Tag: Florida International University
FIU alum takes the board of trustees’ helm
Rogelio “Roger” Tovar’s pride in Florida International University led him to serve on the institution’s board of trustees as vice-chair for three...
Radioactive material will be used in Florida roads. Is it safe?
HB 1191 is a new law that will allow the fertilizer industry to use phosphogypsum, a radioactive byproduct of phosphoric acid production,...
FIU grad creates viral TikTok account for affordable, safe traveling
Soon after graduating from Florida International University three years ago, Gabi Riveros found herself scraping for money toward the end of her...
FIU’s College of Communication, Architecture + the Arts debuts Caplin News...
It's a new beginning as Florida International University’s South Florida Media Network transforms into Caplin News.
The venue is...
Making a plan to battle extreme heat
On May 31, with a red hot summer just around the corner, a group of 30 to 40 people gathered inside Pentecostal...
Bubble City Community Project helps feed those in need (includes documentary)
The Bubble City Community Project is a student-led initiative at Florida International University that aims to help the homeless. Led by the...
Troubled Waters: Combating pollution and climate change in Biscayne Bay
In 2011, Rachel Streitfeld realized her home was sinking. As she laced up her rollerblades and put on her helmet for a...
The first-of-its-kind tool to help students’ choose safer schools
After being sexually assaulted at age 18 at UC Berkeley, Sophie Karasek knew she never wanted her offender to violate anyone else...
FIU prepares for South Beach Wine and Food Festival (includes video...
Tomorrow is the beginning of the 22nd annual South Beach Wine and Food Festival. and Florida International University students are making final...
Top five cookie spots in Miami
It’s no secret that gourmet cookies have become an extremely popular dessert in recent years. Many new dessert shops dedicated entirely to...