MS_0052
Location: AC.2.B.1.4.6
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MS_0055
Location: AC.2.B.1.6.4
John R. Haugabrook was a longtime resident of Tallahassee, Florida, whose life was marked by his connection to the community and to Florida A&M University. He passed away on November 27, 2021, at the age of 90
MS_0058
Location: AC.3.A.1.3.6 - AC.3.A.1.4.1
MS_0059
Location: AC.3.A.1.4.2 - AC.3.A.1.4.6
Carrie P. Meek (1926–2021) was a pioneering educator, politician, and civil rights advocate who made a lasting impact in Florida and across the nation. Born in Tallahassee, Florida, she graduated from Florida A&M University and later earned a master’s degree from the University of Michigan.
Meek began her career as a teacher and later served as an administrator at Miami-Dade Community College, where she worked to expand access to higher education. She entered politics in the 1970s, becoming one of the first African American women elected to the Florida Legislature. In 1992, she made history as the first Black person elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from Florida since Reconstruction, representing Miami-Dade County.
Throughout her career, Meek was a strong advocate for education, economic opportunity, and social justice. Known for her dedication to underserved communities, she helped secure funding for infrastructure, job programs, and education initiatives. Her legacy endures as a trailblazer who opened doors for future generations in public service and politics.
MS_0066
Location: AC.2.B.2.3.7
MS_0077
Location: AC.2.B.3.5.3 - AC.2.B.3.6.1
MS_0078
Location: AC.3.A.1.5.3
MS_0080
Location: AC.3.A.1.5.5
Dr. Paul B. Mohr Sr. was a respected educator, academic leader, and pioneer in higher education who made significant contributions to Florida A&M University and the broader academic community. After earning his doctorate from Oklahoma State University, he served as dean of the School of Education at Florida A&M University, where he helped strengthen both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Earlier in his career, Dr. Mohr was a mathematics teacher and later became one of the founding professors and administrators at Gibbs Junior College, playing a key role in expanding educational opportunities for African American students. His legacy is marked by his commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and the advancement of education.
MS_0092
Location: AC.3.B.3.2.3
MS_0094
Location: AC.3.A.3.4.3 - AC.3.A.3.5.2
Dr. Charles Ullman Smith (1926–2015) was a distinguished sociologist, educator, and civil rights leader who spent nearly five decades at Florida A&M University. He earned his Ph.D. in sociology from Washington State University, becoming one of the first African Americans to achieve this distinction at the time.
During his career at FAMU, Smith served as chairman of the Department of Sociology, director of graduate studies, and dean of graduate studies, while also publishing numerous scholarly works. Beyond academia, he was an active participant in the Civil Rights Movement, including involvement in the 1956 Tallahassee Bus Boycott and the 1960 sit-ins.
Dr. Smith’s legacy reflects a lifelong commitment to education, social justice, and community leadership, making him a key figure in both higher education and the fight for civil rights in Florida.
https://floridacivilrightsmuseum.org/exhibition/they-made-a-difference-part-2/charles-u-smith-ph-d/