FIU’s promise to 2017 freshmen: As good as gold

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FIU is making a promise to the 2017 freshman class: if your family cannot help you pay for college, FIU will. Call it a Golden Promise. FIU’s Golden Promise guarantees 2017 freshmen that their tuition will be covered if they are Florida residents and have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of zero on the Free Application for […]

Spring Forward in Your Career with these Professional Development Events!

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Spring is in full bloom at FIU and so are your opportunities to connect with professionals, meet new colleagues and alumni in our community and beyond. From workshops to webinars to in person events, there is something for everyone this spring at FIU!   Saturday Workshop Series Join us for two interactive professional development workshops! […]

Student Ambassador Spotlight: Madalyn Medrano

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Student Ambassador Spotlight     Madalyn Medrano Expected Graduation Year: 2019 Major: Political Science & Public Relations with a Pre-Law Certificate   How would you describe your years as an FIU student? I’m currently on my third year at FIU and I have absolutely loved this past year. I would say that FIU has given me […]

FIU Ropes Course and Experiential Learning Center (TRAC) offering a 10% discount to FIU alumni

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Have you visited the FIU Ropes Course and Experiential Learning Center (TRAC) on the Biscayne Bay Campus yet? Team building programs focuses on human development and group dynamics, fostering professional and personal development. Participants will learn new skills through a series of adventure-based activities that provide training in leadership, teambuilding, communication and conflict resolution skills.     The facilitators […]

Aventura Marketing Council invites you to a networking event

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  You’re invited to an exciting business expo networking event on Wednesday, March 29! The Aventura Marketing Council (AMC) has garnered accolades and awards for their outstanding networking events, and AMC wants you to join for opportunities to build relationships in the community, expand your network and grow your business. The event is free, with […]

Enter for a chance to win a pair of AMC movie tickets!

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Alumni, update your contact information and enter the promo code “AMC” at the top of the form for your chance to win two (2) AMC movie tickets! Visit our alumni benefits page to see all of our great Panther Perks, including deals and discounts on auto, dining, shopping and travel.   Click here to update your contact information and remember […]

Photographs of Berenice Abbott’s Famous East Coast Road Trip Make a Pit Stop in Miami, Summer 2017

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Berenice Abbott’s Route 1 at The Wolfsonian, Summer 2017 North and South: Berenice Abbott’s U.S. Route 1 (June 9–October 8, 2017) reveals daily life in 1950s America from Key West to northern Maine MIAMI BEACH (February 7, 2017) — The Wolfsonian–Florida International University is pleased to be the Summer 2017 destination for North and South: […]

Discovered: Possible new species of hammerhead shark

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DNA finding could have major implications for conservation Scientists have discovered what they believe to be a new species of hammerhead shark, prompting concerns about the species’ vulnerability and whether conservation practices in place today are widespread enough to protect them. The bonnethead, a small species of hammerhead shark found in the United States, Bahamas, […]

The Panther Valentine’s Day gift guide

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Looking for a way to wow this Valentine’s Day? Explore our special offers to find the perfect gift for your Panther sweetheart – or treat yourself! These companies are proud partners of the FIU Alumni Association and proceeds from each sale will benefit our programs.   An elegant addition to any ensemble. Explore the Herff Jones […]

Arvind Parsan ’10, MS ’12 on the importance of giving back

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Donor Spotlight Arvind Parsan ’10, MS ’12 Research and Development Engineer, Bolton Medical   What do you love most about FIU and your involvement here? I love the opportunities and diversity at FIU. In FIU you are exposed to so much culture and knowledge. Whatever you have an interest in, there is a place where you […]