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The Seminole Creed

The guiding ethical norm at FSU is responsible freedom. *As a member of this community, I promise the following:

I will be honest and truthful at all times and work for personal and institutional integrity at Florida State University .

I will show respect for others, the University, the community, and myself.

I will pursue excellence in my learning and living in the University and beyond.

I will support academic freedom, including the right of dissent and freedom of speech.

I will learn from and about those who are different and work to make the University inclusive.

I will treat others in a fair manner and strive to make the University a community of justice.

I will act as a responsible citizen in the University and beyond, participating in those activities fostering citizenship.

I will take time for adventure, discovery, fun, excitement and friendship.

*See the University’s “Summons to Responsible Freedom” on page 10 of the
2007-2008 Florida State University undergraduate catalog