Resources
As a student majoring in a School of Journalism & Graphic Communication program, one of your biggest responsibilities will be to ask questions and take advantage of resources so you can gather information to help you complete your coursework, projects and requirements.
To help you get started on the right path, we’ve already gathered common policies, tools, tips and form links you may need as you progress through the program. We also have gathered a list of key contacts who can help you with advisement, internships, navigating the curriculum, and more.
Policies & Forms
Use the links below to help you understand and successfully take part in our processes. The below list includes forms you need for changing your major, requesting an excused absence, filing a grievance or complaint, graduation preparation, etc.
- SJGC Offical Excuse Guidelines
- Change of Major Form
- Official Excuse Form
- Academic Grievance Form
- Non-Academic Grievance Form
- Graduation Checklist / Intent to Graduate
- How to Apply for Graduation
- Journalism & Public Relations Graduation Procedures
- Graphic Design Graduation Procedures
- Student Laptop Recommendation
Archive of Curriculum Guides
The below links are archives of curriculum guides for our journalism and public relations programs from fall 2018 to summer 2022. These guides are specifically for students who were admitted during this period. If you were admitted from fall 2022 onwards, please refer to the latest guides provided by your academic advisors and division directors.
Current Curriculm Maps
Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement
As noted in Florida statute (1007.25), every first-time-in-college (FTC) student initially entering a Florida College System institution or state university in 2018-2019 and all following academic years must demonstrate competency in civic literacy.
Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement Website
FAMU Official Transcript Request
Universty Library Resources
Computer & Equipment Checkout
Jobs & Internships
To receive the latest news on jobs and internships, sign up for messages from the SJGC Canvas by sending your name and FAMU email address to ranata.hughes@famu.edu. Once your email address is added to Canvas, you will receive an email invitation from “Instructure Canvas” (labeled Course Invitation). Open the email, click the button labeled “Get Started/Accept Invite” and sign into Canvas.
Ms. Ranata Hughes
Internship Coordinator
Email: ranata.hughes@famu.edu
Office Phone: 850-412-5395
Student Success Center Contacts
| Name, Position | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. John Tornes, Academic Programs Coordinator |
john.tornes@famu.edu | 850-561-2164 |
| Ms. Artency Jean, Academic Success Office Manager |
artency.jean@famu.edu | 850-412-7566 |
| Mr. Darren B. MacFarlane, Academic Advisor Last Names (A-J) Room Number: 4020 |
darren.macfarlane@famu.edu | 850-599-3719 |
| Mr. Joshua Lowder, Academic Advisor Last Names (K-Z) Room Number: 4023 |
joshua.lowder@famu.edu | 850-561-2398 |
Advisement Hours:
Appointment ONLY: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
Walk-in hours ONLY: Wednesday (Walk-In Wednesdays)
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Book an Appointment:
Book an appointment with an SJGC representative using our SJGC Connect page.
SJGC Academic Advising Syllabus
Please use this syllabus to prepare you for your Academic Advising appointment.
- Assist students in understanding the scope of their selected major of study and reach the curricular goals of their academic programs
- Empower students to make well-intentioned and strategic decisions about their education
- Recognize and appreciate the individual differences and needs of students
- Promote skills for personal development and sustained learning
- Student ID Number
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Completed Curriculum Guide
- Student ID Card
- Supporting Documentation
- Laptop or Ability to access iRattler
Division Contacts
Mr. William Jiles
Journalism Division Director (Journalism and Public Relations)
Direct Email: william.jiles@famu.edu
Office Phone: 850-412-5393
Mr. Anosh Gill
Graphic Communication Division Director (Graphic Design)
Direct Email: anosh.gill@famu.edu
Office Phone: 850-412-7137
General Contact Information
Department Email: sjgc@famu.edu
Main Office Phone: 850-599-3379