The start of fall semester brings a new wave of energy to the university. Students return to campus, research kicks into high gear and the football team gets ready to compete. Here are just a few of our favorite moments from August, as captured by FIU photographers Doug Garland, Ben Guzman and Eduardo Merille.
The piano lounge in Graham Center is a hot spot for computer gamers. Photo by Eduardo Merille.
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Thirst for Science: The Department of Biomedical Engineering hosts monthly presentations in hip South Florida locations to let everyone enjoy a drink while learning about the life-impacting research happening at FIU. In August, Professor Ranu Jung talked about circuits in the human nervous system at M.I.A. Brewery.
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Graduate transfer and quarterback James Morgan addresses the media at FIU football’s media day. The new quarterback is in a competition with junior Christian Alexander for the starting job. Photo by Ben Guzman.
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Satheesh Bojja Venkatakrishnan and Rimon Hokayem conduct research in the RF Communications, Millimeter-Wave and Terahertz Laboratory.. Photo by Doug Garland.
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The beginning of fall semester is still the wet season in south Florida. Bringing an umbrella is advised. Photo by Eduardo Merille.
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FIU police chief Alexander Casas steps behind a cashier at Recharge U in Graham Center. Photo by Eduardo Merille.
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Summer showers at sunset can make for some incredible views on campus, like this one over Green Library. Photo by Eduardo Merille.
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