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Data shows slight increase of women in College of Engineering and Computing

While the University has seen a steady 43 percent increase in women applicants for the College of Engineering and Computing, the same can’t be said for the number of enrolled women, with the college only seeing a 23 percent increase since 2011.

Being friends online with employers is a ‘grey area’

Students and employees might be hesitant to share any part of their online life with the people that only see them in a professional setting, but career coaches say otherwise.

Cost of living higher for millennials than any other generation

Millennials today are generally more educated than prior generations and are the largest group employed in the U.S. economy, yet they’re currently facing a more difficult economic situation than their own parents did, according to the chairman of the University’s Economics department.

Professors suggest ways to debunk fake news

While the term “fake news” seems to have been created during the last year’s presidential campaign, the spreading of false news has always existed, according to FIU professors.

Myths versus truths: A guide for freshman year

Marie Anne Echevarria-Reina/ Contributing Writer Whether you believe them or not, there are always myths about college that survive and thrive, distracting students from the reality. As a freshman, you will start thinking of all the unknowns, and while some of the rumors about college may be true, you have no idea what to really […]

FIU Digital Commons surpasses 2 million downloads

FIU’s Digital Commons has gone viral and reached beyond FIU’s physical borders, achieving more than two million downloads.

University on track to higher enrollment, online classes and retention

The University is on track to meeting their goals for their five year strategic plan which involves higher retention rates, increased enrollment and more online classes, university officials said.

Cyber threats escalating with technology growth

With the rate technology is moving, the threat of cyber-attacks will continue to escalate, officials said, with the latest Google Docs phishing attack just one example of the ongoing battle.

Panther JobLink to be replaced by new program

Students can expect a new software called the HandShake Program to replace the old platform, Panther JobLink, Ivette Duarte, the director of the Career and Talent Development office said to Student Media.

Students ‘freak out’ over funnel cake

The Fair opens on March 23 and after recent polls, 49 percent of students surveyed voted Freak Out as their favorite ride and 45 percent of students voted funnel cake as their favorite fair snack.

Students weigh in on coffee preferences at MMC

During the last week, Feb. 17 through Feb. 19, students and faculty were polled about where they go for coffee on campus and why.
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