Steve Sauls

After 20 years of seeking University buildings, Sauls retires

After 20 years of pushing for University expansion, the man who is credited for funding the growth of the Modesto A. Maidique Campus is retiring.

109 Tower opens to FIU community

This fall semester, the private off-campus apartment and condo building 109 Tower has opened its doors to the FIU community.

University celebrates the life of retired senior vice president, emeritus

On Friday, Oct. 11, members of the University community will hold a ceremony in honor of Senior Vice President, Emeritus, Paul D. Gallagher, who passed away on July 30, 2013.

TIGER Grant: bringing the University and City together

A U.S. Department of Transportation discretionary grant program, called Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery 2013, appropriated $11.4 million to the University on Sept. 5.These funds will develop the pedestrian bridge that will connect the University with Sweetwater, and street improvements two blocks north and south of Southwest Eighth Street, on 109th Avenue.

President Obama announces system to adjust financial aid

President Obama announces a new college affordability and rating system. The system would rate colleges on factors including graduation rates and graduate earnings, favoring students who apply to high-performing colleges by giving them better rates on their student loans and more in their Pell Grants.

Florida legislation proposes 6 percent increase to tuition

Mariella Roque/Staff Writer While members of the Florida legislature are considering a 6 percent tuition increase, members of the University’s administration are not considering an increase at all. The House’s budget currently recommends a mandated 6 percent increase, but it is yet to be seen whether the Senate will agree to the increase or make […]

‘Vetting’ for 143 Street as option for secondary access road

Alexander Suarez/ Staff Writer   With about 9,000 students and one access road, the University is now earnestly working towards the possible creation of a secondary access road for the Biscayne Bay Campus. Though no proposal has been finalized, it is being hotly discussed as the University looks to expand existing programs. According to the […]

Gov. Scott pushing for ‘Finish in Four’ program

Mariella Roque/ Staff Writer On Jan. 31, Scott announced his $74.2 billion budget proposal, focusing primarily on K-12 and higher education. “We appreciate the governor’s recognition of the importance of higher education and his support in funding higher education,” said Steve Sauls, vice president of Governmental Relations. “What we’re asking the legislature to do is […]

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