FIYou: Jose Toscano ’97

Name: Jose Toscano ’97

Hometown: Miami, Fla.

Job Title/Department: Assistant Director, Campus Life

Campus: Modesto A. Maidique Campus

In a nutshell: I oversee the Student Government Office, advise students on financial matters and assist them with student programming related to the college they represent.

Number of years at FIU: 7

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Advising the students and seeing their projects become a success.

What do you think students and your fellow faculty/staff should know about your department?

We strive daily to ensure that our student population is being represented in matters related to university and statewide policies.

Where is your favorite spot on campus? Why?

The bridge near the Ryder Building. It is a great place to see wildlife.

What is one thing you wish everyone knew about FIU?

I would like people to know that we have some of the most caring and talented staff members around.

How is FIU “Worlds Ahead”?

Seeing our diverse population of students and faculty, “Worlds Ahead” is the perfect way to describe our university and will enhance our future graduating classes’ experience at FIU.

Family snapshot:

I’m married with two beautiful young girls.

Word that best describes you: Witty.

First paying job: I worked at Winn-Dixie.

Favorite TV show: The Simpsons.

What is playing on your iPod?

If I owned one, I would have Pink Floyd, the Rolling Stones and U2 playing all day.

Your proudest accomplishment:

Graduating from my master’s program.

What do you do when you are not working at FIU?

I like to watch historical documentaries and collect antique maps.