Roary’s Weekly Round-Up: List of Events Happening This Week

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FIU is known to have a multitude of diverse events, held by hundreds of  student organizations. With plenty of them happening at the same time, it is hard to keep track of them all. 

PantherNow introduces the Weekly Event Guide, helping every student to stay in the know of all things happening on campus. 

Check out some of the exciting events happening this week, Feb. 1. – Feb. 6.

Monday, Feb 1.

FIU Student Literary Contest

Students who love to write poetry, fiction, or non-fiction are encouraged to submit their original pieces for this contest. Submissions close on Feb. 5 at 4 p.m.

Where: Online

Time: 8 a.m.

Kindsights – Photographs by Robert G. Zukerman

Kindsight showcases original photographs by Robert G. Zukerman in this gallery, which aims to illuminate the beauties of everyday life through random encounters and moments. 

Where: Miami Beach Urban Studios, Lincoln Gallery

Time: 9 a.m.

State of the World 2021

This week’s segment discusses the world during the coronavirus pandemic along with the fight for democracy and human rights. 

Where: Online

Time: 9:30 a.m.

Hospitality Resume Cafe

Get your resume reviewed with a hospitality professional.

Where: Online

Time: 11 p.m

Write It Out With The Healthy Living Program

Start the week off with some journaling and heavy reflecting with The Healthy Living Program. Students are encouraged to set goals for the week.

Where: Instagram Live

Time: 11 a.m.

Instagram: @fiuhlp

A Day in the Life of a Director of Human Resources

Guest speaker Charlomae Wathington, Director of Human Resources of Duffy’s Sport Grill, discusses her journey in human resources.

Where: Online

Time: 12:45 p.m.

Cultural Conversations: Media Mondays

The Office of Social Justice and Inclusion will discuss topics that will help students to seek solutions to social issues. 

Where: Online

Time: 3 p.m.

Instagram: @fiu_osji

SGA Senate Meeting

SGA hosts their weekly senate meeting.

Where: Online

Time: 4 p.m.

Instagram: @fiusga

Strategies for Countering Racism at Home

The College of Business holds the seminar to come up with ways to discuss topics such as racism and prejudice at home. 

Where: Online

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Instagram: @fiubusiness

Virtual Art Talk: Lorna Galloway

CARTA hosts an art talk with special guest Lorna Galloway.

Where: Online

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Instagram: @fiucarta

Advancing Women and Diversity in the Hospitality Industry

The Women’s Hospitality Initiative provides resources for all women leaders who plan to take part in the restaurant industry. 

Where: Online

Time: 7:45 p.m.

Instagram: @womenshospitalityinitiative

Tuesday, Feb 2. 

Dreamland

This event is for all students who are struggling with getting proper sleep at night. The workshop will discuss ways to help you fall asleep, especially during times of high stress.  

Where: Online
Time: 11 a.m.

Instagram: @fiuhlp

Sigma Pi Sigma First General Meeting

Sigma Pi Sigma will be discussing all the exciting events they are hosting this season and will introduce their newest members to their organizations. All students are welcome to join in on all the fun and to get to know more about the organization.

Where: Online

Time: 3:30 p.m.

Instagram: @sigmapisigmafiu

Sigma Iota Rho General Body Meeting

Sigma Iota Rho will discuss all the events they will be hosting this spring during this general body meeting. Students will also receive information on how to join the student organization. 

Where: Online

Time: 5 p.m.

Instagram: @fiu_sir. 

Empowering Women in Law With Special Guest Kristen Corpion

For this weekly meeting, student organization Empowering Women in Law brings special guest Kristen Corpion to discuss her experience in the law field and the launch of her firm, CORPlaw.

Where: Online

Time: 7 p.m.

Instagram: @ewilfiu

Wednesday, Feb 3.

Ballet With the Healthy Living Program

The Healthy Living Program will host their very own ballet workshop. Get your ballet slippers and prepare to learn some basic techniques of this form of dance.

Where: Online

Time: 3:30 p.m. 

Instagram: @fiulp  

SGA Cabinet Meeting

The SGA Cabinet will share what they have planned for you this upcoming semester. 

Where: Online 

Time:  4 p.m.

Instagram: @fiusga

Night of Hope Gala

FIU’s Relay For Life hosts their annual Night of Hope Gala to raise awareness for the American Cancer Society. 

Where: Online

Time: 6 p.m.

Instagram: @fiurelay

XXIV New Music Miami ISCM Festival 2021: Alumni Composers Concert

For the very first time, the New Music Miami Festival will take place, featuring special music performances by FIU alumni. This music event will feature a special performance by the FIU NODUS Ensemble.

Where: Online

Time: 7:30 p.m.

SPC’s To All Those I’ve Loved Before

The Student Programming Council brings guest speaker Lisa Concepcion to discuss all things from love, dating, and relationships.

Where: Online

Time: 7 p.m. 

Instagram: @fiuspc

APPA’s First Virtual Shadowing Event


The Association of Pre-Physician Assistant will host its first-ever shadowing virtual event. Students interested in taking part in the medical field will have the opportunity to shadow medical professionals and learn more about the world of becoming a Physician Assistant. 

Where: Online

Passcode: SvJeF0

Time: 7 p.m.

Instagram: 

Thursday, Feb 4.

Cultural Conversations: Black Girls Rock… Influential Black Women

For Black History Month, the Office of Social Justice and Inclusion will have conversations focusing on Influential Black Women.

Where: Online

Time 12:00 pm

Instagram: @fiu_osji

Educate to Elevate

The Healthy Living Program is holding a game night for Black History Month. Trivia will include topics such as racial injustice, inequality, and the black experience in America. 

Where: Online

Time: 3 p.m.

Instagram: @fiuhlp

MMI: What Does Manhood Mean to You

The Male Mentoring Initiative will hold a seminar discussing the meaning of manhood and where it’s first came to be. 

Where: Online

Time: 3 p.m.

Paw Power Hour

Discover tips and tricks for success while overcoming the pandemic. Students will learn crucial skills such as resume building and networking with the College of Arts, Science, & Education (CASE) and alumni

Where: Online 

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb 5. 

BSU General Body Meeting

The Black Student Union will host their second general meeting for the spring semester.

Where: Online

Time: 5 p.m.

Instagram: @bsufiu

APPA 2nd General Body Meeting

The Association of Pre-Physician Assistants will hold their 2nd general body meeting where students can speak with current PA students. 

Where: Online

Time: 7 p.m.

Instagram: @fiuprepa

Saturday, Feb 6.

2021 Student Leadership Summit

Students seeking to gain new leadership skills will have the chance to at the Student Leadership Summit. Guest Speaker Rachel Lindsay will discuss her experience on the Bachelorette and how it influenced her ability to marry her skills and passions. 

Where: Online

Time: 9:30 a.m.

Instagram: @fiucls

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