Homecoming

Trail of the Torch brings FIU’s largest tradition to Homecoming week

Nimechi Ikechi-uko/Contributing Writer On July 20, 2017, President Rosenberg sent an email to the entire student body, including staff and faculty members, that began with, “In a little over 100 days, we celebrate one of the most exciting times of the year… Homecoming Week!” While his words expressed unbridled enthusiasm, there is nothing quite like […]

Homecoming committee kicks off the countdown festivities

Christina Guerrero/Contributing Writer Just when you think our own EDC Summerfest concert was going to be the last and biggest event of the summer, you thought wrong. Our homecoming committee has been going above and beyond, year after year to live up to their name of throwing the best homecoming events. This year, FIU successfully […]

It’s carnival time: a 100-day countdown to Homecoming

Martha Perez-Mendez/Staff For schools around the nation, homecoming is the best time of year. Between football, tailgates and countless events, there is always something waiting for students to attend. FIU is no exception. However, as we wait for the festivities to begin, our homecoming coordinators aren’t waiting for fall to get started. Carnival: The 100-day […]

Panthers’ three-game winning streak snapped on Homecoming night

Peter Holland, Jr. // Asst. Sports Director FIU’s three game winning streak came to an end on homecoming night after losing to Louisiana Tech University 44-24. FIU’s only lead of the night was in their opening drive when they settled for a 24-yard field goal by kicker Austin Taylor, which gave them a 3-0 lead […]

Football team’s performance a ‘key component’ in game attendance

Peter Holland Jr. // Asst. Sports Director Homecoming week is supposed to bring students, faculty and alumni together to unite as one and show school pride. What better way to do that than on a Saturday to tailgate and then watch the Panthers play at the stadium? But there’s one issue: getting people to attend the […]

Homecoming Council shares how they plan homecoming

Each year, the homecoming council at FIU puts together a week of events to try and get students more involved within the FIU community. The amount of effort it takes to put together the week of homecoming, as well as what happens behind the scenes, is what some FIU students might miss.

Panther Power throws Roary’s birthday bash

FIU’s loveable mascot, Roary, is going to be celebrating his 29th birthday this year at The Biscayne Bay Campus.Every year, this event is promoted as an extravaganza during homecoming week and is held by Panther Power, the official committee for promoting athletics and school spirit at the University. Rosemona St. Jean, senior biological sciences major is the president of Panther Power for the 2016-2017 school year. She explains that Panther Power is the spirit council at the BBC.
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Trail of the Torch tradition becomes a homecoming event on both campuses

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Students should come to the games

Our editorial board is all for making political statements and speaking out when there’s a problem but we also understand the importance of supporting our students and athletes.

Students: Support our players

During homecoming week, the homecoming council promotes several events in order to get the student body engaged in college life.

Homecoming is a special campus tradition

As homecoming week approaches, excitement around FIU grows. With the Panthermonium concert and the traditional homecoming parade and football game, students are hyped to show even more of their school spirit during this week-long tradition.

Budget and new positions appointed for SGC-BBC

The Student Government Council appointed new positions and budgets for upcoming events.
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