By Jessica Hayek | Staff Writer The Parodi Costume Collection in Edgewater is currently exhibiting “In Praise of Ma,” an ode to traditional Japanese aesthetics that displays garments by Comme des Garçons, Issey Miyake and Yohji Yamamoto. Within the exhibition is a Zen garden, where a half mannequin wearing a Comme des Garçons dress from […]
By Alexia Bedassie | Contributing Writer Can your cult survive the blizzards of Woolhaven? Massive Monster presents its players with a chilling new challenge for their cults. On January 22, the developer team, Massive Monster, released their new DLC for their game, Cult of the Lamb, called Woolhaven. Bringing a new level of difficulty to […]
In attempts to make schools safer against active shooters, the Florida House is advancing a new policy that could allow faculty and teachers to open-carry on school grounds. Danette Heredia | Staff Writer HB 757 is a wide-ranging bill that introduces numerous initiatives to enhance campus safety, including new emergency response plans, family reunification plans, […]
Guest Op-Ed Writer | Tia Díaz-Balart Early detection truly can save lives —and it’s one of the most powerful tools we have. As a 15-year survivor of stage 3 breast cancer, I’m living proof that getting ahead of this disease makes all the difference. It is concerning to see younger Americans facing cancer at higher […]
Ginevra Gil | Staff Writer Following a statement-winning two-game stretch, women’s basketball will carry its winning momentum on the road as Conference USA play intensifies. The FIU Panthers (14-8, 7-4 CUSA) will face league leader Louisiana Tech (17-5, 10-1 CUSA) on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 7:30 p.m., before traveling to Sam Houston (14-7, 7-3 CUSA) […]
Miami’s social media scene fuels a new wave of FIU student success. Gabriella Mateo | Staff Writer At Florida International University, social media has become a growing career option for students looking for unconventional routes to success, with various students growing their followings to over 100,000. Due to the university’s ideal Miami location, FIU was […]
By Lea Abito | Contributing Writer From long-awaited sequels to new projects, book adaptations and the return of iconic directors, 2026 is a big year for the silver screen. Below are five of the most anticipated films of the year: Project Hail Mary Movie poster for “Project Hail Mary” | Image via Sony Pictures UK […]
By Standia Louis | Contributing Writer Making the Dean’s list is no small achievement. It represents hours of dedication, countless late nights studying and a strong commitment to academic success. To acknowledge this achievement, the FIU College Panhellenic Council decided to award its fellow sisters with a sweet treat. On Thursday, Jan. 22, the CPC […]
By Kate Anastasia Le | Staff writer Students combine creativity with community service Florida International University students recently took part in a hands-on volunteer event focused on making toys for dogs, combining creativity with community service. The event was organized by the Volunteer Action Club (VAC), a student-led organization dedicated to service and civic engagement. […]
Campus ceremony marks Reagan’s 115th birthday with monument unveiling. Candela Maceda | Staff Writer On Friday, February 6, Florida International University revealed a statue of U.S President Ronald Reagan. A ceremony honoring what would have been the President’s 115th birthday took place at FIU’s Ronald Reagan Presidential House. The 7.8-foot-tall bronze statue was donated by […]
Contributing Writer |Ryan Ziwa I can already hear my heart flutter as the day I have to confront the absence of romantic love in my life approaches…more commonly known as Valentine’s Day. While others make reservations, attempt to hide gifts, and clean their camera lenses, I struggle to justify my continued lack of a romantic […]
PantherNOW Editorial Board Once a gateway to global education, FIU’s international spirit is diminishing due to a series of state and federal policies closing the door on students and faculty worldwide. Last year, a federal judge upheld the Trump administration’s authority to increase the H-1B visa fee from $250 to a dramatic $100,000 for employers […]
