FIU Orientation Resource Guide 2023-2024

FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

RESOURCE GUIDE

2023-2024

WELCOME!

Welcome to FIU! As you begin your transition, we hope you are as excited as we are to have you join our Panther family. Thank you for trusting us to partner with you as you strive to achieve your academic, professional, and personal goals. Please know that here, at FIU, we care about you and your success, and we are prepared to support you throughout your journey. During your time at FIU, we want to be sure that you have every opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. We know that a great deal of that learning and growth will take place inside the classroom as you benefit from FIU’s world class faculty. We also know that you will encounter many other opportunities that are designed to enhance your college experience and prepare you for success beyond graduation. To that end, we want to encourage you to get involved in campus activities and organizations and stay engaged in what is happening at your new university. Consider joining an academic club, attend athletic and cultural events on campus, find out more about our robust fraternity or sorority system, or apply to be an Orientation Peer Advisor or Panther Camp Facilitator. Taking advantage of those types of opportunities will not only provide you with lifelong memories but will also help you make valuable connections and develop skills that have the potential to shape your future success.

As you join our community, we also want you to know that we are here to help. If you need assistance during your time at FIU, there are several academic, personal, and professional resources and a dedicated team of staff here to support you. If you are having difficulty in a class, talk to your instructor or visit our Center for Academic Success. If you need assistance with degree planning or have questions about how to stay on track for graduation, be sure to connect with your academic advisor. If you are feeling stressed or need to talk to someone, our staff in the Counseling Center or Dean of Students Office are here to listen. As you prepare for your future careers, take advantage of the staff and resources available in our Career and Talent Development office.

We are so excited to welcome you and your families to FIU and we look forward to supporting your successful transition. Enjoy your Orientation program, consider attending Panther Camp, and join us for Panther Convocation on August 19! GO PANTHERS!

Sincerely,

Charlie Andrews, Ed.D. Interim Vice President for Student Affairs

Consider joining an academic club, attend athletic and cultural events on campus, find out more about our robust fraternity or sorority system, or apply to be an Orientation Peer Advisor or Panther Camp Facilitator.”

Parent and Family Resources

Academic Programs & Support

University Resources

ORIENTATION RESOURCES

Orientation and Family Programs STAFF

Carol Galladian, Ph.D. Director

Emily Fornaris Coordinator Administrative Services

Mel Freiria Program Director

Vanessa Franco Program Director

Sela Andrews Graduate Assistant

Amin Saleh Program Coordinator

Sara Desvergunat Graduate Assistant

Alex Gutierrez Program Coordinator

FIU’S VALUES

• Truth — in the pursuit, generation, dissemination, and application of knowledge

• Freedom — of thought and expression

• Respect — for diversity and the dignity of the individual

• Responsibility — as stewards of the environment and citizens of the world

• Excellence — in intellectual, personal, and operational endeavors

RELATED POLICIES AND STATEMENTS:

Expressive Activities and Free Speech:

• FIU endorses the Florida Board of Governor’s Statement of Free Expression to support and encourage full and open discourse and the robust exchange of ideas and perspectives on our campuses. In addition to supporting this legal right, we view this as an integral part of our ability to deliver a high-quality academic experience for our students, engage in meaningful and productive research, and provide valuable public service. State University System Free Expression Statement - State University System of Florida (flbog.edu)

• We cherish the right of free speech and understand the great benefit provided to our campus community and society at large when everyone can express themselves, regardless of whether others agree.

• FIU’s Regulation FIU-110: Expressive Activities in Outdoor Areas on Campus Regulation is in place to provide the means by which students and others can lawfully have expressive activities such as assemblies, exercises of free speech, protests, parades, marches, and picketing on campus.

• Any student or organization with questions or concerns regarding the ability to conduct expressive activities at FIU is encouraged to contact the Dean of Students Office at (305) 348-2797.

Diversity Statement:

• FIU embraces and strives to ensure that a diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, genders, political and religious beliefs, physical and learning differences, sexual orientations and identities is thriving on our campus and within our community.

• We recognize our responsibility to foster an open, welcoming, and inclusion environment of belonging. Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and our community of all backgrounds should be able to collaboratively learn and work. Diversity enriches our university community and is a driving force instrumental to our institutional success.

Anti-Racist Statement:

• We commit to affirm explicitly and in united solidarity our identity as an anti-racist academic institution.

• We commit to personal and institutional exploration and examination of implicit bias and systemic advantage/ oppression such that our anti-racism commitment be reflected in the life and culture of university through our policies, programs, and practices as we continue to learn about racism and ethnic oppression.

• We commit to the development and implementation of strategies and best-practices that dismantle systemic racism and ethnic oppression within all aspects of our university, community and society.

Anti-Harassment Statement:

• FIU affirms its commitment to ensure that each member of the University community shall be permitted to work or study in an environment free from any form of illegal discrimination, including race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, national origin, marital status, and veteran status.

• The University recognizes its obligation to work towards a community in which diversity is valued and opportunity is equalized.

• FIU has two policies – FIU-105 Sexual Harassment (Title IX) and Sexual Misconduct and FIU-106 Nondiscrimination, Harassment and Retaliation (Title VI) – that communicate standards of workplace and educational equity, expectations of collegiality and respect, and the grievance process for behaviors that may be in violation of either of these regulations.

Undergraduate Major Map

placement is determined via placement score and classes are to be selected in consultation with an

Placement in ENC 1101 is based on unweighted high school GPA

Also satisfies Mathematics Group 1

Also satisfies Natural Science Group 1

Co-requisite: CHM 1045L

Also satisfies Natural Science Group 1

Co-requisite: CHM 1045

May satisfy Gordon Rule with Writing (GRW), Global Learning (GL) and/or Civic Literacy (CL)

Also satisfies Natural Science Group 1

Co-requisite: BSC 2010L

Also satisfies Natural Science Group 1

Co-requisite: BSC 2010

Also satisfies Mathematics Group 2

Pre-requisite: CHM 1045 w/Lab

Co-requisite: CHM 1046

This is a sample major map Go to http://mymajor fiu edu to access the major map for your program

FIU UNIVERSITY CORE CURRICULUM

The UCC is required of freshmen admitted to FIU beginning Summer B 2015 and transfer students beginning Fall 2015

FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE (1 course required)

This course provides a forum for integrating the FIU experience and for discussing issues promoting, intellectual, personal, academic, social growth and success as a member of the University community All students entering the University with fewer than 30 semester hours are required to take this one-credit course High-school-earned college credit does not exempt students from this requirement

SLS 1501 First Year Experience (1 cr)

COMMUNICATION (2 three-credit courses required)

Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze communication critically

These are Gordon Rule courses Must earn “C” or higher

ENC 1101 Writing and Rhetoric I (3 cr)

ENC 1102 Writing and Rhetoric II (3 cr)*

HUMANITIES (2 three-credit courses required; one from Group One and one from Group Two.)

Students will confirm the ability to think critically through demonstrating interpretive ability and cultural literacy Students will acquire competence in reflecting critically upon the human condition

Courses with “GRW” are Gordon Rule courses Must earn a “C” of higher to earn GRW credit Courses with “GL” satisfy the University’s Global Learning requirement.

Humanities – Group One (State Required):

One course must be from the following list

ARH 2000 Exploring Art (3 cr) – GL

HUM 1020 Introduction to Humanities (3 cr)

LIT 1000 Introduction to Literature (3 cr)

MUL 1010 Music Literature/Music Appreciation (3 cr)

PHI 2010 Introduction to Philosophy (3 cr)* – GRW

THE 2000 Theatre Appreciation (3 cr) – GL

Humanities – Group Two (FIU Required): One course must be from the following list

AFH 2000 African Civilizations (3 cr) – GRW/GL

AMH 2041 Origins of American Civilization (3 cr) – GRW/GL

AMH 2042 Modern American Civilization (3 cr) – GRW/GL

ARC 2701 History of Architecture 1 (3 cr) – GRW

ENG 2012 Approaches to Literature (3 cr)* – GRW

EUH 2011 Western Civ : Early European Civilization (3 cr) – GRW/GL

EUH 2021 Western Civ : Medieval to Modern Europe (3 cr) – GRW/GL

EUH 2030 Western Civ : Europe in the Modern Era (3 cr) – GRW/GL

HUM 3306 History of Ideas (3 cr) – GRW

IDS 3309 How We Know What We Know (3 cr)* – GRW/GL

LAH 2020 Latin American Civilization (3 cr) – GRW/GL

PHI 2600 Introduction to Ethics (3 cr)* – GRW

POT 3013 Ancient & Medieval Political Theory (3 cr) – GRW

REL 2011 Religion: Analysis and Interpretation (3 cr) – GRW/GL

SPC 3230 Rhetorical Comm : A Theory Civil Discourse (3 cr) – GRW

SPC 3271 Rhetoric & Public Address (3 cr) – GRW

WOH 2001 World Civilization (3 cr) – GRW/GL

WST 3120 Global Women's Writing (3 cr) –GRW**/GL

**WST 3120 is GRW effective Fall 2022 and beyond

MATHEMATICS (2 three-credit courses required; one from Group One and one from Group Two.)

Students will determine appropriate mathematical and computational models and methods in problem solving, and demonstrate an understanding of mathematical concepts Students will apply appropriate mathematical and computational models and methods in problem solving

Any student who successfully completes a mathematics course in Group Two for which a course in Group One is an immediate prerequisite shall be considered to have completed Group One and may take two mathematics courses from Group Two. However, ONE OF THE TWO

MATHEMATICS COURSES MUST HAVE A MAC, MGF, OR MTG PREFIX

These are Gordon Rule courses Must earn “C” or higher

Mathematics – Group One (State Required):

One course must be from the following list

MAC 1105 College Algebra (3 cr)

MAC 2311 Calculus l (4 cr)*#

MGF 1106 Finite Math (3 cr) ##

MGF 1107 Math of Social Choice & Decision Making (3 cr) ##

STA 2023 Statistics for Business & Economics (3 cr)^

Mathematics – Group Two (FIU Required): One course must be from the following list

CGS 2518 Data Analysis (3cr)

COP 2210 Programming I (4 cr)

COP 2250 Programming in Java (3 cr)

MAC 1140 Pre-Calculus Algebra (3 cr)* Credit cannot be received for both

MAC 1140 and Pre-calculus Algebra & Trigonometry/MAC 1147

MAC 1114 Trigonometry (3 cr)* Credit cannot be received for both

MAC 1114 and Pre-calculus Algebra & Trigonometry/MAC 1147

MAC 1147 Pre-Calculus Algebra & Trigonometry (4 cr)*

MAC 2233 Calculus for Business (3 cr)*

MAC 2312 Calculus II (4 cr)*#

MAC 2313 Multivariable Calculus (4 cr)*

PHI 2100 Introduction to Logic (3 cr)

STA 2122 Statistics for Behavioral & Social Sciences (3 cr)

STA 3111 Statistics I (3 cr)

STA 3145 Statistics for the Health Professions (3 cr)

SOCIAL SCIENCE (2 three-credit courses required; one from Group One and one from Group Two.)

Students will demonstrate the ability to examine behavioral, social, and cultural issues from a variety of points of view Students will demonstrate an understanding of basic social and behavioral science concepts and principles used in the analysis of behavioral, social, and cultural issues, past and present, local and global Courses with “GRW” are Gordon Rule courses Must earn a “C” of higher to earn GRW credit Courses with GL satisfy the University s Global Learning requirement.

AMH 2020 and POS 2041 satisfy the state of Florida’s Civic Literacy (CL) requirement if taken Fall 2018 or later

Social Science – Group One (State Required):

One course must be from the following list

AMH 2020 American History Since 1877 (3 cr) – GRW/GL/CL

ANT 2000 Introduction to Anthropology (3 cr) – GL

ECO 2013 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 cr)

POS 2041 American Government (3 cr) – CL

PSY 2012 Introduction to Psychology (3 cr)

SYG 2000 Introduction to Sociology (3 cr) – GL

Social Science – Group Two (FIU Required): One course must be from the following list

AFA 2004 Black Popular Cultures: Global Dimensions (3 cr) – GRW/GL

AMH 3560 The History of Women in the U S (3 cr) – GRW

ANT 3212 World Ethnographies (3 cr) – GL

ANT 3241 Myth, Ritual and Mysticism (3 cr) – GL

ANT 3451 Anthropology of Race & Ethnicity (3 cr)

ASN 3410 Intro to East Asia (3 cr) – GRW/GL

COM 3461 Intercultural/Interracial Communication (3 cr) – GL

CPO 2002 Introduction to Comparative Politics (3 cr)

CPO 3103 Politics of Western Europe (3 cr) – GRW/GL*^

CPO 3304 Politics of Latin America (3 cr)

DEP 2000 Human Growth & Development (3 cr)

ECO 2023 Principles of Microeconomics (3 cr)

ECS 3003 Comparative Economic Systems (3 cr)*

ECS 3021 Women, Culture, and Economic Develop (3 cr)* – GL

EDF 3521 Education in History (3 cr)

EVR 1017 Climate Change, The Global Env & Society (3 cr) – GL

GEA 2000 World Regional Geography (3 cr) – GL

GEO 2000 Introduction to Geography (3 cr)

IDS 3183 Health Without Borders (3cr) – GL

IDS 3315 Gaining Global Perspectives (3 cr)

IDS 3333 Div of Meaning: Language, Culture, and Gender (3cr) – GL

INP 3004 Intro Industrial/Organizational Psychology (3 cr)

INR 2001 Introduction to International Relations (3 cr)

INR 3081 Contemporary International Problems (3 cr) – GRW/GL

LBS 3001 Labor and Globalization (3 cr) – GL

(Additional Social Science Group 2 options on Page 2)

*These courses have pre-requisites; please check the catalog or with an advisor. 1/30/2023

Social Science – Group Two (continued):

POT 3302 Political Ideologies (3 cr)

REL 3308 Studies in World Religions (3 cr) – GRW/GL

SOP 3004 Introductory Social Psychology (3 cr)

SOP 3015 Social and Personality Development (3 cr)

SPC 3210 Communication Theory (3 cr) – GRW

SYD 3804 Sociology of Gender (3 cr) - GL

SYG 2010 Social Problems (3 cr) – GL

SYG 3002 Basic Ideas of Sociology (3 cr)

SYP 3000 The Individual in Society (3 cr)

WST 3015 Intro to Global Gender & Women’s Studies (3 cr) – GRW/GL

WST 3641 Intro to LGBTQ+ Studies (3 cr) – GL

*^CPO 3103 is GL Effective Spring 2022 and beyond

NATURAL SCIENCE (2 three-credit courses required; one from Group One and one from Group Two Lecture and Lab must be taken together ) Student will demonstrate the ability to critically examine and evaluate scientific observation, hypothesis, or model construction, and to use the scientific method to explain the natural world Students will successfully recognize and comprehend fundamental concepts, principles, and processes about the natural world

Any student who successfully completes a natural science course for which one of the general education core course options (Group One) in natural science is an immediate prerequisite shall be considered to have completed the natural science course from Group One and may take two science courses from Group Two.

Courses with “GL” satisfy the University’s Global Learning requirement.

Natural Science – Group One (State Required):

One course and lab must be from the following list

AST 1002 & AST 1002L Descriptive Astronomy (3,1 cr)

BSC 2010 & BSC 2010L General Biology I (3,1 cr)

CHM 1020 & CHM 1020L Chemistry for Liberal Studies (3,1 cr)

CHM 1045 & CHM 1045L General Chemistry I (3,1 cr)*

ESC 1000 & ESC 1000L Intro To Earth Science (3,1 cr)

EVR 1001 & EVR 1001L Intro To Environ Sciences (3,1 cr) – GL

PHY 1020 & PHY 1020L Understanding the Physical World (3,1 cr)

PHY 2048 & PHY 2048L Physics with Calculus l (4,1 cr)*

PHY 2053 & PHY 2048L Physics without Calculus l (4,1 cr)*

BSC 2085 & BSC 2085L Anatomy and Physiology I (3,1 cr)

Natural Science – Group Two (FIU Required): One course and lab must be from the following list

AST 2003 & AST 2003L Solar System Astronomy (3,1 cr)

BOT 1010 & BOT 1010L Introductory Botany (3,1 cr)

Natural Science – Group Two (continued):

BSC 2011 & BSC 2011L General Biology II (3,1 cr)

BSC 2023 & BSC 2023L Human Biology (3 1 cr)

CHM 1033 & CHM 1033L Survey of Chemistry (4,1 cr)*

CHS 3501 & CHS 3501L Survey of Forensic Science (3,1 cr)

EVR 3013 & EVR 3013L Ecology of South Florida (3,1 cr)

GLY 1010 & GLY 1010L Physical Geology (3,1 cr)

GLY 1101 & GLY 1101L History of Life (3,1cr)

GLY 3039 & GLY 3039L Environmental Geology (3,1 cr)

HUN 2000 & HUN 2000L Found of Nutritional Sci (3,1 cr)

IDS 3214 & IDS 3214L Coastal Environment from the Bay to the World (3,1 cr) - GL

MCB 2000 & MCB 2000L Intro Microbiology (3,1 cr) – GL

OCB 2000 & OCB 2000L Introductory Marine Biology (3,1 cr) – GL

PCB 2061 & PCB 2061L Introductory Genetics and Lab (3,1 cr)

PCB 2099 & PCB 2099L Found of Human Physiol (3,1 cr)

PHY 2049 & PHY 2049L Physics with Calculus II (4,1 cr)*

PHY 2054 & PHY 2049L Physics without Calculus II (4,1 cr)*

ARTS (1 three-credit course required)

Students will become acquainted with the fundamental aspects of the arts while developing a capacity to understand, appreciate or experience particular forms. Students address universal themes central to the cultural traditions of the past and present as expressed through the perspectives of the arts.

Courses with “GRW” are Gordon Rule courses. Must earn a “C” of higher to earn GRW credit

Courses with “GL” satisfy the University’s Global Learning requirement

Required course must be from the following list

ARH 2050 Art History Survey I (3 cr)

ARH 2051 Art History Survey II (3 cr)

COM 3404 Nonverbal Communication (3 cr) – GRW

COM 3417 Communication in Film (3 cr) – GRW/GL

CRW 3010 Creative Writing: Forms and Practices (3 cr)*

DAA 1100 Modern Dance Techniques I (3 cr)

DAA 1200 Ballet Techniques I (3 cr)

FOT 2120 [French] Literature in Translation (3 cr)

IDS 3336 Artistic Expression in a Global Society (3 cr) – GL

MUH 2018 Evolution of Jazz (3 cr)

MUH 3514 Music of the World (3 cr) - GL

SPC 2608 Public Speaking (3 cr)

SPT 3110 [Spanish] Literature in Translation (3 cr)

TPP 2100 Introduction to Acting (3 cr)

IMPORTANT NOTES

Only these courses meet the University Core Curriculum (UCC) requirements, and all must be taken for a letter grade Pre-professional (e g , pre-law, pre-med, etc.) requirements are available at the Exploratory Advising Center website listed below Students are ultimately responsible for meeting with advisors to discuss academic and career goals, course planning, academic policies and procedures, and opportunities for engagement at the University Students are encouraged to meet with advisors should they have any questions about the UCC requirements or any of the notes i ncluded below.

GORDON RULE REQUIREMENT

Courses in the following areas are considered Gordon Rule: Communication, Mathematics, and courses designated as GRW A grade of "C" or better is required in these courses

GORDON RULE with WRITING (GRW) REQUIREMENT

Students are required to demonstrate college-level writing skills through six semester hours of Gordon Rule Writing-designated courses (GRW) To fulfill this requirement, students can select any two GRW-designated courses in the University Core Curriculum These courses can be from the same or different categories Students must earn a grade of C or higher to earn GRW credit

MATHEMATICS

#Students who successfully MAC 2281* (Calc I for Engineering) with a grade of C or higher will be deemed to have satisfied Mathematics Group 1/MAC 2311 Students who successfully complete MAC 2282* (Calc II for Engineering) with a grade of C or higher will be deemed to have satisfied

Mathematics Group 2/MAC 2312

##MGF 1106 and MGF 1107 will also satisfy Mathematics Group 2 if Mathematics Group 1 has been satisfied

^Subsequent credit for STA 2122 or STA 3111 will not be granted

COMMUNICATION

Placement into ENC 1101 will be based on unweighted high school grade point average (GPA) Meet with your academic advisor to determine if you will be required to take Essay Writing (ENC 1930) prior to enrollment in ENC 1101

Transfer students with more than 30 transfer credits may be able to substitute the following for ENC 1101 ENC 1102

ENC 2304 College Writing for Transfer Students (3 cr) (and then one of the following)

ENC 3213

ENC 3249

Professional and Technical Writing (3 cr)

Professional and Tech Writing for Computing (3 cr)

ENC 3311 Advanced Writing and Research (3 cr)

(Please see page 3 for additional requirements and information )

*These courses have pre-requisites; please check the catalog or with an advisor. 1/30/2023

GLOBAL LEARNING (GL) REQUIREMENT

Freshmen must complete one Global Learning (GL) Foundation course and one Discipline-Specific course Transfers who meet UCC requirements prior to entering FIU must complete two Discipline-Specific courses Transfers who do not meet UCC requirements prior to entering FIU must take one GL Foundation course and one Discipline-Specific course For an updated list of courses and their effective semester, visit http://goglobal.fiu edu Transfer courses may not be used to meet this FIU requirement

All Global Learning courses must be taken at FIU

POSTSECONDARY CIVIC LITERACY (CL) REQUIREMENT

Students must demonstrate understanding of American Civics via completed course work or test credit This requirement is applicable to freshmen students enrolling for the first time in a Florida State College or University starting Summer 2018 or transfer students starting Fall 2018 Note: Students initially entering and SUS or FCS Summer B 2021 and thereafter must now complete both a course and an exam

SUMMER ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENT

Students who transfer to FIU with fewer than 60 credits must earn at least 9 credits during one or more summer semesters to be eligible for graduation

EXEMPTIONS

a) Transfer Students: Transfer students with an AA from a FL public college automatically meet the UCC All others may be required to complete UCC courses.

b) Natural Science: Transfer students who completed one or both science courses without labs at another institution prior to admission to FIU will be deemed to have satisfied the Natural Science requirement

c) Honors College: Students in the Honors College who have satisfied designated Honors Courses will be deemed to have met sections of the UCC & GL requirements Visit http://honors fiu edu for course equivalencies

WHO IS MY ASSIGNED ADVISOR?

Login to https://my fiu edu and look for the Panther Success Network icon Use Panther Success Network (PSN) to find and message your assigned advisor as well as make appointments and view advising reports

MYMAJOR

MyMajor (http://mymajor fiu edu) provides in-depth information on all FIU undergraduate majors, admissions criteria, career opportunities, and department contact information MyMajor includes Major Maps, or programs of study, that show students what they need to take to graduate in a timely manner

PANTHER DEGREE AUDIT (PDA)

A PDA is an unofficial copy of a student's academic progress that may be obtained from https://my fiu edu

ACADEMIC WARNING AND PROBATION

The “warning” and “probation” statuses (assigned to students who have cumulative grade point averages below 2 0) have serious implications on academic progress, financial aid, and scholarships Students must meet with an advisor immediately if placed on Academic Warning or Academic Probation

EXCESS CREDIT HOUR SURCHARGE

A surcharge is assessed for each credit attempted in excess of student’s excess credit threshold Excess Credit Threshold is determined by credits required for the major and when a student first enrolled in a Florida state college or university as a degree seeking student Visit https://onestop fiu edu/classes/excess-credits/ for additional information

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*These courses have pre-requisites; please check the catalog or with an advisor. 1/30/2023

P a n t h e r D e g r e e A u d i t ( P D A )

T h e P a n t h e r D e g r e e A u d i t p r o v i d e s a r e c o r d o f t h e s t u d e n t ’ s a c a d e m i c p r o g r e s s t o w a r d c o m p l e t i o n o f t h e i r d e g r e e p r o g r a m r e q u i r e m e n t s . E v e r y t h i n g n e e d s t o s h o w a s ‘ s a t i s f i e d ’ b e f o r e t h e s t u d e n t c a n g r a d u a t e f r o m t h e u n i v e r s i t y .

Y o u r P D A c a n b e a c c e s s e d v i a t h e M y p o r t a l .

Transfer

Graduation requirements: Civics Literacy, Global Learning, Foreign Language, Gordon Rule Writing

Study Abroad and National Student Exchange

Leadership and networking events

A large and diverse campus

A variety of class modalities: Active learning, F2F, hybrid, online, teaching & learning assistants

An assigned academic advisor

ADVISING

Adjusting to college life can be difficult, and sometimes it can feel overwhelming. You don't have to struggle alone. FIU has a wealth of support services to help you overcome personal and academic issues. Reach out to your academic advisor, who can refer you to the right people, such as college life coaches, academic tutors, or one of the many other resources available to help you on your journey

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NAVIGATE STUDENT APP

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S U C C E S S C O U R S E S

FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE

The SLS 1501 course was designed to help students develop skills that will prepare them for an increase in non-traditional and new employment opportunities Acquiring these 21st century and life skills will facilitate students' transition to the University and prepare them

MSLS 3407 is designed for students who have completed at least one semester at FIU Through a process of selfdiscovery, students will clarify interests and skills as related to major/career choice The fundamentals of career development strategies will be introduced.

DSLS 1402 is designed for students who have completed SLS 1501 as well as those students who have completed at least one semester at FIU Through the process of self-exploration, students learn how to match their interests and skills to an appropriate major/career.

POST GRADUATION

SDS 4340 Career Development is not your typical course

This course is designed to help recent grads prepare for a successful career It is a fully-online course, lasts 5 weeks, and best of all, it's free. Just enroll the semester after you graduate

Success Courses are high-impact classes that teach FIU students life skills and 21st century skills for navigating college and beyond. Not all courses are mandatory, but they are high

ASK ROARY!

FIU is a large university and sometimes it can be hard to navigate. That’s why we created ASK ROARY, a site where you can get the information and support you need to be a successful Panther.

WHY ASK ROARY?

Ask Roary works with various colleges and departments at FIU to make sure you get everything you need to succeed at school and beyond - and Ask Roary is taking questions! FIU has lots of resources to support you, however, if you are having trouble finding help, or need additional assistance...just ask Roary!

2023–2024 ACADEMIC DATES

May 8

May 15

May 29

Summer A/C Classes Begin

Summer A/C Last Day to Add/Drop Classes

Memorial Day (University Closed)

June 16 End of Summer A Term

June 19

June 22

June 26

July 4

Summer B Classes Begin

Summer A Grades Available

Summer B Last Day to Add/Drop Classes

Independence Day (University Closed)

July 28 End of Summer B/C Term

August 3

August 19

Summer B/C Grades Available

Panther Convocation

August 21 Fall A/C Classes Begin

August 28 Fall A/C Last Day to Add/Drop Classes

September 4

Labor Day (University Closed)

October 7 End of Fall A Term

October 12 Fall A Grades Available

October 16 Fall B Classes Begin

October 23 Fall B Last Day to Add/Drop Classes

November 10 Veterans Day (University Closed)

November 23–25

Thanksgiving Break (University Closed)

December 2 End of Fall B/C Term

December 11 Fall D Classes Begin

December 14 Fall B/C Grades Available

December 14 Fall D Last Day to Add/Drop Classes

December 22

December 25

December 29

January 1

Winter Break 1 (University Closed)

Christmas Day Observed (University Closed)

Winter Break 2 (University Closed)

New Year’s Day Observed (University Closed)

January 3 End of Fall D Term

January 5 Fall D Grades Available

January 8

Spring A/C Classes Begin

January 15 Martin Luther King Day (University Closed)

January 16

Spring A/C Last Day to Add/Drop Classes

February 24 End of Spring A Term

February 29

February 26 – March 2

March 4

March 11

April 20

May 2

Spring A Grades Available

Spring Break (No Classes)

Spring B Classes Begin

Spring B Last Day to Add/Drop Classes

End of Spring B/C Term

Spring B/C Grades Available

UNDERSTANDING STUDENT TUITION & FEES

TUITION is the cost per credit hour to attend the university. This rate is based on your student’s status as a Resident or Non-Resident of Florida. Tuition Breakdown finance.fiu.edu/controller/UG_Calculator.htm

TUITION

Mandatory Charges

All students at FIU are required to pay student fees, which are in addition to the tuition cost of taking classes. These fees help supplement additional services, programming, resources, and staffing for different areas of the university.

Student Health Fee studenthealth.fiu.edu

• Paid every semester - $93.69

• In addition to the per credit hour tuition cost

• Provides quality, affordable health services at on-campus locations

• Does not include insurance

• Partially funds programs and services from Student Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Victim Empowerment Program, and the Disability Resource Center

Parking and Transportation Access Fee parking.fiu.edu

• Paid Fall/Spring semester - $95.13

• Paid Summer semester - $88.72

• In addition to the per credit hour tuition cost

• Includes one student virtual parking permit

• Maintains parking and pedestrian facilities

Athletic Fee fiusports.com

• Paid every semester - $10.00

• In addition to the per credit hour tuition cost

• Provides access to the Wellness & Recreation Center

• Provides access for students to all FIU Athletics Events

Photo ID Service Fee shop.fiu.edu/onecard

• Paid annually - $10.00

• In addition to the per credit hour tuition cost

• Covers the cost of maintaining services of One Card Office

• Does not cover cost of additional IDs, only first ID is covered

Opt Out Required

FIU pre-negotiated rates with our on-campus bookstore, Barnes & Noble, to lower the cost of course materials for all undergraduate courses. The national average cost of course materials for a full-time undergraduate student (15 credit hours) is $675 per semester. The Panther Book Pack is $300 per semester, a potential cost savings of more than 50%.

Panther Book Back Program bookpack.fiu.edu

• Paid every semester for all undergraduate courses$20 per credit hour (i.e., 3-credit course = $60)

• Provides students with all required course materials, as adopted by faculty, for all undergraduate courses on or before the first day of classes

This includes all digital course materials, such as access codes

• Automatically opted in the program, but students can opt out up to three days following add/drop date of the semester (see page XX for more information)

• Materials are bundled and can be mailed or available for pickup at Barnes and Noble at FIU; digital materials may be included as access codes in the bundle, may be emailed to students or available directly in Canvas

THE SIMPLE WAY TO GET ALL YOUR COURSE MATERIALS

The Panther Book Pack is an affordable course materials rental program providing all undergraduate students with their required course materials by the first day of class at a fixed rate of $20 per credit hour.

Students are estimated to save as much as $375 on course materials per semester with the Panther Book Pack program.

www.bookpack.fiu.edu

CHECKLIST: NEXT STEPS TO SUCCESS

Before Classes Begin:

n Encourage family members to register for the Parent & Family Orientation course –go.fiu.edu/parentsandfamilies

n Submit official transcripts for all colleges, test scores, and follow up on any transfer credit inquiries with Transfer and Transition Services – pg. 16

n Read “Made in China” (First-Year Students only) – go.fiu.edu/commonreading – pg. 20

n Explore your housing options – pg. 70 and 84

n Schedule a Welcome Appointment with the Disability Resource Center – pg. 77

n Connect to your FIU Email by logging in at mail.fiu.edu – pg. 90

n Get your virtual parking permit, see shuttle schedules, carpool info, etc. – pg. 94

n Confirm your benefits and paperwork with Veteran and Military Affairs – pg. 97

n Upload your One Card photo – onecard.fiu.edu/submitphoto

n Complete a Canvas training – canvas.fiu.edu/training/students

n Get your books for your classes through the new Panther Book Pack program and your FIU gear – pg. 23/pg. 93

n Attend Panther Camp - go.fiu.edu/pcamp – pg. 118

n Save the Date for Parent & Family Weekend, September 22 – 24, 2023 – pg. 40

First Week of Class:

n Attend Week of Welcome Events – campuslife.fiu.edu

n Start your online courses – canvas.fiu.edu

n “Delegate Your Access” in my.fiu.edu to give anyone access to specific account information

n Pay for your classes by the payment deadline

n Check-in with International Student and Scholar Services (F1/J1 Visa Holders) –go.fiu.edu/virtualoffice

n Download the FIU Guardian app and register your valuables with the FIU Police – pg. 81

During Your First Semester:

n Complete your mandatory online Sexual Assault Prevention Training – itsonus.fiu.edu

n Complete your mandatory Panther Career Readiness Module and claim your Handshake account – pg. 72 - 73

n Submit your Panther 2 Panther Mentor Collective application – pg. 109

n Utilize the tutors and other services at the Center for Academic Success – pg. 48

n Attend FIU Athletic events for free with your FIU One Card – fiusports.com

n Find student organizations and events – pantherconnect.fiu.edu and pg. 120 – 127

n Join Fraternity and Sorority Life – pg. 110 – 115

n Attend Parent & Family Weekend, September 22 – 24, 2023 – go.fiu.edu/pfw

NEW PANTHER DIRECTORY

Bayview Student Living

BBC – 305-998-3777 bayviewfiu.com

Bookstore

MMC – 305-348-2691, 170

BBC – 305-919-5580, WUC 130 fiu.bncollege.com

Canvas Support

(Learning Management System)

MMC – 305-348-3630, MANGO 5th Floor canvas.fiu.edu/support

Career and Talent Development

MMC – 305-348-2423, SASC 305

BBC – 305-919-5770, WUC 253 EC – 305-348-1281, EC 2852 career.fiu.edu

Center for Academic Success

MMC – 305-348-2441, GL 120

BBC – 305-919-5927, AC1 160 Cfas.fiu.edu

Center for Testing and Career

Certification

MMC – 305-348-2441, GL 120

BBC – 305-919-4043, AC1 160 Testing.fiu.edu

Counseling and Psychological Services

MMC – 305-348-2277, SHC 270

BBC – 305-919-5305, WUC 320 caps.fiu.edu

Dean of Students/Panthers Care

MMC – 305-348-3396, GC 211

BBC – 305-919-5943, WUC 325 pantherscare.fiu.edu

Graham Center

MMC – 305-348-2297, GC 1210 grahamcenter.fiu.edu

Honors College

MMC – 305-348-4100, DM 233 honors.fiu.edu

Housing & Residential Life

MMC – 305-348-4190, UT 121 housing.fiu.edu

Information Technology

305-348-2284

MMC – GL 249 (The HUB)

BBC – HL ASK! Center askit.fiu.edu

International Student and Scholar Services

MMC – 305-348-2421, SASC 230

BBC – 305-919-5813, WUC 363 isss.fiu.edu

Office of Social Justice and Inclusion

MMC – 305-348-2436, GC 216

BBC – 305-919-5817, WUC 255 osji.fiu.edu

One Card

MMC – 305-348-2273, Gold Garage, PG-100 BBC – 305-919-5406, WUC 143 onecard.fiu.edu

OneStop (Admissions, Registration and Financial Aid)

305-348-7000

MMC – SASC 126 BBC – AC1 100 onestop.fiu.edu

Ombudsperson

MMC – 305-348-2797, GC 219 ombuds.fiu.edu

Orientation and Family Programs

MMC – 305-348-6414, GC 189 BBC – 305-919-4032, WUC 129 orientation.fiu.edu

Panther Camp

MMC – 305-348-6414, GC 189 BBC – 305-919-4032, WUC 129 go.fiu.edu/pcamp

Panther Dining

MMC – 305-348-3426, GC 1215 pantherdining.com

Parking, Sustainability & Transportation

305-348-3615

MMC – PG5 194

BBC – AC1 150 parking.fiu.edu

Student Athlete Academic Center

MMC – 305-348-6412, SAAC saac.fiu.edu

Student Conduct and Academic Integrity

MMC – 305-348-3939, GC 311 conduct.fiu.edu

Student Financials

305-348-2126

MMC – SASC 116 BBC – AC1 100 onestop.fiu.edu

Student Health Services

MMC – 305-348-2401, SHC

BBC – 305-919-5620, HCC studenthealth.fiu.edu

Fax – 305-348-6655 immune@fiu.edu, insure@fiu.edu

Transfer & Transition Services

305-348-3844

MMC – SASC 440

BBC – AC1 180 transfer.fiu.edu

University Learning Center

MMC – 305-348-2441, GL120

BBC – 305-919-5927, AC1 160 Learningcenter.fiu.edu

University Police Department

MMC – 305-348-2626, PG-5

Emergency – 305-348-5911

BBC – SO 2

Emergency – 305-919-5911 police.fiu.edu

Veteran and Military Affairs

MMC – 305-348-2838, TWR 100 vma.fiu.edu

Wolfe University Center

BBC – 305-919-5800, WUC 325 wuc.fiu.edu

PARENT AND FAMILY RESOURCES

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Welcome FIU parents and family members,

Congratulations to your student for deciding to join the FIU Panther family! We’re excited to welcome them to campus and guide them in their academic journey. We know that you play an integral role in your student’s success, and everyone at this university is ready to partner with you as you guide them in their college experience. Here at FIU, there are many opportunities for students, as well as for their parents and family members. We want you to be involved members of our university community and we hope to see you on campus throughout your student’s FIU experience. Take advantage of all that FIU has to offer and join us for sporting events, concerts, musical performances and guest speakers.

I hope you see you at FIU very soon. If you see me around campus, please say hello!

Sincerely,

Kenneth A. Jessell FIU President

Office of the President

11200 SW 8th St., PC 528

Miami, FL 33199

305-348-2111

president@fiu.edu

Follow me on Social Media (@FIUPresident)

We know that you play an integral role in your student’s success, and everyone at this university is ready to partner with you as you guide them in their college experience.”

WELCOME TO THE FIU PANTHER FAMILY!

We are excited to have you and your student become a part of our community. We look forward to partnering with you in the upcoming years. FIU is committed to keeping the parents and families of our students informed and involved. We hope this guide will provide information that will be helpful to you and your student as members of the Panther family.

In addition to a vast array of educational resources and support services for students, Florida International University has a comprehensive parent and family program with a variety of resources and services focused on students’ families. We recognize the involvement of parents and family members in the college process plays an important role in student success.

We encourage you to make the most of the following resources:

• Our Orientation staff is committed to being a resource for you. You can reach us by phone at 305-348-6414 or by email, family@fiu.edu to address questions, concerns, provide advice and helpful information.

• Register your email with the FIU Parent newsletter to receive monthly updates with helpful information, campus resources, and important deadlines: go.fiu.edu/pfnews

We look forward to partnering with you for student success!

Sincerely,

FIU Orientation and Family Programs

What to Expect

Expect Change. It’s a Normal Part of Transition

• Exposure to new challenges and experiences

• Formalizing their identity

• Questioning and exploration

• Altered sleep patterns

• Feelings of loneliness, frustration, anger, and homesickness

Confusion/Indecision

• Feeling of uncertainty about future goals and aspirations

• Defining themselves clearly in the long run

• Becoming doubtful about what they have learned compared with new information and challenging alternative perspectives

• Adoption of new routines and practices

Approval

• Your acceptance and approval remain extremely important

• Expect challenges when you do not agree or approve of their choices or opinions

• Give support whenever possible

Mistakes

• Useful to future situations

• Necessary for the development of new skills and techniques

• Important to learn how to handle setbacks or failures and to move forward

Movement Toward Self-Reliance

• Facing additional responsibilities, greater demands, and more choices

• Less structure or guidance

• Balancing a number of choices

• Learning valuable lessons that will carry them through life

• May be a challenge at the beginning

Student Health & Wellness shw.fiu.edu

Formation of Their Identity

• Beginning to define who they are

• Making major decisions that will impact their future

• Association and belonging to particular groups

• Exploration of different courses and interests

• Questioning and examining previous beliefs

Exploration and Intimacy

• Emerging and exploration of new, impactful relationships and networks

• Ending of old relationships

• Some may find their first love

• Develop greater self-awareness, new friendships, and close relationships

New Experiences, Concepts, and Philosophies

• Search for self-knowledge “Who am I?”

• Examining new ideas, theories, and experiences

• Exploring a new independence and identity

Apprehension

• New situations, new faces, new expectations

• Uncomfortable and slow adjustment into a new environment

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Tips to Help Your College Student Become Successful

1) Your role as a parent will change.

• Begin recognizing that your child is an adult.

• Don’t be a “helicopter parent” – don’t swoop in to fix their problems. Offer options instead.

• Give them space to grow.

• Build a system of trust between you and your child.

• Be patient and keep in mind this is their transition into adulthood.

2) Help them become independent problem solvers.

• Give them tips and advice on budget-keeping, laundry, and cooking.

• Offer suggestions, choices, and possibilities – not solutions to problems.

• Don’t tell them what to do or resolve the issue for them.

• Help them understand the difference between high school and college life.

3) Keep communication lines open.

• Have a conversation about drugs, alcohol, sex, and friendships.

• Keep in contact (email, social media, text, and phone) – BUT NOT TOO MUCH!

• Discuss the balance between academics and social life.

• Be open-minded about sensitive topics or feelings they wish to talk about.

4) Inspire them to stay focused on their academics and follow their dreams, not yours.

• Encourage them reach out to their professors, academic advisor, teaching assistants, or study partners if they need help with coursework or assignments.

• Sugges they visit the Center for Academic Success and use tutoring services on campus to improve study habits, time management, and writing skills.

• Try to keep the focus on them and the efforts they make that will lead to success.

5) Show interest in their new relationships.

• Seize the opportunity to meet their new friends, advisor, and professors.

• Respond to requests for advice on relationships and dating (e.g. group dating).

• Participate in family-friendly events (e.g. Family Day in the Fall semester, sports events, and concerts).

6) In addition to academics, the college years are a time of exploration.

• Let them find their way and engage in college life by participating in extracurricular activities (e.g. Student Government Association, clubs, community service groups, etc.).

• Encourage them to get involved by getting a job/internship or volunteering. This will help sharpen team-building and professional skills.

• Work in concert with the Career and Talent Development department to build their resume, do mock interviews, network, and build relationships crucial to their career paths.

7) Allow them to learn from their failures and mistakes.

• Remind them that everyone makes mistakes, and they are not alone.

• Share stories of your past experiences with them (e.g. going to college, moving to a new country, a new job, or a first relationship).

• Reassure them that there are on-campus resources available to help them during stressful times (e.g. CAPS clinicians, Student Health, or their academic advisor).

8) Be supportive.

• Send care packages (e.g. pictures, toiletries, or favorites snacks/drinks).

• Schedule visits ahead of time.

• Encourage them, rather than discouraging and/or scolding.

• Try not to overwhelm them with issues from home that can wait until after finals.

9) Relax and enjoy the ride!

• Use the time they are away to focus on some things you enjoy doing.

• Take pride in your child for being able to make it this far.

• Recognize your own hard work and effort in this important transition in your child’s life. Student Health & Wellness shw.fiu.edu

Elements of Effective Parenting

Emphasize Their Strengths

Focus on what’s right, and have positive expectations.

It’s important to remind yourself of what you already know about parenting.

The elements that enhance our relationships with our children still work during this time of transition.

Acceptance

Value their goals, value them as they are, help them feel significant, and allow for mistakes.

Mutual Trust

Show you believe in each other.

Mutual Caring and Respect

Show you are important to each other.

Open Feedback

Be constructive when sharing your views.

Maintain a Sense of Humor

Laughter is a great antidote!

Mutual Commitment

Commit to common goals and freedom to pursue personal goals.

Listening

Listen, listen, listen – you are their sounding board!

IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY – RESOURCES FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

Florida International University is dedicated to student success. Faculty and Staff work to ensure students have the best educational experience. The university has numerous resources and supports to help students throughout their college career. However, the most successful students make sure to take advantage of these services BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE! Here is a list of resources your student should utilize from the very beginning of their time at FIU:

Academic Advisors

Following their orientation, students will attend their Advising and Registration Day, where they will meet with an advisor who will help them understand the academic requirements of the university and their major. This may not be their assigned academic advisor for their time at FIU. To find out who their advisor is, students can go to my.fiu.edu and click on the Academic Advising tile. Once they’re in the academic advising section, click on Success Network and then “Go to Panther Success Network.” This will give them access to all their advisor’s information, as well as serve as a platform to schedule meetings or ask questions. After students meet with an academic advisor for the first time, students are encouraged to meet with their advisor throughout the year and not wait until their registration day for the following semesters.

Career and Talent Development

Career.fiu.edu

FIU Career and Talent Development is a great resource to help students get jobs after graduation, however this resource is more useful to students if they engage with the staff from CTD throughout their time at FIU. This office helps with clarifying career goals, resume writing and critiques, practice interviews, career transition and assessments, internships, and much more!

Center for Academic Success

Cfas.fiu.edu

All college students are challenged academically at some point in time. The Center for Academic Success can help your student receive the support needed to be successful in the classroom. Your student shouldn’t wait until they are struggling in a class to seek help. Encourage your

student to take advantage of the tutoring, writing support, and other services offered by the staff from the very beginning. It’s never too early to improve on skills to make your student stronger in the classroom.

College Life Coaching

Coaching.fiu.edu

The College Life Coaching Program aims to support student success at FIU. The College Life Coaching team helps students identify their goals, create a plan and design solutions to challenges they may be facing. While an advisor might help you pick classes or plan for graduation, meetings with a College Life Coach can focus on a range of topics that have been proven important to students’ success at FIU such as time management, study strategies, motivation, managing obstacles, and evaluating progress towards academic goals. Whatever you’re struggling with, a College Life Coach can provide you with guidance.

Counseling and Psychological Services

caps.fiu.edu

Many college students experience ups and downs throughout their time on campus. Make sure your student knows that the staff at CAPS is committed to providing mental health services to students at the university. CAPS offers support through workshops, 1:1 meetings, telehealth, or group sessions. If you have any concerns about your student, please contact CAPS at (305) 348-2277.

Dean of Students Office/Panthers Care

pantherscare.fiu.edu

College can be a difficult time. We encourage students at FIU to feel comfortable asking for help whether it is for themselves or for another student. We strive to create an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive community for all students. More information about the It’s On Us campaign, reporting biasrelated incidences, students of concern, or other support for students can be found on their website.

Disability Resource Center

Drc.fiu.edu

FIU is committed to supporting all students. Students who need any sort of accommodation in the classroom should be sure to connect with the DRC right away. The staff are

committed to making sure students with disabilities can access all that FIU has to offer throughout our diverse academic community.

Faculty Office Hours

Faculty are great resources and contribute more to the student’s academic experience than just lecturing at the front of the room. All students are encouraged to visit their faculty during their scheduled office hours. Office hours should be included in the student’s course syllabi. By connecting with faculty outside of the classroom students can develop relationships which could lead to research opportunities, professional mentorship, letter of recommendation, and much more. Students shouldn’t wait until they are struggling to reach out to their faculty members.

Student Food Pantry

Leadserve.fiu.edu

Food insecurities affect students on college campuses everywhere. Students with an expressed need (no documentation required) can receive up to 10 pounds of food a week at our food pantries (located on either BBC or MMC).

Wellness & Recreation Center

recreation.fiu.edu

Ever heard of the “Freshman 15”? We don’t want students to wait for a new year’s resolution to begin thinking about their health. Our Wellness & Recreation Centers provide students with access to state-of-the-art equipment to keep them healthy, so save on that gym membership and encourage your student to get/stay healthy!

Students who are the most successful in college are proactive with their experience. Encourage students to plan early to find ways to utilize the plethora of support and resources FIU has to offer. For more information about student support check out dasa.fiu.edu.

ACADEMIC FOLLOW-UP

There is a lot of valuable information regarding your student’s academic experience. Here are a couple of takeaways we want to remind you (and your student) about.

TAKE 30, GRADUATE IN 4

Want to know how your student can save money on their education? The answer is simple: Finish in 4 years. It all boils down to simple math and opportunity cost: Most degrees require students to finish 120 credits, so if they earn 30 credits every year, they will finish on time in 4 years. They will avoid excess credit fees and start their career faster.

Here are some tips on how to do so:

• Check in with Advisors at least once a semester

• Earn 30 credits per academic year

• Manage Your Finances: Apply for FAFSA, scholarships, fellowships, and grants EARLY!

• Avoid Excess Credits by only taking courses needed for the major

• Ask for help if you are struggling with academic or personal issues

• Plan for future semesters well in advance!

For more information visit finish4.fiu.edu.

TIPS FROM AN ADVISOR

When should your student see an advisor?

• Students should see their academic advisor at least once per semester to ensure that they are enrolling in the correct courses and are on track for graduation. Students should see their advisors BEFORE registration begins. Spring registration begins in November. Summer/Fall registration begins in March.

Where can my student find their advisor?

• Students can find their advisor through the Panther Success Network (PSN) located at https://fiu.campus.eab.com/. Students can message their advisor, schedule advising appointments, and see their advisor’s contact information all through the same system.

What are some commonly unknown academic policies?

• Summer Hours Requirement – All students entering FIU or any university within the SUS with fewer than 60 credit hours are required to earn at least nine credit hours prior to graduation by attending one or more summer terms at a university in the SUS.

• Excess Credit Surcharge – Students who exceed their excess credit thresholds will be assessed a surcharge of $105.07 on each attempted credit that exceeds the threshold. All credits attempted at FIU are factored in, including dropped and failed courses. For more information on Excess Credit Surcharge: https://onestop.fiu.edu/classes/excess-credits/

• Accelerated Credits – If a student earned college credits, either through test credits or Dual Enrollment courses taken outside of FIU, all scores/transcripts are sent to FIU. Without official scores/transcripts, students will not earn credit for the courses they worked so hard for!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Florida International University is one of the largest universities in the United States, with nearly 56,000 students attending classes. As a parent or family member, you may have plenty of questions, and we want to provide you with the most accurate information to get your questions answered effectively. Here are some commonly asked questions:

Where do I find out if my student has been awarded financial aid?

On the student’s my.fiu.edu account, there is a section called Financial Aid. Your student can click on “View Financial Aid” and select the academic term/year to see what financial aid has been awarded.

Where does my student pay their tuition fee?

Tuition can be paid via credit card or electronic check through the my.fiu.edu account under the Financial Account section where it states to “Make a Payment.” Students may also go to the Student Financials office, located in Student Academic Support Center (SASC) at MMC and Academic Center 1 (AC1) at BBC to pay in cash, check, or money order.

How does my student register their vehicle?

24–48 hours after they have registered for classes, your student may visit parking.fiu.edu and log in using the My Accounts info (same username and password at the my.fiu.edu system). Students can register their vehicle once they have logged in. Students do not have to pay a separate fee for parking; it is included in their tuition and fees. All students are permitted one vehicle at no cost, additional vehicles will incur additional charges.

How can I see my student’s records?

Students can share information they choose to a family member, friend, or a third party through their my.fiu. edu account. Delegated access allows parents or loved ones the ability to make a tuition payment, keep track of financial aid, grades, and more! Additionally, through delegated access, a student can give a third-party access to update emergency contacts, view the message board, account activity, class schedule, advising appointments, and holds. Only pre-approved information by a student can be shared. FIU students can participate by logging into their my.fiu.edu account, clicking on “Student Tools” and then “Delegated Access.” For more information, please visit onestop.fiu.edu.

How can I get my student a meal plan?

Students can get a meal plan by going to pantherdining. fiu.edu. Students living both on- and off-campus can get information there about different dining options.

Is there public transportation? How can my student get around if they do not have a car?

Parking.fiu.edu has extensive resources to connect

students to carpools (RideFlag) and other transportation options under the Campus Transportation tab.

How safe is the campus?

FIU is in a major metropolitan area. As such, we have the potential to experience many of the same crime issues in any major city. The FIUPD employs a Community Oriented Policing approach to problem-solving and works diligently to prevent and investigate criminal activity, providing for a safe flow of vehicle and pedestrian traffic, and finding solutions to the issues that affect our students, our faculty, and our staff.

FIUPD provides crime prevention and safety information via its Campus Security and Fire Safety Report, presentations by its officers, Campus Safety Walks, and interactions with the FIU community. A copy of FIU’s Campus Security and Fire Safety Report can be obtained on their website or at their station.

The campus is in partnership with the Police of Sweetwater and North Miami. They are always on high alert for on-campus crimes or offenses both within the residence halls and around the campus. The FIU police offer a wide range of services and have a fully functional detention area for any situation. They help ensure the safety of our students, faculty, and staff. They provide updates on crucial situations that may arise on campus via text alerts and notifications sent to all students and staff. You may also visit police.fiu.edu to view the Campus Security Report.

Is my student’s schedule final after orientation? What if they have problems registering during orientation?

All students will have the opportunity to meet with an academic advisor and register for classes during Advising and Registration Day. Sometimes, there are extenuating circumstances that may keep a student from being able to register at orientation (i.e., documentation, immunizations, residency paperwork, etc.). Students can edit and make changes to their class schedule once they meet their academic advisor. Students’ schedules are not final until after the university’s Add/Drop deadline. Students can log in to their student account and change their class schedule as needed. However, keep in mind that students should make sure they are consulting with their academic advisor before making any drastic changes to their schedules.

For additional questions, please contact FIU Orientation and Family Programs at family@fiu.edu or (305) 348-6414.

CHECKLIST: NEXT STEPS TO SUCCESS

The following is a recommended checklist for you and your student to consider in the upcoming days before classes begin.

Parent/Family Member Checklist:

n Discuss with your student what your expectations are for their college experience and what this means for your relationship over the next few years. Consider the following topics: academics, transportation, finances, communication, and family responsibilities.

n Chat with your student about the differences between high school and college. Encourage your student to familiarize themselves with the various resources on campus.

n Encourage your student to register for Panther Camp. – pg. 39/ pg. 118

n Sign up to receive monthly email updates through the FIU Parent Newsletter at: go.fiu.edu/PFNews.

n Familiarize yourself with the Academic Calendar, available online at: onestop.fiu.edu.

n Complete the Parent and Family Orientation course –go.fiu.edu/pforientation

n Register for the virtual miniseries sponsored by Orientation and Family Programs and diverse campus partners.

n Download the FIU Guardian app – pg. 81

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS & SUPPORT

WELCOME!

Welcome to the FIU Panther Family! We are excited you chose FIU and encourage you to take advantage of the many exciting opportunities available to you over the next few years. As Miami’s first and only public research university, offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, FIU helps students make a real impact. For close to five decades, FIU has positioned itself as one of South Florida’s anchor institutions dedicated to enriching the lives of the local and global community. We prepare tomorrow’s leaders and celebrate those who make a difference every day.

During orientation, you will receive valuable information and resources to help you thrive at FIU. Keep in mind that getting involved with campus activities helps to add to your overall educational experience. At FIU we are dedicated to providing you with the best educational and experiential learning opportunities.

To the parents and families of our new students, a warm welcome to you as well. Over the next few years, you will play an integral role in the educational process of your loved one. Your support for both your student and FIU contributes immensely to the success they are sure to find at FIU. We invite you to stay involved and subscribe to our Parent & Family newsletter at go.fiu.edu/pfnews to receive the latest university news and updates. Once again, welcome to FIU! We hope this resource guide will help you make the most of orientation by offering information on everything our university has to offer.

WELCOME PANTHERS!

Sincerely,

Elizabeth M. Bejar, Ph.D. Provost, Executive Vice President and COO

Keep in mind that getting involved with campus activities helps to add to your overall educational experience. At FIU we are dedicated to providing you with the best educational and experiential learning opportunities.”

Where can I learn more?

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What will I learn?

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

You will learn the basic concepts related to AI and the impact it is having and will have on the world.

DATA INTERPRETATION

You will learn how to understand data visualizations and summarizations; interpret data trends and patterns; and communicate ideas and evidence with data

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

You will learn strategies to recognize and manage emotions; identify negative beliefs and self-talk; listen empathetically; and better manage relationships.

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The Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University is a Top 10 Hospitality Management school located in Miami, Florida, one of the top tourist destinations in the world. People come to explore, vacation, and enjoy some of the most celebrated and renowned hotels, nightclubs, restaurants, events and festivals here and our students get to be a part of it ALL!

You’ll love our: Vibrant campus and city life • In person and online class options • Experiential Learning Opportunities • Career Guidance

• 17,000+ hospitality alumni network

We offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees with unique specialties such as: real estate management, global sustainable tourism, cruise line operations management, mega and large-scale events management, entertainment management, and food innovation. Our students get to work on unique and one-of-kind events, like the internationally known Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®). Plus, thanks to our industry partners, you never know who will drop into class, like Grammy-winning artist Drake or soccer legend, David Beckham.

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Top Global Hospitality Program

Learn more about the world’s leading hospitality program that’s redefining the future of hospitality management! Visit us online at Hospitality.fiu.edu

FIU Agroecology Program

The FIU Agroecology Program intergrates science-based education, research, and outreach in the agricultural and natural resource fields. The program consists of specialized agroecology and agri-science courses, field trips, internships, undergraduate scholarships, graduate fellowships, and professional development.

Agri-science Major

The Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental studies agricultural track follows a curriculum structured for students to gain broad academic knowledge and valuable experience to pursue careers in food and agricultural sciences or in natural resources/environmental fields.

Undergraduate Scholarships and Graduate Fellowships

College scholarship opportunities are available and geared towards Hispanic and minority FIU students enrolled in the Environmental Studies

Agri-Science Major or Agroecology Certificate (any degree seeking student). Graduate fellowships are for those wishing to pursue a Master of Science in Environmental Studies or a Ph.D. in Earth System Sciences. A 6-week REEU summer internship is available.

Agroecology Certificate

Learn problems and issues that emerge from the interface between modern agricultural production and natural ecosystems. The program includes field-level experiential learning through internships, field demonstrations, and hands-on experiments.

Clubs and Workshops

Participate in student clubs such as Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences (MANRRS) and Garden Club. They help students build leadership skills by engaging in a variety of professional development activities, including technical training, conferences travel, and community engagement.

For more information, scan the QR code to visit our website!

Agroecology Program, Department of Earth and Environment, 11200 SW 8th Street, CASE 157, Miami, FL 33199 / 305-348-0186 / agroecol@fiu.edu

FIU LAW PATH (PRE-LAW PROGRAM)

FIU Law Path offers to undergraduate rising seniors, pre-law programming that builds skills critical to both success in law school and throughout the application to law school process. Admitted FIU Law Path Scholars will participate in an online program.

Certificate Paralegal Studies ACADEMIC PROGRAMS & SUPPORT

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T h e T a l e n t L a b p r e p a r e s F I U s t u d e n t s t o s u c c e e d i n i n t e r n s h i p s i n t h e n a t i o n ' s c a p i t a l . H e r e ' s h o w :

D C R E A D Y O N L I N E C O U R S E

L e a r n t h e b a s i c s o f W a s h i n g t o n t h r o u g h a f r e e , s e l f - p a c e d o n l i n e c o u r s e .

F L Y - I N S E M I N A R S

D i a l o g u e w i t h p o l i c y m a k e r s a n d c o l l a b o r a t e w i t h i n t e r d i s c i p l i n a r y t e a m s w h i l e d i s c o v e r i n g i n t e r n s h i p o p p o r t u n i t i e s .

D I G I T A L B A D G E S

S h o w t h a t y o u h a v e m a s t e r e d t h e s k i l l s n e e d e d t o i m p a c t p u b l i c p o l i c y .

H A M I L T O N S C H O L A R S

L a u n c h y o u r c a r e e r w i t h F I U ' s p r e m i e r a c a d e m i c i n t e r n s h i p s e m e s t e r p r o g r a m i n W a s h i n g t o n , D . C .

L e a r n m o r e a n d g e t i n v o l v e d a t t a l e n t l a b . f i u . e d u

The Honors College is the center of undergraduate academic excellence at FIU. We are a community of students, faculty, and staff from all backgrounds and disciplines who are dedicated to excellence in all pursuits.

We offer a unique academic and social experience that is compatible with all majors, transcends disciplines, and encourages our students to become life-long learners. Students at Honors have access to the following benefits and resources:

10+ Study Abroad Programs

Advanced Undergraduate Research Program

Early Assurance to top Medical & Law Schools

Focused Advising

Honors College Scholarships

Honors Hall @ Parkview

Innovative classes taught by industry experts

Internship Opportunities

Priority Registration and so much more!

Undergraduate Programs

FIU's Global Learning Initiatives prepare you to live and work in a diverse, interconnected world through programming that includes both personalized mentorship and high impact global opportunities.

You'll develop key collaboration and problemsolving skills through:

More than 250 Global Learning courses Dozens of Global Learning experiences, including internships, fellowships, roundtable discussions, and leadership opportunities

The Peace Corps Prep program

The Global Learning Medallion and Enacting Global Learning Microcredential

Learn more: Visit our website: GoGlobal.FIU edu Follow us on social media: @goglobalfiu

Email: GLMedal@fiu.edu

Excellence in Global Learning Medallion

One of the largest schools of its kind, The Green School enrolls more than 5,000 students and is committed to creating a just, peaceful and prosperous world.

BACHELOR OF ARTS

Asian Studies Economics

History

International Relations

Latin American and Caribbean Studies

Political Science

Religious Studies

Spanish

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN GLOBAL LANGUAGES, CULTURES AND LITERATURES

French and Francophone Studies

Portuguese and Lusophone Studies

Dual Language

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN GLOBAL STUDIES

Anthropology Major

Geography Major

Sociology Major

Interdisciplinary and Area Studies Major

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Criminal Justice

Crime Science Economics

BACHELOR OF PUBLIC POLICY AND SERVICE

Pre-Law

Pre-Law Advising and Training Office (PLATO) offers a variety of resources, seminars, workshops, events and advising services to prepare students for the law school admissions process and their first year as law school students.

Model UN

FIU’s Model UN team is one of the highest ranked teams in Florida and of any public university in the country. The team has consistently been ranked as one of the top five teams in its circuit and was recently ranked the #3 team on the North American collegiate circuit by Bestdelegate.com.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

RN -to- BSN track

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Accelerated Option/AO BSN track

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student access & success

The Office of Student Access & Success (SAS) creates pathways that connect underrepresented students to quality post-secondary education. Through partnerships with local community organizations, support from our success coaches, and personal/professional development programming, we improve students’ learning and ensure their success.

SAS programs empower first-generation college students, FAFSA recipients, former foster youth and homeless students. Participants engage in learning experiences that increase students’ college retention and graduation rates. Program benefits include:

ACCESS TO SUCCESS COACHING

TARGETED SCHOLARSHIPS/ FUNDING

PRIORITY COURSE REGISTRATION

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCES

EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS:

Student Support Services (SSS) is a federal TRiO program that provides opportunities for academic development and assistance with basic college requirements, and motivates students towards the successful completion of their bachelor’s degree.

The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program is a federal TRiO program designed to prepare students from low-income, first-generation, and traditionally underrepresented groups for doctoral studies.

Fostering Panther Pride (FPP) offers tailored academic and support services to former foster youth and students experiencing homelessness. The program’s primary goal is to assist these students in their transition to FIU, their retention and graduation, and their pursuit of securing employment or graduate studies upon earning their bachelor’s degree.

First-Generation Initiatives and Resources support the success of FIU students who are among the first generation in their families to earn a bachelor's degree. Learn about scholarships, programming and more at firstgen.fiu.edu.

UNIVERSITY RESOURCES

EXPERIENCE ENGAGE

Located in the City of North Miami, Florida International University's Biscayne Bay Campus offers high-quality teaching, state-of-the-art research, creative activity and collaborative engagement in South Florida. BBC is FIU's gem on the water. With a small campus feel and a caring, supportive community, our campus offers our students the resources of a top tier university, while providing them with a personalized experience. BBC is home to some of FIU's highest ranked programs and most innovative labs; it is the birthplace of the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, the North Miami BrewFest and other unique activities and experiences.

BBC's unique facilities and amenities:

Nine-story residence hall with breathtaking bay views.

Chaplin's School of Hospitality's, The Wine Spectator Restaurant Management Lab & Brewing Science Lab. CARTA's, The Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator & the Lee Caplin Immersive Studio for Altered Reality (iSTAR).

The i360 XR Theatre.

Wolfe University Center - enhancing student experiences on campus.

Wellness and Recreation Center as well as the BBC Aquatic Center, Ropes Course & kayaking on the bay.

The Kovens Conference Center with panoramic views of Biscayne Bay & the Nursing STAR Center Lab.

BBC'S VICE PROVOST'S COUNCIL

Business and community leaders serving our Panthers for 10 years at BBC!

Professional and career coaching/mentoring while connecting students to business and governmental leaders.

Active board who contribute to the students and help to continue the legacy of raising scholarship dollars for our Biscayne Bay Campus students.

@thebaylifefiu

Contact us at: (305) 919-5700 or bbcinfo@fiu.edu

Click here for more information:

https://ovpbbc.fiu.edu/about/vice-provosts-council/index.html

C A R E E R A N D T A L E N T D E V E L O P M E N T

T h e C a r e e r a n d T a l e n t D e v e l o p m e n t ( C T D ) d e p a r t m e n t o f f e r s a w i d e r a n g e o f s e r v i c e s a n d a c t i v i t i e s t o d e v e l o p y o u r p r o f e s s i o n a l s k i l l s t o g o b e y o n d t h e c l a s s r o o m a n d i n t o t h e w o r k p l a c e .

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H a n d s h a k e i s o u r d a t a b a s e o f j o b s , i n t e r n s h i p s a n d c a r e e r - r e l a t e d e v e n t s a n d o p p o r t u n i t i e s . H a n d s h a k e i s f r e e t o a l l c u r r e n t F I U s t u d e n t s a n d a l u m n i o n c e t h e y r e g i s t e r

V M o c k

V M o c k i s a n o n l i n e r e s u m e r e v i e w t o o l p o w e r e d b y c u t t i n g - e d g e d a t a s c i e n c e , m a c h i n e l e a r n i n g , a n d n a t u r a l l a n g u a g e p r o c e s s i n g t h a t p r o v i d e s p e r s o n a l i z e d r e s u m e f e e d b a c k b a s e d o n y o u r p r o f i l e , e x p e r i e n c e s , a n d a c a d e m i c a c h i e v e m e n t

C a r e e r A d v i s i n g

P e r s o n a l i z e d , o n e - o n - o n e c a r e e r a d v i s i n g c a n h e l p y o u p e r f e c t y o u r r e s u m e , d e v e l o p a j o b s e a r c h s t r a t e g y , a n d h e l p y o u d e v e l o p l h b e s t s u i t s y o u r i n t e r e s t s .

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Career and Talent Development Locations

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n f r o m d a y o n e !

T o f u l f i l l t h i s r e q u i r e m e n t , y o u m u s t :

R e g i s t e r w i t h t h e c a r e e r c e n t e r a s s o c i a t e d w i t h y o u r m a j o r b y

c l a i m i n g y o u r H a n d s h a k e a c c o u n t a n d c o m p l e t i n g y o u r p r o f i l e .

C o m p l e t e t h e c a r e e r r e a d i n e s s m o d u l e , a v a i l a b l e o n l i n e t h r o u g h

t h e F I U D e v e l o p p o r t a l .

V i s i t t h e S t a t e U n i v e r s i t y S y s t e m ' s d a s h b o a r d , M y F l o r i d a F u t u r e , w h i c h p r e s e n t s y o u r a c a d e m i c d i s c i p l i n e ' s s a l a r y i n f o r m a t i o n a t

t h e 1, 5 - a n d 1 0 - y e a r m a r k s .

A t t e s t t h a t y o u h a v e b e e n p r o v i d e d w i t h t h e r e q u i r e d i n f o r m a t i o n a n d u n d e r s t a n d t h e w a g e p r o s p e c t s f o r y o u r c h o s e n m a j o r .

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The Center for Testing and Career Certification (CTCC) provides examinations, assessments, industry certifications, and related resources, such as our virtual remote testing center (vRTC), to support students on their pathway from degree to career.

Services include:

The College Life Coaching Program aims to support students as they navigate their academic journey by helping them identify academic goals, while working together to create a plan and design solutions to challenges they may be facing.

Topics discussed in coaching sessions and workshops may include: M o t i v a t i o n T

Florida International University Army ROTC Program

Enroll the largest Army ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps) in South Florida and the best leadership course at Florida International University. Students learn what it takes to lead. Training is conducted through classes, leadership labs, and physical training. Our Freshman and Sophomore classes are offered to all students on campus. All classes count as electives towards an undergraduate degree

• Freshman Year

• Fall Semester Foundations of Officership and Leadership MSL 1001

• Spring Semester Basic Leadership MSL 1002

• Sophomore Year

• Fall Semester Individual Leadership Studies MSL 2101

• Spring Semester Leadership and Teamwork MSL 2102

• Spring Semester American Military History MSL4400

• Junior Year

• Fall Semester Leadership and Problem Solving MSL 3201

• Spring Semester Leadership and Ethics MSL 3202

• Senior Year

• Fall Semester Leadership and Management MSL 4301

• Spring Semester Officership and Leadership MSL 4302

▪ 2-3 year Full Tuition or $10k Room & Board per year Scholarships

▪ $1200 per year book stipend

▪ $420/mo stipend for contracted cadets

▪ Largest Officer producing program in South Florida – over 225 current college students

▪ Summer Grants available for qualified students to attend language courses.

▪ Internship opportunities for qualified Science/Engineer majors.

▪ Participate in sporting events. (Miami Dolphins, Miami Heat, Panther Football, etc.)

▪ Opportunities are endless!

The Financial Wellness Program aims to help students better understand what it means to live a financially healthy life and all the good things that come along with it. Services include:

F i n a n c i a l W e l l n e s s

W o r k s h o p s

F i n a n c i a l W e l l n e s s

C o a c h i n g

Topics discussed in workshops may include:

iGrad is a Financial Wellness tool available - for free - to all FIU students and alumni. The platform helps students manage their personal finances by providing content on behavioral finance, spending, saving, smart borrowing, and navigating federal aid.

* F I U i s p r o d u c i n g t h e s e r e s o u r c e s a n d i n f o r m a t i o n f o r r e f e r e n c e , n o t t o m a k e s p e c i f

The Florida International University Police Department (FIUPD) is a fully accredited law enforcement agency through the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation Inc. Accreditation ensures that FIUPD has attained the highest standards of law enforcement professionalism.

The FIUPD provides a full range of police services to the community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on both campuses. These services include:

Rape Aggression Defense classes; Self-defense Awareness and Familiarization Exchange; Bicycle Registration; Safety Escorts; Our FIU Guardian App helps keep you safe by giving you direct connections to FIUPD, your family, friends and others you trust, anytime, anywhere.

Please go to our website at police.fiu.edu to see more information on these and other services we provide.

PG5 – Market Station

885 SW 109th Avenue

Miami, FL 33199

Dispatch: (305) 348-2626

Admin: (305) 348-2623

Fax: (305) 348-1566

SO II Building 3000 NE 151st Street

North Miami, FL 33181

Tel: (305) 919-5559

Fax: (305) 919 5505

EMERGENCY NUMBERS Visit

MMC - (305) 348-5911

BBC - (305) 919-5911

MODESTO MAIDIQUE CAMPUS

BISCAYNE BAY CAMPUS

GAME ROOM

Level up your college experience at our Game Room! Unwind after class and connect with fellow panthers over a variety of games, from

• Bookstore

• Charging Stations

• Computer Lab

• Game Room

• Locker Rentals

• Lost and Found

• Student Lounges

• Study Spaces

reservespace.fiu.edu

university policy, rules, or procedures

• Offer a SAFE place to discuss a concern

At FIU Student Health & Wellness we aim to support the overall well-being of students. We use a multi-faceted approach (i.e., services, programs, trainings, and campaigns) that educates, engages, and empowers the university community to sustain lifelong health and wellness.

Togetherall BetterMynd

A safe, anonymous, online peer community to support your mental health. Join the more than 20,000 students using this service! You only need your FIU email credentials to get access.

Hazing Prevention Training

Hazing prevention is everyone's responsibility. Learn what hazing is, how to stop it, and what to do you if you/someone you know is being hazed.

Kognito

Kognito's role-play simulations will enable you to rapidly build the capacity to lead real-life conversations that change lives. The available modules are Alcohol & Prescription Drugs, Mental Health, and Veterans on Campus.

CAPS has recently partnered with BetterMynd, an online therapy platform for college students, to offer access to video-therapy sessions with a diverse network of licensed mental health counselors.

Recognition, Insight, and Openness

RIO is an online workshop that will show you skills to handle uncomfortable feelings through a series of short videos and journal exercises.

SAP Training

As part of FIU's ongoing commitment to promote a safe and healthy University community, FIU requires all students to complete Sexual Assault Prevention courses that address the critical issues of sexual violence, relationship violence, and stalking.

go.fiu.edu/selfhelp

Counseling & Psychological Services

The mission of FIU's Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) is to provide mental health services to students that will facilitate and enhance their personal learning, emotional well-being, and academic skills development.

Panthers Care provides 1-on-1 support to students in distress, provides educational outreach to the university community, and connects students with campus and community resources. Use their referral system to connect a student with support and resources.

Student Health Clinics provide care, but you still need health insurance while at FIU. Make sure you have a health insurance plan or find out how you can get coverage through a student plan.

At the Healthy Living Program (HLP), we offer a holistic and preventative approach to health by encouraging FIU students to engage in everyday healthy lifestyle practices!

The Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity (SCAI), works to ensure that FIU is a “safe and stimulating environment in which scholarship and personal growth may occur.”

The Student Health Clinics provide affordable and accessible student-focused medical care and promote healthy lifestyles through education, mentorship, and research activities thus facilitating the academic success of our students.

The Victim Empowerment Program’s (VEP) mission is to provide free confidential assistance and support the healing process of FIU students, faculty, staff, and university visitors who have been victimized through threatened or actual violence.

WHAT DOES “AMERICAN” MEAN TO YOU?

Hung Liu (Chinese, 1948-2021, active in the U.S. after 1984), Mongolian Moon, Oil on canvas, 200, Gift from Jack M. Singer, MD, FIU 2013.32.1 The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum FIU receives ongoing support from the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture and the State of Florida; and Members of the Frost Art Museum.

CAMPUS RECREATION

Campus Recreation provides a wide variety of recreation programs, services, and facilities that foster meaningful connections and support fitness and lifelong holistic well-being.

FACILITIES

▪ Aquatic Center

▪ Fitness Centers (MMC & BBC)

▪ Nature Trails

▪ North Turf

PROGRAMS

▪ Adventure Recreation

▪ Aquatics

▪ Fitness & Wellbeing

▪ Informal Recreation

SERVICES

▪ Athletic Training

▪ CPR/First Aid Classes

▪ Personal Training

▪ Safety Classes

▪ Panther Hall Pool

▪ Ropes Course

▪ South Turf

▪ Tennis Courts

▪ Intramurals

▪ Special Events

▪ Sport Clubs

▪ Tennis

STUDENT INVOLVEMENT

Fields

ACC Ambulatory Care Center

AHC1 Academic Health Center 1

AHC2 Academic Health Center 2

AHC3 Academic Health Center 3

AHC4 Academic Health Center 4

AHC5 Academic Health Center 5

AS Digital Art Studio

ASTRO Stocker Astroscience Center

IIP Infinity Insurance Park

BS Bike Shop

BT Building Ten

CASE Computing, Arts, Sciences and Education

CBC College of Business Complex

CCLC Children’s Creative Learning Center

CFES Carlos Finlay Elementary School

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CP Chemistry & Physics

CSC Campus Support Complex

DC Duplicating Center

DM Deuxieme Maison

ENG Engineering Phase I

EH Everglades Hall

FCS FIU Community Stadium

FROST Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum

FSB Field Support building

GC Ernest R. Graham Center

GH Greek Housing

GL Steven and Dorothea Green

LC Labor Center

LVN/LVS Lakeview Halls

MANGO Management and New Growth Opportunities Building

Museum

NOAA National Hurricane Center

OBCC Ocean Bank Convocation Center

OE Owa Ehan

PC Charles E. Perry Bldg. (Primera Casa)

PCA Paul L. Cejas School of Architecture

PG1 Gold Parking Garage

PG2 Blue Parking Garage

PG3 Panther Parking Garage

PG4 Red Parking Garage

PG5 PG5 Market Station

PG6 Parking Garage 6

PH Panther Hall

PVH Parkview Hall

RB Ryder Business Building

RDB Rafael Diaz-Balart Hall

RH Ronald W. Reagan Presidential House

College of Arts, Sciences & Education

School of Education and Human Development

School of Computing and Information Sciences

Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA)

CASE

SIPA

SIPA – Phase 2 SIPA

Tamiami

College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts SASC

RSS Riccardo Silva Stadium

SAAC Student Athletic Academic Center

SASC Student Academic Success Center

SH Solar House

SHC Student Health Center

SIPA Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs

TAM Tamiami Hall

TWR Tower/Veteran and Military Affairs

TDBC Trish & Dan Bell Chapel

UA University Apartments

UT University Towers

VH Viertes Haus

WRC Wellness and Recreation Center

W01 West 1 - Sculpture + Art Foundation

W01C West 01C - Ceramics

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W03 West 3 - Key Control

W06 West 6

W09 West 9 - Painting

W10 West 10 - Drawing + MFA Studios

W10A ROTC - Reserve Officer Training Corps

W10C Trailer

WC Wertheim Conservatory

WPAC Herbert and Nicole Wertheim

Performing Arts Center

WSTC Women’s Softball/Tennis Center

ZEB Sanford L. Ziff Family Education Building

Key by Buildings

AC1 Academic One

AC2 Academic Two

BBCBY BBC Boatyard

BEC Batchelor Environmental Center-Frost

BH Bayview Housing

CCRL Coastal Conservation and Restoration Lab

HL Glenn Hubert Library

HM Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management

IMF Intramural Field

KCC Roz & Cal Kovens Conference Center

MSB Marine Science Building

N02A Central Utilities

OR-1 Outdoor Recreation

RCLPS RCL Production Studio

RCLES RCL Entertainment Suites

S01 Central Receiving

S02 University Police

S03 Physical Plant

SHS Student Health Services

TRAC Team Ropes Adventure Challenge

WUC Wolfe University Center

WRCBBC Wellness and Recreation Center - BBC

MAST@FIU Marine Academy of Science and Technology

Key by Colleges and Schools

Important Locations