Dining with 12 Panthers: Jason Auricchio ’07 & Roy Perez

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By Ashley Blake, Junior | Edited by Natalie Montaner On November 10, the FIU Alumni Association hosted a Dining with 12 Panthers (D12) with alumnus Jason Auricchio ’07 & his colleague Roy Perez. Besides the amazing food, the event was phenomenal. As students, we know it’s important to use the information learned in class, but […]

FIU Scholarship Fishing Tournament Poster Contest – $500 Scholarship Available

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To help commemorate the 14th Annual FIU Scholarship Fishing Tournament, the FIU Alumni Association is asking student artists to create unique and original artwork inspired by FIU and the fishing community. One winner will receive a $500 scholarship, to be awarded at the dock party and for the Fall 2016 semester.  Suggested Theme & Style Guidelines We’re looking […]

Students Become Advocates for the Disabled in Europe

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Getting around in a wheelchair can be draining – especially when traveling abroad. “You’d think you’re there sitting and relaxing but it takes a lot out of your body,” said Juan Agudelo, 24, a senior majoring in recreational therapy. “The constant vibration of the wheelchair, the up and down at sidewalks, going over curbs all […]

Announcing our 2015 Scholarship Recipients

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The FIU Alumni Association proudly announces the 2015 Scholarship Recipients for the Legacy Scholarships.   These FIU students were chosen by our Scholarship Committee made up of Alumni Association members.  Each student is an active member of the Student Alumni Association with grade point average of 3.0 or higher.  Each of our recipients are an FIU […]

Announcing your FIU Student Alumni Association Executive Board

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     The FIU Student Alumni Association recently held elections for executive board members. The Executive Board is responsible for hosting events and programs to benefit you, our SAA members!  Be sure to send them an email with suggestions of events, programs and ideas you would like to see them implement.  Kandys Temes, President | president.fiusaa@gmail.com Kandys […]

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 […]

FIU Student Ambassadors meet with alumna Alexis Maloney

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Special thanks to FIU alumna, Alexis Maloney ’04 MS ’08 for meeting with our FIU Student Ambassadors during their trip to the CASE Affiliated Student Advancement Programs conference in Orlando. Thank you for sharing your time and success stories. We had a great time dining, chatting and getting to know you! Learn more about our […]

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 […]

2014-2015 FIU Ambassadors Announced

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Established 8 years ago, the University Ambassadors is an organization that exemplifies the FIU motto – “Worlds Ahead”.  Since its inception, it has been FIU’s premiere student leader organization. To be selected as an Ambassador is an honor, a privilege and an excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth.  To be an FIU Student Ambassador […]