January 17, 2023

Nomination submission deadline: Tuesday, January 31 at 11:59 p.m.

With just two weeks left until nominations for the 2023 FIU Recognition Awards close, we encourage you to submit a nomination to formally thank and recognize your colleagues who go above and beyond in elevating our university.

Visit the nomination information site to learn more about the program and to explore this year’s award categories:

As a show of appreciation, nominators and nominees in good standing will be included in a chance drawing for amazing door prizes, including airline tickets!

Questions? Contact Trudy Fernandez, Director, HR Relations & Director, FIU Retiree Association at 305-348-0101.

Take advantage of our bulk shredding service on Thursday, January 19 and Friday, January 20 for Records Management Awareness Day. Faculty and staff may bring personal sensitive, or confidential records for confidential disposition.

This is your opportunity to learn about FIU’s Records Management program while taking advantage of managing your own personal sensitive records. 

Questions? Contact FIU Libraries at 305-348-1377.

Most people want to be successful and happy in life. When it comes to pursuing success and happiness, it is common to assume the same formula: if you work hard, you will become successful, and then you'll be happy. The only problem is that a decade of research has proven that this formula is backwards.

Success does not beget happiness. When we are positive, our brains become more engaged, creative, motivated, energetic, resilient, and productive at work. Register and join the Panther's Thriving Book Club - Spring Reading Group as we read The Happiness Advantage - How a Positive Brain Fuels Success in Work and Life by Dr. Shawn Achor and learn how to be happier together.



All who register before the first session onFriday, February 3, at 12 p.m. will be entered into a chance drawing for a free copy of the book.

Questions? Contact the Office of Employee Assistance (OEA) at 305-348-2469.

Campus dining, retail and service partners are ready to offer you the best campus experience. Be sure to check shopFIU's “open now” page or the FIU Mobile app to see what's available this semester.

Please keep in mind that shopFIU is always open to hearing your feedback while you take the opportunity to explore open locations this spring. Just visit shopFIU Listens.

Questions? Contact shopFIU at 305-348-7247.

We are pleased to share with the university community that after 16 years of dedicated service, Gloria Jacomino will commence her well-deserved retirement at the end of January.

Gloria began her FlU career in March 2006 as the director of Space Utilization and Analysis for the Office of Analysis and Information Management. In August 2015, she took on her current role as director of Space Management for the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Join Gloria on Monday, January 30 from 2 - 6 p.m. at the FIU Fountain, adjacent to the Charles E. Perry Primera Casa (PC) Building steps, for her retirement celebration.

Congratulations, Gloria!

Questions? Contact HR Relations at 305-348-0101.

Do you know anyone preparing for retirement from FIU? If so, we would like to celebrate the occasion!

Submit a Retirement Token of Appreciation and University Announcement form today!

Questions? Contact FIU Retiree Association at 305-348-0101.

Consent to receive Form W-2 Wage and Tax Statement in electronic format in lieu of paper form. Those who consent will be able to review their 2022 form electronically beginning Tuesday, January 17.

For the full notice and more instructions on how to consent, please check out the Payroll & Compensation website.

Questions? Contact the Division of Human Resources at 305-348-2525.

Be sure to review these important benefits and reminders:

• FIU Meltdown Weight-Loss Challenge
• Health Insurance Tax Form 1095-C 
• Shared Savings Program Challenge
• Educational Retirement Webinars
• Free Financial Resources & Upcoming Webinars

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

Check out these savings from our Perks Program:

• KinderCare Learning Centers
• University Credit Union
• Tomedes
• Yolo Boat Rentals South Florida
• Tickets at Work
• PODS

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

Refresh your knowledge of compliance matters and keep up with FIU's policies and procedures. Be sure to read the revised policies 2370.070 Research Misconduct:

• The University bears the primary responsibility for prevention and detection of research misconduct and for the inquiry, investigation, and adjudication of alleged research misconduct. The University must take action necessary to ensure the integrity of research, the rights and interests of research subjects and the public, the protection of sponsor funds from misuse by ensuring the integrity of the research work, the observance of legal requirements or responsibilities and to provide appropriate safeguards for subjects of allegations, as well as complainants.

Questions? Contact Office of University Compliance & Integrity at 305-348-2216.

Be sure to check out the FIU Calendar frequently for a list of upcoming university happenings, such as:

• Hidden Stories of the Holocaust Exhibition
• Peace & Security on the African Continent – A Conversation with His Excellency Martin Kimani
• TTR: Misconceptions of Emotions and How They Affect Our Lives
• XXVI New Music Miami ISCM Festival 2023
• Chiune Sugihara: Visas for Life
• LLK Center Zoom Workshop - Power of the Pen: Women Curating our Own Stories

Want to share a virtual event? Complete an event submission form to be featured on the FIU Calendar.

Questions? Contact [email protected].