Chapter Leader Spotlight: Jean Rivers

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Jean Rivers FIU Degree: B.A. in Philosophy Graduation Year: 2004 Member since: 2012 Profession: E-Discovery Specialist at Berg & Androphy and Author Why she joined the FIU Alumni Association: I joined the FIU Alumni Association because I love FIU and everything that it stands for and I want to be part of its continued growth and future success. […]

Student Ambassador Spotlight: Amanda Cantillo

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Student Ambassador Spotlight     Amanda Cantillo Expected Graduation Year: 2016 Major: Event Planning Track in Hospitality & Tourism Management   How would you describe your years as an FIU student? I would describe my time at FIU as a learning experience. My different leadership roles have taught me a lot about myself. The best […]

December 2014 Member Spotlight

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G.C. Murray FIU Degree: B.A. in Humanities, Honors College Graduation Year: 2008 Lifetime Member since: 2014 Profession: Deputy General Counsel for the Florida Justice Association Why he joined the FIU Alumni Association: I would not trade my college experience at FIU with anyone in the world–from pledging Alpha Phi Alpha, to winning Homecoming King twice, to being an RA, […]

Join us for the United Way Silent & Live Auction on Dec. 12

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FIU United Way Silent & Live Auction Friday, December 12, 2014 Reception & Silent Auction: 5 p.m. Live Auction: 6 p.m. Each year, Florida International University supports the United Way with a silent & live auction, which takes place at the Graham Center at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus. Guests enjoy a complimentary beverage and hors d’oeuvres […]

Congratulations to Chair Monestime and Vice Chair Bovo

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Dear FIU family, What a special moment for FIU in the Miami-Dade Commission yesterday: For the first time, an FIU alumnus will chair the commission! Jean Monestime, the commissioner representing District 2, was unanimously elected by his peers to lead this important decision-making body. Commissioner Monestime is a 1995 graduate, with a degree in finance. […]

Alumni in Houston host Chapter Kick-Off

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On October 2nd, about 30 FIU graduates living in Houston gathered to network and reminisce on their FIU experience. A group panthers lead by Jean Rivers has been formed to host programs and events for Houston alumni through out the year. Interested in learning more? Contact Houston Chapter President, Jean Rivers by email at jrivers@bafirm.com.

FIUNYC: How Social Media is Changing PR

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The Greater New York Alumni Chapter joined Ninan Chacko, Global Chief Executive Officer of PR Newswire, and Alex de Carvalho, Knight Innovator in Residence for the FIU School of Journalism & Mass Communication, for an evening of conversation on the state of public relations and how social media has influenced it. Listen to an excerpt from […]

November 2014 Member Spotlight

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Christi Fraga FIU Degree: B.A. in Finance Graduation Year: 2010 Lifetime Member since: 2010 Profession: Vice Mayor for the City of Doral and Entrepreneur Why she joined the FIU Alumni Association: As a Panther, it’s important to stay in touch with my alma mater. I felt the FIU Alumni Association was the best way to keep me informed […]

Register Now for Panther Alumni Week

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We invite you to register as a speaker for Panther Alumni Week (PAW) 2015, FIU’s alumni week of service during which you are invited to return as a guest speaker to inspire our students and share career advice. PAW will give you the opportunity to visit our vibrant campuses, experience today’s FIU and reinvigorate your Panther spirit. You’ll also […]