FIU earns No. 1 university ranking in Florida for second year in a row
FIU rises to No. 22 among public universities and No. 54 overall in the nation, recognized for student outcomes, earnings, and academic experience.
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The Latest
- FIU calls upon citizen scientists to help collect data during King Tide
The university is mobilizing volunteers for its 10th annual Sea Level Solutions Day on Oct. 8.
- Coffee got me to the US Open
A hospitality major documented her peers’ success in a coffee cocktail competition on campus and then followed them as they took their winning concoctions to the tennis tournament.
- It’s Croqueta Day in the 305
Time to celebrate! Panthers share just how much they love croquetas — and their favorite campus spots to find the snack.
- Five strategies to add to your daily routine to fight dementia
Researchers examine how poor sleep, gut health and Alzheimer’s are linked.
- ‘How to succeed at Jeopardy!’ from an alumna who competes this week
Lisa Mueller earned an MA in 2019 and a Ph.D. in 2022 and teaches online for FIU. This week, she faces off against two other brainiacs on the hugely popular TV game show.
- Dolphin and whale lovers can track an ocean animal and support FIU research
Researcher Jeremy Kiszka teamed up with a company that makes an app to follow the movements of species at risk. Proceeds from its sale fund the university's marine conservation efforts.
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Highlighted Articles
- Jane Goodall, the gentle disrupter whose research on chimpanzees redefined what it meant to be human
Conservationists everywhere are reminded of Jane Goodall’s legacy: her primate research challenged what it truly means to be human, blending curiosity and compassion.
- In memoriam: The message of hope the late Jane Goodall shared with South Florida
The renowned primatologist and anthropologist died today. She visited FIU in 2023 and addressed the need for action to combat biodiversity loss, stressing that everyone can make a positive impact.
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Student Success
- FIU grad embraces life in FinTech industry
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.
- New student computing org helps student prep for tech careers
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
- Want someone to buy that product? Tell them it’s all wrong for other consumers
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.
- What is precision medicine and how could it help my loved one survive cancer?
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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