FIU in Washington, D.C.

Earlier this month, the FIU Steven J. Green School of International and Public's Center for the Administration of Justice met in D.C. to discuss new ways to battle corruption in Latin America.

Key speakers from the U.S. Department of State, USAID - US Agency for International Development, SciVortex Corp. and others emphasized the importance of the CAJ's current initiatives in working with and identifying .

For further reading and to hear from diverse perspectives, check out the recent Florida International University News article here: https://news.fiu.edu/2024/fiu-convenes-national-dialogue-on-corruption-in-latin-america

to everyone who joined us for this national dialogue!

Last Monday, USAID - US Agency for International Development celebrated the beginning of , which included words from Administrator Samantha Power on Hispanic-serving colleges and universities – including Florida International University!

“We have expanded ongoing efforts to build partnerships with Hispanic-serving colleges and universities in the United States, including Florida International University (the largest Hispanic-Serving Institution of higher education in the country)," said
Power.

As one of FIU's oldest partnerships, USAID has helped match students and researchers in positions to create a national impact for decades. Join us and USAID in continuing to celebrate !

Read the entire statement here: https://usaid.gov/news-information/press-releases/sep-16-2024-celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month-and-pioneers-change

📸: Samantha Power’s visit to FIU’s Wall of Wind earlier this year.

HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

Students: are you passionate about , , or ?

We’re looking for applicants for our Climate Technology Fall Fly-In in Washington, D.C., from October 28-30, 2024.

You’ll develop advocacy and communications skills, be exposed to and , and have exclusive access to meet with Florida International University’s national partners.

FIU is recognized globally for our work on . The and the new South Florida ClimateReady play key roles in our mission to develop for our communities. We're also advancing sustainable construction with 3-D printing and collaborating with partners like the National Science Foundation (NSF) and FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency on a Full-Scale Testing Center for hurricane simulations.

Join us in shaping the future of environmental resilience and global restoration efforts by signing up today! The deadline to register is September 27, 2024. Click this link to register: https://webforms.fiu.edu/view.php?id=4898003

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We’re collaborating with the Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy and the FIU Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs for a unique student experience – a hands-on semester in Washington, D.C.!

You’ll develop academic, professional, and practical skills in , , and in the nation’s capital. This opportunity is exclusive to undergraduates enrolled in the Green School, and will allow students to utilize Florida International University's extensive D.C.-based alumni network.

Interested? Attend the information session on Mon., Sept. 23, 10 am in SIPA II, Rm. 301, and register for the session here: https://mailchi.mp/fiu/annual-mahvra-nirva-lecture-6413990

Last week, FIU convened with and leaders in Washington, D.C. to explore opportunities for integrating industry and university .

Guests included ’s Dr. Liu and ’s Dr. Arvan. closed the event on the rooftop, saying, “Education and transportation have to come together as we move forward to help the next generation.”

Check out the .news coverage on their YouTube for in-depth interviews and more information!

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Last week, Florida International University convened with Florida A&M University and CSX leaders in Washington, D.C. to explore opportunities for integrating industry and university .

Guests included the FIU Knight Foundation School of Computing's Dr. Liu and FIU College of Engineering and Computing's Dr. Arvan. Congresswoman Frederica Wilson closed the event on the rooftop, saying, “Education and transportation have to come together as we move forward to help the next generation.”

Check out the Caplin News coverage for more: https://lnkd.in/epzNV4rS

Last week, FIU Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs' Ph.D candidate Adam Ratzlaff authored a new publication as a part of Florida International University's critical partnership with the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM).

The article analyzes China's growing influence on sectors in the Americas. Check it out here: https://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/jgi_research/66/

This academic partnership with SOUTHCOM enables Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy and FIU Kimberly Green Latin American and Caribbean Center students to provide guidance and research for U.S. military behavior in Latin America.

The New Silk Road in Science: China's Science Diplomacy in the Americas As U.S. policymakers’ concerns over Chinese influence in the Americas continue to grow, one area that deserves particular attention is Chinese engagement in science and technology. While it is sometimes considered outside the scope of traditional diplomacy, science and technology are increasingly ...

This week, FIU College of Engineering and Computing's Raja Bowen flew to D.C. to discuss university-corporate on transportation with CSX, Florida A&M University, and Florida International University.

Bowen also met with Congresswoman Frederica Wilson, students from the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project, and attended the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's .

Watch him share his thoughts below, and join us in congratulating him on a successful DC fly-in!

At Florida International University, we're part of a powerful network of 600 HSIs that support 65% of all undergraduates across the nation, including the 32 HSIs located in .

Join us in continuing to celebrate !

As we reflect on September 11, we’re recognizing ’s efforts to meet the needs of the 9/11 first responder community in South Florida.

Thanks to the leadership of , , and , we’re proud to honor our heroes and to support their strength and resiliency.

Learn more in the FIU News article on our website, and check out the video on how we’re advocating for federal support on these initiatives.

As we reflect on September 11, we’re recognizing FIU Robert Stempel College of Public Health & Social Work’s efforts to meet the needs of the 9/11 first responder community in South Florida.

Thanks to the leadership of CDC, National Institutes of Health (NIH), and NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, we’re proud to honor our heroes and to support their strength and resiliency.

Learn more in the FIU News article below, and check out the video on how we’re advocating for federal support: https://news.fiu.edu/2024/caring-for-the-aging-population-of-911-responders

Caring for the aging population of 9/11 responders As a growing number of those who served in the wake of the World Trade Center attack move to Florida, FIU researchers look to address their ongoing needs. Attend a campus vigil Wednesday morning.

During , we’re proud to be one of the largest hispanic-serving universities in the nation, ranked as a top 3 public university by Washington Monthly!

We’re committed to our position as the largest producer of STEM degrees to historically underrepresented minorities, thanks to major educational grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

🐆 Attention Florida International University students! 🐆

Ready to make a national impact in Washington, D.C.?

Students from all majors and backgrounds are invited to any of our new opportunities that can help you kickstart your career in the nation’s capital.

Your path to success begins with our on-campus opportunities, including our virtual micro-credential course and a new paid position as a university research advocate!

You’ll tour our campus labs and meet with national stakeholders in Miami, learning about our top federal funding priorities from challenges to .

To prepare for a future semester in DC, students can also immerse themselves in one of the fly-in seminar experiences, or tune into our Talent Lab events, hosted by our premiere student interns!

FIU in DC’s Talent Lab can connect interested FIU students with internships at federal institutions, congressional offices, and private organizations in Washington. Openings to participate in our programming begin this fall semester, so sign up now in advance of your own future semester-long internship from the 305 to the 202! 🏛️

Interested in the next step of your career?

Check out our article in FIU News for further reading and links to register: https://news.fiu.edu/2024/students-interested-in-washington-d.c-fiu-can-get-you-there

FIU continues to celebrate our collaboration with Pitbull, featured last week on NPR. Dalé!

How Pitbull got his name on a college football stadium : The Indicator from Planet Money Recently, singer/rapper/entrepreneur Pitbull agreed to pay $6 million to Florida International University for the naming rights to its football stadium ... an unusual move for both parties: a musician paying for their name on a stadium, and for a college to name their stadium after a musician. How d...

On Friday, our Florida International University interns started their semester off strong by learning presidential lessons from the George Washington Leadership Institute at George Washington's Mount Vernon.

Guest speakers provided our interns with essential tools for their semester in Washington, D.C., from smart networking to making decisions under pressure like our first President. Representing FIU, the Fall 2024 and friends from Capitol Hill discussed career insights and techniques on navigating D.C. for the first time.

Following the orientation, our team discovered the historical context of the site through guided conversations around the property. Thank you to our hosts and guest speakers for cultivating important conversations to make us !

in 1989, FIU Alumna and Congresswoman Ileana made history by becoming the first Woman elected to serve in the House of Representatives.

Following the snap election, she continued to break barriers in her nearly 30 years in Congress, ultimately serving as Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee.

Throughout her nearly 30 years in Congress, she championed education, the environment, supported veterans, and advanced infrastructure initiatives, also reflecting ’s main priorities. Her journey exemplifies the and the power of diverse representation in government. She now also serves as Chairwoman of - a very important partner to .

Today, we celebrate her legacy, enduring impact, and the barriers she broke for future generations. Thank you, Congresswoman!

🗓️ Mark your calendars! ⚽️

Next week, heads to Washington, D.C. for their matchup against Georgetown!

The matchup will take place at 1pm on September 2nd. Be sure to grab your tickets online! Good luck, Panthers! 🐆

🗓️Mark your calendars! ⚽️

Next week, FIU Men's Soccer heads to Washington, D.C. for their matchup against Georgetown Men's Soccer!

The matchup will take place at 1pm on September 2nd. Good luck, Panthers! 🐆

You can buy tickets with this link: https://am.ticketmaster.com/guhoyas/buytickets

See you there!

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Exciting news out of D.C. this morning! Earlier today, released their 2024 National University Rankings, making FIU the highest-ranked university in Florida. 🎓

This achievement affirms how we are fulfilling our mission, advancing science, and making the world a better place right along with elite institutions such as , , and . 🐆





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in 1992, made landfall in South Florida. Shortly thereafter, students at Mays Middle School worked with artists to create a 48-foot mural of their experience to “give a face to the faceless storm.”

The ‘Love Can Build Anything’ mural was quickly used as a backdrop for a Presidential Town Meeting in Homestead, FL, where President Bill Clinton and then-First Lady Hillary Clinton spoke to the public and signed the mural live on TV to signify a commitment to volunteerism.

Today, part of the mural stands on display in FIU in Washington, D.C.’s office as a testament to the resilience of South Florida. As we reflect on this piece of history, we are reminded of the enduring impact that collective action and compassion can have in rebuilding and strengthening our communities.

32 years after , Florida International University stands as the global leader in hurricane research, resilience, and safety, pioneering innovations that protect lives and strengthen communities.

The International Hurricane Research Center, home to the original Wall of Wind, was established using funds from the We Will Rebuild Foundation in the direct aftermath of Andrew. Since then, FIU Extreme Events Institute has remained fully committed to developing solutions and forging partnerships to keep South Florida ready and resilient.

This year, FIU achieved groundbreaking milestones for a more secure future. With the support of our congressional representatives and, the Wall of Wind secured over $4 million for facility and research upgrades, and a brand-new ClimateReady Tech Hub was announced, with FIU taking a leading role.

🌟Earlier this month, one of FIU’s Department of Earth and Environment professors, Dr. Assefa Melesse, met with to discuss how science can inform policy in our nation’s capital.

🏛️Dr. Melesse is a member of the National Academies’ 2023-24 Jefferson Science Fellows, and he serves as a Senior Climate and Environment Fellow in the Office of Subnational Diplomacy Unit at the Department of State.

📝As Secretary Blinken wrote on social media, “In this fast-paced world, science and technology are essential components of U.S. foreign policy.” We couldn’t agree more!

Pictured: Dr. Melesse (second from left) with Secretary Blinken and other Jefferson Science Fellows

🌟This week, scientists from achieved $2 million in funding from and !

Led by FIU’s , the researchers will use molecular identification and artificial intelligence to model and disrupt illegal shark, turtle, and ray trade and supply chains. 🦈🔬🔍

Dr. Cardeñosa’s team, in collaboration with and , is one of 10 chosen recipients for the unprecedented award that will enhance wildlife forensics and engage in on-the-ground conservation.

This project will build on his efforts with and strengthen FIU’s commitment to transnational forensic partnerships to create impact on the ground - and the sea. 🌐🤝

It was great to welcome Jody Glassman, Assistant Vice President for Enrollment & University Admissions and Julissa Castellanos, Assistant Vice President for Regional & World Locations to FIU in DC.

Learn more about the South Florida ClimateTech Hub, which was awarded $19M last month by U.S. Department of Commerce U.S. Economic Development Administration to accelerate the region’s leadership in sustainable and resilient infrastructure while scaling up the delivery of critical resilient technologies, also advancing national security.

Florida International University, FIU College of Engineering and Computing, StartUPFIU, FIU Extreme Events Institute was awarded $10M to lead on Infrastructure technologies.

Just last month, Assistant Secretary Alejandra Y. Castillo visited with Miami-Dade County Government, Florida International University and many partners at our Wall of Wind to announce new investments in South Florida. Other partners include the University of Miami, FAU, Miami-Dade College and over 40 others.

The group led by Florida International University will lead Accelerate the readiness and expand deployment of Climate-friendly cement technologies such as those developed by Titan America, FIU’s Ultra High Performance Concrete, and CaptureCrete, developed by Carbon Limit. StartUPFIU will provide services and mentorship to at least 60 infrastructure innovation startups and small businesses. Additionally, our partners will provide expertise and input for improvement of building codes and standards.


Learn More:
https://news.fiu.edu/2024/department-of-commerce-funds-south-florida-climateready-tech-hub

It was great to have hosted the in our FIU center in DC. Please come back for a quick cafecito anytime!

Today we hosted Carlos Sanchez, President of Kentucky in our DC installments. It is always great to interact with alumnus of . Carlos had a cup of cuban coffee with us and shared a little bit of history of See you soon Carlos!

Recently, members of the Florida Congressional delegation secured millions in increased funding for FIU’s research initiatives, particularly on critical climate technologies. 🌍 🏛️

This includes over $8 million in direct earmarks, making FIU the number one school in the state in securing congressional earmarks. 📈

Our Senators and Representatives continue to deliver on behalf of our staff, scientists, and students. Their advocacy for our efforts and for our many research partners allows us to continue our cutting-edge research and development, from the Wall of Wind to the ocean floor in Biscayne Bay. 🌊

We are grateful to the , , , , our Florida delegation, and everyone else for their hard work and support for FIU!



Pictured: Rep. Díaz-Balart at FIU’s Wall of Wind presenting on recently acquired federal funds.