Monday, September 29, 2025

Professional Development

LinkedIn Learning Professional Certificates

Are you looking to boost your skills and stand out in your career?

FIU faculty and staff can access LinkedIn Learning’s Professional Certificates, which provide in-depth, guided programs created with industry leaders like Microsoft, Google, and Meta.

Whether you’re aiming to sharpen your current skillset or explore new opportunities, professional certificates help you close skill gaps with confidence and highlight your accomplishments for the world to see.

Take the next step in your professional development today!

Questions? Contact Talent Management and Development at (305)-348-3206.

Save the Date: Boost Efficiency with Records Management 101

Mark your calendars for an upcoming virtual training for faculty and staff that offers an overview of FIU’s records management policies, along with strategies for proper retention and secure disposal.

• Records Management 101: FIU's Guide to Compliance and Efficiency

Hosted by: Special Collections

Thursday, October 30 at 1 p.m. via Zoom

Seamless Transitions: Understanding the Employee Separation Process Webinar

Employee & Labor Relations (ELR) was happy to host the Understanding the Employee Separation Process webinar, designed to give employees a clear overview of how voluntary separations and internal transfers are managed. The session also highlighted key policies and shared best practices to support smooth and seamless transitions.

Didn’t get a chance to attend? Be sure to watch the session recording and visit the Division of Human Resources website to learn additional details.

Questions? Contact Employee Labor Relations at 305-348-4186.

Wellness Matters

Financial Wellness Workshops with the Office of Scholarships

Take charge of your finances this Fall with a dynamic lineup of free, educational workshops!

Whether you're learning to budget or building credit, there’s something for everyone. All sessions are held virtually and led by expert facilitators from the Financial Wellness Program and partners like Chase Bank.

Check out the list of insightful webinars and register ahead of time to attend!

Questions? Contact the Office of Scholarships at 305-348-5108.

Questions? Contact Benefits Administration at 305-348-2181.

Mindful Mondays Drop-In Sessions

Start off your work week feeling recharged by tuning into virtual Mindful Mondays sessions, taking place every Monday from 12 to 12:30 p.m.!

In short, rejuvenating lunchtime sessions, you'll explore techniques that cultivate presence, awareness, and resilience. 

Each session features a brief introduction, a guided meditation, and Q&A. Whether you're just starting out or have been meditating for years, you'll acquire practical tools to integrate mindfulness into both your work and personal life. We hope to see you there! Register today to participate!

Questions? Contact the Center for the Advancement of Teaching at (305)348-4214.

Benefits Updates

Seasonal Perks & Promotions

Check out the great savings offered to our faculty and staff through the Employee Perks & Services Program:

• Florida Prepaid College Plans
• University Credit Union
• The Wolfsonian - FIU
• Adrienne Arsht Center
• Tickets at Work

For a complete list of employee perks, please visit the FIU’s Employee Perks site.

Benefits Reminders

Keep yourself informed with the latest benefits updates and reminders designed to support you:

• Mark Your Calendars for Open Enrollment Beginning Monday, October 13, 2025, at 8 a.m. and ends on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 6 p.m. ET
• Save the Date: Benefits Fair
• Live Educational Webinars Offered by the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Educational Retirement Webinars Offered by the Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Questions? Contact Benefits Administration at 305-348-2181.

Compliance Matters

Stay informed and up-to date about FIU's policies. Please make sure to familiarize yourself with any policies and policy updates that may impact your work here at FIU!

Visit the Policy Library for more information.

• 1660.210 Faxing Protected Health Information: Steps to Minimize Privacy Risks. This policy provides the policy and procedures that should be followed when sending or receiving facsimile (fax) containing Protected Health Information (PHI) or FIU restricted information.
• 2370.080 Scholarly Research Authorship: This policy sets forth the procedures for dispute resolution and disciplinary action emanating from authorship disputes other than authorship disputes related exclusively to student academic coursework, which generally will be addressed by Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity.

Questions? Contact the University Compliance Office at (305) 348-2216.

Campus Updates

Bark for Life

Join the Relay For Life Student Committee for Bark For Life, a fundraising walk taking place on Saturday, October 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Deuxieme Loop located on the Modesto A. Maidique Campus (MMC).

This spirited event celebrates the special bond between people and their pets while raising support for the American Cancer Society. Highlights include a dog costume contest with prizes, tasty sample treats from Wynwood Dog Co., and a visit from the Miami-Dade Animal Services Adoption Van, where you can meet pups looking for their forever homes!

Register ahead of time to participate!

Questions? Contact the Center For Leadership & Service at (305)348-6995.

Master the Social Media Playbook!

Join the Division of Finance & Administration and Roar Media for the upcoming session of Master the Social Media Playbook, hosted on Wednesday, October 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the College of Business Complex (CBC), room 240.

This session will explore how FIU can leverage organic and paid social media to build community, tell compelling stories, and drive action across diverse programs and departments.

Be sure to register to attend!

Questions? Contact the Division of Business & Finance at (305) 348-3621.

Enjoy 20% Off at Luxury Detailing!

Our friends at Luxury Detailing are excited to offer FIU faculty and staff a 20% discount when you show your FIU One Card. This special promotion is not valid for express services.

Stop by any of their locations in the Gold (PG1), Red (PG3) and Blue (PG2) parking garages during their hours of operation, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Check out their menu for more information on their services and pricing.

Questions? Contact the Office of Business Services at (305) 348-2187.

September is National Preparedness Month!

As September winds down, it's important to remember that the 2025 National Hurricane season is still active.

Here are some tips to help you stay alert and prepared:

• Keep an eye on your emergency supplies and don't wait until the last minute to storm your local stores for essentials.
• Stock up on water, non-perishable foods, batteries, and medications.
• Review your emergency plans and talk through your evacuation routes and communication plans with friends and family.
• Avoid heavily flooded areas and stay away from high-water zones whenever possible.
• Monitor weather alerts to stay informed about storm developments and safety tips.

For more information on emergency preparedness, visit the FIU Department of Emergency Management.

Preparedness applies to your work environment too! Reporting safety concerns helps EH&S proactively address items that could become hazards during major weather events.

Questions? Contact Environmental Health & Safety at (305) 348-2621.

HR News & Updates Feedback

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. FIU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, national origin, marital status, and veteran status in its employment decisions, programs, and activities.  For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu.

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a university event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility (CRCA) at (305) 348-2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to CRCA at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.