The Office of the Dean of Students


Bomani Spell, PhD | Associate VP of Student Affairs/Dean of Students
Bomani Spell
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 1735 Althea Gibson Way CASS Bldg. Suite 303 Tallahassee, Florida 32307

The Office of the Dean of Students is here to support you beyond the classroom. We oversee key student services and resources including Student Health, Counseling, CeDAR, Case Management, Victim’s Advocate, Efferson Student Union & Activities, Military & Veteran Affairs, and TRiO Programs —helping you stay healthy, engaged, and supported throughout your FAMU journey.

 

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Office of the Dean of Students and its units is to support the mission of the University and the Division of Student Affairs by promoting “Excellence With Caring” by focusing on the essential elements that contribute to student success.

DEAN’S PHILOSOPHY

Students learn best and succeed when they are actively involved in their education, when they become responsible for their growth as students, and when their learning is based on life experiences. 

VISION

To be recognized for providing FAMU students with an exceptional student experience focused on producing graduates ready to lead lives of leadership, meaning and purpose. 

CORE VALUES

  • Contribute positively to our students’ lives.
  • Embrace community service as an essential component of our academic enterprise.
  • Promote integrity and appropriate behavioral standards through the FAMU Student Code of Conduct.
  • Ensure that every student is treated with care and concern.
  • Engage and educate our students to be better citizens by guiding them towards ethical decision-making and accountability.