Stats and rankings are impressive, but they fail to tell the whole FIU story—the real story. Behind every one of FIU's triumphs are real individuals with real goals and responsibilities, rooted in the realities of what is happening in the world today.
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Kehinde Alawode
Engineering, graduate student, NigeriaKehinde is conducting research to improve hurricane readiness at FIU’s Wall of Wind (WOW), a large-scale hurricane simulator capable of generating 157 mph wind speeds with rain intrusion. WOW’s state-of-the-art testing has led to improved codes and safer buildings.
Amelia Raudales
Honors college, senior, Miami, FLWith the help of StartUp FIU, Amelia, an Honors College Scholar, is working to develop an app that makes charitable giving more convenient across digital platforms.
Binta Olabasi
Economics, NigeriaA recent alumna, Binta, touts the diverse student body that facilitated a global learning experience, helping shape who she is today.
Alex Boylan, host of The College Tour, filming a segment with the FIU mascot and cheer and dance teams outside of the College of Arts, Sciences and Education building.
