Jeanette Nuñez Officially Sworn in as Florida International University’s Seventh President

Jeanette Nuñez Officially Sworn in as Florida International University’s Seventh President

Adrian Morgade
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June 5, 2025
Former Florida Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez has been officially sworn in as Florida International University’s seventh president. She had previously served as interim president after Kenneth A. Jessell’s contract expired. In response to her appointment, Nuñez posted on social media. “I am humbled by the trust that has been placed in me by the FIU […]
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JUICE?—5.15.2025—FSU Shooting: Hero Cop, Jammed Gun, Indictment—Miami-Dade Politics—Gimenez—Much More...

JUICE?—5.15.2025—FSU Shooting: Hero Cop, Jammed Gun, Indictment—Miami-Dade Politics—Gimenez—Much More...

Javier Manjarres
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May 15, 2025
Hero Cop, Jammed Gun Saved Lives During FSU Shooting, Indictment Reveals 3 minutes and 3 seconds. That's how long it took for a deranged gunman to murder 2 and wound 5 others at Florida State University (FSU) on April 17, 2025.... READ MORE     Rick Scott: We cannot put American tax dollars or Americans’ safety […]
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Florida International University Setting Tone in Science and Health Innovation, Cancer Research

Florida International University Setting Tone in Science and Health Innovation, Cancer Research

Michael Costeines
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May 15, 2025
Florida International University is helping children with congenital upper limb deficiencies better manage everyday tasks and enjoy physical activities. Amanda Thomas, a clinical assistant professor in the Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Florida International University (FIU), helped start an exercise program incorporating the use of a body-powered 3D-printed prosthetic hand. Thomas, […]
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Jeanette Nunez Named Sole Finalist for FIU Presidency

Jeanette Nunez Named Sole Finalist for FIU Presidency

Michael Costeines
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May 9, 2025
Interim Florida International University (FIU) President Jeanette Nunez is in line to become the school's seventh president, the school announced on Thursday. "I’m honored and humbled to move forward in the FIU presidential search process. Thank you to Chair Carlos Duart and the Presidential Search Committee for the opportunity to interview and share my vision […]
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Plan Would Abolish Lieutenant Governor, Start Efficiency Position

Plan Would Abolish Lieutenant Governor, Start Efficiency Position

Michael Costeines
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March 3, 2025
Reps. Tyler Sirois (R-Merritt Island) and John Snyder (R-Stuart) recently filed a joint resolution to alter the shape of state government by eliminating the office of lieutenant governor and establishing a Cabinet-level position centered on government efficiency. Tyler Sirois' and John Snyder's resolution, HJR 1325, would remove the constitutional provision requiring the office of lieutenant […]
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New FIU President Jeanette Nunez Vows to Continue Effort to Stomp Out DEI, Antisemitism

New FIU President Jeanette Nunez Vows to Continue Effort to Stomp Out DEI, Antisemitism

Michael Costeines
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March 3, 2025
As Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is erased out of Washington through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), new Florida International President (FIU) Jeanette Nuñez is vowing to continue to eradicate the practice in her new role at the school. "That's something that's been an ongoing focus for the university even before I got here. […]
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Jeanette Nunez Reappointed to Chair of Space Board Florida

Jeanette Nunez Reappointed to Chair of Space Board Florida

Michael Costeines
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February 19, 2025
Jeanette Nunez was reappointed as Chair of the Space Board Florida Board of Directors by Gov. Ron DeSantis, according to a release. Jeanette Nunez officially served as Ron DeSantis' Lieutenant Governor of Florida from 2019 until this past Sunday. Nunez resigned from her position after being named the interim President of Florida International University (FIU) earlier this […]
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Jeanette Nuñez Selected as President of FIU

Jeanette Nuñez Selected as President of FIU

Javier Manjarres
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February 7, 2025
Lt. Governor Jeanette Nuñez has been selected to be the interim President of Florida International University (FIU), a move The Floridian first reported as being "imminent" after it was reported that she was on the very short list for the job. "One source close to the Executive Office in Tallahassee and two sources within the […]
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JUICE?—1.31.2024—DeSantis to Appoint Nuñez President of FIU—2026 Republican Gubernatorial Primary Race Launches—Much More..

JUICE?—1.31.2024—DeSantis to Appoint Nuñez President of FIU—2026 Republican Gubernatorial Primary Race Launches—Much More..

Javier Manjarres
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January 31, 2025
DeSantis Appointment of Nuñez to be President of FIU Appears "Imminent" It appears that Gov. Ron DeSantis will appoint Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez as the next president of Florida International University (FIU). One source close to the Executive Office in Tallahassee... READ MORE 2026 Republican Gubernatorial Race Just Began Florida Republicans hoping to run for governor next […]
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Governor DeSantis Presses FIU to Appoint Lt. Governor Nuñez?

Governor DeSantis Presses FIU to Appoint Lt. Governor Nuñez?

Javier Manjarres
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January 31, 2025
It appears that Gov. Ron DeSantis is pushing hard for Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez as the next president of Florida International University (FIU). One source close to the Executive Office in Tallahassee and two sources within the university told The Floridian that Lt. Gov. Nuñez's selection "is imminent." The ultimate decision to pick the president […]
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FIU Director Pens 'America-First Sanctions Policy' for Venezuela

FIU Director Pens 'America-First Sanctions Policy' for Venezuela

Daniel Molina
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December 19, 2024
Whereas the first Trump Administration sought a “Maximum Pressure” approach with sweeping sanctions, Fonseca proposes that the incoming Trump Administration should enact an “America-first sanctions policy.”
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FIU Panel Explores Venezuela's Political and Economic Landscape

FIU Panel Explores Venezuela's Political and Economic Landscape

Daniel Molina
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December 12, 2024
Titled “Venezuela at a Crossroads: Will Maduro Step Down? Will Gonzalez Urrutia be sworn in? Scenarios for 2025,” the panel of specialists discussed what lies ahead as both the United States and Venezuela prepare to navigate political obstacles.
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FIU Panel Explores Trump's Policy Toward Venezuela

FIU Panel Explores Trump's Policy Toward Venezuela

Daniel Molina
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November 21, 2024
With President Donald Trump (R) winning the November election, the second panel hosted this week questions how the new administration would approach U.S.-Venezuela relations.
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Study: University of Miami third-best, FIU eighth among top universities in Florida

Study: University of Miami third-best, FIU eighth among top universities in Florida

Michael Costeines
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October 14, 2024
MIAMI - The University of Miami and Florida Interntional University ranked third and eighth respectively among best colleges and universities in Florida, according to a study released by WalletHub. For their findings, WalletHub analyzed more than 800 schools in America across 30 key measures, including student selectivity, cost & financing and career outcomes. Specifically, the […]
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Report: FIU surges inside top 50 among public universities, 98th overall

Report: FIU surges inside top 50 among public universities, 98th overall

Michael Costeines
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September 24, 2024
MIAMI - Florida International University is the 46th-best public university and 98th-best school overall in the United States, according to rankings released by U.S. News and World Report. "Today Miami-Dade joined a select group of U.S. metropolitan areas with more than one Top 100 national university," FIU President Kenneth A. Jessell said in a release. […]
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Balart Secures Major Funding for South Florida Projects in New Appropriations Bill

Balart Secures Major Funding for South Florida Projects in New Appropriations Bill

Mateo Guillamont
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March 7, 2024
US Representative Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) commended the House of Representatives’ recent passage of an appropriations bill that averted a government shutdown.  The bill passed 339-85, with most “no” votes coming from Republicans (83). Representative Balart lauded the legislation’s spending cuts.  “This legislation marks a departure from partisan, wasteful spending habits that have plagued our appropriations […]
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Salazar Secures Funding for Small Businesses Alongside FIU

Salazar Secures Funding for Small Businesses Alongside FIU

Jackson Bakich
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December 19, 2023
Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) announced the launch of the Business Growth and Acceleration Program (BizGap) alongside Florida International University (FIU). Rep. Salazar, a member of the Small Business Committee, was able to secure $650,000 to “create jobs and grow small businesses in District 27” according to her press release. Through the funding of the […]
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FIU Poll: U.S Hispanics Consider themselves Moderate, Dislike ‘LatinX’ Label

FIU Poll: U.S Hispanics Consider themselves Moderate, Dislike ‘LatinX’ Label

Javier Manjarres
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December 14, 2023
It’s official: Hispanics in the U.S. continue to refuse to refer to themselves as LatinX. Nearly 80% refer to themselves as Hispanics versus 1.3% as LatinX, revealed Florida International University’s (FIU) Annual Hispanic Public Opinion Survey unveiled this Wednesday. Are Hispanics Mostly Democrat or Republican? While most Hispanics remain registered Democrats, support for the party […]
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