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Former Ferguson, Missouri police chief joins FIUPD

By: Joshua Ceballos/News Director   Delrish Moss, the former police chief for Ferguson, Missouri, joined the FIU Police Department as the department’s public information officer as of Monday, Feb. 4, 2019. Moss was originally a major in the Miami Police Department, serving on the force from 1984 until 2016, when he was hand-picked to become […]

UPD reports lower crime rates

Forty-two arrests, 49 thefts, 40 traffic citations and nine burglaries have been reported by the University Police Department since the beginning of summer C.

UPD responds to high theft rates

Since 2011, theft has accounted for more than 60 percent of crimes at FIU, according to the school’s police data.

Facebook induces loneliness, anxiety among users

If you find yourself stalking ex’s pages or staring at girls’ bodies who spend more time in the gym during one day than you do in a year, stop yourself. You do not have to make yourself feel bad, and the road to happiness can start with just one click. Remember: the grass is not always greener on the other side, although Facebook may help others seem like it is.

“Swimming in the Shallows” finds love in odd places

The Department of Theatre started strong this semester with their amusing production of “Swimming in the Shallows,” a quick-moving montage that is sure to entertain students with its relatable and humorous script--which is focused on relationships and friendships-- powerful monologues and funky dance intermissions.

Public transportation an efficient, cheaper alternative

Whether you take the bus, ride a bike, drive or walk to school, there are many ways to get to and from campus. The Golden Panther Express, Metrorails, Metrobuses and Metromovers are just some of the options that can help students cut costs getting around town and commuting to school.

Textbook rentals a cheaper alternative to purchasing

Although the semester has just begun, I am already filled with dread at the thought of what comes next: purchasing textbooks. Fortunately, I have recently learned that there are options to help keep my wallet full and my stress levels down this year. The University is helping students overcome their textbook woes by offering the option

Credit card usage requires vigilance

By: Katrina Bruno/Staff Writer Minimum wage jobs, student loans and personal expenses are making daily finances nearly unbearable for college students, including myself. According to collegedata.com, 57.6 percent of undergraduate students at this University depend on financial aid for assistance to make their way through college. I am aware that credit cards can be extremely […]

Anonymous gossip boards an unhealthy student diversion

Lately, I feel as if I involuntarily boarded the DeLorean and have been sent back to the golden days of high school, where gossip and mean girls reigned supreme. Its hard not to feel like a 16-year-old again every time I hear another rumor being passed around our campus, especially when it’s stemming from an anonymous website.
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