BIO

Joaquim Ribeiro is a Sophomore dual degree student. They are involved in a number of programs at the university, including Noles Undergraduate Fellows Program, and the Global Scholars Program. They would like to continue participating in research in their fields of study.

Legacy in Motion: Exploring the Bond between Miss Florida Seminole and FSU Homecoming

Abstract

This research examines the special origins and history of the
relationship between Florida State University (FSU) and the Seminole
Tribe of Florida, with a specific focus on how the Miss Florida
Seminole Pageant was included in the university's homecoming
celebrations. This tradition, which dates back many years to the
Seminole Tribe, has developed into the most enduring bond between
the Tribe and the University. Through the examination of tribal media
like The Seminole Tribune, online newspaper databases, FSU
Flambeau, and archival papers housed in the FSU archives, researchers
hope to learn more about the historical significance of this cultural
exchange. To shed light on the untold stories of Seminole women and
their families, researchers are closely studying photos, letters, and
documents related to Miss Florida Seminole's participation in FSU's
homecoming. The purpose of this project is to improve our
understanding of the special relationship that exists between the
Seminole Tribe and Florida State University. It will also offer important
insights into the cultural, social, and historical consequences of this
relationship.The goal is to create a consistent story that will be studied
for many decades by carefully going through tribal newspapers and
other historical documents. This strategy will highlight the historical
development of the Miss Florida Seminole legacy and emphasize the
value of cross-cultural collaboration in creating a mutual
understanding.Our research seeks to close historical gaps, support
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cultural preservation efforts, and highlight the longstanding connection
between Florida State University and the Seminole Tribe of Florida.

Keywords: History, Homecoming, Tribe