Students cited international law and human rights violations as they joined a nationwide wave of demonstrations calling for lasting peace in Gaza. Aniela Cabrera | Staff Writer On Thursday, October 9th, students gathered on the Graham Center Lawns to protest for Palestine. The estimated 40 protesters drew attention from onlookers passing by as well as […]
Student Senator Leads Push for Suicide Prevention at FIU, Naming September 22 Veteran Suicide Awareness Day Jonathan Roman | Staff Writer Resolution S.R 06004 The suicide and Veteran Suicide awareness and Prevention resolution introduced by SGA Senator and Veteran David Riera designates September as suicide awareness month, and September 22 as FIU Veteran Suicide Prevention […]
The move follows the Solicitor General’s claim that HSI funding violates the Fifth Amendment; over 500 institutions, including FIU, brace for major losses. Alicia Bolton | Contributing Writer On September 10, 2025, the Trump administration announced it would cease grants to Hispanic-serving institutions. It followed a letter issued in July by the Solicitor General of […]
New student group partners with Eco-Athletes to push for greener sports on campus. Aniela Cabrera | Staff Writer The Sustainable Sports Club (SSC) started this semester and is open to any student, not just athletes. In partnership with Eco-Athelets, a nonprofit organization that trains athletes to use their platforms to speak out on climate change, […]
The Wall Street Journal ranks FIU above UF, FSU, and other state institutions, marking its second consecutive year at the top. Jonathan Roman | Staff Writer The Wall Street Journal has ranked FIU the No.1 university in Florida for 2025. With the University of Florida ranking No. 2, the University of North Florida ranking No. […]
Federal workers face furloughs, and students may see FAFSA delays as Congress remains deadlocked on Medicaid and ACA subsidies. Jonathan Roman | Staff Writer The U.S federal government is currently in a government shutdown for the first time in seven years, as Congress remains divided. Yearly, Congress must pass a federal spending bill, allocating money […]
After considering campuses at FIU and FAU, Trump’s team confirmed the presidential library will rise beside Miami’s Freedom Tower, shifting attention away from local universities. Shane Miller | Contributing Writer Miami-Dade College has officially sold a private lot under its ownership to the Florida state government, which will house President Donald Trump’s future Presidential library, […]
Partnership brings new banking services, international student programs, and a campus passport office. Jorge Cardona | Contributing Writer Last spring semester, FIU ended its long-standing partnership with Wells Fargo, a move prompted by the bank’s decision to close physical branches and shift towards a fully digital model. On May 20, 2025, the university formally announced that University […]
Student organizations arranged a vigil on Monday in commemoration of Charlie Kirk at FIU’s MMC campus. Alicia Maria Bolton, Aniela Cabrera, and Jorge Cardona | Contributory and Staff Writers On Monday, September 15, a memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk brought together “750 attendees,” according to FIU police Chief Casas. Turning Point USA FIU, Miami […]
Fariha Tasnim Amir | Staff Writer FIU’s BBC campus is getting a brand new metro rail station following the $389.5 million funding approved by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) towards the Northeast Corridor Rapid Transit Project. The anticipated approval of the massive rail project spanning 13.5 miles connecting Miami-Dade to Broward and Palm Beach counties […]
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 university’s recent Preeminent award, but not without the defiance of senators who protested against thanking the Board of Governors in light of their recent actions. S.R. 05 002, ‘Committing to […]
Gabriela Danger | Assistant News Director A career in academic research is something that many students interact with on a college campus, whether they consider it themselves or know others who do. On Apr. 15, R. Lorraine Collins came to FIU and gave a talk about the challenges and rewards of a career in academia. […]
