Jumpstart your foundational leadership skills with The Leadership Essentials Program: Pathways to Leadership, taking place Monday, April 25 to Tuesday, April 26.

Participants of this 2-day virtual program will be provided with tips on how to enhance their pathway to leadership, which can be achieved through a deeper understanding of self. They will also learn how to leverage networks, develop resilience through mindfulness, and effectively communicate with others.

Be sure to take advantage of the discounted registration fee of $395 for faculty and staff!

Learn more and register at lead.fiu.edu/pathways.

Questions? Contact the Center for Leadership at 305-348-5323.
The FIU Women in Student Affairs (WISA) Circle, along with the FIU Higher Education Student Association, invites you to attend Pearls of Wisdom on Thursday, April 7 from 12 - 1 p.m. in GC 316 (MMC) or virtually, via Zoom.

The Pearls of Wisdom event will focus on “Creating & Cultivating Mentorships” between graduate students and administrative/professional staff to continue molding future professionals.

Guest speaker, Cristina Luna, Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Greek Life from the University of Miami, will share some great wisdom.

To join virtually, visit go.fiu.edu/HESAGBMS. Attendees will receive professional development credit.

Questions? Contact WISA at (305) 348-4026.
Take some time to unjudge someone! Join the Human Library on Friday, April 8 from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and experience a library of people.

“Readers” can borrow human beings serving as open books and have candid conversations with them regarding their beliefs, disabilities, experiences with discrimination, prejudice, and other topics.

To register, RSVP no later than Wednesday, April 6 by visiting go.fiu.edu/thehumanlibrary.

Questions? Contact the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at (305) 348-7762.
The Office of Employee Assistance (OEA) invites you to attend one of three upcoming Art of Embracing All of You - Part 2 sessions.

Participants will be offered practical strategies to enrich the self-relationship through love, acceptance, and compassion. Macro and micro self-care practices will also be discussed.

To register, find your preferred date below:

We also recommend enrolling in The Art of Embracing All of You - Part 1. It is not a pre-requisite, but might prove valuable as a foundation for Part 2.

Questions? Contact OEA at (305) 348-2469.
Stay up-to-date with these important benefits and reminders:

  • Retirement Educational Workshop Monthly Series
  • State Group Insurance Webinar Series
  • Flexible Spending Account Deadlines

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:

  • Avis
  • Cao Chocolates
  • Zoo Miami
  • Adrienne Arsht Center

Questions? Contact Benefits Administration at 305-348-2181.
Head over to the DM patio (MMC) on Tuesday, April 5 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and celebrate Spring Fling with us!

This fun event will feature our weekly offering of Food Truck Tuesday, along with a mini-marketplace and a cool Aeropostale/Cheetos experience!

You'll also have an opportunity to engage with other campus services to stock up on free goodies and giveaways.

Questions? Contact shopFIU at (305) 348-7247.
Check out the FIU Calendar for a list of upcoming university events, such as:


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.
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