TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — Florida A&M is turning to a seasoned leader to steer its athletics program through a time of transition.
- Smith officially began as interim athletic director on Monday, Oct. 6.
- He brings over 34 years of experience at FAMU, including roles in athletics and administration
- Smith is the third person to hold the position this year, following the departures of Angela Suggs and Travis Glasgow.
- Watch the video below to learn more about this decision.
Michael Smith named Interim Athletic Director at Florida A&M University
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
Florida A&M University is making changes in its athletic department leadership. A familiar face is stepping in to guide the program, at least for now.
Michael Smith has been named interim director of Athletics at FAMU. His start at the helm began Monday.
A former Rattler football player and longtime university administrator is the latest addition to the role after three staffing shakeups.
He replaces Travis Glasgow, who is departing the university after accepting another job at a different SWAC conference school.
And earlier this year, Angela Suggs stepped down as the AD following controversy surrounding her grand larceny charge as CEO of the Florida Sports Fund.
Smith’s appointment comes as the university continues to focus on stability and growth within its athletics program.
Earlier:
Florida A&M University has appointed a new interim athletic director. The school made the announcement Wednesday.
The school says Vice President for Finance and Administration Michael Smith will stepped into the role on Monday, Oct. 6.
FAMU says the former interim AD Travis Glasgow is leaving the university.
A former deputy athletic director, Glasgow took over the position with Brittney Johnson after former athletic director Angela Suggs was charged with grand theft and fraud over the summer.
Smith is a former FAMU football player and has served at the university for more than 3 decades. He also served as the assistant vice president for athletics at one point.
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