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James Ammons | |
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 Admiral Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks with President Ammons at Florida A&M's commencement ceremonies in May 2010. | |
| 10th President of Florida A&M University | |
| In office July 2, 2007 – July 16, 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Castell V. Bryant |
| Succeeded by | Larry Robinson (chemist) |
| 9th Chancellor of North Carolina Central University | |
| In office 2001–2007 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1953 (age 70–71) Central Florida, Florida, United States |
| Spouse | Judy Ammons (Ruffin) |
| Residence | Tallahassee |
| Alma mater | Florida A&M University |
| Profession | Professor, |
James H. Ammons is an American educator, who is the Chancellor of Southern University at New Orleans. He served as president of Florida A&M University (FAMU) from July 2, 2007, until his resignation took effect on July 16, 2012.[1] He is a native Floridian who grew up in the heart of Florida's citrus belt. He graduated from Winter Haven High School in 1970 and entered Florida A&M University on the Thirteen College Curriculum Program during the fall semester of 1970. Ammons was appointed Chancellor at Southern University in New Orleans January 8, 2021.
- ^ Alvarez, Lizette (2012-07-11). "President of Florida A&M Resigns as Parents of Hazing Victim File Lawsuit". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2020-05-01.