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Jan 6, 2025 · Plants that evolved in Florida over millennia now face extinction and lack protection. The species has thrived in Florida’s ecosystems through gradual adaptations over millennia, and its disappearance would leave lasting gaps in the region’s evolutionary history.
FIU soars to Top 50 in U.S. News public university rankings
Sep 24, 2024 · Florida has a new Top 50 public university. U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges 2025 rankings released today place Florida International University at No. 46 among public universities – breaking into the Top 50 for the first time – and No. 98 among all universities, public and private.. FIU climbed 18 spots from last year among public universities and 26 spots overall to become one of ...
FIU is No. 3 in the nation among public universities ... - FIU News
Aug 26, 2024 · FIU is among the top three public universities in the nation in Washington Monthly’s annual College Guide and Rankings, which recognize universities for both research excellence and their efforts to ensure the success of students of all backgrounds.. The rankings rate four-year institutions based on their contribution to the public good in three broad categories: social mobility, research ...
Men’s soccer advances to battle Duke in NCAA Tourney
Nov 21, 2022 · Posted originally on FIUsports.com FIU senior Carlos Scheckermann clinched an epic penalty shootout with a goal in the 12th round to lift the No. 10 seed FIU men's soccer team to a thrilling NCAA second-round victory over New Hampshire on Sunday night in Miami. The Panthers captured the shootout, which featured a stretch where each team recorded a goal for eight consecutive rounds, by a 10-9 ...
Florida legislators present $168M in new funds to FIU
Sep 30, 2024 · There is lots to celebrate. FIU has ranked No. 46 among public universities — breaking into the Top 50 for the first time — and No. 98 among all universities, public and private, according to U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges 2025 rankings. Just a few days before the momentous announcement, some of FIU's most ardent supporters came to campus to present the university with millions ...
Hurricane Milton update No. 2: FIU will close through Thursday
Oct 8, 2024 · Dear members of the university community, The National Hurricane Center has adjusted the timing of Hurricane Milton’s forecasted landfall along Florida’s west coast to early on Thursday, October 10 th.South Florida is under a tropical storm warning.
Four freshmen on fast track to med school at FIU
Aug 26, 2024 · FIU has launched a program that many high school, pre-med students consider the ultimate opportunity. The university’s new, seven-year accelerated program allows FIU Honors College students to earn a bachelor’s in biology while seamlessly beginning medical school at FIU during their fourth year as undergraduates.
FIU rated a “Best Value” university by Princeton Review
Aug 27, 2024 · FIU is No. 3 in the nation among public universities, according to Washington Monthly. The publication’s annual College Guide and Rankings recognizes universities for both research excellence and their efforts to ensure the success of students of all backgrounds.
FIU renames both campuses effective immediately
Apr 1, 2024 · Decrying the “alphabet soup” that has in the past sent visiting dignitaries to the wrong place — sitting U.S. presidents as well as state legislators, guest speakers annd honorary degree recipients have all erroneously headed to BBC at one time or another instead of MMC — President Kenneth A. Jessell made the startling but much-needed decision.
FIU graduates break barriers, lead the way in innovation
Dec 10, 2024 · Devanshi Kasana, 32, is making waves in marine conservation and public health through her groundbreaking research, which has taken her from tracking elusive Greenland sharks to studying shark fisheries and the global shark meat trade. Focused on Central America, she is building baselines for catch and consumption at national scales to uncover the supply chains connecting Belize and Guatemala ...