Exceptions were not filed in this case. Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law 1. The findings of fact set forth in the Recommended Order are approved, adopted and incorporated herein by reference. 2. There is competent substantial evidence to support the findings of fact. 3. The conclusions of law set forth in the Recommended Order are approved, adopted and incorporated herein by reference. Order Based upon the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, it is hereby ORDERED and DIRECTED that the Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge is ADOPTED. WHEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY ORDERD AND ADJUDGED: Respondent's employment action is upheld, and Petitioner's Step three grievance is hereby DENIED. DONE and ORDERED this /9TH day of June, 2018. President the Agency this day of June, 2018. FAMU Clerk NOTICE OF RIGHT TO JUDICIAL REVIEW A party who is adversely affected by this Final Order is entitled to judicial review pursuant to Section 120.68, Florida Statutes. Review proceedings are governed by the Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure. Such proceedings are commenced by filing one copy of a notice of appeal with the Agency Clerk of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, Office of the General Counsel, 1700 Lee Hall Drive, Suite 304, FHAC, Tallahassee, Florida 32307, and a second copy, accompanied by filing fees prescribed by law, with the First District Court of Appeal. The Notice of Appeal must be filed within thirty (30) days of rendition of this Final Order. Copy: Ka'juel Washington, Petitioner Shira Thomas, Interim Vice President and General Counsel

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