Florida State University College of Social Sciences & Public Policy

Florida State University College of Social Sciences & Public Policy FSU College of Social Sciences and Public Policy prepares students for meaningful careers, advanced professional training, and an active role in public life.

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COSSPP Undergraduate Academic Advising has in-person and virtual drop-in options for the Fall 2026 semester! Undergradua...
08/31/2026

COSSPP Undergraduate Academic Advising has in-person and virtual drop-in options for the Fall 2026 semester!
Undergraduate students can schedule appointments through Campus Connect or drop in through the open Zoom call.

📸 Smile, COSSPP! It's time for Faculty & Staff College Photo Days! Swing by the Ground Floor Studio (Bellamy 042) on Mon...
08/31/2026

📸 Smile, COSSPP! It's time for Faculty & Staff College Photo Days! Swing by the Ground Floor Studio (Bellamy 042) on Mon., Sept. 14 or Tues., Sept. 15 from 1–4 p.m. for a fresh headshot — no appointment needed, and it only takes a few minutes!

Open to all COSSPP faculty, staff, and grad students with appointments (select student cohorts, you're invited too đź‘‹). See you there!

Apply for the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy’s prestigious Social Science Scholars program by Friday, Octo...
08/28/2026

Apply for the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy’s prestigious Social Science Scholars program by Friday, October 9, online at http://bit.ly/2027sssp.

The Social Science Scholars Program provides career-accelerating leadership training and experiences to 18 outstanding COSSPP undergraduate students with a major in the College, a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher, graduating no sooner than the Fall 2027 Semester.

Calling all Ph.D. candidates!Join our interactive COSSPP Professional Development workshop with Dr. Emily Leventhal, Cai...
08/26/2026

Calling all Ph.D. candidates!
Join our interactive COSSPP Professional Development workshop with Dr. Emily Leventhal, Caitlin Bente, and Nicole Lilly to master the ins and outs of navigating the job market!

Bring your draft cover letters, teaching statements, and research statements so you can work on them, get feedback, and learn tips for navigating the Ph.D. job market successfully!

•When: Monday, September 14 | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
•Where: DeVoe L. Moore Conference Room (BEL 150E)
•Bring: Your current cover letters, teaching statements, and research statements

COSSPP Grad students, join us for a Professional Development Workshop on "How to Survive – and Thrive – in Graduate Scho...
08/26/2026

COSSPP Grad students, join us for a Professional Development Workshop on "How to Survive – and Thrive – in Graduate School" to get expert advice straight from FSU Graduate School leaders.

We’ll cover everything from managing your workload and reading strategies to essential campus resources. Whether you're a master's or doctoral student, this session will help set you up for success!

•When: Tuesday, September 1 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
•Where: DeVoe L. Moore Conference Room (BEL 150E) or via Zoom
•Guest Speakers: Dr. Emily Leventhal & Dr. Brian Wilcoxon

đź”— Secure your spot and register at: bit.ly/COSSPP-grad-workshop-26

Check out the latest edition of our monthly newsletter! It is packed with updates, upcoming events, spotlights, and help...
08/24/2026

Check out the latest edition of our monthly newsletter! It is packed with updates, upcoming events, spotlights, and helpful resources, making it a perfect tool to get involved with the community!

The newsletter went out to students in the college, faculty, and staff this afternoon, but everyone is welcome to read it — and our past editions — on the "Get Connected" page of our website at cosspp.fsu.edu/get-connected

Welcome back, Seminoles! Fall semester officially starts today, and we couldn't be more excited to have our College of S...
08/24/2026

Welcome back, Seminoles! Fall semester officially starts today, and we couldn't be more excited to have our College of Social Sciences and Public Policy community back on campus.

Whether you're a first-year student stepping onto campus for the first time or a returning Seminole ready to dive into a new year, COSSPP is here to support you every step of the way.

Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, and YouTube so you never miss out on college news, events, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/school/fsucosspp

Instagram: www.instagram.com/fsucosspp

X:
x.com/FSUCOSSPP

Facebook:
www.facebook.com/fsucosspp

YouTube:
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Don’t forget to follow all of our great departments, programs, centers, and institutes: cosspp.fsu.edu/get-connected

Here's to a semester full of growth, discovery, and impact. Let's make it a great one!

Join us on Saturday, August 29, at the Legacy Walk outside Bellamy from 4-6 for our Florida State University vs New Mexi...
08/05/2026

Join us on Saturday, August 29, at the Legacy Walk outside Bellamy from 4-6 for our Florida State University vs New Mexico State University COSSPP Tailgate! Food and drinks (non-alcoholic, as well as beer and wine) and games will be provided. Bring family, friends, and your Nole pride!

08/03/2026

The Florida Certified Public Manager (CPM) program will honor 456 new graduates this summer, bringing the total number of CPM graduates in Florida to about 9,425 — more than in any other state.

The CPM program is a nationally recognized leadership development program, delivered in 38 states. The purpose is to develop more effective public managers, thereby improving services to all Florida taxpayers.

There will be four CPM graduation ceremonies this summer, each the culmination of a three-day leadership conference:
North Florida area: July 16 (144 graduates)
East Central Florida area: July 30 (112 graduates)
West Central Florida area: Aug. 6 (128 graduates)
Southeast Florida area: Aug. 20 (72 graduates)

To read more, visit news.fsu.edu/news/university-news/2026/07/28/florida-certified-public-manager-program-adds-456-new-graduates

Sean T. Cortopassi, Th.D. – an FSU alumnus (M.S. Political Science ’06) – recently published a 340-page Christian guideb...
06/22/2026

Sean T. Cortopassi, Th.D. – an FSU alumnus (M.S. Political Science ’06) – recently published a 340-page Christian guidebook, The Way Ahead, through Redemption Press.

Published on January 30, 2026, The Way Ahead reflects Dr. Cortopassi’s commitment to leadership, writing, and service. In addition to his work as an author, he serves as a Division Director at the Defense Manpower Data Center, supporting mission-critical work for the federal government through strategic planning, program management, and interagency collaboration. He is also an ordained nondenominational minister and Christian author through Cortopassi Theological Leadership, LLC.

“My M.S. from FSU sharpened my analytical and leadership foundation, especially my ability to use data, research, and clear communication to solve complex organizational challenges,” Dr. Cortopassi said. “Those skills have been central to my growth into a Division Director role at the Defense Manpower Data Center.”

To read more, visit cosspp.fsu.edu/alumni-spotlight-dr-sean-t-cortopassi

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