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FIU is excited to host the university’s fourth annual Juneteenth Celebration!
Under the theme “Celebrate, Educate, Heal”, this weeklong celebration brings together FIU students, faculty, staff, retirees, our alumni and the South Florida community, to bring awareness to the importance of Juneteenth in American history.
Our annual Freedom Day Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 15 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Earlene and Albert Dotson Pavilion at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus. This free event is open to the entire community and will feature live performances, local artisan vendors, activities, dancers, food trucks and fun for the whole family. Be sure to bring lawn chairs and mats for outdoor lounging.
Don't forget to register to attend! The first 200 faculty and staff to register will each receive a $15 food voucher to use at any of the event’s food trucks, limited to ONE (1) voucher per faculty or staff member. To claim your voucher, please use your FIU email. Eligible faculty and staff will receive a confirmation email prior to the event.
Questions? Contact the Office of Access, Compliance and Equal Opportunity at (305) 348-2785.
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As part of our weeklong Juneteenth Celebration, FIU will be hosting the third annual Nova Star Juneteenth Scholarship Competition Show on Wednesday, June 12, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Wertheim Performing Arts Center.
This competition showcases FIU’s Nova Court, consisting of students who exemplify leadership qualities, self-confidence, and a commitment to their FIU community and beyond. The contest awards over $8,250 in scholarships to the contestants, including $3,000 to the top winner.
Contestants compete in categories such as FIU spirit, talent, a Q & A session, and a short speech addressing issues about which they are passionate.
Join us at 5:30 p.m. for the pre-show with live music, vendors, refreshments from the Bartender's Guild at FIU, and photo booth fun!
Purchase your ticket to this spirited event and support scholarship funding for underrepresented students!
Questions? Contact the Office of Access, Compliance and Equal Opportunity at (305) 348-2785.
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Kick off your summer with the Office of Employee Assistance's (OEA) new virtual summer workshop, The Mindful Garden - Cultivating Calm Wholeheartedly. This program aims to help you explore the practice of cultivating awareness of the present moment with compassion and openness, serving as a foundation for wise action.
This thoughtfully curated workshop is designed to enhance your attention and emotion regulation, foster wholesome emotions like gratitude and compassion, expand your stress management skills, and seamlessly integrate mindfulness into your daily life.
Be sure to register ahead of time to these virtual 12 p.m. sessions:
Questions? Contact the Office of Employee Assistance at (305) 348-2469.
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Join us in reading Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know, where author Adam Grant weaves together research and storytelling to help us build the intellectual and emotional muscle we need to stay curious enough about the world.
Intelligence is usually seen as the ability to think and learn, but in a rapidly changing world, there's another set of cognitive skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink and unlearn.
In our daily lives, too many of us favor the comfort of conviction over the discomfort of doubt. Intelligence is no cure, and it can even be a curse where being good at thinking can make us worse at rethinking. The brighter we are, the blinder to our own limitations we can become. Organizational psychologist Adam Grant is an expert on opening other people's minds - and our own.
Think Again: The Power of Knowing What you Don't Know reveals that we don't have to believe everything we think or internalize everything we feel. It's an invitation to let go of views that are no longer serving us well and prize mental flexibility over foolish consistency. If knowledge is power, knowing what we don't know is wisdom.
Panther's Thrive is a place to connect, learn and unlearn, and grow together.
Don't forget to register! Those who register by Friday, June 14, will be entered into a chance drawing where 5 winners will receive a free book copy.
Questions? Contact the Office of Employee Assistance at (305) 348-2469.
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Channel your inner mindfulness with the OEA's mini-summer Sound Bath Meditation Program.
These in-person sessions use different aspects of sound to improve an individual's emotional and physical well-being. This practice, which is deeply rooted in ancient cultures, has gained scientific recognition and is used in modern wellness practices.
A sound bath is a deeply immersive, full body listening experience that intentionally uses sound to invite gentle yet powerful, therapeutic and restorative processes to nurture your mind and body. Growing research suggests that when used in a directed way, sound can help us reduce stress and promote our own healing. Register today to explore a new avenue to cultivating a healthy and harmonious mind.
Sign up ahead of time to participate in the offered sessions below located in Modesto A. Maidique's Green Library, room 320:
- Thursday, July 11 at 12 p.m.
- Thursday, July 25 at 5 p.m.
Questions? Contact the Office of Employee Assistance at (305) 348-2469.
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The Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine is happy to provide our workforce with primary care services for your healthcare needs.
Dr. Aymara Fernandez de la Vara, the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine's newest full-time physician, brings a wealth of experience and expertise in primary care and internal medicine. Schedule an appointment to receive personalized, compassionate care tailored to your health needs.
Be sure to take advantage of this FIU perk and contact your insurance provider beforehand to find out about your coverage eligibility.
Questions? Contact FIU Health at (305) 348-3627.
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We know how much you love 8th Street Campus Kitchen and although the location will be closed for most of summer A, there are select days you will be welcomed to visit and enjoy your favorite meals.
8th Street Campus Kitchen will be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the dates below:
- Tuesday, June 4
- Wednesday, June 5
- Tuesday, June 11
- Wednesday, June 13
For additional information on hours of operation, check out the shopFIU dining site.
Have a great summer, Panthers!
Questions? Contact shopFIU at (305) 348-2187.
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Vicky Café is thrilled to announce they will remain open for the summer semester!
Swing by Monday through Friday from
8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for your daily cafecito fix!
Questions? Contact shopFIU at (305) 348-2187.
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At shopFIU, commitment to service excellence revolves around prioritizing customer satisfaction. That's why we value your feedback!
Take a moment and complete the shopFIU Tracker survey. Your feedback will assist us in gaining a deeper understanding of your preferences for campus offerings and how we can enhance your overall campus experience.
Faculty and staff who complete the survey will be entered into a chance drawing to win a wireless printer!
Questions? Contact shopFIU at 305-348-2187.
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Knowledge of Financial Education (KOFE) is delighted to be back with more chance drawings and financial counseling resources for faculty and staff.
To join the fun, visit FIU KOFE, and log in with your FIU credentials to participate in the following complimentary activities:
- Online Monthly Scavenger Hunt Series: Answer this month's scavenger hunt question! Those who participate and submit the correct answer will be entered into a chance drawing.
- Upcoming Webinars: Register to attend upcoming webinars that cover essential topics in finance and health.
We are also excited to announce the winner of last month's scavenger hunt. Thank you to all who participated. Stay tuned for more chances to win!
Questions? Contact Benefits Administration at (305) 348-2181.
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Be sure to review these important benefits updates and reminders:
- Address Review Reminder
- 9-Month Faculty: Deferred Earning Program (DEP) Enrollment Period | 2024-2025 Academic Year
- Disaster Preparedness Tax Holiday | June 1 - June 14, 2024
Questions? Contact Benefits Administration at (305) 348-2181.
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Check out these savings from our Perks Program:
- KinderCare Learning Centers
- BJ's Wholesale Club
- Perez Art Museum Miami
- Spot Pet Insurance
- Adrienne Arsht Center
- YouFit
Questions? Contact Benefits Administration at (305) 348-2181.
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