State University System of Florida

Jeanette Nunez, a former House member from Miami who was Gov. Ron DeSantis’ running mate in 2018 and 2022, will make an annual base salary of $850,000 at FIU, her alma mater, and Adam Hasner will make a base salary of $875,000 at FAU.

Hasner is the latest politician selected for a high-paying university post over academic leaders as Gov. Ron DeSantis works to expand his influence on education in the state.

The board which oversees the state’s universities set goals regarding school rankings, number of degrees awarded and graduation rates.

When it comes to total compensation, USF's Rhea Law trails the presidents of Florida, Florida State and Central Florida.

Under the changes, U.S. colleges and universities would be required to charge tuition to students from a number of small Pacific Island nations “at a rate that is not greater than the rate charged for residents of the state in which such public institution” is located.

A memo was sent to Florida’s 12 public universities and colleges urging them to use any means necessary to keep grads and their families safe.

The report suggests policies to expand dual enrollment access to underrepresented student groups.

Chancellor Ray Rodrigues, a former state lawmaker, initially received a three-year contract that took effect in November 2022.

It was highlighted by the takeover of New College in Sarasota, according to the American Association of University Professors report.

State University System Chancellor Ray Rodrigues sent a letter to Florida university presidents with instructions to "deactivate" a pro-Palestine student group on campuses.

In calling for the chapters to be disbanded, Ray Rodrigues said they could be restarted in ways that comply with state law.

The Florida Board of Governors released draft regulations outlining how it would limit spending on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at the state's colleges and universities.