Chanting was heard at Florida International University’s main campus as students and faculty alike stood before the Charles Perry building. This was in response to House Bill 999.
HB 999 proposes that funds for DEI programs get cut, which affects the community at large not only at FIU but at other public colleges and universities across the state of Florida.
The restrictions on education have caused some faculty to leave the public university setting in Florida.
“I have two colleagues who have taken positions at other universities this month and they’re leaving,” FIU Professor Philip Stoddard said. They are excellent colleagues,” he continued.
The fight continues against these social legislations that threaten everyone’s education.
Kelly has loved writing and photography for as long as she can remember. She hopes to someday leave a mark on the world by telling important stories.
Megan is a Digital Communication and Media Major with a focus on Television and Multimedia Production. She is also pursuing a minor in Social Media and E-Marketing Analytics. After graduation, she plans on using the skills and knowledge gained to become an editor in the entertainment industry.
Daniela Zulueta is pursuing her master’s degree in global strategic communications and graduated from FIU with a bachelor’s degree in digital broadcasting in 2023. She also holds an associate’s degree in journalism from Miami Dade College. Zulueta loves the city of Miami and aims to share the stories of the citizens who live here and all over the world. Zulueta runs a social media platform with her husband called @Lifestyle_Miami where she works with local businesses and does community based work. Currently, she works for NBC6 South Florida & Telemundo51 as a stage manager and wants work both behind the scenes and as an on-air talent.
