The deadline to submit nominations for the FIU Recognition Awards has been extended to this Sunday, February 13 at 11:59 p.m.

We are counting on you to help us recognize the achievements of our stellar faculty and staff who continue to make a REAL impact on this incredible institution. Take advantage of this extended opportunity and nominate a peer today!

Before submitting your nomination, be sure to review all award categories and writing tips by visiting the nominations site. Don't forget to use the template to submit a well-developed nomination.

Questions? Contact HR Relations at 305-348-0101.
Are you currently pursuing a degree while using the FIU tuition waiver? If so, apply today for the Berta D. Villares Book Scholarship. You may be eligible for a one-time cash award!

For scholarship information, criteria, and application links, please make sure to visit the Division of Human Resources (HR) scholarship page on our website.

Applications are due Monday, February 28 at 11:59 p.m.

Questions? Contact HR Relations at 305-348-0101.
We hope we can count on you to make a difference in the lives of our students who are in greastest need. During the month of February the TLC Brigade is hosting a Student Food Pantry drive to collect basic dietary essentials for over 150 students.

Items for this drive may be dropped off at HR during the month of February:

Monday - Friday | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Modesto A. Maidique Campus - PC 224
Biscayne Bay Campus - HL 320 

Take it a step further and register for the fun Decorated Donation Box Competition!

Questions? Contact HR Relations at 305-348-0101.
FIU’s Office of Financial Wellness, shopFIU and Wells Fargo are kicking off a financial wellness workshop series called "Money Talks" starting this Wednesday, February 9.

The series will offer key financial wellness topics which include budgeting and savings, credit, identity theft, investing, and first time home-buying.

The workshops are free and take place Wednesdays at 5 p.m. Visit the shopFIU website for more information on session content and to register.

Questions? Contact shopFIU at 305-348-7247.
Stay up-to-date with these important benefits and upcoming workshops:

  • FIU Retirement Educational Workshop Monthly Series
  • State Employee Adoptions Benefits
  • Sick Leave Pool Annual Open Enrollment

Questions? Contact Benefits Administration at 305-348-2181.
Take advantage of these savings! Check out our perks program, featuring new discounts and promotions that include:

  • TRI-RAIL
  • T-Mobile
  • University Credit Union
  • Tickets At Work

Questions? Contact Benefits Administration at 305-348-2181
Register for the CUPA-HR 21-Day Equity Habit Building Challenge: Less Talk, More Action and get inspired to identify actions to create a more diverse, equitable and inclusive campus culture.

By joining, you'll have access to these weekly resources:
  • Useful readings
  • Questions to get you thinking about which ideas to implement on campus
  • Virtual Town Halls highlighting institutions that have made meaningful strides to promote and sustain equality, an inclusive workplace culture and a sense of belonging

Be sure to check out the virtual Town Hall that will take place on Thursday, February 17, from 1-2 p.m. as it will be hosted by our HR team, featuring El pagnier K. Hudson, Senior Vice President for HR and Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).

Questions? Contact Laura Lopez Ramos at 305-348-7762.
DEI is building a collage of the many FIU faces that make up our university community. We are seeking faculty and staff headshots for the design.

Join us in showing your inner Panther by providing your Panther ID to use your OneCard picture or uploading your own headshot. The deadline to complete the participation form is Friday, February 18.

Questions? Contact DEI at 305-348-6088.
DEI is hosting a Diversity Reading Group on the book Race Talk and the Conspiracy of Silence. This group is designed to bring together faculty and staff from across the university; expand participants’ awareness and appreciation of diversity; promote open and extended discussion of diversity issues; and enhance the feeling of community.

Group #1: (Thursdays) March 10, 17, 24, and 31 | 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Group #2: (Mondays) April 11, 18, 25 and May 2 | 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Participants will be provided with a complimentary copy of the book. Be sure to sign up by Friday, February 18.

Questions? Contact DEI at 305-348-6088.
Make sure to check out the FIU Calendar for a list of interesting university happenings.

Here are a few notable upcoming events:

Have a virtual event you'd like to share? Make sure you fill out the event submission form for your event to be featured on the FIU Calendar.

Questions? Contact calendar@fiu.edu.
To provide feedback on this newsletter, please email hrrel@fiu.edu.
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