Biscayne Bay Campus lacks atmosphere and opportunities
Gabriella Pinos/ Staff Writer Contrary to the University’s motto, “Be Worlds Ahead,” the Biscayne Bay Campus feels as though it’s far behind in size, atmosphere…
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It’s difficult to feel safe as a person of color
Brea Jones/Staff Writer For the past few weeks, I have noticed a change in my behavior whenever I’m outside. Rather than act as myself, I…
Students for Sensible Drug Policy debunk common myths about drugs and substance use disorder
By Gabriella Pinos “Everyone uses drugs. Every single person, whether it’s prescription drugs, alcohol or Robitussin,” Luis Montoya, outreach coordinator for Students for Sensible Drug…
8th Street closing for bridge construction.
A section of 8th Street will be closed over the weekend to allow workers to position a 174-foot section of the footbridge which will link Sweetwater with the northern entrance of FIU.
A safe community begins with knowing your campus safety services
Living safely within a community is everyone’s responsibility, and as Panthers, we all want FIU to be the safest community it can be, but we…
New gun control methods can prevent tragedies
David Pradere/ Contributing Writer Not too long ago, the Columbine High School massacre was surpassed by a sadistic individual named Nikolaus Cruz who had nothing…
Better safety procedures at BBC are needed
Brea Jones/ Staff Writer As a freshman living in the dorms, it can be a little worrisome. We hear about the day to day dangers…
There needs to be increased vigilance on campus
Eduardo Alvarez/ Contributing Writer The stabbing incident on Feb. 9 has raised many questions regarding campus security. After the two suspects attacked a 74-year-old man,…
Catfishing is way too common online
By Joey Geballa You have connected with someone after messaging each other through Tinder for the past two months and suddenly you realize you have been…
Small poll shows women do not feel safe walking alone at night to parking garages
By Dalton Tevlin Put yourself in this situation: It is 1:05 a.m. on a Tuesday night and you are walking to panther garage six alone…