Career Resources Round Up

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I’m not one to be a gatekeeper. Education and resources need to be accessible, readily available, easy to navigate and applicable. Here are my favorite go-to resources that I refer to clients to learn about themselves, their targeted industries, professional development, career transitions and overall job search strategy. I don’t go to these sites every […]

Four alumni named 2017-2018 foundation board of directors officers

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The FIU Foundation Board of Directors has named four alumni as officers: Richard Brilliant, Humberto “Burt” Cabañas, Andre L. Teixeira, and Jill M. Granat. As officers, the four alumni, who have contributed to FIU and held volunteer leadership roles over the years, are tasked with advancing the university through philanthropy. “It is our privilege to […]

Q&A with FIU alumni and co-owners of the award-winning Temple Street Eatery in Fort Lauderdale, Diego Ng ‘08 and Alex Kuk ‘08

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Get to know the restaurateurs bringing new flavors to Fort Lauderdale’s palate. Cooking up comfort foods reminiscent of their family’s home cooking, Diego Ng ’08 and Alex Kuk ’08 have created an innovative menu introducing flavors with Chinese, Vietnamese and Latin influences. The graduates of the FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management will be giving back […]

Football Game Day Information and Season-Long Promotions

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PANTHER TAILGATING Alumni & general fan tailgating is allowed in all parking lots across FIU campus; however, reserved tailgating stalls are available in designated lots on a season-long or single-game basis in Lot 7, located to the west of Riccardo Silva Stadium, or the general tailgating areas including the Diamond Lot, Nature Trail and Panther […]

12 Steps to Writing a Great Resume

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Having a hard time finding work? Are you filling out application after application and never landing interviews? Maybe it is time to re-think your resume! Whether you are creating your first resume or looking for a few quick tips to give you an edge over the competition, this guide will provide you with some insight […]

Special Pre-sale for ON YOUR FEET! and Exclusive Q&A

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Join your fellow Panthers for a special evening at the Adrienne Arsht Center. We will celebrate the opening night of ON YOUR FEET! The Emilio & Gloria Estefan Musical with an exclusive Q&A with two notable alumni associated with the production, Andy Señor, Jr. ’13, associate director, and Phillip Aleman ’97, national tour press agent. A select group […]

Important updates regarding transcripts and career opportunities

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We’re excited to share two major university updates with you. Both of these updates directly affect the FIU community, including you, our alumni. You no longer need your Panther ID to order FIU transcripts. Additionally, the university has launched a new user-centric and mobile-friendly job board called Handshake. Please read below for full details. It’s […]

It’s easier than ever to order FIU transcripts

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The Office of the Registrar is now live with transcript services from Credentials Solutions. This enhancement will expedite FIU’s transcript ordering and fulfillment processes and enhance the level of service that FIU can provide you. Online ordering dramatically decreases processing time, while electronic sending capability makes delivery virtually instantaneous. FIU’s goal is to streamline the entire process so […]

FIU College of Business is now accepting applications for alumni mentors

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Are you ready to make a difference in the life of an FIU student?  The College of Business is current accepting applications for their Mentor Program! As the deadline approaches, we encourage you to submit your application. Intended to enhance classroom experience, the FIU College of Business Mentor Program connects students with leading executives for one-on-one […]

Hospitality alumni honor mentor, support students, through Rocco Angelo Legacy in Leadership Campaign

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Alumni of the FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management have donated more than half a million dollars to a fund that honors their beloved professor Rocco Angelo, an associate dean who has mentored generations of hospitality students and helped them succeed. Three alumni are leading the way: Burt Cabañas, founder and chairman of BENCHMARK®, a […]