Michael Newsome

Graduate Student Success Advisor
Michael Newsome
Staff
Location
222 RBB
Education

Ed.D. Instructional Learning Systems and Technology, Florida State University (Expected completion: May 2026)
M.S., Curriculum and Instruction, Florida State University (2020)
B.S., Social Science Education, Florida State University (2019)

Areas of Expertise

Professional Development
Career Coaching 
Networking

Michael Newsome is the graduate student success advisor in Business Career Services at Florida State University College of Business. His doctoral research focuses on stakeholder engagement and process improvement within large-scale organizations. Prior to coming to FSU, he was an operations chief in the United States Marine Corps, where his proven leadership and commitment to service helped shape his professional and academic journey.

Interesting Facts

A Tallahassee native and soon to be three-time FSU graduate, Newsome shares his alma mater with his wife, who is an FSU alumna. He spent an entire summer living in Sri Lanka doing humanitarian work and conducting flood relief for rural villages. Outside of his work, he enjoys quality time with his family, a good cup of coffee and helping students achieve their goals.

Honors and Awards

John W. Daves Veterans Support Scholarship Recipient 
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal