallahassee campus as the oldest continuous higher education site in Florida and holder of the state's first Phi Beta Kappa chapter, chartered in 1935.

Highlights FSU's 1994 Carnegie Foundation "Research I" designation and current offerings of 324 programs across 16 colleges taught by 2,306 faculty, including 12 National Academy of Sciences members and six Nobel Laureates.

Notes FSU's hosting of the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, which generates $5.17 in returns for every state dollar invested and attracts over 700 international scientists.

Recognizes FSU's efforts supporting veterans through the Veterans Center, the College of Medicine's statewide clinical research network including 1,900 physicians and 3 million patients, and commitment to diversity and racial/ethnic inclusion.