Dear FIU, We live in dark times that consume our thoughts. We also need to be able to focus on the beauty of things. Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love, whether that be from your partner, your friend, or even your love for our school. We, as a team, have embraced the spirit […]
Alexandra Phelps | Staff Writer It’s peak fall time, and Florida International University organizations are taking full advantage of the season. Monday, Oct. 27th, all students are invited to join a Shadow Work Costume Party at MMC’s Graham Center, room 305, where costumes aren’t required but recommended! This event is set to take place from […]
Sophia Noya | Staff Writer Panthers were invited to get into the Halloween spirit with the Worn/Reborn Club, where they made boo-tiful beaded bracelets and listened to spooky seasonal tunes at their Haunted Accessory Build-Off event last Wednesday. This marked the second event for Worn/Reborn, a new FIU club focusing on alternative fashion and sustainability. […]
Sophia Noya | Staff Writer In the heart of campus stands the Stocker AstroScience Center, sporting the only telescope of its kind in South Florida. Inside, FIU’s Astronomy Club meets once a month to observe and learn about the stars in the night sky. After some years of inactivity, the stars have continued to align […]
Priscilla Gocende | Contributing Writer Students and their families filled the Graham Center Ballrooms on Friday, Sept. 19th, for the Family Weekend Silent Disco at Florida International University’s Modesto Maidique Campus. The event gave Panthers a chance to dance, connect, and try something new in a lively, relaxed setting. Guests could choose from three channels: […]
Michael Andrillon | Contributing Writer Arcade cabinets and a PS3 with Rock Band booted up may seem a little out of place at FIU’s Green Library. However, for the semester’s Library Fair, nostalgia was the theme of the game, encouraging students to bask in the past while enjoying the many resources available at FIU during […]
Karen Alava | Staff Writer The sound of music begins before practice even starts. Walking into Heartbeats A Cappella rehearsal, voices echoing around the room, students humming, warming up, or simply passing the time until rehearsal begins. Soon, as it starts, members split into sections: sopranos, mezzos, altos, tenors, and basses. Each practice scales and […]
Wenderlis Guevara | Contributing writer Thursday, Sept. 18th, the Transfer Social was hosted by the Honors College, transforming the space into a lively hub of laughter, games, and conversation. The event welcomed transfer students from across campus, offering them a chance to connect, share experiences, and build a sense of community. From the food to […]
Bryan Baste | Staff Writer Open to all students, Hispanic Heritage Month’s Culturefest went underway last week. Filled with authentic Hispanic food, games, and dancing, this event was about celebration and community. “It’s just a fun way to celebrate one’s culture and to learn a little bit more,” says Chery Pratas, one of the programming […]
Alexandra Phelps | Staff Writer Autumn has officially begun, and Florida International University organizations are not letting the season’s shift slow them down. Here’s what events are on PantherNOW’s radar this week! Tuesday, Sept. 30th, students who are interested in or have alternative fashion styles may enjoy themed fashion stalls and goodie bags at MMC’s […]
Kate Anastasia Le | Contributing Writer Last week, Geek Culture Club – FIU’s community for fans of all things geek culture – kicked off its first fall meeting in GC 150, and the room was packed with energy. Extra chairs were even brought in to make sure everyone had a seat. A few students even […]
Sophia Noya | Staff Writer Last Wednesday, the Japan Club invited all Panthers to sing their favorite songs at their Karaoke Night in the Graham Center. “Karaoke is a big part of Japanese culture,” said Amy Cui, Asian Studies major and President of the Japan Club, “A lot of people go to Japan to do […]
