Jan. 15: Effects of Everglades Restoration on Sea Level Rise Resilience in Urban Miami

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Coral Gables Museum 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134 Thursday, January 15, 2015 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM “Effects of Everglades Restoration on Sea Level Rise Resilience in Urban Miami” moderated by Evelyn Gaiser, PhD, Professor of Biology, FIU Dr. Evelyn Gaiser is a professor of Biological Sciences and Interim Executive Director of the […]

‘Tis The Season to Give Back

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During the holidays it is always important to remember the real reason for the season: giving back. Whether it was by volunteering or collecting toys for those less fortunate, there was no shortage of good Panther deeds throughout the nation. Here are just some of the ways our regional chapters chose to pay it forward: […]

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 […]

6 Tips for Spending Wisely this Holiday Season

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When holiday music is piped into malls and festive themes accompany some hard-to-miss sales, it’s no wonder people are compelled to overspend during the holidays. Here are six helpful tips to keep help keep your holiday spending in check this season. Start with a list. Even Santa knows it’s wise to make a list (and […]

Sign up for the Women Professionals Mentorship Alliance today!

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The Kopenhaver Center for the Advancement of Women in Communication will be starting a new mentorship program, Women Professionals Mentorship Alliance. The program will be aimed at matching women who have been working 1–3 years in the communications field with seasoned communications professionals with 10+ years of experience. If you are a professional looking for the perfect […]

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 […]