Dreams morph into reality for former foster/homeless students

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Little wishes came true the other day—the kind that lead to bigger things down the road. Twenty-seven young women who either aged out of foster care or experienced homelessness as youth received precision help on the journey to reaching their goals. Standing on a stage in the GC ballroom in front of a supportive crowd, some asked for […]

SPARK with Luly B. is coming to Graham Center!

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On May 4, 2017, FIU alumna Luly Balepogi ‘00 will be creating magic on campus in the Graham Center ballrooms. Spark with Luly B. is an interactive and inspiring one-day workshop, conference and party designed for extraordinary women! The event promotes and encourages self-discovery, confidence, connection and most of all, fun. Twenty years ago, Luly […]

Melissa De Varona ’16 makes a difference

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Donor Spotlight Melissa De Varona ’16 Paul W Bell Middle School, Future Teacher What do you love most about FIU and your involvement here? FIU made my college experience wonderful because the faculty and staff genuinely care about the student’s success. FIU also has great clubs and Greek life which made my time unforgettable. What […]

FIU’s promise to 2017 freshmen: As good as gold

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FIU is making a promise to the 2017 freshman class: if your family cannot help you pay for college, FIU will. Call it a Golden Promise. FIU’s Golden Promise guarantees 2017 freshmen that their tuition will be covered if they are Florida residents and have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of zero on the Free Application for […]

Arvind Parsan ’10, MS ’12 on the importance of giving back

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Donor Spotlight Arvind Parsan ’10, MS ’12 Research and Development Engineer, Bolton Medical   What do you love most about FIU and your involvement here? I love the opportunities and diversity at FIU. In FIU you are exposed to so much culture and knowledge. Whatever you have an interest in, there is a place where you […]

Why Travis Stokes ’09, MPA ’12 gives back

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Donor Spotlight Travis Stokes ’09, MPA ’12 Events and Marketing Manager, FIU Parking and Transportation     What do you love most about FIU and your involvement here?What I love the most is looking back at the groundbreaking impact through my student involvement. While participating in Cheerleading, Student Government and Dance Marathon to name a […]

FIU Alumnus Carlos Becerra Celebrates his Birthday with a Fundraiser for Student Scholarships

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For his 40th birthday, FIU alumnus Carlos Becerra ’98, M.P.A. ’01 did something special for his FIU family. Together with FIU friends at Miami Ironside and Biscayne Bay Brewing Company, Carlos hosted a fundraising event for FIU’s Make a Difference DC Fund. The Make a Difference DC Fund allows first generation students to experience valuable internships […]

Ratcliffe Foundation invests in Arts + Design Incubator at FIU

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FIU’s College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts (CARTA) has partnered with The Philip E. and Carole R. Ratcliffe Foundation Inc., to create an incubator aimed at giving FIU art and design students the tools and support needed to turn their ideas into profitable businesses. With funds from a recent $831,000 gift from the Ratcliffe […]