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History of the "Marching 100"

The FAMU "Marching 100" was one of several bands to participate in President Barack Obama's Inaugural Parade.


The Marching "100"

FAMU's marching band has been credited for not less than 30 innovative techniques which have become standard operating procedures for many high school and collegiate marching band programs throughout the nation. Penchant for precision demonstrated in every aspect of its performance is a key to the success of the "100."




"100" History
Ranking high among the many proud traditions of Florida A&M University is the highly acclaimed Marching "100" Band. The first band at this institution, formerly named A&M College, was organized in 1892 under the tutelage of P.A. Van Weller. From a meager store of 16 instruments, the Marching "100" has grown to over 420 members. This organization has been polished and refined to perfection for the past 104 years under the guidance of its directors:
  • P.A. Van Weller, 1892 - 1898
  • Nathaniel C. Adderly, 1910 - 1918
  • Leander A. Kirksey, 1930 - 1945
  • Dr. William P. Foster, 1945 - 1998
  • Dr. Julian E. White, 1998 - Present

 

 




FAMU Students Named Gubernatorial Fellows

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Awards FAMU $750,000

SGA Purchases Buses to Promote FAMU

FAMU Awarded $50,000 Grant from Higher Education for Development and the United States Agency for International Development

Marching 100 Selected to Participate in 2010 Honda Battle of the Bands

FAMU Awarded $225,079 Grant from USDA

Life Gets Better and Distinguished Scholars Receive Laptops




Senior Art Exhibition

Water and Air Quality Seminar

Florida Classic Football Game

Basketball: Lady Rattlers vs Albany State

Basketball: Lady Rattlers vs Missouri

Basketball: Lady Rattlers vs Auburn

Basketball Doubleheader: FAMU vs Florida International


   

 

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