Greek mythology teaches that Prometheus took fire from the gods to hand to civilization and that made possible the transformative innovations we have today. Though Rahul Mittal ’21 hasn’t taken fire from Mount Olympus, he is providing a gift to Panthers that will be life changing. Mittal’s connections to FIU run deep. He was a […]
Meet a new crop of superstars: young alumni who are crushing it
Originally published on September 15, 2023 on news.fiu.edu. After months of anticipation, the FIU Alumni 5 Under 35 recipients have been announced. The 5 Under 35 recipients exemplify FIU’s core values. “FIU is committed to engaging Panthers with their alma mater and recognizing them for their achievements and contributions in their professions and communities,” […]
FIU Alumnus Seeks to Diversify Architecture Field
Rome was not built in a day, and that is something that Malcolm Jones ’18 understands better than most. An accomplished Florida International University alumnus, Jones is an emerging professional, an architect with a newly begun practice – MAJ Arch Design – after receiving his license this February, and he is an adjunct professor for […]
Haitian Alumna Dedicates Career to Serving and Elevating her Community
Haiti has faced numerous trials and tribulations. Four unforgiving tropical cyclones in 2008, a devastating earthquake in 2010, and political turmoil are just some of the difficulties the country has faced in the last 20 years. However, despite hardships, Florida International University graduates like Anne Michaelle Roche MIB ’21 have persevered and given back to […]
FIU Alumni Launches Inaugural PantHER Series Webinar
The Greek philosopher Heraclitus argued that “character is destiny.” If that is true, defining one’s character and destiny is a daunting task for students and young alumni, especially as they enter the professional world. However, through role models and stories of resilience, students and alumni become inspired and empowered, helping develop their character that will […]
Student Ambassador Spotlight: Madalyn Medrano
Student Ambassador Spotlight Madalyn Medrano Expected Graduation Year: 2019 Major: Political Science & Public Relations with a Pre-Law Certificate How would you describe your years as an FIU student? I’m currently on my third year at FIU and I have absolutely loved this past year. I would say that FIU has given me […]
Win a Fully Funded Trip to FIU at DC during Inauguration Week- Essay Information
Undergraduate Student Essay Contest Continuity or Change? Analyzing Public Policy during the Trump Administration Deadline: Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at 5:00PM In what was the most historical election in our nation’s history, Donald Trump was elected the 45th president of the United States. While traditionally, the transition from a democratic to republican president brings more […]
Announcing our 2016 Scholarship Recipients
The FIU Alumni Association proudly announces the 2016 Scholarship Recipients for the Legacy Scholarships. These FIU students were chosen by our Scholarship Committee. Each student has a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Each of our recipients are an FIU legacy, the son/daughter, grandchild or sibling of an FIU alumni. Each recipient will […]
Behind the Scenes: Lod Mosaic Installation
The Installation of Predators and Prey A Roman Mosaic from Lod, Israel February 10, 2016 – May 15, 2016 In 1996, workmen widening the Jerusalem – Tel Aviv road in Lod (formerly Lydda), Israel, made a startling discovery: signs of a Roman mosaic pavement were found about three feet below the modern ground surface. A rescue excavation was conducted immediately by the […]
Edward Blanco ’78 makes a difference
Donor Spotlight Edward Blanco ’78 Former Senior Administrator for the City of Miami What do you love most about FIU and your involvement here? FIU provided a learning environment that spurred me to go back to school to earn a Master’s degree, furthering my education and enhancing my chances for a better job and […]