About Us

FIU Student Media includes PantherNOW and The Roar, which are edited and produced by students at FIU.

We publish online every week as well as in our monthly print edition during the fall and spring semesters.

The Roar (WRGP) is the student-run radio station, which operates 24 /7 on 95.3 in Miami, 96.9 in North Miami and 88.1 in Kendall/Homestead area.

Got a tip or want to write for us? Contact Us.

Who is the Media Board?

Our Media Board comprises professionals from the academic and media industry:

• Lillian Lodge Kopenhaver – Chair & Dean Emeritus
• Melina de Rose – Sun Sentinel
• Susan Jacobson – Journalism Chair
• Tom Julin – Gunster Law Firm
• Alex Mena – Miami Herald
• Brian Schriner – CARTA Dean
• Hazel Vela – WPLG Local 10, NBC
• Michelle Marchante – Miami Herald