Football takes it down to the wire against Liberty Flames
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer No one thought this game would make it to overtime. The FIU football team was going on the road to…
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Celebrating cultural connections: LSU hosts panel discussing Afro-Latino culture and challenges
SAVE repayment plan rescinded, leaving students in limbo
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FIU’s on the rise and our expectations are going up with it
Ruth Santana | Staff Writer Once upon a time, FIU’s reputation was nothing spectacular and now it has reached its best ranking yet. In 2023,…
October events: celebrating Hispanic Heritage and spooky season!
Duvasana Bisoondial | Staff Writer Fall semester is in full swing as we head into Hispanic Heritage Month and Halloween season! Here are some October…
“Cypress Hill III: Temples of Boom” turns funky raps into frightening realities
Dylan Masvidal | Staff Writer If De La Soul declared three to be the “magic number,” Cypress Hill saw it as witchcraft, moving them closer…
Riding our elevators is a downer
PantherNOW Editorial Board For students, staff and faculty riding our elevators in recent years, the experience has gone down, down, down. FIU needs to be…
Elevator certificates remain expired despite maintenance completed – are they still safe?
Conor Moore | News Director Nearly a dozen elevators at FIU display expired certificates, despite completed inspections. However, some elevators, like the ones in Primera…
Panther prayers answered: Football gets a pivotal win against Louisiana Tech
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer The Panthers’ defense had a lot of weight on their shoulders. Though the FIU football team was leading the Louisiana…
Football opens Conference USA play against Louisiana Tech
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer The FIU football team is playing the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs on Saturday, Sep. 28, 2024, at Pitbull Stadium in Miami….
FIU celebrates status as official top 50 university
Anika Chowdhury | Contributing Writer Florida International University recently celebrated a major achievement on campus, honoring its recognition as one of the Top 50 public…
FIU Theatre Preview: mystery and intrigue in “John Proctor is the Villain”
Gabriela Danger | Assistant Entertainment Director Even a place like a high school English classroom can be full of twists and turns. Or so that’s…
“Megalopolis”: an amusing headache rather than an enlightenment piece
Dylan Masvidal | Staff Writer “What planet am I on? Is this truly Francis Ford Coppola’s swan song? Why does Shia LaBeouf have no eyebrows?” …
Cut down on ridiculous job requirements
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer As I scroll through Handshake, I realize that I’m not qualified for half of these jobs— and that is terrifying. …
2024-27 Collective Bargaining Agreement ratified, granting all faculty a series of raises and one-time bonus
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer FIU’s Faculty Senate and Board of Trustees ratify the new BOT-UFF Collective Bargaining Agreement, ensuring raises for all faculty and…
Catastrophe in the cage: football falls to Monmouth
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer The fans that packed Pitbull Stadium for homecoming week were probably not expecting the FIU football team to be trailing…
FIU Alum Gabriel Rhenals Showcases New Film “Death Cleaning”, Recorded on $55 Camcorder
Cosette Lipscomb | Staff Writer Art can be expressed in many different forms, but all serve one purpose: to inspire. Gabriel Rhenals, a Florida International…
School Spirit Soars at Pitbull Stadium – Homecoming Game 2024
Emilie Gonzalez | Contributing Writer Do you remember this 21st night of September? Students, faculty, and alumni were able to cheer on their very own…
Spiked down: Women’s volleyball comes up empty in 305 Challenge
Ellie Cardelle | Staff Writer Women’s volleyball fell short against Texas Tech, Arkansas and the University of Miami in a three-day, three-game series taking place…
The Uncaging: Panthers Ignite the Spirit of Homecoming
Jonathan Davis | Staff Writer FIU hosted its annual Uncaging event, a vibrant celebration that embodies the essence of Panther spirit and community engagement. The…
Former DEA agents speak to their experiences capturing Pablo Escobar
Christopher Madrid | Contributing Writer Retired DEA agents Steve Murphy and Javier Peña once helped bring down Pablo Escobar. Now, they’re speaking across the country…
Why did FIU take so long to announce bridge reconstruction?
Ruth Santana | Staff Writer FIU has swept discussions to build a new bridge under the rug and students are just finding out about it…
VIDEO: On The Spot: What did students think about the most recent presidential debate?
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Football faces Monmouth Hawks for homecoming week
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer Two people will be honored as homecoming king and queen this Saturday, but only one team can be crowned the…
Food, Culture, and Panther Pride Flood BBC
Emilie Gonzalez and Sofia Bellon | PantherNOW Staff Writers The Taste of the Bay, hosted by FIU’s Homecoming council at the Biscayne Bay Campus, featured…
Homecoming Court Dazzles at the 2024 Crown Event
Sophia Noya | Staff Writer All eyes were on the Homecoming court at the annual Crown event as they answered trivia, strutted runways, and flaunted…
Rising Stars! 2024 Panther’s Got Talent
Kelly Ho | Staff Writer Original raps, angelic singing, and dance competitions. Panther’s Got Talent went off with a bang! Taking place on Sept. 15…
Overworking ourselves isn’t the only way to succeed
Linette Garcia | Contributing Writer I’ve been romanticizing hustler culture for a few years, but it’s putting me in a severe burnout state. There’s a…
In case you missed it: FIU and Alienware open the doors to the future of FIU Esports
Sofia Bellon | Staff Writer In a celebration of esports on National Video Game Day, FIU came together with computer hardware company Alienware on Sep….
“Timecop” Turns Back the Clock to a Better Time for the Action Genre
Dylan Masvidal | Staff Writer Suppose you’ve hung around me for longer than a nanosecond. In that case, the deranged ramblings of a man longing…
SGA Senators voice mixed response toward recent Board of Governors actions
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer FIU’s Student Senate recently passed on a resolution dedicated to their appreciation towards everyone involved in the journey of the…
Men’s soccer scrapes by UCF, 4-3
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-chief Men’s soccer took down the #10 UCF Knights 4-3 in a thrilling back-and-forth match on Wednesday, Sep. 11, 2024 at Leyva…
Hispanic Heritage Month is the time to reclaim our culture
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer To anyone who grew up as the “no sabo” kid, you don’t have to miss out on Hispanic Heritage Month….
Football heads north to face FAU in the Shula Bowl rivalry
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer The FIU football team travels to Boca Raton to play the Florida Atlantic Owls on Saturday, Sep. 14, 2024, at…
Alienware Esports Lounge is a game-changer for students
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer When I heard about the opening of the new Alienware Esports Lounge at the Graham Center, I was excited. This…
GALLERY: Women’s soccer takes down SEMO 3-0 for second-straight win
Luke Hall | Photographer Women’s soccer defeated Southeast Missouri State 3-0 on Thursday, Sep. 12 at Leyva Family Field at the FIU Soccer Stadium. Senior…
Football, faith and fatherhood: the journey of Jeramy Passmore
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer Senior Jeramy Passmore knows what it means to hit hard. He’s a defensive lineman for the football team which means…
Books & Books Welcomes FIU Creative Writing Alumni
Sophia Noya | Staff Writer Jemercis Lazo reads her writing to the audience | Sophia Noya, PantherNow As part of the annual Writers on the…
Defense rules the day in football’s 52-16 win over Central Michigan
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer The FIU football team recorded a 52-16 win in its home opener against the Central Michigan Chippewas on Saturday, Sep….
Starting the Fall 2024 Semester Strong: Here are Some Stupendous September Events!
Duvasana Bisoondial | Staff Writer The 2024 fall semester has officially begun! As classes start picking up the pace, here are some September events to…
“Hopeful”: FIU students relieved as Bangladesh enters a new political era
Fariha Tasnim Amir | Staff Writer Following the end of the deadly student-led protests of Bangladesh, the country’s political landscape takes a refreshing turn with…
Women’s soccer dominates SLU in home opener
Bautista Samperi | Contributing writer The FIU women’s soccer team won its first home game of the season 6-1 against the Southeastern Louisiana Lions. After…
And so it continues: FIU faculty navigate statewide anti-Semitism review
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer As Florida’s statewide review of course material at public universities continues, FIU finds itself at the center of controversy. The…
Enrollment up, advisors down: FIU’s growing problem
Ruth Santana | Staff Writer It’s recommended to meet with an advisor at least once every semester, but it’s nearly impossible. The last time I…
Women’s soccer hosts Southeastern Louisiana in home opener
Bautista Samperi | Contributing writer The Panthers are itching to make a statement against Southeastern Louisiana as they face the Lions for the first time…
Football kicks off the Pitbull Stadium era against Central Michigan
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer The FIU football team is going up against the Central Michigan Chippewas in its home opener on Saturday, Sep. 7,…
Homecoming 2024– What to Keep an Eye Out for
Kaysea Suzana | Entertainment Director Florida humidity make way–the next thing hot for FIU is Homecoming 2024! Starting off our calendar is the culture-driven culinary…
“Killers” director Laura Banguero finds her calling at FIU
Duvasana Bisoondial | Staff Writer While many end their educational journey after their undergraduate years, the curtains have not closed on Laura Banguero. After recently…
Football loses star linebacker ahead of home season opener
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-chief FIU football linebacker Reginald Peterson announced via Instagram on Sep. 4 that he will be stepping away from football. …
Breaking news: collapsed FIU bridge set to be rebuilt in October
Gabriella Mateo | Staff Writer Six years ago, a pedestrian bridge built by FIU collapsed and killed six people, including university student Alexa Duran. At…
“The Crow” Remake Alternates Between Uninspired Schlock and Narrative Desecration
Dylan Masvidal | Staff Writer Regarding rancid studio-driven “reimaginings,” few feelings come close to the high one gets as they let loose a proverbial pit…
Pickleball club brings students together
Brandon Gonzalez | Contributing writer A chorus of clacks sounds as a rainbow of colored paddles hits a yellow ball over a net. The honks…
FIU Theatre– What’s in Store for 2024-25?
Gabriela Danger | Assistant Entertainment Director With fall semester beginning again, FIU Theatre has announced its major productions for its 2024-2025 season, its 51st one. …
Despite controversy last year, FIU runners march on
Aniela Cabrera | Contributing Writer Last year, FIU runners reported poor conditions and a lack of facilities to train. A year later, here is what’s…
GALLERY: First Night clubs, performances and more at Pitbull Stadium
Cherish Lake | Contributing Writer First Night was this past Monday at Pitbull stadium, and many of FIU’s clubs, student organizations, and teams came out…
Student Perspective: Online students are missing out on everything
Linette Garcia | Contributing Writer As the new school year kicks off, I find myself with an extreme case of FOMO as an online student. …
Nostalgic memories and the true essence of Parannoul
Bryan Baste | Staff Writer Parannoul is a shoegaze, noise pop, emo artist from South Korea, and while they are a recent success, with their…
FIU Roundnet Club: Friendly game meets high-intensity competition
Bautista Samperi | Contributing writer Four friends circle around a trampoline-like net. Their quick, sharp breaths are drowned out by the sound of a ball…
Why didn’t FIU have any printers last summer?
Magali Zoghaib | Staff Writer Since June 1, 2024, FIU has been without on-campus printing services due to the permanent closure of Ricoh which operated…
GALLERY: Men’s soccer drops to Seton Hall in season opener
Norman Mayorga | Contributing Photographer The FIU men’s soccer team dropped its season opener 1-0 to Seton Hall on Thursday, Aug. 22. Here’s some snapshots…
The Beastie Boys became undeniable on III Communication
Dylan Masvidal | Staff Writer 30 years is a mighty long time. One second, the Knicks are making the NBA Finals; the next, it becomes…
Anxiety is more serious than you think
Megan Long | Contributing Writer Mental health has been disregarded long enough and even though society is becoming more accepting, there is still much to…
The Pitbull Stadium collab is shallow
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer While a celebrity endorsement sounds great, this partnership rubs me the wrong way. The FIU Stadium being dedicated to Pitbull…
Beabadoobee, riding on the tail end of a summer full of new releases
Aniela Cabrera | Contributing Writer August 9th marked the release of Beabadoobee’s third album “This is How Tomorrow Moves” and I think it’s her best…
Alleged anti-Semitism controversy at FIU ignites statewide review of course material
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer As state authorities undertake a targeted review of university curriculum across Florida, attention has been drawn to all courses statewide….
Fashion micro-trends are killing our identities
Linette Garcia | Contributing Writer Bloke-core, mob wife, office siren, indie sleaze, “Sawako-core” — fashion trends seem to come and go at lightning speed these…
FIU is setting graduate students up for failure
Andrea Rodriguez Romero | Contributing Writer As an upcoming senior with hopes of staying at my Alma Mater for my Master’s degree, to find out…
Deadpool & Wolverine is a bloodbath of fun
Sophia Noya | Staff Writer Thank goodness for Marvel and their endless sequels! Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman join forces in director Shawn Levy’s Deadpool…
The booted cars apocalypse is never-ending
Cherish Lake | Contributing Writer We all know the struggle of driving all over campus for a decent parking spot, but to see a perfect…
Donald Trump is weird – I can’t wait to vote for brat
Conor Moore | News Director Last year, I saw Kamala Harris speak at FIU and I wasn’t particularly impressed – the event was disorganized and…
Here’s everything you need to know about the Pitbull-FIU partnership
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-chief On Aug. 6, American rapper Armando Christian Perez, known as Pitbull, held a press conference in Tamiami Hall on Modesto Maidique…
Florida revises labor laws, allowing teens to work full-time
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer Florida passed 167 new bills targeting proper overtime compensation and teens in the workplace to accommodate for the rising prices…
Trap is a hoot of a tour inside the Shyamalan funhouse
Dylan Masvidal | Staff Writer What does it mean to embody the duality of man? For M. Night Shyamalan, that answer came in the form…
Breaking: FIU Stadium to be renamed “Pitbull” Stadium
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-chief American rapper Armando Christian Perez, professionally known as Pitbull or “Mr. Worldwide,” announced a special collaboration between himself and FIU Athletics…
FIU swimmers Nicole Frank and Oumy Diop compete in 2024 Paris Olympics
Will Duval | Summer 2024 Sports Director While the Olympics only happen every four years, two FIU swimmers came across a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Junior swimmers…
Jump into the School Year with These Awesome August Events
Liana Estenoz | Contributing Writer The summer semester has come to a close, and the campus is getting ready for the fall semester to start….
We’re allowed to spoil ourselves
Megan Long | Contributing Writer Life shouldn’t be spent behind a computer, wasting away and never having life experiences. It’s an expensive world out there,…
DeSantis’ $32 million art budget veto is disgraceful
PantherNOW Editorial Board On June 12, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed the state’s $32 million art funding from the legislature-approved 2024-2025 budget. Nearly two months…
Is creativity in danger?
Ruth Santana | Staff Writer As AI is being pushed on us more and more, how will it affect creatives? There are already legal disputes…
Political violence is getting out of hand
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer It’s getting more and more dangerous to be involved in politics. The division between parties is keeping us from discussing…
Dylan’s Dorm: A Talk with Tajai Massey
In this PantherNOW exclusive interview, entertainment writer Dylan Masvidal chats with Tajai Massey, one of the founding members of the underground hip-hop group Souls of…
Bass Drop University: Disappointed, but not surprised
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer From allowing students in for free in 2022 to now charging students over $40 for a glorified parking lot concert,…
The Bando Stone: the final hurrah for Mr. Gambino
Bryan Baste | Contributing Writer Bringing a bombastic ending, Childish Gambino bangs out his final album. Donald Glover is a multi-talented individual, with numerous TV…
“Simply Inhumane”: Bloody protests in Bangladesh leaves FIU students distressed
Fariha Tasnim Amir | Staff Writer With the ongoing quota protest in Bangladesh taking a violent turn, international students here on campus are expressing their…
Enter: FIU’s Summer Theatre Camp
Kelly Ho | Contributing Writer Celebrating its eighth anniversary, the FIU Summer Theatre Club takes this opportunity to reflect on the journey it has undertaken…
Police Chief Casas returns from leave
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-chief FIU Police Department Chief Alexander Casas returned to duty on July 1 after being placed on leave by the university back…
Coffee lovers united at FIU’s Biscayne Bay Campus for a caffeineted close to the summer term
Dennisse Diaz | Contributing Writer Housing robust flavors, the Coffee Guild hosted a tasting event last Thursday, July 18th, at Biscayne Bay Campus to teach…
Clairo’s “Charm” flirts with a new sound
Allyson Ifergan | Staff Writer Clairo’s latest album, “Charm” is a new lease on her sound, exponentially adding to the discussion of shaky beginning stages…
Tourism in Miami is a problem
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Miami is one of the hottest vacation destinations to visit during the summer, but its allure comes with a price….
Social skills aren’t an option, it’s a necessity
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer Here’s the hard truth, our tech savviness doesn’t cover the fact that we lack social skills for the real world….
salvia palth’s “last chance to see”, and his allergy to capitalizing titles
Kaysea Suzana | Entertainment Director Consisting of a tactful trifecta of identities: salvia palth; Adore,1996, and his own identity: Daniel Johann Lines, this New Zealand…
FIU Faculty Senate approves modifications of UCC Social Science Courses in accordance to new Florida statute
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer FIU Faculty Senate met on Zoom Tuesday to vote on the approval or rejection of numerous courses, and whether they…
Knowing lie from truth is imperative
Ruth Santana | Staff Writer Election day is approaching and the dangers of misinformation and censorship are spreading like wildfire. It makes sense that politicians…
All you need is confidence: A look through The Wizard of Oz
Kelly Ho | Contributing Writer “The Wizard of Oz” is a nostalgic yet timeless classic that captured the hearts of generations, through the trials and…
Miami Dade sheriff elections – new beginnings?
Fariha Tasnim Amir | Staff Writer With the Miami-Dade Sheriff election coming up, FIU hosted an official town hall event on campus for the 5…
Temperature extremes are making it challenging to survive this heatwave
Magali Zoghaib | Staff Writer It’s official: 2024 will most probably outrank 2023 as the hottest year since record-keeping began in 1850. There is a…
Public transportation shouldn’t be hard to get right
Cherish Lake | Contributing Writer Miami public transportation is an issue that is long overdue for a solution. In a city that heavily depends on…
Hard Seltzers or handcrafted? Students compare cocktails at FIU Bartender’s Guild meeting
Sofia Bellon | Contributing Writer In a joint workshop and general body meeting on Tuesday, July 2, the Bartenders Guild engaged attendees in a lively…
Performative activism isn’t enough to make a change
Ruth Santana | Staff Writer Injustices aren’t a trend and they shouldn’t be treated as one. Though all activism is important, the main goal is…
We’re losing the human touch and it’s depressing
Megan Long | Contributing Writer The human touch is disappearing before our eyes as we grow dependent on technology. If you’re anything like me, you…
It’s recruiting season in college football: Recapping football’s June commitments
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer In the thick of the 2024 offseason, the FIU football team continues to build out their roster by adding depth…
The debate was a joke but the issues aren’t
Heidi Cuevas | Opinion Director The long-awaited presidential debate was last Friday and no less than 24 hours after was my feed filled with jokes…
Nearly 200 new state laws just went into effect – here’s what some of them are
Fariha Tasnim Amir | Staff Writer With governor Ron DeSantis signing 200 new laws into action, a plethora of issues are expected to be addressed,…
Grant / McGuire/ Flaherty: Pre-war Blues, 21st century rags
Conor Moore | News Director Grant / McGuire / Flaherty harkens back to–and sounds like–the time in American history when songs were recorded with tin…
The debate made me lose faith as a voter
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Thanks to the disastrous presidential debate, our confidence in either candidate is waning fast. Voting for the 2024 presidential candidate…
Seize the day, make your lives extraordinary: A look at Dead Poets Society
Sophia Noya | Contributing Writer Dead Poets Society celebrated its 35th anniversary this month. Peter Weir’s film follows a New England boarding school in the…
Coffee Hour: The poetry of the Caribbean sparks necessary conversations
Yamila Lascano | Contributing Writer As we come to a close on Caribbean Heritage Month, The CSE hosted a unique version of their series titled…
FIU rewarded $25 million in funding after becoming Preeminent State Research University
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer Florida International University is now considered the youngest of the four schools to join the prestigious group of Preeminent State…
Women deserve better in the workplace
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer To any woman who has been harassed at work, you’re not the only one. It’s far too common and it…
From letters to social action: FIU class partners with Exchange for Change
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer Writing is a pillar of sharing the human experience. It has the power to connect, educate, and transform lives. At…
Top Events to Check Out on Campus in July
Kelly Ho | Contributing Writer With July around the corner and the summer hitting its peak, the time to have fun has never been clearer. …
The 2024 Hurricane Season is On: Will History Repeat Itself?
Magali Zoghaib | Staff Writer Was the recent catastrophic flooding in south Florida a precursor to an intense hurricane season? The National Oceanic and Atmospheric…
Stress management is hard but doable
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Getting stressed out isn’t a gain in life, it’s a vice. Students need to take care of their stress levels…
Ignacio Font’s art exhibition paints the canvas for self-reflection and healing
Isaac Campos | Contributing writer Ignacio Font’s solo exhibition “Self Care: Mineral Spirits, Elixirs & other Home Remedies” opened on June 20th at the Green…
Higher education can not overlook pride month
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer Pride Month serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made towards equality, while also highlighting the work that remains…
Drums and dances echo the closing ceremony of Juneteenth
Sophia Noya | Contributing Writer The last in a string of celebrations, the Juneteenth closing ceremony at the Biscayne Bay Campus honored the holiday’s history…
Juneteenth should be an official state holiday
PantherNOW Editorial Board Despite its significance and recognition at the federal level for the last four years, Juneteenth is not an official holiday in the…
Amidst the storms, Juneteenth celebration powers on
Isaac Campos | Contributing Writer In a long line of Juneteenth festivals FIU presented, alongside the Department of Access, Compliance, and Equal Opportunity(ACEO), the June…
brat, but it’s actually just a review for the album, and I liked it, by the way.
Bryan Baste | Contributing Writer I don’t listen to a ton of EDM-type pop in my free time so the names of SOPHIE and A.G…
On 93 ’til Infinity, Souls of Mischief championed eccentricity with syllables and style
Dylan Masvidal | Contributing Writer To say standing out as an MC during the 90s was a daunting task would be a massive understatement. Being…
Juneteenth – its history in Florida and at FIU
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer Juneteenth, the oldest celebration commemorating the abolition of slavery in the United States, has yet to be officially recognized in…
FIU BBC and I-75 campuses closed due to flooding
Conor Moore | News Director After a week of heavy rain and flooding, FIU has announced via e-mail that they have decided to close evening…
Can Isnelle Natabou push women’s basketball over the top?
Brandon Gonzalez | Contributing Writer In the midst of their 2024 offseason, the FIU women’s basketball team added size to their frontcourt and signed senior…
Men’s mental health shouldn’t be ignored
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Our mental health is just as important as our physical health, so why do men neglect it? No matter what…
Vampire Weekend, their “good” return, and how they left a lot on the table
Bryan Baste | Contributing Writer Vampire Weekend is a band that doesn’t need a huge introduction. The band started in 2008 and since then has…
St. Vincent brings a flamethrower and a troubled conscience to the party on all born screaming.
Dylan Masvidal | Contributing Writer How does the saying go again? Dance like no one’s watching? Well Annie Clark, the enigmatic tour de force behind…
Offensive highs and defensive lows: the baseball team’s 2024 season
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer After reaching the second round of the Conference USA Championships, the FIU baseball team’s season came to an end with…
GLAM Fashion Show narrows lens on student body
Isaac Campos | Contributing Writer The Glam Fashion Show on May 15, at Biscayne Bay Campus is an attempt from the Pride Center at FIU…
Light pollution is only getting worse
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer In Miami, light pollution can be a silent yet deadly problem in our glowing cityscapes. The health and safety issues…
FIU censoring students is oppressive and disgraceful
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer At an international public university that prides itself on its global relations, it sure doesn’t feel that way. Shutting down…
The Marías paint an understated portrait of love lost on submarine
Dylan Masvidal | Contributing Writer The things we do for love. Or as sung on “Submarine,” the things love does to us. Three years after…
Cancer treatments and 3D-printing bones: FIU’s accomplishments in STEM
River Jean-Noel | Contributing Writer FIU faculty and students have been making headlines for strides in STEM research. Here are their most recent achievements. In…
Summer’s here! June FIU events to kick off the new season
Duvasana Bisoondial | Contributing Writer Summer is officially here at FIU! With the semester well on its way, here are some June events to keep…
Alum indicted over ties to January 6 Capitol riot
Conor Moore | News Director FIU alumni and Proud Boys-affiliate Barbara Balmaseda has been indicted by a grand jury on five counts for actions taken…
Can Ashton Williamson be the Arturo Dean replacement?
By Brandon Gonzalez | Contributing Writer Guard Ashton Williamson announced his commitment to play for Coach Jeremy Ballard and the Panthers in the upcoming 2024-2025…
Erasing climate change is out of touch with reality
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Governor Ron DeSantis continues to surprise Florida with how asinine he can be by twisting the law to fit his…
How to prepare for this year’s hurricane season
River Jean-Noel | Contributing Writer Atlantic coast residents: prepare to be slammed by hurricanes this year. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or…
Don’t continue higher education blindly
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer There is no universal appeal of staying in college for every student. But if students decide to continue pursuing higher…
The cultured meat ban is inane
Sim Sitzer | Contributing Writer Governor Ron DeSantis signed the nation’s first ban on cultured meat, outlawing its production and sale in Florida. If somehow…
FIU Police Chief placed on leave
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-Chief FIU Police Department Chief Alexander Casas has been placed on leave as announced in a statement released by the university. “James…
Silencing of law school speaker “distressing and ironic”
Jose Gabilondo & David Walter | FIU Law Professors As faculty members of the law school, we are disappointed that one of the two elected…
FIU’s APIDA movie night spotlights Asian- American heritage and experiences
Sofia Bellon | Contributing Writer Presented by the Centers for Student Engagement on Tuesday, May 21, a panel of speakers discussed representations of Asians and…
Bringing the stars back: an interview with Dr. James Webb
Conor Moore | News Director Dr. James Webb is a professor, astronomer, musician and director of the Stocker AstroScience Center. When not researching quasars and…
Top 5 Asian Food Spots Around Modesto Maidique Campus
Duvasana Bisoondial | Contributing Writer Miami is well-known for its Hispanic cuisine. However, more and more people are becoming drawn towards the city’s Asian food…
Setting the record straight
Daniel Salup-Cid | SGA CASE Senator A few weeks ago, the Panther Now Editorial Board posted an article on the third writ I faced coming…
Arts degrees have worth and that should be recognized
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer From our studios to our performing arts centers, FIU has amazing arts programs that deserve more recognition. With the future…
Golf’s season comes to an end at CUSA championships
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer The FIU golf team’s season has concluded after a fourth place finish in the CUSA championships in Magnolia, Texas. This…
Hogtying: Cruel, barbaric and needs to go
PantherNOW Editorial Board Hogtying is the practice of tying together the hands and feet of a person or all four legs of an animal, rendering…
How FIU Alumni Became Board Members of a Theatre organization
Sofia Bellon | Contributing Writer As the South Florida theater scene evolves, three FIU Alumni are playing key roles in keeping an iconic South Florida…
Celebrating Black Legal Icons with Allison Matulli
Magali Zoghaib | Staff Writer The Maurice A. Ferré Institute for Civic Leadership hosted another successful event of their Black Women in Law series featuring…
Marching on – May events for the summer to come
Kaysea Suzana | Entertainment Director Though the heat is stifling, summer classes march on. In the wake of the summer semester, here are some events…
Political influence in education is getting out of hand
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer The political influence in the classroom is getting ridiculous. If it continues, it’s only going to lead to harmful policies…
Can baseball snap losing streak against Miami?
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU baseball team is playing their final home game of the regular season against the Miami Hurricanes on Tuesday,…
Building for the future: a summary of upcoming FIU construction projects
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-chief Recently, several major construction projects have been proposed to the Board of Trustees for consideration. Each building aims to fulfill a…
DeSantis bans lab-grown meat in Florida despite lack of market concern
River Jean-Noel | Contributing Writer Florida governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill banning lab-grown meat products, the first of its kind in the United…
FIU Online is wasted potential
Sim Sitzer | Contributing Writer FIU offers the largest number of online bachelor’s programs in the state, but charging online students more than in-person students…
Baseball looks to get back on track against Sam Houston
Adrian Benitez | Staff Writer The FIU baseball team is playing in the second game of a three game series against the Sam Houston Bearkats…
Finish in four or more, there’s no shame
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer With graduation season coming to an end, it can be easy for undergraduates to begin worrying about when they’ll graduate….
Track and field to compete in CUSA Championships
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU track and field team is traveling to El Paso, Texas to participate in the Conference USA Championships, beginning…
Songs You Should Listen to During Summer 24′
Allyson Ifergan | Staff Writer On May 6 FIU students were welcomed back to campus for the summer semester, and what better way to kick…
FIU graduate student hogtied by police
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-Chief An FIU graduate student was hogtied by North Miami Beach police in February, as shown by body camera footage. Matteo Falcinelli,…
Gender dominated majors have no place in higher education
Ruth Santana | Contributing Writer No matter how much we try to fight it, gender prejudice follows us everywhere. Out-of-date stereotypes still affect how women…
Students aren’t the aggressors and we shouldn’t be painted as such
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Universities are quick to blame students for protest violence, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Colleges should worry…
SGA’s legal back-and-forth does little for the student body
PantherNOW Editorial Board In a stunning turn of events, this week two senators were removed by the judicial branch, and just as quickly put back…
SGA executive board reinstates disqualified senators, members beef over decision
Elise Catrion Gregg | Investigative Director In a lightning-quick turnaround, Thursday’s disqualified student government senators have been put back in place. Mere days before they…
FIU alumni take audiences to the Caribbean with a revolutionized play of “Don Juan”
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director FIU grads may have finished their time in university, but for the board administering “Don Juan: Pride and Paradise”,…
Mastering the FAFSA: the new application process explained
Carla Daniela Mendez | Staff Writer During the shift from the spring semester to summer break, students face the recurring challenge of filling out the…
DeSantis’s Title IX defiance is a disaster waiting to happen
PantherNOW Editorial Board Gov. Ron DeSantis’s conservative agenda is jeopardizing the safety of university students and employees in Florida by rejecting one of the most…
Tennis looks to continue historic run against Miami
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU tennis team is traveling to Gainesville, Florida to face off with the Miami Hurricanes in the first round…
Student government senators disqualified for election infractions
Elise Catrion Gregg | Investigations Director Two student government senators were disqualified from their positions yesterday after the judicial branch found them guilty of falsifying…
Post-grad living situation is a nightmare
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer After years of living on-campus, graduating students are limited to University Apartments or lease agreements with off campus housing which…
A heist at the Panther Mock Trial Banquet
Allyson Ifergan | Contributing Writer Ending with extravagant outfits and a masked ball, Panther Mock Trial hosted an end of year gala on April 27…
DeSantis says Florida will not comply to new Title IX expansions
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer After President Joe Biden passed new expansions to Title IX, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis accused Biden of “injecting gender ideology…
Baseball looks to snap losing streak against FGCU
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU baseball team is looking to snap their losing streak and is traveling to Fort Myers, Florida to take…
Ignoring your digital footprint can ruin your life
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Whether it’s a like or a comment, there is a footprint being left behind and once it’s out there on…
Artificial Intelligence courses should be incentivized more
Sim Sitzer | Contributing Writer FIU is a leading institution for artificial intelligence education, however there needs to be more initiative for students to take…
Former linebacker Donovan Manuel signs deal with the Minnesota Vikings
Will Duval | Sports Director After spending two seasons with the FIU football team, former linebacker Donovan Manuel signed with the Minnesota Vikings, as announced…
Men’s basketball adds size in frontcourt through transfer portal
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU men’s basketball team added depth into their frontcourt and signed junior center Vianney Salatchoum, as announced by the…
FIU Board of Trustees holds final meeting to discuss future plans
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer To conclude an eventful semester, the Board of Trustees met for a final time to discuss and plan for the…
Internship experience is needed but getting it is impossible
Ruth Santana | Contributing Writer It’s internship season and as always they are hard to find and even harder to get into. Experience is a…
Breaking: Arturo Dean transfers to Oklahoma State
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-Chief After two seasons with FIU, point guard Arturo Dean announced via X on Wednesday, April 24 that he intends to transfer…
Tournament time: No. 2 seed beach volleyball take on No. 7 seed Missouri State
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-Chief The FIU beach volleyball team enters the Conference USA Tournament the two seed and are set to face off against the…
Climate change is upending our oceans
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Climate change is a never-ending issue which means constant efforts need to be made. Our beautiful ecosystems are at risk…
Can softball gain momentum against Stetson?
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-Chief The FIU softball team will fight to stay in the win column against the Stetson Hatters on Wednesday, April 24 in…
Social media breaks are vital for student health
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer With apps like Instagram connecting us and Canvas dependency growing as online classes continue to be in high demand, it…
Board of Trustees to meet April 25, updates regarding campus plans
Andres Davila | News Director The Board of Trustees will meet for the last time this semester on April 25th at 9:30 a.m. in the…
Letter to the editor: SGA brought back your Homecoming concert
Alexander Sutton, Student Body President 2023 – 2024 Santana Way, Student Body Vice President 2023 – 2024 Promise made, promise kept. When we campaigned for…
Stepping into the summer semester with FIU
Mhyanif Lozada | Entertainment Director Just like Panthers, FIU bounces back after finals by keeping campus life active well into the summer. Whether you’re commuting…
Student Literary Awards: What the winners had in common
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director The Student Literary Awards capped off the creative writing department’s Writers on the Bay events for the 2024 spring…
Making the most out of a conference
Andres Davila | News Director Out-of-state conferences are an underrated experience that students need to take advantage of. Throughout my last year of university, I…
SIPA department presents Democracy Conference exploring democratic and authoritarian structures globally
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer The School of International & Public Affairs presented its second annual Conference on Global Democracy where eight different panelists broke…
Students need to be aware of global conflicts
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer College students need to realize that international conflicts and global affairs are not just what we write our academic papers…
Baseball to take on New Mexico State in a three game series
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU baseball team is traveling to Las Cruces, New Mexico to face off with the New Mexico State Aggies…
Seminar Discusses Mental Health in Latinx Communities
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer Those who are a part of the Hispanic community understand the pervasive stigma behind mental health at an intimate level…
SJP-organized march to Presidential House met with FIU Police blockage
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer Students for Justice in Palestine at FIU organized their final march of the semester to the front of the Presidential…
Finals Week 2024: Studying for the end of spring
Mhyanif Lozada | Entertainment Director While Panthers study for their finals, campus life hosts events to keep stress levels low. Here’s some events around campus…
No. 27 tennis to host Conference USA Championships
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU tennis team prepares for the playoffs as it’s set to host the Conference USA Championships and begin their…
Seminar delves into understanding life in academia
Gabriela Danger | Assistant News Director A career in academic research is something that many students interact with on a college campus, whether they consider…
FAFSA is a nightmare for students
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Students depend on financial aid to pay their way through college, but lately it’s been a nightmare. FAFSA has been…
Former FIU defensive tackle inks one year deal with Dolphins
Will Duval | Sports Director After spending four years in the National Football League, former Panthers’ defensive tackle Teair Tart signed a one year contract…
FIUPD Sends Alert Regarding Fake Employment Schemes
Ram Praneeth | Staff Writer The FIU Police Department, in collaboration with the FIU Division of Information Technology, has issued a crucial alert on Wed….
Football shines in annual Spring Showcase
Will Duval | Sports Director After practicing throughout the spring semester, the FIU football team’s displayed their roster for the 2024 season in their Spring…
Keeping the flame alive: my promise to PantherNOW
Brian Olmo | Editor-in-Chief Before PantherNOW, I had no idea if I was cut out to be a leader. I transferred to FIU in the…
Neither left nor right can handle the demands of liberalism
Benz De Marshall Pierre | Staff Writer Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but part of living in a civilized and modern society requires…
Softball prepares for slugfest against New Mexico State
Brian Olmo | Investigative Director The FIU softball team will go blow-for-blow against the New Mexico State Aggies in a three-game series starting on Friday,…
New Resolution fights back on the “War on Woke”
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer In light of Gov. Ron DeSantis’s ‘war on woke’, Senate President Kaily LaChapelle sponsors the resolution “Can’t Ban Us 2.0”,…
SGA passes act, advocating mental support for students
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer As the Israeli-Palestinian conflict persists and students grow more anxious by the day, student government passes the “Student Support and…
We can’t live without degrees — but we can’t afford them, either
Ruth Santana | Contributing Writer Having a degree is a necessity when entering today’s job market, but at what cost? The consequences of pursuing a…
Students nitpick more than study
Conor Moore | Assistant Opinion Director If I had a nickel for every time a student complained about a minor class issue in a WhatsApp…
Seminar discusses the socioeconomic impact on children’s emotional growth
Fariha Tasnim Amir | Contributing Writer Not all children come from the same social and financial background and it heavily impacts their cognitive development while…
Former White House Press Leaders Debate on Today’s Media Landscape and its Connection to Political Polarization
Danette Heredia | Staff Writer The Office of Public Policy Events, with the support of our Lee Caplin School of Journalism and Media and the School…
A Panther’s Prose: The visionary world of FIU alum Alex Segura
Jonathan Davis | Staff Writer In the bustling corridors of FIU, amidst the vibrant energy of academia, one student’s passion for storytelling ignited a literary…
Stop glamorizing therapy speak
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer As we hit an all-time high in mental health awareness, it’s important to remind ourselves that not everyone is a…
Online classes need higher standards for communication
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Online classes are a necessary option for students, but the ability to communicate from student to professor needs attention. FIU…
Eclipse watch party and safety tips with the astronomy department
Mhyanif Lozada | Entertainment Director The Astronomy department is over the moon to watch a once-in-a-lifetime lunar eclipse with students. Hosted by astronomy and astrophysics…
FIU Student Killed In Doral Shooting
Alexander Luzula | Assistant News Director An FIU student died early Saturday morning at a shooting in a Doral shopping mall that injured seven others….
What does the future hold for the men’s basketball team?
Will Duval | Sports Director After taking a 78-59 loss to the Sam Houston Bearkats in the Conference USA Championships on March 13, 2024, the…
Students shouldn’t have to partake in the stereotypical college diet
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer With food insecurity at an all-time high and barely functional vending machines providing unhealthy food options, it can be difficult…
Women’s basketball looks to retool following postseason elimination
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU women’s basketball team’s season came to its’ conclusion in the second round of the Postseason WNIT, where they…
Seminar mentions innovative strategies for HIV Care
Joud Shaat | Contributing Writer Dr. Allison Ober’s presentation at FIU focused on improving treatment access for substance use disorder and HIV in South Africa,…
FIU researcher lawsuits demonstrate evils of SB 846
PantherNOW Editorial Board After FIU’s hiring pause on university workers from “countries of concern,” it’s not surprising that the university community has quickly responded. Two…
T.D. Allman Revisits Miami’s Evolution at FIU Book Talk
Maria Matos | Contributing Writer Acclaimed author and former Vanity Fair foreign correspondent T.D. Allman recently visited FIU to discuss his notable work “Miami: City…
FIU Theatre ends off the 2024 Spring term productions with Clybourne Park
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director Performed from April 4 through April 15, FIU Theatre presents their last production of the semester Clybourne Park, a…
FIU’s Human Rights Law Association Panel Raises Awareness on The Crisis
Karyne Martins Araujo | Contributing Writer Human Rights Law Association and the Community Police Relations Foundation hosted at a Human Trafficking Crisis Panel to educate…
SGA Launches WRC Training Zone Following $24,000 Funding
Fariha Tasnim Amir | Contributing WriterThe Wellness and Recreation Center at MMC debuts a new and improved Functional Training Area following the generous investment of…
Harlem Rennaisance comes to South Beach with SGA and English Department
Allyson Ifergan | Contributing Writer Students made their way to South Beach on March 30 for a night of dancing, poetry and jazz with the…
Delving into tobacco cessation: Insights from Dr. Catherine Nawaga’s seminar
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer Dr. Catherine Nagawa is paving the way to provide treatment to individuals who suffer from tobacco use, specifically among those…
Gun violence solutions should not be a campaign strategy
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Gun violence has a devastating effect on our community and as politicians begin announcing their long-lasting policies that could stop…
Two Students Fired From Positions, Suing the State
Alexander Luzula | Assistant News Director Two international students are suing state authorities after being dismissed from their position as graduate assistants at FIU following…
Baseball looks to build momentum against FGCU
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU baseball team is traveling to Fort Myers, Florida to take on the FGCU Eagles on Tuesday, April 2,…
Student body to vote on revamped student government constitution
Elise Gregg | Editor-in-Chief Update: The new constitution was voted in as of April 4, with 299 “yes” votes and 151 “no” votes. The story…
The choices we make in this presidential election are dire
Benz De Marshall Pierre | Staff Writer From MAGA extremism and some of the highest political partisanship in decades, the upcoming election cycle is poised…
FIU Student Receives Inaugural Guy Harvey Fellowship for Marine Research
Ram Praneeth | Staff Writer This past month, in Fort Lauderdale, FIU Ph.D. student William Sample was selected as one of the inaugural recipients of…
So long, farewell: it’s been fun, PantherNOW
Elise Gregg | 2022 – 2024 Editor-in-Chief When I started as editor-in-chief of PantherNOW, I had a lot of big dreams for the newsroom. After…
Letter to the Editor: The revised SGA Constitution is beneficial
Alexander Sutton, Student Body President 2023 – 2024Kaily LaChapelle, Senate President 2023 – 2024Alexander Stone, Housing Senator 2022 – 2025 The student body will be…
A season of highs and lows: men’s basketball’s 2023-2024 campaign
Andres Rodriguez | Contributing Writer The FIU men’s basketball team’s season came to a conclusion in the quarterfinals of the Conference USA Championships, where they…
Baseball looks to return to form in three game series against LA Tech
Mohamed Elbahlool | Contributing Writer The FIU baseball team looks to reestablish their momentum and are hosting the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs in a three game…
Percy Jackson joins FIU’s choral orchestras and symphonic bands in April
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director It’s the beginning of the end for the Wertheim School of Music’s performances this spring term with April’s catalogue…
Empowering Rural Communities with Blue Missions
Maria Matos | Contributing Writer FIU’s Tuesday Times Roundtable hosted Leslie Ramos, Chief Experience Officer of Blue Missions and FIU alumni, to discuss empowering rural…
You’re entitled to have fun during the summer semester
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer As the summer semester approaches, students need to find a way to balance a carefree summer while committing to their…
Award-winning crime novelist Walter Mosley set to visit Biscayne Bay
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director Celebrated mystery thriller author Walter Mosley will be awarded FIU’s 2024 Lawrence A. Sanders’ award, netting him an invitation…
FIU maintenance needs to be taken more seriously
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer As students flock to FIU for its promising educational opportunities, they need to beware the deteriorating state of dorms, malfunctioning…
Women’s basketball to face off with Troy in the WNIT
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU women’s basketball team is traveling to Troy, Alabama to take on the Troy Trojans in the second round…
AI is unavoidable in the classroom
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer The use of artificial intelligence is growing now more than ever and has found its way into the classroom. From…
Students should be more open about their finances
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer It seems as if struggling to be financially independent is built into the college experience – which shouldn’t be the…
As Haiti plunges, seeds of future instability are being planted
Benz de Marshall Pierre | Staff Writer If you follow international events at all, news coming out of Haiti has been difficult to dodge. The…
Aural Art Show Brings Aestheticism to Architects
Allyson Ifergan & Kaysea Suzana | PantherNOW Staff Alt pop brought an art show to life at the Paul Cejas School of Architecture, bringing together…
Senate Passes Resolution Against Substance Abuse Crisis
Ram Praneeth | Contributing Writer To address the growing addiction crisis, senators Kaily LaChapelle, Hua Hui Vogel, Erika Noel, and Ness Cruz have introduced a…
We shouldn’t sound victory bell for “Don’t Say Gay” settlement yet
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer Queer rights groups in Florida have begun to celebrate in response to the newest settlement of Florida’s highly criticized “Don’t…
Swimming and diving to compete in NCAA Championships
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer For their thirteenth consecutive season, the FIU swimming and diving team will compete in the NCAA Women’s Swimming & Diving…
Panthers guard Arturo Dean enters the transfer portal
Will Duval | Sports Director On Monday, March 18, 2024, The Portal Report announced on X that sophomore guard Arturo Dean intends on departing from…
Student Dietetics Association feeds students nutrition and health advice
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director If you’re hungry for nutritional knowledge, the Student Dietetics Association is at FIU to educate students in the way…
We need to rethink Women’s History Month
Heidi Cuevas | Opinion Director Every March, we have the chance to learn about women, their struggles and how we can all work together to…
Home sweet home: former FIU tight-end inks deal with Dolphins
Will Duval | Sports Director After spending seven years in the National Football League, former Panthers’ tight-end Jonnu Smith signed a two year contract with…
FIU is in dire need of more diverse food options
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer From options like The Salty Donut or Chick-fil-A, it can be difficult for students to stay within their diet or…
PantherJIG: a St. Patrick’s Day special
Conor Moore and Kaysea Suzana | PantherNOW Staff Ireland, the land of Galway, Guinness and gingers. The Emerald Isle has long been a source of…
We can make a change through SGA – but it must be thoughtful
Benz De Marshall Pierre | Staff Writer From the failed “Ceasefire Now!” movement, to the abysmal voting rates of the student body during SGA elections,…
Seminar Aims to Engage Youth in Nepal’s Economic Development
Karyne Martins Araujo | Contributing Writer In recent years, Nepalese society has experienced a significant transformation with progressive growth in the younger generation opting to…
CASE Club Fair makes networking easy for students
Information and networking was the name of the game with CASE’s club fair, coordinated and planned by SGA senator Alexandra Barriga. The National Society of…
Empowering Future Leaders: Insights from Maribel Perez Wadsworth
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer Women’s History Month honors the significant accomplishments of female leaders in the realm of many underrepresented fields, such as journalism….
The one where they put a pool in the weirdest place possible
PantherNOW Editorial Board We had to spend a few minutes puzzling at a map of the Modesto Maidique Campus before we wrote this one –…
Panel reflects on implications and history of Black Marxism
Safi Ullah | Contributing Writer Black Marxism is a theoretical framework within Marxist thought that examines the intersections of race, class, and capitalism, emphasizing Black…
Board of Trustees discuss locations for new Aquatic Complex for MMC
Brian Olmo | Investigative Director The Board of Trustees discussed three different locations for a new aquatic complex to be built on the Modesto Maidique…
Case closed: no runoff for SGA executive ticket
Elise Catrion Gregg | Editor-in-Chief After several days of waiting, the student government judicial branch has finally handed down an opinion on the highly-contested results…
Faculty senate approves new master’s programs, emphasizing artificial intelligence
Fariha Tasnim Amir | Contributing Writer FIU is launching a handful of new master’s programs with a focus on strengthening the students’ AI literacy to…
No. 9 men’s basketball to take on no. 1 Sam Houston in the Conference USA Championships’ quarterfinals
Andres Rodriguez | Contributing Writer The FIU men’s basketball team is traveling to Huntsville, Alabama to take on the first seeded Sam Houston Bearkats in…
No. 3 women’s basketball to take on no. 6 New Mexico State in the Conference USA Championships’ quarterfinals
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU women’s basketball team is traveling to Huntsville, Alabama to compete in the quarterfinal round of the Conference USA…
SGA senate calls for inclusive restroom policies
Ram Praneeth & Elise Gregg | PantherNOW Staff Amid the growing discourse surrounding gender-neutral restroom accessibility on campus, Senator Daniel Salup-Cid sponsored the “ERA: Equal…
Panthers, the low voter-turnout is a disappointment
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer No matter our political beliefs it’s always important to go out and vote, so why was there a low turnout…
2024 SGA Elections: Wins, Losses and Possible Draws
Alexander Luzula and Elise Gregg | Assistant News Director After a contentious election season filled with allegations and campaign violations, FIU’s student body turned out…
Letter to the Editor: Anti-Jewish Hate running rampant at FIU
Yishmael Columna | Vice-President of Students Supporting Israel (SSI) I never expected to say this about FIU. This university has been very supportive of our…
In Florida, all things blue must burn
Benz De Marshall Pierre| Staff Writer The Republican-controlled legislature in Tallahassee clearly has not had its fill of gutting the slightest liberal endeavor, as is…
New academic proposals for data science as workforce demand increases
Andres Davila | News Director As the demand for data science jobs increases in the job market, college campuses are leaning more toward data science…
Board of Trustees approves construction of new student resident and dining facilities
Brian Olmo | Investigative Director The FIU Board of Trustees approved plans for the construction of a new student resident and dining facility at Modesto…
UCLA Doctor Discusses Racial Disparities in Children’s Mental Health Care
Gabriela Danger | Assistant News Director Dr. Anna Lau of the University of California, Los Angeles, came on Mar. 8 to give a talk about…
SJP members protest IDF soldiers at Hillel Shabbat dinner
Karyne Martins Araujo | Contributing Writer Students for Justice in Palestine at FIU organized a new protest to voice their opposition to the invitation extended…
Softball sets sights for winning record against Liberty
Brian Olmo | Investigative Director The FIU softball team hopes to march back into the win column in a three-game series against Liberty Flames, beginning…
Men’s basketball looks to continue hot shooting against UTEP
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU men’s basketball looks to close out the regular season on the road and are traveling to El Paso,…
Musical March: Performances this month for the FIU School of Music
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director March right into the month of March with the Werbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music and their exciting…
YDSA candidates face another campaign ban on last day of voting
Elise Catrion Gregg | Editor-in-Chief On the last day of voting for student government, three socialist candidates are facing yet another campaign ban. Mere hours…
Job security is a thing of the past
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer With massive layoffs across numerous industries, it’s now a necessity for students to have backup plans for their post-graduation journey. …
FIUPD: If you’re going to arrest students, do it in public
PantherNOW Editorial Board Last month, an FIU student was arrested for alleged battery against an FIU police officer during a protest for Palestine, attempting to…
Panthers, don’t underplay the importance of vaccines
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Never did I think we would have a repeat of Florida’s government’s callousness toward vaccines, but I was sorely mistaken….
Baseball looks to open a three-game win streak vs. Bethune-Cookman
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU baseball team is playing the final game of their nine-game homestand against the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats on Tuesday, March…
“Preposterous”: YDSA-sponsored SGA candidates accused of defamation and campaign misconduct
Elise Gregg | Editor-in-Chief Over spring break, several legislative candidates for student government found themselves stuck in a 72-hour rut following yet another round of…
New Online Drug Handling Course for First Responders
Maria Matos | Contributing Writer FIU’s Global Forensics and Justice Center has recently developed a 45-minute online drug handling safety course, available for free to…
“Che Bello!”: Italian Club hosts exciting conversation circles
Cosette Lipscomb | Contributing Writer “Buona sera a tutti” might be a phrase you hear when meeting with the Italian club at FIU. Members of…
Tennis looks to win seventh consecutive match against Middle Tennessee
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU tennis team looks to keep their win streak alive and are taking on the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders…
Our education should be on par with present challenges
Benz De Marshall Pierre| Staff Writer The state of US higher education should cause us to pause and meditate about the level of preparedness of…
Net literacy is vital for college students
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer In today’s internet-dominated world, being digitally literate is more than knowing how to use technology but understanding what we’re looking…
Spring 2024 Commencement: A Comprehensive Graduate Handbook
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer As the anticipation for the Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony builds, students prepare to gear up for graduation. For many, this…
Baseball looks to continue scoring against Seton Hall
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU baseball team is continuing their nine game homestand and hosting the Seton Hall Pirates for a four game…
Aquatic preserves are not real estate
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Florida’s aquatic life is a cornerstone of its identity and is home to some of the world’s most diverse ecosystems….
Japan Club encourages immersion with Japanese culture
Jasmine Ayanna Garcia | Contributing Writer FIU’s Japan Club invites students to reach beyond pop culture and take a deeper look at the country’s rich…
Panthers, it’s time to get out the vote!
PantherNOW Editorial Board Panthers, election season is here and it’s time to vote. No matter your major, year or general interest in politics, we at…
Miami Beach is finally making a change
Benz De Marshall Pierre | Staff Writer The City of Miami Beach is putting an end to the criminal madness by enforcing stricter policies, which…
Deborah Bonello Speaks On Women of the Narcotrafficking World
Gabriella Mateo | Contributing Writer FIU’s Women, Peace and Security Forum held their inaugural in-person event by hosting experienced journalist Deborah Bonello, to speak on…
A new staff brings new beginnings for beach volleyball
Adrian Benitez | Contributing Writer The FIU beach volleyball team is traveling to Jacksonville, Florida to open up their season at the Jacksonville Invitational, beginning…
Baseball looks to regroup in four game series against Notre Dame
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU baseball team is returning home from a short road trip and hosting the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in…
Men’s basketball looks to snap three game losing streak against Liberty
Andres Rodriguez | Contributing Writer The FIU’s men’s basketball team is returning home from a two game road trip and taking on the Liberty Flames…
2024 – 2025 SGA Debates: VP and BBC Candidates discuss parking, unity, and student services
Candidates and students gathered together in Graham Center to listen to FIU’s Student Government Association candidates debate and lay out their initiatives on Feb. 21….
2024-2025 SGA Presidential Debate emphasizes fostering connections, diversity and inclusion
Gabriela Danger & Danette Heredia | PantherNOW Staff Candidates and students gathered together in Graham Center to listen to FIU’s Student Government Association candidates debate…
Solicitor harassment must come to an end
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer Every twist and turn a petitioner is begging you to sign for their cause, or pestering you to join their…
Deconstructing tropes and uplifting black love in media
Jasmine Ayanna Garcia | Contributing Writer The Women’s Center explored the personal and societal influences of black romance tropes in their Black Love in Media…
Swimming and diving enters the AAC Championships as a top seed
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU swimming and diving team is traveling to Dallas, Texas to participate in the American Athletic Conference Championships, beginning…
Election complaints and replacements shake up already-chaotic campaign season
Elise Catrion Gregg | Editor-in-Chief After SGA senate president Kaily Lachapelle was disqualified from running for student body president, the Future is You party was…
Banning social media promotes censorship
Kailey Krantz| Staff Writer It’s no secret social media has a ubiquitous presence in our 21st century lives. Banning it is a redundant, knee-jerk decision…
From walk-on to team captain: Reggie Peterson’s rise through FIU football
Will Duval | Sports Director The numbers don’t lie, and those numbers are pretty flattering for senior linebacker Reggie Peterson. After starting in all 12…
Thrift Club at FIU: A new haven for sustainable fashion
Cosette Lipscomb | Contributing Writer As sustainability becomes a large topic in today’s generation, many FIU students want to get more involved in ways to…
SGA to hold student referendum on increasing service fees
Magali Zoghaib | Contributing Writer The Student Government Association passed a bill to hold a referendum for students to cast their votes about the increase…
2024 SGA Elections: Who is running for legislative and executive positions?
Alexander Luzula | Assistant News Director With only a month left until Election Day, the Student Government Association has announced its list of candidates for…
Seoulmates Game Night: Sharing Love for Korean Culture
Sophia Baltodano | Contributing Writer Love, language learning and cultural appreciation went hand-in-hand at Seoulmates Game Night hosted by the Korean Culture Club. The recent…
Fireside chat with Haitian historian and author for Black History Month
Danette Heredia | Contributing Writer After defeating the French for their freedom, Haiti became a forgotten history yet managed to maintain its cultural richness. A…
Counter-protesters and FIU police show up to student protest for Rafah
Danette Heredia | Contributing Writer Students for Justice in Palestine at FIU organized a die-in protest for recent events in Rafah and were met with…
Immigrant Racialization and Health Talk Sheds Light on Nuanced Race Dynamics
Gabriela Danger | Staff Writer Issues of systemic racism and how it affects major institutions in the United States are a constantly evolving and dynamic…
DUELING COLUMN: Protests aren’t making the change we need
Conor Moore | Assistant Opinion Director Following the failure of “Ceasefire Now!” and the arrest of a student, it’s time to look at protests and…
DUELING COLUMN: Protests done right can make a change
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer It seems almost every semester there is some major protest occurring, whether it’s FIU-centric or a global issue. Some may…
We must not be complacent as diversity is attacked
PantherNOW Editorial Board Gutting DEI programs is an attack on diversity which has been unfolding before our eyes. This is made boundlessly more staggering by…
FIU has a surge in online classes and it’s clear why
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer With housing being borderline impossible and little to no parking, it’s clear why online course enrollment has increased. Aside from…
Wertheim Theater bridges and builds up worlds with Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director The Herbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music & Performing Arts fires up the Spring semester with their Feb….
Empowering Future Healthcare Leaders: Women in Medicine Club Hosts Valentine’s Candle Making Event
Sophia Baltodano | Contributing Writer The Women in Medicine organization at FIU serves as a hub for pre-med women, emphasizing a sense of camaraderie, learning,…
Review of the 2024-2025 FAFSA adjustments
Magali Zoghaib | Contributing Writer Students who have been consistently completing their FAFSA submission will become aware of the distinctions between the 2024-2025 FAFSA application…
Women’s basketball looks to rebuild momentum against Sam Houston
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU women’s basketball team is returning home from a three game road trip and hosting the Sam Houston Bearkats…
Faculty Senate on sociology course removal from core curriculum, diversity programs defunded amidst state regulations
Maria Matos | Contributing Writer FIU’s Faculty Senate confirmed the removal of sociology from the core curriculum, along with a reorganization of the Division of…
PantherSMOOCH: A Valentine’s Special
Conor Moore and Kaysea Suzana | Staff Writers It’s about time to book yourselves a room with a view Panthers, because love actually is in…
Love languages aren’t romantic
Kailey Krantz| Staff Writer Love languages are a popular way for students to learn if they’re romantically compatible. However, leaning heavily into them can perpetuate…
Student government passes resolution supporting Muslim prayer room
Elise Catrion Gregg | Editor-in-Chief Student government is calling on FIU to address “the urgent need for a permanent prayer space for Muslim students”, noting…
Removal of Sociology requirement threatens academic freedom
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer Sociology, has become the newest victim of Governor Ron DeSantis’s “war on woke”. With this concerning new move, the future…
Geek Club unites over art and Pokémon
Cosette Lipscomb | Contributing Writer The Geek Culture Club hosted their first event of the Spring semester by bringing all Pokémon lovers together to paint…
Rookie revolution: FIU baseball’s culture shift
Carla Mendez | Staff Writer Under the watchful gaze of stadium lights that adorn the diamond’s structure in a soft glow, the FIU baseball team…
Black Student Union’s Homecoming Cultivates Community in Celebration of Black History Month
Jasmine Ayanna Garcia | Contributing Writer FIU’s Black Student Union hosted their annual BSU Homecoming, setting the standard high for a weekend filled with cultural…
Honorlock may be going down, and it rightfully should
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer Honorlock has been prevalent in many courses over the past few years at FIU and as an anti-cheat system, it…
Seollal: Korean Lunar New Year Festival with the Korean culture and language clubs
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Writer It’s the year of the dragon, and the Korean Culture Club and the Korean Language Empowerment Club united to…
College should be experienced inside and outside the classroom
Benz De Marshall Pierre | Staff Writer Maintaining good grades is only part of what will contribute to a successful time in college. They’re arguably…
SGA Survey Measures Student Opinion of Honorlock
Gabriela Danger | Staff Writer The Student Government Association has recently put out a survey meant to gauge student attitudes toward online proctoring systems like…
Men’s basketball to close out home stand against Middle Tennessee
Adrian Benitez | Contributing Writer The FIU men’s basketball team is closing out a three game home stand and taking on the Middle Tennessee Blue…
Student arrested after campus protest for Palestine
Danette Heredia and Elise Gregg | PantherNOW Staff Following the failure of “Ceasefire Now!” to pass in student senate, members of Students for Justice in…
Alarm bells should ring as DeSantis sends State Guard to the border
PantherNOW Editorial Board Governor Ron DeSantis has resurrected an ancient armed group that was disbanded after World War two. Its core purpose is to serve…
Potential SGA presidential candidate disqualified days before campaigning starts
Elise Catrion Gregg | Editor-in-Chief Just days before student government campaigning begins, senate president Kaily Lachapelle has been disqualified from running for student body president….
SGA passes housing safety resolution with proposed security measures
Elise Catrion Gregg | Editor-in-Chief The student senate passed a resolution on housing safety at its last meeting, intending to integrate safety measures by housing…
Letter to the Editor: Statement on the Elimination of DEI & Social Justice at FIU
Alexander Sutton | Student Body President Kaily LaChapelle| Pride Student Union President Grace Biggers | Black Student Union President The Student Government Association is saddened…
Student burnout is widespread
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Being dedicated to your studies is one of the most praised traits of a college student. Unfortunately, the flame of…
Judicial Review and Democracy: Allies or Enemies?
Gabriella Mateo | Contributing Writer Tuesday Times Roundtables, FIU’s collaborative weekly event with the New York Times, started the leading meeting of this spring semester…
Keeping the Beat Alive: Barry Bernhardt and the FIU Marching Band
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director It’s been over a decade since the FIU Marching Band was revived following budget cuts that shut it down….
Getting into the swing of things: Softball’s season is set to begin
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU softball team begins their new campaign by hosting three teams in the Felsberg Invitational tournament, beginning on Friday,…
Resolution Made for a Permanent Prayer Space for Muslim Students at FIU
Magali Zoghaib | Contributing Writer All the president of the Muslim Student Association is asking for is a secure and secluded space for Muslims to…
“Ceasefire Now!” officially dead, senate ends with march through Graham Center
Elise Catrion Gregg | Editor-in-Chief After countless contentious senate meetings, rounds of edits to the resolution and debate from numerous students, “Ceasefire Now!” is officially…
Axing of DEI and OSJI leaves minority students in the cold
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer Minority rights in Florida, particularly in higher education, are under attack yet again with a new set of regulations. On…
FIU Data reports increased enrollment in online courses
Andres Davila | News Director Even after the pandemic, enrollment for online courses has been increasing since 2020, according to the FIU Accountability Dashboard. A…
Psychology seminar provides insights into persistent depression
Safi Ullah | Contributing Writer Persistent depression has been a complex topic amongst experts when it comes to determining the diagnosis and the characteristics among…
“Ceasefire Now!”: What happens next?
Elise Catrion Gregg | Editor-in-Chief After dying in committee, the controversial “Ceasefire Now!” resolution has been plagued by delay and disagreement this past week. The…
Wine Guild presents the world of natural wines
Sophia Baltodano | Contributing Writer In the fast-paced world of restaurants, selling wine isn’t just about popping a cork; it’s a dance between flavors, origins,…
Diving team looks to make a splash into rematch with FGCU
Adrian Benitez | Contributing Writer The FIU diving team is traveling to Fort Myers, Florida to compete in a meet with the FGCU Eagles on…
College chronic absenteeism can be avoided
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer To anyone who thinks missing a day of class wouldn’t affect you, you are sorely mistaken. Chronic absenteeism is already…
Educators are fleeing Florida and here’s why
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer The number of educators working in Florida is dropping at an alarming rate due to our state’s seeming inability to…
Shot after shot: women’s basketball rocks 2024 season
Will Duval | Sports Director A little over halfway through the regular season, the FIU women’s basketball team has taken their 2024 campaign by its…
DeSantis presidential campaign not worth the havoc wreaked on Florida
PantherNOW Editorial Board Florida’s undisputed “culture war” champion, the prime mover of the anti-woke nonsense and failed presidential contender, Ron DeSantis, suspended his bid for…
Student contestants dazzle in Miss Caribbean Association Pageant
(Check out a slideshow of the event above! Drag to view all pictures.) Alejandra Ayala | Photographer Student contestants raced for the Miss CSA pageant…
Commissioner Christine King Addresses FIU Students on Key Community Matters
Malik Wahab Rashid | Contributing Writer Miami Commissioner Christine King addressed students on issues such as early elections and environmental preservation on Monday, Jan. 29…
Men’s basketball looks to snap three game losing streak against LA Tech
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU men’s basketball team returns home from a three game road trip to take on the LA Tech Bulldogs…
Wertheim School of Music’s February Concerts
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director While February may be the shortest month of the year, the Herbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music continue…
New season, new problems: tennis looks to defend Conference USA championship
Carla Mendez | Assistant Sports Director With the first serve of FIU tennis team’s 2024 campaign, the Panthers look to defend their title as Conference…
Freebee, the not-so-convenient transportation service
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer When FIU partnered up with Freebee, Teslas became a form of free transportation for students. Although it feels like a…
The Rise and Rhythm of the Latin American Dance Club
Gabriella Lee | Contributing Writer In less than a year, FIU’s Latin American Dance Club has emerged as a powerhouse, captivating the hearts of over…
DEI and OSJI Eliminated, Replaced with New Offices
Alexander Luzula | Assistant News Director In compliance with recent state legislation, FIU has eliminated its Department of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, as well as…
The Parent Club: a safe space and learning hub for Miami-Dade parents
Isabel Rivera | Contributing Writer “Instructions not included” is the motto most parents gravitate towards when asked what it’s like to raise a child. With…
FIU Hosts 6th Annual 3-Minute Thesis Competition
Abdul Malik & Luka Varazi | Contributing Writers The 6th Annual 3-Minute Thesis Competition was hosted on Friday, Jan. 27 at the Student Academic Success…
Parking isn’t a real issue
Conor Moore | Assistant Opinion Director It’s a common sentiment held by students and faculty alike that finding parking at FIU is a dreaded endeavor….
FIU’s housing nightmare has no end in sight
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer From pushing all upperclassmen out to off-campus housing being borderline unaffordable it’s clear to see that FIU has a serious…
Letter to the Editor | Bridging the Gap: Challenges Faced by Caribbean Students at FIU
Jordan-Ashley Brown | Events and Marketing Coordinator for Jamaican Students Union | Criminal Justice, Sophomore Being a student at FIU it is important to note…
Music Maestro: A Journey into the Melodic World of Professor Jamie Ousley
Sophia Baltodano | Contributing Writer Professor Jamie Ousley, renowned bassist and music professor at FIU opened up about his musical journey, creative processes, and his…
FIUPD removes students from Israel Consulate General film screening
Elise Gregg | Editor-in-Chief Students from Students for Justice in Palestine at FIU were removed from Graham Center last night for chanting too loudly and…
Women’s basketball looks to win eighth-straight against WKU
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU women’s basketball looks to extend their winning streak to eight games and are set to face off with…
FIU’s Food Pantry Increases in Usage
Rebecca Abraham & Aziza Ibragimova | Contributing Writers According to an email by Charles Andrews, the Student Food Pantry on the MMC campus has witnessed…
A game of extremes: looking at men’s basketball’s season
Will Duval | Sports Director With more than half of their 2023-2024 campaign under their belt, the FIU men’s basketball team has struggled to find…
Scholarships for Women in STEM Under Attack
Gabriella Mateo | Contributing Writer Private STEM Scholarships are now receiving harsh criticism for utilizing reverse sexism to boost women in a minority field. Sex-based…
Termination of the student tourism program in China is a disappointment
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer I thought I couldn’t be more disappointed in FIU than I am now, but the termination of one of our…
What Students Need to Know about SGA Elections
Gabriela Danger | Staff Writer With the new semester beginning, elections for the Student Government Association are on the horizon. At an information session held…
“Ceasefire Now!” dead in committee, remains contentious among student body
Elise Gregg | Editor-in-Chief The student government has once again become embroiled in controversy over the “Ceasefire Now!” resolution. It was condemned by the Board…
CasaCuba expansion comes at the worst possible time
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer In the wake of the hiring freeze, a once exciting project promising a space to uplift Cuban voices across the…
FIU’s Relationship with Chinese Universities Terminated
Alexander Luzula | Assistant News Director FIU’s international partnership with several Chinese universities has been terminated, following revisions to state university funding policies. This decision…
School of Music’s Jazz Festival features young musicians and industry legends
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director With the Herbert & Nicole Wertheim School of Music going all out this semester, the Jan. 20 Jazz concert…
Fraternity and Sorority Life hosts ribbon cutting ceremony
(Check out some photos from the event! Hold and drag to slide between photos.) Alejandra Ayala | Photographer Fraternity and Sorority Life held a ribbon…
Letter to the Editor | The New FIU Alumni Email Policy: Apparent Caveats and Possible Way Forward
Haley R. Dawson and Sarwar J. Minar | Graduate and Professional Student Committee Florida International University announced a new alumni email access policy whichrestricts alumni…
FIU Students and Staff Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr at Commemorative Dinner
Staff Writer | Hennessy Sepulveda The Black Student Union, Office of Social Justice and Inclusion and the Martin Luther King committee partnered up for the…
A look into The Spanish Seminole: sharing Florida’s untold Indigenous perspective
Gabriela Danger | Staff Writer Getting a fully informed understanding of history is something that involves all kinds of views and documentation of experiences. The…
BOT approves $10 million gift from Benjamin Leon, Jr. for CasaCuba
Elise Gregg | Editor-in-Chief The Board of Trustees unanimously voted this afternoon to approve a $10 million gift from Benajmin Leon, Jr. for FIU’s CasaCuba…
HB 1519: the newest attack on reproductive rights in Florida.
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer A new bill restricting reproductive freedom has been filed by House Republican David Borrero. It would ultimately finalize the ban…
Men’s basketball looks to win third consecutive game against Liberty
Jaymz Cosme | Staff Writer The FIU men’s basketball team looks to open up a win streak as they face off with the Liberty Flames…
Florida special status to persecuted students risks bias
PantherNOW Editorial Board On Jan. 10 Governor Ron Desantis, in response to rising anti-semitism on college campuses, signed an executive order instructing Florida’s public school…
Florida’s government is failing student drag performers
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer To anyone in the LGBTQ+ community at FIU who wants to freely express themselves via the art of drag, it’s…
FIU Alumni, Former Miami-Dade School Board member Lubby Navarro arrested; accused of stealing $100K with district cards
Abdul Malik | Contributing Writer Lubby Navarro, a former Miami-Dade School Board Vice Chair and FIU alumni, is accused of two counts of grand theft…
Board of Trustees to Meet Jan. 18, Discuss Proposed CasaCuba Building Donation
Alexander Luzula | Assistant News Director FIU’s Board of Trustees will meet on Jan. 18 to discuss a proposed naming for the upcoming CasaCuba building,…
FIU’s consistent lackluster events is disappointing
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer FIU’s student life and engagement events are lackluster for the majority of the year aside from the fall semester. When…
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of New Student Lounge at the College of Law
Aziza Ibragimova | Contributing Writer The College of Law held a ribbon-cutting ceremony dedicated to the new student lounge in the Rafael Diaz-Balart Hall on…
January concerts: starting off the semester with the School of Music
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Director of Entertainment The Herbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music is going to be busy this semester; here are some…
SGA Announces Extended Hours for Market at Breezeway
Aziza Ibragimova | Contributing Writer The Office of Business Services recently decided to extend the hours for Market at Breezeway. Market at Breezeway, a popular…
Men’s basketball looks to continue their hot shooting vs. UTEP
Jaymz Cosme | Staff Writer The FIU men’s basketball team looks to find another conference victory at home as they face off with the UTEP…
University presidents should not be held to the same standards as politicians
PantherNOW Editorial Board On Jan. 2, Harvard President Claudine Gay yielded to pressure from conservative critics and announced that she would resign from her post…
State of the Student Body Highlights Commitment to Student Engagement
Abdul Malik | Contributing Writer The Student Government Association hosted a showcase of student leadership, advocacy, and community engagement at Graham Center. The gathering highlighted…
Cracking the Code of Life: FIU Pioneers Rewrite the Rules of DNA Repair
Ram Praneeth | Contributing Writer Embarking on a journey through the world of DNA and RNA dynamics, Dr. Yuan Liu, associate professor in the department…
Women’s basketball looks to extend their four game win streak against New Mexico State
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU women’s basketball team looks to continue their longest win streak of the season against the New Mexico State…
Move over for everyone, it’s not that hard
Heidi Cuevas | Opinion Director Florida’s “Move Over” law has been expanded and it’s about time. With FIU being 93% commuters, driving takes up hours…
Back-of-House at FIU shows the behind-the-scenes of event coverage
Isabella Polo | Contributing Writer FIU’s Back of House is showing students of all backgrounds and majors the versatility of event management and hospitality through…
Help Wanted: SGA low on senators
Elise Gregg | Editor-in-Chief For student government, the new semester started far more mildly than the last one ended, with senate chambers somewhat bare. Senators…
Florida’s hiring freeze is terrifying for staff and students
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer I never thought the politics around hiring people within our community could get any worse than this, but the hiring…
FIU springs back into action for Week of Welcome 2024
Mhyanif Lozada | Entertainment Director FIU’s staple week-long tradition to kick off the Spring semester welcomes students back to campus. Here are some campus life…
Write this one down: Important dates for spring 2024
Gabriela Danger | Staff Writer The spring 2024 semester begins on Jan. 8 – here are all the dates you need to keep in mind…
Men’s basketball to face off with Jacksonville State in Conference USA opener
Carla Mendez | Assistant Sports Director The FIU men’s basketball team begins the new year on the road and are taking on the Jacksonville State…
Women’s basketball looks to continue crashing the boards against Jacksonville State
Jaymz Cosme | Staff Writer The FIU women’s basketball team looks to continue their hot streak into conference play, as they take on Jacksonville State…
Ban on pride flags borders on unconstitutional
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer On Dec. 18, Florida State Rep. David Borrero filed bill HB 901, which would prohibit the display of pride flags…
That’s all, folks – Fall 2023 in review
Conor Moore | Assistant Opinion Director Thank the FIU gods that 2023 is over. Regardless of where you stand or land, I think we can…
Show-and-tells and murder mystery parties with Alpha Psi Omega
Priscilla Pozo and Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Directors The student organization Alpha Psi Omega prides itself on offering a community to theatrically inspired students….
Swimming & Diving returns to action in the FIU Sprint Invite
Will Duval | Sports Director The swimming and diving team is opening up the new year by hosting the FIU Sprint Invite, beginning on Wednesday,…
New Year’s resolutions are just a trend
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer As we kiss 2023 goodbye and look toward the new year, the resolutions we promise to hold ourselves to fade…
While we wait for the hiring freeze to thaw…
PantherNOW Editorial Board As first reported by WLRN over winter break, FIU has put a freeze on hiring individuals from “countries of concern”. Stemming from…
Men’s basketball travels to Utah Tech for last game of 2023
Jaymz Cosme | Staff Writer The FIU’s men’s basketball team is set for their final matchup of 2023 and are traveling west to face the…
Leave room for a tip or don’t leave at all
Conor Moore | Assistant Opinion Director Tipping culture is growing and here to stay. If you want to go out you need to budget a…
Women’s basketball looks to continue consistency against Utah State
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU women’s basketball team looks to keep their consistent play going against the Utah Tech Bisons on Saturday, Dec….
Grit and growing pains: reviewing the 2023 men’s soccer campaign
Carla Mendez | Assistant Sports Director Through a year of both growing pains and celebratory moments, the FIU men’s soccer team concluded their season with…
Christmas, the most wasteful holiday of the year
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer It’s the most wonderful time of the year – not just for you and your families, but for landfills across…
Logistics and Supply Chain Management Association prepares to meet industry demands
Hennessy Sepulveda | Staff Writer Miami is a global logistical hub, and FIU’s own Logistics and Supply Chain Management Association is making moves towards bright…
An FIU student’s guide on how not to become an insurrectionist
PantherNOW Editorial Board The recent arrest and felony charge of an FIU alumna for her role in the Jan 6. Capitol attack has prompted heated…
Softball signs four new student-athletes for the 2024 season
Carla Mendez | Assistant Sports Director The FIU softball team rounded out their 2024 roster and signed a total of four new student-athletes on Dec….
FIU Implements Hiring Pause for Some Foreign-Born Candidates
Alexander Luzula | Assistant News Director FIU has announced an immediate hiring pause on candidates from several countries, including China, Cuba, and Venezuela. Vice President…
Christmas is being co-opted
Benz De Marshall Pierre | Staff Writer Many years ago I became disillusioned with Christmas ever since I became aware of the strong commercial push…
Dees, Carter headline football’s 23 signings on National Signing Day
Jaymz Cosme | Staff Writer The FIU football team kicked off their offseason by inking 23 new players on National Signing Day on Wednesday Dec….
Ad Hoc Meeting Brings Revisions to University Construction Plans
Andres Davila | News Director With the implementation of the Campus Master Plan in June, the Board of Trustees Ad Hoc Committee held a meeting…
Classroom etiquette doesn’t stop in high school
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer University is much different than high school: you can choose not to go to class or leave early and even…
FIU Alumna, GOP Strategist Arrested in Capitol Riot Fallout
Ram Praneeth | Contributing Writer Following the January 6 riots, Barbara Balmaseda, former vice president of FIU GOP, a notable GOP strategist, and former student,…
Men’s basketball looks to follow up record-breaking performance vs. Stetson
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU men’s basketball team is hosting the Stetson Hatters in the second of three consecutive home games on Tuesday,…
Our generation should be more socially active
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Going out and exploring the city’s nightlife is a great way for students to have fun. So why is there…
Women’s basketball looks to keep their win streak alive in the MTE Christmas Classic
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU women’s basketball team is hosting three teams in the MTE Christmas Classic tournament, beginning on Monday, Dec. 18,…
Half a year later, anti-trans bill hits home at FIU
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer Nearly six months after House Bill 1521’s passing, transgender students at FIU have begun to feel the bills’ cruel effects. …
Black Revolutionary Study rewinds back to the Civil Rights Movement
Kaysa Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director The civil-rights documentary series “Eyes on the Prize” had its Season 2, Episode 1 featured for the Black Revolutionary…
A season of highs and lows: women’s soccer’s growth in 2023
Carla Mendez | Assistant Sports Director The 2023 FIU women’s soccer campaign proved to be one of the most successful in the history of the…
Letter to the Editor: Reject Politicization and Misinformation
Yishmael Columna | Junior, Political Science and International Relations Student I want to bring to your attention the divisive points of the “Ceasefire-Now” Resolution. This…
SGA’s inclusion of the Disabled Student Union is only the first step
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer FIU’s Disabled Student Union (not to be confused with the Disability Resource Center), is the newest official bureau to be…
The Haitian Student Union: An Assemblage for the Haitian Community
Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Entertainment Director The Haitian Student Union strives to unite FIU’s Haitian community and to enrich the student body as a whole….
Men’s basketball looks to win third in four games against FAU
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU men’s basketball team is traveling to Boca Raton, Florida to face off with FAU Owls on Wednesday, Dec….
Campus creatives fuel their passion with the Fine Arts Student Association
Isabella Polo | Contributing Writer With so many creatives studying on campus, the Fine Arts Student Association provides a community to express their diverse talents….
“We are making progress” said Coach MacIntyre as football enters a long offseason
Jaymz Cosme | Staff Writer The FIU football team wrapped up their 2023 season with a series of highs and lows. After getting off to…
Finding their footing: volleyball’s growth throughout their season
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU volleyball team finished off their season by getting eliminated in the semifinals of Conference USA Championship tournament on…
Letter to the Editor: “SGA should be an entity that powers public expression”
Kaily LaChapelle | Senate President of Student Government Association, President of Pride Student Union, and Co-Founder/Vice-President of Disabled Student Union Hello Panthers! I have been…
Final BOT of fall discusses end-of-semester controversies
Samuel Larreal | Staff Writer With their last meeting of the year wrapped up, the Board of Trustees still has loose ends with some of…
BOT discusses new housing plan for new year
Samuel Larreal | Staff Writer The Board of Trustees discussed preliminary plans to provide more on-campus housing for freshmen during the fall term of 2024,…
Coming home: Jonathan Aybar’s journey to the FIU basketball team
Will Duval | Sports Director After spending his first three seasons in college with the North Florida Ospreys, junior forward Jonathan Aybar joined the FIU…
Pre-Dental Society shares its “floss-ophy” on career development and support
Natalie Gutierrez | Staff Writer FIU’s Pre-Dental Society creates an environment where pre-dental students can experience academic and professional enrichment. President Allaa Chami is a…
BOT December 7 Meeting: What to Expect
Alexander Luzula | Assistant News Director The Board of Trustees will be meeting for the last time this semester on Dec. 7th at 9 a.m….
“Ceasefire Now! ” isn’t a battle worth fighting
Conor Moore | Staff Writer Despite there being cuts to graduate funding, an imminent housing crisis for international students and an increasing DeSantis influence on…
Disabled Students gain government representation as SGA recognizes Disabled Student Union as a bureau
Samuel Larreal | Staff Writer The Disabled Student Union was recognized as an official bureau within the Student Government on Nov. 27, giving the student…
Letter to the Editor: Reject Interference in SGA
Bailey Bond-Trittipo | Ph.D. Student, Engineering & Computing Education Ceasefire Now! is a proposed Student Government Association (SGA) resolution that calls on SGA to endorse…
This year’s APHA conference shines a light on FIU’s silent heroes
Alba Rosa | Assistant News Director Several doctoral students under the Robert Stempel College of Public Health and Social Work represented their findings, demonstrating FIU’s…
Panel Reflects upon the Challenges of Haitian Education
Ram Praneeth | Contributing Writer Haiti, a country marred by instability and poverty, struggles with many internal and external conflicts. Education is no different in…
In college, sleep is a luxury
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer It’s known that getting the right amount of sleep improves your mental health and your academic performance. So why is…
Men’s basketball looks to reclaim momentum vs. LIU
Pablo Hernandez | Assistant Sports Director The FIU men’s basketball team is looking to bounce back and is taking on the Long Island Sharks on…
Starbucks sit-in to show solidarity with Palestine
Menah-Alla Ahmed | Contributing Writer Over a dozen students attended a sit-in study session at MANGO Starbucks on Wednesday, Nov. 29 to show their solidarity…
Student organizations value their autonomy – administrators should too
PantherNOW Editorial Board Over the last several weeks, Student Government Association has found itself caught in a dizzying back-and-forth with a variety of student groups…
“Help We Matter 2”: Stories Behind the Bars
Salma Ibrahim | Contributing Writer On Nov. 30, addressing the pressing issues of mass incarceration and the ongoing fight against it in Cook County Jail,…
Delv AI: Pranjali Awasthi’s Journey in Leveraging AI to Build Useful Applications
Nafiul Khalid | Contributing Writer On Nov. 29, in an exploration of the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI), Pranjali Awasthi, the founder of Delv.AI,…
Panel Discusses Growth and Challenges in Brazilian Infrastructure
Salma Ibrahim | Contributing Writer On Nov. 28, a panel conversation was held at Graham Center addressing the challenges of sustainable development and exploring the…
Desantis’ “Don’t Say Gay” bill claims newest victim
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer To no one’s surprise, the expansion of Florida’s homophobic “Don’t Say Gay” law has caused a queer, gender non-conforming teacher…
Foreign Policy and 2024 Election: A Panel Discussion addressing America’s Next Presidency
Nafiul Khalid | Contributing Writer On Nov. 28, to address a pressing public policy issue—how foreign policy considerations might impact the 2024 election—a panel discussion…
Breaking news: football’s QB Grayson James and WR Kris Mitchell enter the transfer portal
Jaymz Cosme | Staff Writer Junior quarterback Grayson James and redshirt junior wide receiver Kris Mitchell have both opted to enter the transfer portal, as…
Wertheim College to partner with Baptist Health
By Alexander Luzula | Assistant News Director After months of deliberations and negotiations, the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine will be partnering with Baptist Health…
Women’s basketball to face off with defensive-minded GSU
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU women’s basketball team is taking on the Georgia Southern Eagles in the third of their six game home-stand…
“Ceasefire Now!” resolution draws crowd but remains stuck in committee
Elise Gregg and Samuel Larreal | PantherNOW Staff Dozens of students packed the senate chambers on Monday, pressuring senators to pass a resolution that will…
Influencers aren’t the news – and they don’t owe us opinions
Ariana Rodriguez | Staff Writer As brand ambassadors and influencers become mainstream, it’s alarming how their opinions spread like wildfire. Many TikTokers turned podcasters share…
Housing scarcity calls FIU’s Commitment to International Students into question
PantherNOW Editorial Board International students’ difficulties in securing housing at FIU have called the university’s commitment to them into question. FIU continuously praises its triumphs…
Men’s basketball looks to bounce back from their losing streak vs. KSU
Will Duval | Sports Director The FIU men’s basketball team looks to snap their three-game losing streak against the Kennesaw State Owls on Sunday, Nov….
Florida reptiles and amphibians deserve respect
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Reptiles and amphibians can be slimy creatures to some students, but they hold too much importance to Florida wildlife to…
SGA resolution demanding ceasefire in Gaza likely stuck until spring
Samuel Larreal | Staff Writer With only one senate meeting left in the calendar, a late-term student government resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza…
Football looks to snap three-game losing streak in their final game vs. WKU
Jaymz Cosme | Staff Writer The FIU football is playing their final game of the season against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers on Saturday, Nov. 25,…
Biologist and Professor with a Passion for Restoring Amphibians
Ana Cedeno | Staff Writer After spending two months in South America, Alessandro Catenazzi, FIU biologist and assistant professor of biological sciences, has found new…
GobbleNOW: A Very Panther Thanksgiving (and Black Friday)
Conor Moore and Kaysea Suzana | PantherNOW Staff Gobble until you wobble, Panthers, and keep the gravy train rolling, because Thanksgiving and Black Friday, two…
Adapting: Thanksgiving when the holidays get lonely
Heidi Cuevas| Assistant Opinion Director Whether we only have our immediate family or they’re on the other side of the world, Thanksgiving can quickly become…
The ongoing destruction of the Pine Rocklands
Mariantonia Mejia | Staff Writer As it stands, there is less than two percent of the already endangered Pine Rocklands remaining in South Florida. Miami…