Florida A&M

The 10th president of Florida A&M University, Dr. James H. Ammons has been instrumental in the resurgence in FAMU Athletics the past three years. Upon his arrival at FAMU in 2007, he provided the necessary leadership and financial support to the efforts to having the
university’s athletic program removed from NCAA probation. He also was the focus of an NCAA video production on the Academic Progress Rate, outlining in detail how FAMU made tremendous strides in improving its’ APR in football in just one year. The dramatic improvement, from 919 in 2007-08 to 966 in 2008-09, garnered a Most Improved Performance award from the NCAA for FAMU. His influence was crucial to uniting the School of General Studies and Athletics to provide an effective academic counseling and support program for student-athletes. An avid supporter of Athletics, Dr. Ammons leads by example, attending countless university sports activities; working closely with the Director of Athletics, athletic administration and coaches providing leadership and financial support; providing moral support to the teams through in-person pep talks throughout the school year.
 
He is also an active participant in the MEAC Council of Presidents, with the NCAA, and has worked to further raise the national profile of Athletics through direct talks with media giant
ESPN. Dr. Ammons has been and remains deeply committed to Athletics, taking a great interest in the success of the program in all aspects, providing singular leadership and support in his position as University President.