History is made
Two-time alumna Jeanette M. Nuñez was celebrated at an investiture that recognized all the passion, promise and possibility she brings to her position as seventh president.
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Highlighted Articles
- FIU celebrates investiture of Jeanette M. Nuñez as seventh university president
In her investiture address, the president outlined a bold vision for FIU’s future, focused on student success, research excellence and strategic partnerships.
- FIU’s Wall of Wind: 20 Years of Extreme Weather Science
FIU’s Wall of Wind turns hurricane fury into science, marking 20 years of breakthroughs that strengthen buildings and protect communities.
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Research
- Can we detect Alzheimer’s disease decades before symptoms start?
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.
- How poisoned data can trick AI − and how to stop it
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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Student Success
- “BizLife” a new living-learning community for business majors
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.
- How researchers are helping robots think for themselves to protect the environment
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
- FIU convenes researchers, leaders and investors in support of defense 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.
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