Image by Florida International University via Flickr FIUSM Editorial Board opinion@fiusm.com On Wednesday, Feb. 25, the University was surprised by a visit from the President of the United States, Barack Obama. At least part of the University was surprised by this visit, as those involved in the organization of the event were likely informed […]
By Enrique Gonzalez | Contributing Writer The 2014 Ebola outbreak is the largest recorded epidemic of the disease in history. The exact genesis point of the outbreak is still being researched, but it is well accepted at this point that it originated from the West African region, in the countries of Liberia, Sierra Leone and […]
Mariana Dias / Contributing Writer Every first week of December, Miami and its beaches turn into the greatest art hub on the planet, gathering artists, galleries and collectors in a variety of art fairs and exhibitions. The week is marked by the Art Basel Fair, Miami Art week and numerous private or free events and […]
Patrick Chalvire / Staff Writer Let’s just get one thing straight: there is more to Miami than South Beach. It is unknown if it has to do with the way the Magic City is portrayed in movies, or the fact that Miami Heat star Lebron James told the world he was taking his talents to […]
Natalie Montaner / Columnist Art Basel, Miami’s well-renowned international art show, is officially upon us and with all the events being hosted throughout the city, you’re going to want to be as prepared as possible. It may be a little overwhelming at first, but with the proper preparation and strategy, you’ll be sure to experience […]
On September 23, the Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management hosted for the second consecutive year the South Florida Brew Fest. This year’s festival had almost 400 attendees with the participation of 25 breweries, brewpubs and home breweries, including renowned names such as Funky Buddha, Michael’s Genuine, Wynwood Brewing Co. and Miami Brewing Co. […]
Natalie Montaner / Columnist After 56 years in the music industry and a total of 24 studio albums to his name (post-Beatles), Paul McCartney successfully remains relevant within the world of music. McCartney retains the ability to produce albums that are able to stand tall and strong, unlike many of his ex-colleagues who have long […]
Aniza Cantillo / Contributing Writer A fraternity on campus is helping kids who can’t read well. The Iota Omicron chapter of the Theta Chi fraternity is teaming up with literacy awareness organization Reading is Fundamental for Theta Chi’s main philanthropy event this semester called Story Time Live! According to rif.org, Reading is Fundamental is “the […]
Daniela Walter / Columnist Finally, the weather is becoming less harsh in Florida and you can feel the humidity dissipate as we come closer to Thanksgiving. This is my favorite time of the year, in which you are invited to more festivities than you can actually attend. It is also a great time to get […]
Juan Barquin / Columnist There’s a whisper in the wind coming through your bedroom window late at night. If you listen closely enough, it’s telling you to stop whatever you’re doing so it can recommend a new television series. That’s a pretty weird thing for the wind, or a ghost or whatever it is, to […]
