Last week, FIU President Kenneth A. Jessell hosted a reception at the Reagan House honoring alumni Michael Vidal and celebrating a significant gift to CasaCuba at Florida International University at the Benjamín León Jr. Building from his daughter Tina Vidal-Duart, an FIU Foundation Board member and her husband Carlos Duart, an FIU Board of Trustees member. We appreciate the contributions of alumni Michael, Tina, Carlos, and the entire Vidal-Duart family to FIU.
FIU Foundation
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Supporting the mission of FIU and its students through philanthropic growth. 501(c)3 registered organization.
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The Florida International University (FIU) Foundation is devoted to advancing FIU’s progress as one of the nation’s top 50 public universities by generating support for student success, groundbreaking/cutting-edge state-of-the-art research, and public service to benefit the local and global communities. Established in 1969, the Foundation connects donors with FIU's colleges and schools as well as programs, students, faculty, and other meaningful opportunities that match their interests. The Foundation is a nonprofit corporation governed by a board of directors, whose members play a significant role in the development of FIU as a major educational, cultural, and economic resource. The accomplished fundraisers and other professionals at the Foundation engage with alumni and friends, corporations, and foundations to enable them to invest in FIU and to steward their gifts to ensure optimal impact. The Foundation is registered by the State of Florida as a charitable organization and is approved by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service as a tax exempt 501(c)(3) organization.
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https://give.fiu.edu/
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Daphne Gurri Matute, founder of GURRIMATUTE architectural firm, and the creative mind behind the Dan and Trish Bell Chapel, is honored to be recognized by FEFPA for her outstanding design. Join us in realizing our vision and learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/4bpykgB
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What and amazing donation and partnership between Florida International University and New York Botanical Garden. Who doesn't love tropical plants? #Preeminent #CASE #FIUResearch
A $500,000 anonymous donation will support FIU's partnership with the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) to train Ph.D. students in tropical plant sciences. The initiative will provide fellowships, training, and mentorship at FIU's International Center for Tropical Botany (ICTB) and NYBG. Read more: https://ow.ly/PvJt50SIjXw
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🦈 CNN shines the spotlight on FIU College of Arts, Sciences & Education, taking a close look at its cutting-edge shark conservation work. Ready to dive in? Learn how you can make a difference today: https://bit.ly/3W4FBx5 #FIUResearch #Impact #Conservation
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Florida International University is the youngest university to be designated a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors! This designation affirms FIU’s status as a transformative leader in academia and a research powerhouse on the state and national stage. It also gives us additional resources to continue to grow and impact our community. Read more: https://bit.ly/3L1uVsT
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Senior Vice President of University Advancement/CEO of the Foundation, Florida International University
We had a wonderful evening earlier this month at the FIU Alumni and Friends Reception in NYC. Thank you to over 400 amazing alumni for filling the room with #PantherPride. So nice to connect with our alumni and friends from the greater New York region. Cheers and Paws Up to all! https://lnkd.in/eUvKay8y
Big Apple, Big Panther pride! 🐾 Our FIU Alumni and Friends Reception was a fantastic celebration of our Panthers. Special thanks to FIU President Dr. Kenneth A. Jessell, FIU Foundation CEO Kenneth C. Hall, FIU Alumni Board President Sean Gazitua, and Lead NYC volunteer Cedric Bess for hosting an evening of connections and reconnections that strengthen our FIU community! Your time, talent, treasure, and commitment to our FIU is vital. Learn more about how you can stay involved with our dynamic and strong FIU community at the link below 👇 https://bit.ly/3VPPsXp
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We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Harvey Chaplin '08, a self-made entrepreneur who transformed a small spirits and wine distributorship into the multibillion-dollar national business Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits. Dr. Chaplin's legacy lives on through the countless students and professionals who benefit from the educational foundation he helped create. Thank you, Dr. Chaplin, for always believing in Florida International University and the FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management.
The faculty, students, and alumni of the Chaplin School mourn the passing of Southern Glazer’s beloved Founder and Chairman, Dr. Harvey Chaplin ‘08. Harvey was a visionary leader, a pioneer in the wine and spirits industry, and a cherished member of our community. We are honored to bear the name of such an icon in our field. Dr. Chaplin will be deeply missed, and his legacy will live on through the countless lives he has impacted. We extend our deepest condolences to Harvey’s son, Mr. Wayne Chaplin, his grandson Ryan Jove MS ‘13, and the entire Chaplin and SGWS family. Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits Florida International University
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🌊 Exciting News for FIU’s Aquarius Reef Base! 🌊 The Florida Keys, Biscayne Bay and Ten Thousand Islands have been designated as a Hope Spot by Mission Blue / Sylvia Earle Alliance. This area stands on the front line of climate change and is home to the iconic Florida’s Coral Reef, mangroves, and one of the largest seagrass meadows in the world. It’s also home to Florida International University Aquarius, the world’s only underwater research lab. The FIU team is dedicated to protecting and restoring these ecosystems -- comprised of wildlife, seagrass, coral, ecology, water quality and technology experts devoted to our oceans. Help support FIU’s efforts to safeguard our ocean's future. 🌎✨ 👉 https://lnkd.in/ewJfr-A2 FIU College of Arts, Sciences & Education FIU Institute of Environment Michael Heithaus Mireya Mayor, PhD #HopeSpot #MissionBlue #FloridaKeys #AquariusReefBase #FIU #OceanConservation
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FIU's Wall of Wind has been awarded $4.05 million to advance hurricane and windstorm research! With support from U.S. Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart, this funding will enhance simulations of Category 5 storms, aiding in the development of stronger building codes and improved infrastructure resilience. Read more: https://ow.ly/8iQg50S5APf
Wall of Wind receives $4 million to expand hurricane and windstorm resilience research
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Meet Daphne Gurri Matute, founder of GURRIMATUTE architectural firm, and the Mind Behind the Design of the Dan and Trish Bell Chapel: a multifaith gathering place for spiritual exploration. Join us in realizing our vision and learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/4bpykgB