Florida State University Grounds and Landscaping

Florida State University Grounds and Landscaping The Grounds and Landscaping department creates and maintains a beautiful landscape for FSU students, faculty, and visitors to enjoy.

The Hoffman Plaza outside of the FSU Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry's Hoffman Teaching Lab (HTL), has been upgra...
09/03/2026

The Hoffman Plaza outside of the FSU Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry's Hoffman Teaching Lab (HTL), has been upgraded with the addition of new tables and landscaping. The Lab is named in honor of Katherine Hoffman who arrived at Florida State College for Women in 1932. She went on to become the student body president, captain of the women’s baseball and volleyball teams and a member of Phi Beta Kappa. She obtained a master’s in chemistry from Columbia University in 1938. She returned to the Florida State College for Women as a Chemistry instructor in 1940. She continued teaching Chemistry after the college became FSU in 1947. Although she did not have a doctorate, Ms. Hoffman thrived in academia, gaining notice for her skills as a teacher and administrator and writing textbooks for Prentice Hall and McGraw-Hill. She was promoted to full professor in 1959 and taught at FSU until she retired in 1984. For nearly 90 years she was connected with FSU!

Located at the heart of campus, the Love Oak stands outside Strozier Library, This Live Oak tree (Quercus virginiana) tr...
09/02/2026

Located at the heart of campus, the Love Oak stands outside Strozier Library, This Live Oak tree (Quercus virginiana) tree, named for James Pasco Love, the FSU Farm and Dairy Operations manager from 1920 until 1958, is arguably the most recognizable tree on campus. The Love family cottage stood aside this large oak tree. James Love managed the farm that provided food and milk for students at the Florida State College for Women. The farm was located on what is now west campus, grew from 200 to 900 acres over time and housed beef cattle, a variety of vegetables, hogs, a dairy herd, and upwards of 2,000 chickens. Sitting at the foot of Landis Green, the “Love Oak” has witnessed all the institutional and cultural changes throughout the history of our school, embedding it into the complex heritage and culture of FSU.

Please join us in welcoming Tyler Morris as the new Director of Grounds at FSU Facilities! In his new role, Tyler will h...
09/01/2026

Please join us in welcoming Tyler Morris as the new Director of Grounds at FSU Facilities!

In his new role, Tyler will help lead the team responsible for maintaining and caring for the beautiful landscapes and outdoor spaces that make our campus unique. We’re glad to have Tyler on the team and look forward to the experience and leadership he’ll bring to FSU Facilities.

Learn more about Tyler and his path to Florida State by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4zSqb0U

Welcome to FSU, Tyler!

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The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Park honors the nine historically African American/Black Fraternities and Soror...
09/01/2026

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Park honors the nine historically African American/Black Fraternities and Sororities that fall under the National Pan-Hellenic Council (Divine 9), turning a long-held dream into reality. The NPHC Park, located between the Moore Auditorium and HCB north of Legacy Walk, features sculptures created by FSU’s Master Craftsman Studio that honor the heritage of the Divine Nine and their role in fostering a vibrant campus community.

The FSU Fallen Officer Memorial is between the College of Criminology & Criminal Justice Building and Westcott. Here the...
08/31/2026

The FSU Fallen Officer Memorial is between the College of Criminology & Criminal Justice Building and Westcott. Here there is a cast bronze sculpture with the flag at half mast in honor of fallen alumni of the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice. They leave behind a legacy that represents the hallmarks of the College: character, vision, and intellect. It takes a special person to respond to the call to become a law enforcement officer. Their sacrifices are not forgotten.

Florida State University dedicated a memorial in honor of Lieutenant Commander Michael Scott Speicher, an FSU alumnus an...
08/28/2026

Florida State University dedicated a memorial in honor of Lieutenant Commander Michael Scott Speicher, an FSU alumnus and U.S. Navy hero. Speicher, a 1980 FSU graduate, became the United States’ first casualty of the Persian Gulf War when his fighter jet was shot down on Jan. 17, 1991. The Scott Speicher memorial, located at the entrance of the tennis facility named after him in 1993, features a bronze pilot’s helmet, flight jacket, and hat like what Speicher would have worn. “There’s a legacy here that we have to continue to promote,” “Inspiring all of those who take a moment to come by here to reflect on the contributions of our servicemen and women.” “He was an embodiment of the three values that we hold most dear at Florida State: strength, skill, and character.” -Former FSU President John Thrasher

No visit to the center of campus is complete without stopping by the Legacy Fountain in the middle of Landis Green situa...
08/27/2026

No visit to the center of campus is complete without stopping by the Legacy Fountain in the middle of Landis Green situated south of the Strozier Library and north of Landis Hall. It was dedicated on January 28, 2005, to celebrate the transition from the Florida State College for Women to Florida State University (co-ed). The 3 bronze figures of female students on the north side of the wall of water symbolize the years before 1947 and the 2 female and one male figure on the south side of the water wall represent today’s students. The sculptures are the handiwork of Edward Jonas.

The FSU Labyrinth is located south of West Call Street just east of the FSU College of Medicine and west of Psychology. ...
08/26/2026

The FSU Labyrinth is located south of West Call Street just east of the FSU College of Medicine and west of Psychology. Often confused with a maze, which is a puzzle to be solved, a labyrinth is a path to be followed. It is a winding path moving in turns toward a center point for reflection. The path is unicursal, meaning the ways in and out of the labyrinth are the same. Labyrinths have been used around the world for over 3,500 years. Walking the labyrinth provides an opportunity to reflect, think critically about a question or problem, connect with your physical self, reduce stress, experience gratitude, inspire creativity, or grieve. The Labyrinth changes with each season inviting all to come and walk it for a different experience

The Friendship Garden (also called Memorial Garden) is on the edge of Mina Jo Powell Green southeast of the Longmire Bui...
08/25/2026

The Friendship Garden (also called Memorial Garden) is on the edge of Mina Jo Powell Green southeast of the Longmire Building in front of the College of Music amphitheater. This is a quiet partially shaded site that provides a place to sit and listen to the water trickle from the fountain in honor of all of the students who have passed away while attending Florida State. This memorial was established thanks to Susan James who in 2000 convinced her peers to provide funding for this place of reflection and remembrance. Anton Sonkin, the Associate Director of FSU Grounds and Landscaping designed the Friendship Garden utilizing recycled curb and gutters for benches and recycled sidewalks for the side wall.

This week we will feature some areas of our campus that we enjoy visiting. Today we will briefly look at the Greek Park ...
08/24/2026

This week we will feature some areas of our campus that we enjoy visiting. Today we will briefly look at the Greek Park east of South Gate which is at the intersection of Gray and West Jefferson Streets. This area shaded by tall pines and majestic Live Oaks is dedicated to the university’s legacy sororities and fraternities. 1. The Alpha Delta Pi Meditation Pavilion-usually referred to as "The Gazebo” contains Gothic arches and beautifully designed stained-glass windows crafted and installed by artisans in FSU’s Master Craftsman Studio. 2. Standing in the center of the park is a 15-foot high, multiple-patina bronze statue named “Three Sisters.” This statue was a gift from the sisters of Chi Omega Sorority. 3. The rare Florida native Ashe Magnolia is in the garden. 4. The very rare Florida Torreya tree can be found here. 5. Our Florida native Oak-leaf Hydrangea grows here. 6. George Taber’ Azalea and others bring magic to our springtime. 7. The South Gate was constructed in 1933 as a gift from the Florida State College for Women’s classes of 1933 and 1935. 8. Heirloom Camellias here give us beautiful blooms in the winter and spring.

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