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Native landscape practices are essential for supporting local wildlife, conserving water, and reducing pollution caused by fertilizers and pesticides. These practices are also considered lower maintenance, as they require less energy and carbon output for mowing and weeding.
For more than 18 years, Scott Cisson has served as the Director of Grounds and Landscaping at Florida State University, overseeing the enhancement of outdoor living spaces. His efforts have contributed to a safe, clean, sustainable, and attractive environment for which the University is widely recognized. Scott joined FSU in 2008 after leading the… read more
At the heart of FSU’s Coastal and Marine Laboratory (FSUCML) groundbreaking ecological and oceanographic research along Florida’s diverse coastlines lies a critical partner working behind the scenes, FSU Facilities. While researchers make advances in marine ecosystem science and conservation at FSUCML, Facilities staff ensure that the… read more
From delivering clean water to ensuring proper drainage and waste removal, plumbing is an essential trade impacting nearly every aspect of daily life for students, faculty, and staff. Behind the scenes, skilled plumbers work tirelessly to maintain, repair, and improve these systems to keep facilities operational, safe, and comfortable.
Preventive maintenance plays a vital role in keeping FSU running smoothly behind the scenes. By proactively inspecting and servicing equipment and systems, this team helps prevent costly breakdowns, ensures campus safety, and keeps classrooms, labs, and facilities operating at their best before issues arise.
The Building Services Student Affairs team plays a critical role in ensuring that FSU’s central student spaces are clean and well-maintained, creating a welcoming environment that supports student engagement, events, and daily campus life. Billy Hicks serves as the Building Services Superintendent for Student Affairs at FSU, a role he began in… read more
Jake Kenneth Robinson is a Mechanical Trades Technician at FSU Facilities, where he plays an essential role in maintaining the proper operation of plumbing and mechanical systems, particularly for University Housing. Robinson began his journey at FSU in May 2024 as a Construction Technician in the Labor/Construction Shop and stepped into his… read more
Florida State University Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) promotes a safe and healthy environment for students, faculty, staff, and the community by managing hazardous waste, conducting environmental remediation, and implementing safety procedures. A significant component of this charge is risk mitigation, exposure management, and safe… read more
Administrative support is the backbone of any successful organization, ensuring that daily operations run smoothly, communication stays clear, and teams remain organized and productive. At FSU Facilities, Kelvin Ford exemplifies this vital role. Since stepping into his position as Administrative Associate on November 22, 2024, he has quickly… read more
Florida State University (FSU) Facilities Building Automation Systems (BAS) team was joined by Siemens at APPA's Targeted Titles and Topics (T3) Program, held in Orlando, FL on June 3, 2025, to discuss how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming facilities management. FSU utilizes Siemens building systems technologies to control and monitor… read more