ON-CAMPUS SERVICES
ACADEMIC ADVISING
advising.fiu.edu | MMC: 305-348-2892 | BBC: 305-919-5754
Each student is assigned an Academic Advisor within their major.
The Advisors provides personal academic advising for incoming
freshmen students all the way through graduation. They also
provide guidance on courses that promote and support academic,
intellectual, personal, and social growth to help students with
their transition to the university. Students can find their assigned
Academic Advisor through the Panther Success Network
under my.fiu.edu.
ATHLETICS
fiusports.com | MMC: 305-348-8392
FIU Athletics has grown tremendously since its inception almost
40 years ago. FIU is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic
Association (NCAA) and Conference USA for 18 men’s and women’s
athletic programs. As an FIU student, you are admitted to all
regular season home events free of charge with your FIU OneCard.
CAREER AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT
career.fiu.edu
MMC: 305-348-2423 | BBC: 305-919-5770 | EC: 305-348-1281
Career and Talent Development is dedicated to helping you
make your career dreams a reality. Through workshops, career
assessments and partnerships with employers in South Florida
and around the globe, the Career and Talent Development team is
committed to helping you get an early start on your career path at
three on-campus locations.
CENTER FOR STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
cse.fiu.edu | MMC: 305-348-3840
A successful first year is critical for academic and developmental
achievement in college. The Center for Student Engagement
supports the transition and retention of new students by
developing programs, events, and opportunities that facilitate your
campus engagement and foster academic success.
DINING
pantherdining.com | MMC: 305-348-0088 | BBC: 305-919-5558
Panther Dining offers a variety of foods and a great selection of
meal plans to make dining convenient, tasty and fun. Meal plans
save up to 40% + 0% sales tax, whether you live on campus or off
campus. You can dine at 8th Street Campus Kitchen and 29 other
restaurants and retail locations at MMC and BBC. You can buy your
meal plan through financial aid at my.fiu.edu or with cash, credit/
debit or six easy payments at the Panther Dining Office in GC
1215 (MMC) or at pantherdining.com.
FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE COURSE
go.fiu.edu/fye | MMC: 305-348-6623
The transition to a university environment is a unique one for
first-time university students. FIU’s First Year Experience course
is designed to facilitate this transition. The course provides
a forum for integrating the FIU experience and for discussing
issues promoting intellectual, personal, academic, social growth
and success as a member of the University community. It also
introduces students to University policies, procedures, and
services; addresses academic and career choices; and enhances
study and time-management skills. All students entering the
University with fewer than 30 semester hours are required to take
this one-credit course, SLS 1501 First-Year Experience.
FIU ONLINE
online.fiu.edu | MMC: 305-348-3125
FIU’s fully online students benefit from a wealth of support
services, including enrollment coordinators, success coaches, and
academic advisors, all working together to keep you on track from
your first day of class to graduation day. At FIU Online, you’re part
of a vibrant community of students and faculty from around the
world. Earning your degree is a shared experience, and we’re with
you every step of the way.
HOUSING
housing.fiu.edu | MMC: 305-348-4190
Studies show that students who live on campus are more involved
in academic and co-curricular activities, more satisfied with their
overall university experience, and tend to succeed academically at
a higher rate than students who live off campus. At FIU, living on-
campus means you can sleep in and walk to class, and you have
the opportunity to meet a ton of new people and make long-lasting
memories! Apply today at my.fiu.edu > Student Tools > Student
Housing > select your campus between MMC and BBC.
PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION
parking.fiu.edu | MMC: 305-348-3615 | BBC: 305-919-5558
All vehicles parked on campus at a non-metered space are
required to have a valid virtual permit, which is linked to your
vehicle license plate. Please remember, head in parking only. We
offer transportation on and between campuses. To obtain your
permit, view shuttle schedules or obtain additional information,
visit our website or call our Customer Care Center.
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES
studenthealth.fiu.edu | MMC: 305-348-2401 | BBC: 305-919-5620
The mission of FIU’s Student Health Services is to provide
affordable and accessible student-focused medical care and
promote healthy lifestyles through education, mentorship and
research activities. Ambulatory health care centers are located
at both the BBC and MMC to serve your health care needs in a
convenient and student-friendly environment.
VETERAN AND MILITARY AFFAIRS
go.fiu.edu/veterans | MMC: 305-348-2838
FIU’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs is here to assist
Veterans, Active Duty Members, Guard/Reserves, Dependents and
Spouses of the U.S. Armed Forces with educational benefits from
the VA and DoD. We can also provide in state tuition waivers for
those who qualify under Florida law. Visit or contact our office for
further information or assistance.
WELLNESS AND RECREATION CENTERS
go.fiu.edu/recreation | MMC: 305-348-2575 | BBC: 305-919-5678
Panthers can work out their stress, challenge themselves and get
into shape with recreation centers on both campuses. Each facility
features state-of-the-art exercise equipment, group fitness
classes, and individualized personal training. Each campus hosts
intramural sports like dodgeball and soccer, offers Sport Clubs like
Quidditch and Rugby, and BBC features watersports on the bay.
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