Florida International University Parent Guide

Dates & Events

• Academic Calendar - March/April 2010

  Here's a quick look at some upcoming events to note on your calendar for March and April 2010. Visit the Parent & Family Resources Website for links to the complete academic calendar, and other helpful parent information.March 15-20- Spring Break (University Closed)April 19-24- Final week of the semester Read More

• Academic Calendar -November/December 2009

• FIU Homecoming and Parent & Family Weekend Schedule of Events

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Academics

• Small Parent Investment. Big Student Return.

  A student subscription to The Wall Street Journal in print, online and mobile is a small price to pay for a big competitive edge. Read More

• Encourage Your Student to Attend Week of Welcome Events - Open for ALL Students

• Welcome to the Golden Panther Family!

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Health & Safety

• 5 Cs of Flu Prevention

  The novel H1N1 virus is a giant puzzle. Although every day we learn a little more about this virus, there are still many missing pieces. Read More

Managing Finances

• Home for the Holidays: Surviving your College Student's Stay

  Holiday breaks are usually the first extended periods of time that families spend together since saying goodbye at the dorm in the early fall. College students are accustomed to new freedoms and new adult responsibilities, and while coming home can be a relief, it also can lead to new power struggles between parents and their kids. This article addresses common stressful areas and ways to avoid potential conflict – so that the entire family can enjoy time together. Read More

Student Life

• FIU Homecoming: The Tradition Continues…

  Spirit, comedy, the big game and more. Read More

• Off-Campus Housing Service

• Student Involvement = Student Success

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Tips for Parents

• Welcome Parents & Families!

  On behalf of President Mark B. Rosenberg, the faculty, staff, and students of Florida International University, welcome to our community! Read More

• Join the Panther Parents Association Today!

• Now that Orientation is Over…

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Maps, Numbers & Info

• Who Do I Call If...

  Florida International University is one of the largest universities in the United States, with nearly 38,000 students attending both the University Park and Biscayne Bay Campuses for classes each week. Read More

• FIU Modesto A. Maidique Campus Map

• FIU Biscayne Bay Campus Map

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