Kaysea Suzana | Assistant Director of Entertainment The Herbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music is going to be busy this semester; here are some concert dates to keep in mind. The season spans the New Music Miami ISCM Festival running from Jan. 17 through April 24th, beginning with the artists-in-residence ensemble, The Amernet String-Quartet. […]
Isabella Polo | Contributing Writer With so many creatives studying on campus, the Fine Arts Student Association provides a community to express their diverse talents. The Fine Arts Student Association is an organization on campus that promotes networking between artists. From ceramics to oil painting to even digital design, there is a space for students […]
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Singing may be a daunting task for students, as some may claim they can’t sing or they’re worried about embarrassing themselves; however, singing could be exactly what we need during hard times. The simple act of singing can regulate our heart rate and calm down our nervous system. Our bodies […]
Susannah Diaz | Contributing Writer Caribbean culture cheerfully flowed from the Graham Center last week. The Caribbean Student Association has officially hosted its first Culture Night of the semester here at Modesto Maidique Campus. CSA teamed up with the Jamaican Student Union and the Haitian Student Union to create a great night for students on […]
Host: Elijah Gomide Pestana Enjoy the sounds of the wonder that is Brazilian music, from Tropicalia, Bossa nova, Samba, and Classic choro. Brazilian American Elijah Pestana also breaks down the songs meaning and shares his passion for his home country. Cheiro Verde by Barbatuques Na Cadencia do samba by Barbatuques Magalenha by Sergio Mendes Dona […]
Heidi Cuevas | Assistant Opinion Director No matter where you are in college, it’s never too late to take advantage of the opportunities FIU offers, particularly for CARTA students. Whenever I mention that I’m an English major I’m met with the same question – what are you going to do with that? It’s difficult to […]
Kailey Krantz | Staff Writer Students may go ga-ga for Taylor Swift in theaters. However, they should be conscious about the difference between a movie theater and a concert setting. The Taylor Swift ‘Eras Tour’ film was released on Oct 13. 2023, exciting her fanbase, the Swifties, and the rest of the public. It’s Taylor’s […]
Katherine Mon | Contributing Writer Before One Direction, there were The Beatles. In the history of music, The Beatles take up a chapter marked by innovation, creativity and cultural revolution. During the 1960s, these four young lads from the streets of Liverpool proved that rock & roll could include an array of musical styles and […]
Parsa Sadjadi | Photographer (Check out highlights from the talent show below! Pause through cycle through clips.) From ballads to rap and hip-hop dancing, Panthers Got Talent brought out the musical talent in all students Taking place on Sep. 17, the talent show invited all Panthers to show their skills in front of a live […]
Ana Mancebo | Staff Writer Headshots, photo booths, and famous musicians: GRAMMY U shows its members how to navigate an ever-changing music industry. On Saturday, April 22, student musicians got career advice from professionals at the annual GRAMMY U Conference in the Hilton Miami Downtown Hotel. GRAMMY U is an organization that shares opportunities to […]
Ana Mancebo | Staff Writer Amidst Florida’s stifling legislation, drag artists spark vibrancy into the Graham Center Ballrooms in an evening of flashing lights, cheering crowds, and LGBTQ+ pride. On Friday, Apr 7, professional and student performers alike graced the stage at the Pride Student Union’s second annual Drag Show. With the theme being “retro-space,” […]
Rochelle O’Donnell | Staff Writer The FIU Music Festival returns, featuring seven concerts that emphasize versatility, collaboration, and diversity across the South Florida community. “Audiences are excited to attend and we’ve extended our reach beyond campus this year,” said Michelle Vires, account manager for the Herbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music & Performing Arts. […]
