Who?
Who is the FIU Mascot?
Roary the Panther
Where can a student go to get help with financial aid?
One-Stop
(Located in the SASC Building)
What is the Panther book pack?
The Panther Book Pack is an affordable course materials rental program providing all undergraduate students with their required course materials by the first day of class at a fixed rate of $20 per credit hour.
How do you setup an academic advising appointment?
Login to My FIU> Academic Advising> Panther Success Network> Go to Panther Success Network> Schedule Appointment
(Can use FIU mobile app as well)
How do Incoming students get credits counted for AP classes ?
Send scores from college board to FIU
Who is FIU's main rival?
Florida Atlantic University
Where can you go for help writing your resume and assistance searching for jobs?
Career and Talent Development
What is an "IN" Grade?
Student can be given an "IN" grade in a course (if the professor grants it) to complete the remaining work in a course if there is a serious interruption that is not due to a students negligence. Students are given 2 semesters to makeup the work and receive grade. if work is not completed, the grade turns into an âFâ
How do you access your Panther Degree Audit?
My FIU > Academic Advising > Degree Audit> Panther Degree Audit
What are the university's official colors?
Blue and Gold
Who is the owner of our football stadium?
Pitbull (Mr. Worldwide)
Where can a student go for mental health services?
Counseling and Psychological Services
(CAPS)
What is Grade forgiveness?
Grade forgiveness allows students to retake up to 3 courses for a higher grade. This can help improve your FIU GPA.
The grade earned in the course needs to be a "D" or "F".
How many Global Learning courses do you need to take at FIU for graduation?
2
What is the FIU football stadium called?
Pitbull Stadium
An Academic Advisor
Where should a student go when craving an all-you-can-eat type restaurant on campus?
8th Street Campus Kitchen
What is a "DR" Grade?
Students are financially liable for the course after the Add/Drop period (first week of classes). Course will count towards Excess Credit. Course will not affect GPA.
How many FIU campuses are there?
There are 4 FIU campuses
Modesto Maidique
Biscayne Bay
Engineering Center
I-75
Which program at FIU offers a free massage to students?
The healthy living program.
The following Health Coaching services are available by appointment:
The following Alternative Therapy services are also available:
Who is the President of FIU?
Dr. Kenneth A. Jessell
Where can you go on campus if you are student in need of food to get non-perishable food items?
Student food pantry.
GC 319
What is Excess credit?
The Excess credit hour surcharge (set by the Florida Legislature Section 1009.286) requires FIU and other Florida state universities to add a fee on each attempted credit hour that exceeds the total number of credit hours required to complete your degree.
How many credits is a minor typically worth?
15 credits. Although some minors may be a bit more or less.
What is the Panther2Panther Mentor Collective?
Panther2Panther Mentor Collective enhances the student experience by linking them one-on-one with a student mentor. Students are paired with someone invested in their success.
You may also apply to become a mentor to students