Cornel West and Robert P. George launch Presidential Speaker Series
The political polar opposites inaugurated President Jeanette M. Nuñez’s new series and addressed how we might all “wrestle with ideas” while respecting others’ humanity.
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- "Hey Flavortown!": Guy Fieri Foundation teams up with hospitality students
Hospitality students worked with the Guy Fieri Foundation to run a disaster field kitchen during FIU's 10 annual disaster response field exercise.
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The science behind mental strength and resilience: How pushing through a little physical discomfort gives the brain new ‘reference points’ of tolerance.
- Florida Board of Governors confirms Nuñez as president, announces FIU as top performer among state universities for third year in a row
FIU names its seventh president and earns Florida’s top performance ranking for the third year in a row, reflecting strong gains in student success and outcomes.
- FIU alumni make a difference abroad as Fulbright awardees
Young graduates are fanning out across the globe to teach and conduct research.
- FIU puts students to the test at 10th annual disaster response exercise
FIU marks 10 years of disaster response training with a field exercise preparing students to lead in real-world emergency situations.
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- Welcome to Day One
A new crop of first-time Panthers has landed on campus. FIU News shares a rundown of resources and opportunities they can immediately access as they embark on an exciting journey.
- A message from President Nuñez
The newly appointed seventh president addresses the university community: “We will continue to build a legacy of excellence. Panthers, our vision is clear, our future is bold and our time is now.”
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Student Success
- Exceptional students recognized for leadership, scholarship and spirit
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
- Expanded partnership with CodePath to enrich computer science students’ training in AI, career readiness
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
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Research
- FIU’s Edge Lab is fueling student innovation
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
- Physical therapist mom devises game-changing upper-limb treatment for son
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
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Recent Accolades
- Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management ranks among world’s best in QS World University Rankings
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
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Community & Government Relations
- Green School semester in D.C.: Competitive internship combined with alumni-led classes
Cyber threats have no borders. One hacker in one place can damage an entire company – along with its employees and clients – all over the world.
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