Torch Awards Gala benefits student scholarships and alumni center

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In addition to paying tribute to our outstanding alumni, the 14th Annual Torch Awards Gala will support FIU’s First Generation Scholarship Fund and the Alumni Center Building Fund, which will serve as a central gathering space for students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends. More than 50% of FIU undergraduate students will be the first generation in […]

From FIU to Google

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Hector Mujica ’11 is very familiar with leaving his comfort zone. In fact, as Google’s Social Responsibility Strategist & Policy Lead for U.S. Hispanic Community Outreach, Mujica thinks it is vital for one’s success and self-growth. Had he stayed within comfortable confines, Mujica might have not done public policy work for a Congresswoman, worked at […]

New FIU Appointment

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Saif Y. Ishoof as FIU’s Vice President for Engagement. Saif is currently executive director of City Year Miami, a nonprofit organization that partners with public schools to keep students on track to graduate through a corps of highly-trained young adults who support at-risk students by serving […]

Young Alumni Make Connections

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On Thursday, February 26, the FIU Young Alumni Council hosted their first event of 2015 at Lexus of North Miami. Graduates gathered over some great food and music to catch up, share their experiences and build valuable connections to keep pushing their careers forward. Alumnus Joaklin Raphael ’09 mentioned, “It’s great to reconnect with other young […]

March 2015 Member Spotlight

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Betty Perry FIU Degree: B.S. in Nursing Graduation Year: 1974 Lifetime Member since: 1978 Profession: Founding First Lady of Florida International University Why she joined the FIU Alumni Association: Part of my DNA. Keeping in touch! What does FIU mean to her: Chuck and I moved to Miami in 1969 when FIU was but a gleam in our eyes. […]

Apply to be a 2015 TEDxFIU speaker today!

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Applications are now open for the 2015 TEDxFIU. Faculty, students and alumni are encouraged to apply to take the stage and share their great idea during our live event on Nov. 5 at the Wertheim Performing Arts Center. The theme for TEDxFIU 2015 is Always Forward, a nod to the future. As FIU celebrates 50 […]

Alumni “tap” into their Panther Network at MIA Brewing Company

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On Thursday, February 26, the FIU Alumni Association partnered with The College of Architecture + The Arts (CARTA) to host a Networking Happy Hour at MIA Bruhaus Taproom owned by one of our proud CARTA alumni, Eddie Leon.  FIU alumni, members and guests had the opportunity to “tap” into their Panther Network, while enjoying an amazing craft […]

Thomas Jelke to be recognized by Florida International University with Distinguished Alumni Award

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The Florida International University Alumni Association will be presenting Thomas Jelke, Ph.D. ’90 with a Distinguished Alumni award during FIU’s fourteenth annual Torch Awards Charity Gala on Saturday, March 28, 2015. This award recognizes alumni who have brought honor and distinction to the university through their notable record of service and achievement in a particular […]

Jesus Vazquez to be recognized by Florida International University with Distinguished Alumni Award

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The Florida International University Alumni Association will be honoring Jesus Vazquez ’85 with a Distinguished Alumni award during FIU’s fourteenth annual Torch Awards Charity Gala on Saturday, March 28, 2015. This award recognizes alumni who have brought honor and distinction to the university through their notable record of service and achievement in a particular discipline, […]

Robert Scavone Jr. to be recognized by Florida International University with Distinguished Alumni Award

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The Florida International University Alumni Association will be presenting Robert Scavone Jr., J.D. ’12 with a Distinguished Alumni award during FIU’s fourteenth annual Torch Awards Charity Gala on Saturday, March 28, 2015. This award recognizes alumni who have brought honor and distinction to the university through their notable record of service and achievement in a […]