Marva Johnson has been named Florida A&M University’s 13th president following a candidacy met with major pushback and opposition from many in the community.

Here's what others in the FAMU community and beyond are saying about Marva Johnson's ascension to the highest of seven hills.

While speaking to trustees, Johnson said her five-year goal for FAMU would be to take it on a “path to preeminence” by growing its brand, curriculum, investment resources and research.