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Burning Spear supports Florida State University students and highly engaged alumni who actively participate in advancing university goals. The organization is a not-for-profit corporation

comprised of a diverse group of current and former student leaders.

LEADERSHIP

Al Dominguez - Corporate Chair of Burning Spear, Inc.

ALBERTO DOMINGUEZ

CORPORATE BOARD CHAIR

Kaitlynn Adams - Student President of Burning Spear, Inc.

KAITLYNN ADAMS

STUDENT PRESIDENT

SIGNATURE EVENTS

Clock & Seal Logo

Clock and Seal has been a prominent and cherished Homecoming tradition for over thirty years, bringing together the university to celebrate in Florida State University spirit. Attended by a mix of current and past campus leaders, university faculty, staff, and administration.

Guardian of the Flame Horizontal Logo

Established by Burning Spear in 2008, Guardian of the Flame is a premiere event at Florida State University where student leaders honor faculty, administration, and staff members with prestigious awards for their hard work and dedication to our university.

THE SPIRIT DRUM

Spirit Drum Logo
FSU Logo

The Spirit Drum, a long-standing tradition centered on Florida State University athletics, was revived in 1993 by Ms. Liza Park, Mr. Benjamin Crump, and Mr. Brecht Heuchan as part of the Charlie Ward Heisman campaign. The Spirit Drum has been a symbol of university pride for over thirty years, with a newly constructed version built in partnership with the Florida State University Master Craftsman Studio.

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