42 General Information Graduate Catalog 2013-2014 aids and services to ensure equal access to academic GENERAL INFORMATION programs, services, activities and facilities. Students who feel that they have been harassed or HUMAN RESOURCES discriminated against on the basis of their disability, in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Division of Human Resources provides human the ADA, or other applicable law, may file a formal or resource management services for all employees in the informal complaint under the College’s Harassment Policy academic and administrative areas including student and Procedure, as set forth in the College Handbook. employees, research and graduate assistants, college Equal Opportunity Programs & Diversity is responsible work study and temporary employees on all campuses. for employee accommodations. The Director of Equal The division comprises the following areas: HR Opportunity Programs and Diversity is the University’s Administration, Recruitment Services, Compensation ADA Coordinator and has responsibility for ensuring Administration, Employee and Labor Relations, Payroll, access to employment, academic and public programs for Employee Records, Benefits Administration, HR persons with disabilities and investigating ADA complaints. Management Systems, Talent Management and Development, Equal Opportunity Programs and Diversity, Employee Assistance Programs, Human Resources SEXUAL HARASSMENT, Relations, and Human Resources (Herbert Wertheim NONDISCRIMINATION, EDUCATIONAL College of Medicine). It is through this office that new EQUITY employees participate in the New Employee Experience (NEE) to gain knowledge of FIU’s past, present, and future All members of the University Community are entitled to for their individual career success and institutional impact. study and work in an atmosphere free from discrimination. The Modesto A. Maidique Campus (MMC) office is Florida International University’s equal opportunity policy located in PC 224, (305) 348-2181. The Biscayne Bay prohibits discrimination against students and employees Campus (BBC) office is located in LIB 322, (305) 919- on the basis of their race, color, creed, age, disability, sex 5545. For additional information, visit the Division of (including sexual harassment), religion, marital status, Human Resources website at: http://hr.fiu.edu. national origin, or sexual orientation. Under the policy, it does not matter whether the discrimination was intended EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM AND or not; the focus is on whether students or employees have been treated differently or subjected to intimidation, DIVERSITY (EOPD) or a hostile or offensive environment as a result of their Florida International University is committed to equal belonging to a protected class or having a protected opportunity and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, status. Sexual harassment includes unwelcome physical visitors and applicants for employment. EOPD is contact of a sexual nature, overt or implied threats to responsible for the development, implementation and induce performance of sexual favors, verbal harassment, monitoring of diversity, equity and affirmative action use of sexually suggestive terms, or display or posting of programs, policies and procedures to ensure equal sexually offensive pictures. employment without regard to age, color, disability, marital Any employee, applicant, or student who believes that status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, he or she may be a victim of unlawful discrimination may religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, file a complaint with the Office of Equal Opportunity veteran status or gender information. This is Programs and Diversity, PC 215, Modesto A. Maidique accomplished by various programs, goals and initiatives: Campus, (305) 348-2785.
The University’s Affirmative Action Plan for TITLE IX Women and Minorities, and for Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans and the Florida Equity Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects Accountability Plan; individuals from sex discrimination in educational American with Disabilities Act (ADA) programs and activities at institutions that receive federal Diversity Initiatives financial assistance. External Partnerships Florida International University (FIU) is committed to Minority Scholarships providing an environment free from discrimination on the Position Vacancy Announcements/Hiring basis of sex. The University provides many resources to Recruitment students, faculty, staff and applicants to address concerns Internal and External investigations relating to discrimination on the basis of sex, which Training includes sexual misconduct. FIU takes all matters of Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault and Sexual Violence The office is located on the MMC campus in PC 215, (305) seriously. In accordance with Title IX regulations, the 348-2785. For additional information, visit the Office of University has designated Shirlyon McWhorter, Director of Equal Opportunity Programs and Diversity website at: Equal Opportunity Programs & Diversity, as the www.fiu.edu/~eop. University’s Title IX Coordinator responsible for overseeing FIU’s Title IX compliance effort. Kristen AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Kawczynski, Director of Student Conduct & Conflict (ADA) Resolution, is designated as FIU’s Title IX Deputy Coordinator. The Disability Resource Center is responsible for student If you have concerns or need to report an incident of accommodations which include the provision of auxiliary sexual misconduct, please contact Shirlyon McWhorter, Graduate Catalog 2013-2014 General Information 43 Title IX Coordinator, at (305) 348-2533 or Division I level. In FIU’s first ever post season bowl [email protected], or Kristen Kawczynski at appearance the football team won the 2010 Little Caesars [email protected]. Pizza Bowl. Programs and services in Intercollegiate Athletics provide an opportunity for student-athletes to UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT develop their athletic skills and leadership abilities in an The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security educational setting. Much emphasis is placed on the student as a student-athlete to ensure intellectual, Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery emotional and social well-being. Act) Athletics Team Membership All postsecondary institutions, both public and private, that participate in federal Title IV student aid programs are Several of the FIU Athletic teams have won conference required to comply with the Clery Act regulations. Although championships in recent seasons including women’s Clery Act compliance is an institutional responsibility, full soccer, baseball, football and tennis while many other compliance is a campus wide effort, and concerns all student-athletes have garnered accolades across the members of the Community. Policy statements must be sport programs. FIU’s intercollegiate sports programs for developed and crime reports must be collected from a women include basketball, volleyball, soccer, golf, tennis, wide variety of campus security authorities. track, softball, cross-country, swimming/diving and added These authorities include: Police; Non–police security the emerging sport of sand volleyball to begin competition staff responsible for monitoring campus property; in spring 2013. Men’s sports include basketball, football, individuals and offices to which crimes should be reported; soccer, baseball, track, and cross-country. and Officials of the University with significant responsibility Athletic Facilities for student and campus activities. The University Police Department publishes an The Athletic Department utilizes eight facilities that serve annual Campus Security Report every year by as the sites for athletic, educational, and recreational October 1st containing three years of campus crime activities. statistics and specific campus security information Phase I of Alfonso Field at FIU Stadium was opened including university policy statements. in Fall 2008. The stadium features over 20,000 permanent Disclose crime statistics for the FIU campuses and seats, 1,400 club seats, an upper concourse and 19 full areas immediately adjacent to the campus and certain service luxury suites. In addition to the suites the stadium non-campus facilities and other remote university features a 6,500 sq. ft. Stadium Club, which is a multi- properties. The statistics must be gathered from purpose banquet hall that can be used for various events police or security, local law enforcement and from such as weddings, banquets, conferences and pre-game other university officials such as deans, directors and parties. The stadium is the home of our intercollegiate department heads, who have significant responsibility football program. During the fall, the facility is also used to for student and campus activities. The crime statistics host many Miami-Dade County Schools high school may be found on the University Police website listed football games. below. Located in the west end zone bleachers of Alfonso Provide “timely warning” notices of specific crimes Field at Football Stadium is the R. Kirk Landon Field that occurred on campus, or within the jurisdiction of House. The R. Kirk Landon Field House is a 55,000 sq. the University police (or those reported to the police in ft. facility that houses the FIU intercollegiate football team, areas adjacent to the campuses of FIU). coaches, and weight training facility and ticket office staff. The University Police Department is responsible for The University Credit Union Box Office is located at the preparing and distributing the Campus Security west entrance to the field house and services all FIU Report. The University Police Department works with sports. It also houses a 12,500 sq. ft. weight room that local police departments and all university accommodates all FIU intercollegiate student-athletes. departments to compile the information contained in The U.S. Century Bank Arena is home to our the annual report. intercollegiate men’s and women’s basketball teams as The University Police Department encourages the FIU well as our women’s volleyball team. It is a multi-purpose community to pick up a copy of the Campus Security facility with a seating capacity for 5,150 and is the venue Report as a guide for safe practices on and off campus. for our convocation and graduation ceremonies. The main The Campus Security Report is available on the floor can hold four volleyball courts and two basketball University Police website (http://police.fiu.edu). courts. The two auxiliary gyms can each hold one
(U.S. Department of Education, 2011) basketball court or a volleyball court. Also housed in the arena are seven classrooms and eight locker rooms. The INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS new expanded entrance to the U.S. Century Bank Arena added 11,000 square feet with new bathroom facilities, FIU Athletics has been a program of tremendous growth box office, meeting rooms, elevators, and concession since its inception almost 40 years ago. FIU is a member area. of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), The Baseball Stadium is the home to our and the Sun Belt Conference for 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate baseball team. The stadium has a seating athletic programs. The men’s soccer program is an affiliate capacity of 2,200, and offers a luxury suite with a capacity member of Conference USA. FIU continues to elevate the of 20 overlooking the field. The Baseball Stadium also athletics program and has reached new heights as the has three covered batting cages located just outside the football program won its first Sun Belt Championship in left field fence. 2010 after competing for only three years at the NCAA 44 General Information Graduate Catalog 2013-2014 The FIU Soccer Stadium is the home of our FIU Study Abroad programs are typically offered during intercollegiate men’s and women’s soccer programs. This the summer, although some programs are offered during lighted soccer stadium seats 1,500 and the dimensions of the Fall, Spring and Wintersession terms. The programs the field span 120 yards in length by 70 yards in width. are designed and led by FIU faculty. Students participating The FIU Tennis Center has twelve lighted courts and in these programs will pay FIU tuition and fees in addition is home to the women’s tennis program. Six courts are to a program fee for the cost of the program abroad. open for daily recreational play. Grades earned on these programs will be averaged into The FIU Softball Stadium houses our intercollegiate the FIU GPA as these are FIU credit-bearing courses. softball program and seats 300. It is equipped with three For more information about studying abroad, please covered batting cages, and three bullpen areas located contact the Office of Study Abroad, located at the Modesto outside the outfield walls. A. Maidique Campus, PC 113, at: (305) 348-1913; FIU students are admitted to all regular season http://studyabroad.fiu.edu/. intercollegiate athletic home games free of charge. Presentation of a valid university identification card is STUDENT AFFAIRS required. For additional information visit the athletic department’s CAMPUS LIFE website at fiusports.com or call the University Credit Union Box office at 348-4263 (FIU-GAME). The Department of Campus Life provides a variety of programs and services to students and the University INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AND community. Student’s academic learning and success is SCHOLAR SERVICES enhanced through their active participation in the additional co-curricular opportunities offered in areas of The International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) leadership development, communication and office provides assistance to international students, organizational skills, service, event planning and faculty, and researchers in non-immigrant status (F or J evaluation techniques. In addition to many already visas). The staff provides advising services on successful programs that are offered, Campus Life immigration, cultural personal, social, and financial collaborates with other departments to coordinate concerns. programs and events. As well as maintaining the Student Exchange Visitor The Department of Campus Life includes the Student Information System (SEVIS) of the Department of Government Association, Black Student Union, Council for Homeland Security tracking system for the University. The Student Organizations (MMC), Student Organizations department also serves as a liaison to academic and Council (BBC), Student Programming Council, Sorority administrative departments throughout the University. and Fraternity Life, Multifaith Council, Homecoming All new and/or international transfer students MUST Council, and Panther Power (BBC). attend a MANDATORY orientation program before the Location: GC 2240, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) start of their first semester and MUST report to the ISSS 348-2138; WUC 141, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- office within the first week of the start of classes. The 5804. ISSS also offers social and cultural programs to assist students in adapting more effectively to the University CAREER SERVICES community and to living in Miami. An active International Student Club on each campus collaborates with the Career Services (CS) assists registered students at all department in organizing various social activities. Club University locations with career plans and employment programs enable students to participate in the needs across academic disciplines, and with all types of international dimension of the University and provide employers: business and industry, education, technology, opportunities for involvement in the great Miami government, science, construction, manufacturing, community. telecommunications, transportation, military and defense, ISSS is located in GC 355, University Park, (305) 348- and consumer products and services that may be for-profit 2421; and WUC 363, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- or non-profit. CS works closely with the CS offices that are 5813. located in the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, College of Business Administration, and OFFICE OF STUDY ABROAD College of Law. CS’s high-tech and high-touch philosophy offers 24-7 services plus individualized attention through The Office of Study Abroad provides students with the intake hours and one-on-one appointments. opportunity to spend a semester or academic year CS encourages students to register with the office studying at one of our foreign partner institutions through immediately after enrolling in classes---whether as a the International Student Exchange (ISE) Program, or freshman, a transfer, or a graduate student. The office through FIU Study Abroad programs (usually ranging can help you identify a major, find an internship, or locate from 10 days to a semester) led by FIU faculty members. a career that is right for you. Get involved with Career Students participating in the ISE Program will pay FIU Services. Our programs and services include: tuition and fees and, with pre-approval from their CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT - department, will receive transfer credit for the courses This area offers career interest tools assessments, taken abroad. Grades earned on the ISE programs will not group and individual appointments, as well as be averaged into the FIU GPA. In order to be eligible for workshops for those desiring to identify their next the ISE Program, students must be in good standing with educational and/or career path. a minimum 3.0 GPA. Graduate Catalog 2013-2014 General Information 45 INTERNSHIPS AND COOPERATIVE EDUCATION - Affairs, is located on the Modesto A. Maidique Campus We assist students in identifying and securing and offers an array of programs for young children. practical experience in their chosen major. A full-day developmentally appropriate hands-on early Assignments include part-time as well as full-time education program is available for children of students, employment. Internships and Cooperative Education faculty, staff, alumni, and the neighboring community. often provide a salary and academic credit with The program serves children who have achieved assignments possible at local, national, or bathroom independence between the ages of 2 ½ through international levels. These experiences have been 5 years, Monday through Friday, from 7:45 a.m. to 6:00 found to significantly increase the possibility of p.m., with pick-up at 12:00 noon, 12:30 p.m., or after 3:30 gaining full-time career employment at time of p.m. graduation. The center participates in the Florida Voluntary Pre- EMPLOYMENT UPON GRADUATION - Students are Kindergarten (VPK) Program for four-year-old children, encouraged to become fully registered with CS, this and is available within the hours of the full-day program. allows you to take full advantage of the Campus Step Up For Students Kindergarten Scholarship is Interview Program, Resume Referral Service, and available for all low-income kindergarten families. Online Job Vacancies. You will also receive regular e- A part-time developmentally appropriate hands-on mails about networking opportunities and job fairs. Early Childhood Toddler program is available for children DELTA EPSILON IOTA – This is an academic honor 2 to 2 ½ years of age for students, staff, faculty, alumni, society dedicated to enhancing student leadership and the neighboring community. Children enrolled in the skills, career development, and networking Toddler Program may be working toward achieving opportunities with employers. The society supports bathroom independence. the mission, vision, and goals of the Career Services A part-time Edu-Care/Flex-Time program is available Office. Membership is open to undergraduate and for students and faculty on campus for limited time periods graduate students across all academic units who offering a safe and nurturing setting for their 3 or 4-year- meet the 3.3 GPA requirement and have earned at old child who has achieved bathroom independence. The least 30 semester hours. program requires a minimum two hours/two days per week CS also provides specialized workshops like business semester contracted time block between 8:45 a.m. to 5:00 etiquette lunches/dinners, dress for success seminars, pm., Monday through Friday, and 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. salary negotiating, interviewing effectively, and how to Monday through Thursday. network. Other activities include resume critiques, Financial support is available for all programs for FIU practice interviews, and advance interviewing. The office Pell Grant eligible students in addition to the VPK and has video conference capabilities for interviewing. Kindergarten Scholarship. Center enrollment priority is Location: GC 230, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) given to children of FIU students. To request an admission 348-2423; WUC 225, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- form, stop by the center or call (305) 348-2143. 5770; EC 2780, Engineering, (305) 348-1281. Web site: http://www.fiu.edu/~children. Web site: http://career.fiu.edu/. COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP AND SERVICES SERVICE Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides The Center for Leadership and Service (CLS) provides a variety of services and resources designed to help students with developmental and experiential opportunities currently registered FIU students achieve and maintain that foster leadership and community engagement, optimum mental health. Therapists, utilizing the short-term grounded in values and moral purpose. Through psychotherapy approach, assist students in developing leadership education, service learning, advocacy, and effective coping skills and decision making abilities; volunteerism, students will become active global citizens developing effective communication skills; and identifying on campus, in the community, and in the workplace. and managing daily stressors. In addition, throughout the Leadership development programs range from one- academic year, the University community can submit hour skill building workshops, to semester-based requests for CAPS’ staff to provide workshops or informal programs. All of these programs are interactive and discussions on a variety of metal health topics. All experiential in nature and are offered at a variety of times therapeutic services are confidential and can be utilized to accommodate our diverse student population. Programs either in person or Online, depending on the type of are developmental in nature, so students can begin with service desired. an entry-level program and progress to more advanced CAPS services include: leadership training while at FIU. Consult the department Individual, group, and couples therapy for issues web site for program descriptions and application details, such as: anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and http://leadserve.fiu.edu. interpersonal and relationship problems In-person screenings for substance abuse and CHILDREN’S CREATIVE LEARNING eating disorders CENTER Psycho-educational and Neurological testing Biofeedback Established in 1975, the Children’s Creative Learning Crisis intervention Center, an Educational Research Center for Child Psychiatric services Development, is a SACS accredited, Gold Seal Program. Victim advocacy support services, such as: The center, a department within the Division of Students 46 General Information Graduate Catalog 2013-2014 --Assistance in accessing community and STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES university resources, and helping students understand the different options available to them Good health is essential to students' success while at the during or after experiencing actual or threatened university and throughout their life. Therefore, Student abuse or violence. This information is also Health Services (SHS) is committed to providing available to students who may want resources for registered students with free or low-cost quality medical someone they know. care and health promotion services, which will allow them --Help with issues related to relationship abuse, to thrive both academically and personally. Nationally sexual assault, stalking, assault and battery, accredited ambulatory healthcare centers are located at homicide of friend or relative, hate crimes, both the Biscayne Bay (BBC) and Modesto A. Maidique harassment, and re-emergence of problems as a (MMC) campuses to serve as a medical home for our result of a past abuse such as childhood sexual students. The holistic primary health care offered has a abuse. strong focus on education and working with students on --Other services available (according to the ways to adopt a healthier lifestyle. wishes of the victim) are: Clinical Services include: Safety planning Primary care and women’s health services Understanding and navigating the Pre-matriculation and preventive vaccines criminal justice system Preventive screenings, EKG’s, and Laboratory testing Assistance in making police reports (if (blood work, urine test, and cultures) desired) Pharmacy services at MMC include*: Petitioning the court for an injunction for Over-the-counter (OTC) products and prescription protection (“restraining order”) medications at competitive prices. Finding legal assistance An excellent selection of natural and organic products Finding emergency safe shelter Individualized education and counseling on prescription medications and OTC products Communicating with professors and/or other parties as requested by the victim *Although a full-service pharmacy is not available at BBC, Help with university administrative pre-packaged medications are dispensed by practitioners procedures at that location. Student conduct proceedings Wellness services include: Escort to appointments, hearings, and Consultations, workshops and programs on a variety medical facilities of topics such as: wellness, stress management, Help with other solutions that may be nutrition, fitness, sexual health, substance use/abuse necessary prevention, preventive health/self-care issues, sleep CAPS online programs include: management and aromatherapy Workshops for time management, anger Fitness assessments management, and stress management Massage therapy Screenings for anxiety, depression, eating Weight management/Dietitian consultations disorders, and bipolar disorder Acupuncture PASS—a program designed to improve student Meditation sessions academic and personal functioning Anonymous HIV counseling and testing Location: UHSC 270, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) Other services 348-CAPS (2277); WUC 320, Biscayne Bay Campus, Assist students with obtaining University-sponsored (305) 919-5305. student health insurance plans to help offset the cost Web site: http://counselingservices.fiu.edu/ of services not covered under the health fee. Victim services may also be accessed through a 24-hour Facilitate the registration process by educating crisis hotline: (305) 348-3000. students on pre-matriculation health requirements Web site: http://www.vac.fiu.edu Educate and assist students through medical appeal
process DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER For more information about the medical home and a The Disability Resource Center (DRC) collaborates with complete list of our services, visit our website at students, faculty, staff, and community members to create www.studenthealth.fiu.edu. diverse learning environments that are usable, equitable, inclusive, and sustainable. The DRC provides FIU Location: Student Health Services Complex (near the students with disabilities the necessary support to College of Law and Recreation Center), Modesto A. successfully complete their education and participate in Maidique Campus, (305) 348-2401, Fax: (305) 348-6655; activities available to all students. Health Care Center (HCWC Building located by parking lot For a complete list of our services, visit our website at 1-C), Biscayne Bay Campus; Wellness Center: (third floor http://drc.fiu.edu/. of the Wolfe University Center), (305) 919-5620, Fax: If you have a history or diagnosis of disability and plan (305) 919-5312. to utilize academic accommodations, please contact the DRC. HOUSING AND RESIDENTIAL LIFE
Location: GC 190, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) The Department of Housing and Residential Life provides 348-3532; WUC 131, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- housing for students at both the Modesto A. Maidique 5345. Graduate Catalog 2013-2014 General Information 47 Campus and Biscayne Bay Campuses. All are single upright and recumbent bicycles, treadmills, rowers, and gender accommodations. We do not offer co-ed, family, or ellipticals. A basketball gym, locker rooms and a Pro Shop married housing. There are 7 residential complexes 6 are are also available. The Rec Center is located west of the located at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus and one on Student Health Services Complex. the Biscayne Bay Campus housing approximately 3,500 Over 90 PantherFIT group fitness classes per week are students on both campuses. Our student housing is scheduled in the RC. Low cost or free classes offered designed to provide a comfortable living environment throughout the year include Pilates, ultimate abs, and conducive to supporting students’ academic success. The Zumba, as well as specialty classes such as yoga, facilities are located within walking distance to classrooms, Spinning, and BodyPump. Fitness orientations, body faculty offices, labs, recreation facilities, and other student composition evaluations, and personal training are also services. There are multiple room types which provide a featured. Non-credit fitness workshops and First variety of accommodations to meet students’ housing Aid/CPR/AED certifications are offered. needs and budgets. The BBC Fitness Center is located on the first floor of The campus residential community provides unique the Wolfe University Center (WUC), room 160. The 12,000 opportunities for personal growth and development, square foot Fitness Center (which includes an Aquatic and leadership experiences through student participation in Fitness Facility) features 21 cardiovascular machines with programming and activities, and developing an a TV/Video Village, locker rooms and showers, 9 flat appreciation of and sensitivity to differences. Residents screen televisions, a Bose sound system, an array of have the opportunity to enjoy social and educational LifeFitness selectorized, and Hammer Strength fitness events that are sponsored by the Residence Hall equipment. Additionally, there is a state-of-the-art aerobics Association and Resident Assistants. The residence halls studio with ballet bars and separate Bose sound system. feature several Living and Learning Communities that Cardio vascular group exercise classes include yoga, hip include: FYRST (First Year Residents Succeeding hop dance, belly dancing, body sculpting, dance aerobics, Together), Wellness 1 and 2, Community Service FYRST and Zumba Free massages are offered on Mondays. Social Justice, Arts and Architecture, Honors Place, Additionally, Campus Recreation at BBC offers Honors Place 2, Global Living Community, and a Law Kayaking, Night Time Kayaking, and Stand-up Paddle Community. Housing academic tutors known as the A- Board excursions from our Outdoor X program. Team are also available to assist students with their The two campuses offer other facilities for recreational academic tutoring needs. use. The Tennis Centers on each campus offer lighted All of the housing facilities have fast Ethernet courts, and tennis lessons are available. The BBC Aquatic connections. Unlimited access to the web, satellite Center and Panther Hall Pool provide on-campus television, and utilities are included in the room rental rate. swimming opportunities. At MMC, students have free Each of the residence halls is staffed with both access to nearby Tamiami Pool during lap swim hours. At professional and paraprofessional personnel to ensure the MMC, the U.S. Century Bank Arena houses two indoor facilities are safe and well maintained. For more racquetball courts available on a reservation basis. A information regarding services and accommodations, current, activated OneCard ID is required for access to all please visit our web page at http://www.housing.fiu.edu. recreation facilities and programs. Location: Housing Office, University Park Towers (UPT) Other areas of interest include adventure recreation 121, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) 348-4190, Fax: programs (offering outdoor experiential education trips in (305) 348-4295; e-mail: [email protected]. Office of and out-of-state), sport clubs, the Lose It Weight Loss Residential Life, Panther Hall (PH) 126, Modesto A. Program, and special events. Maidique Campus, (305) 348-3661, Fax: (305) 348-3674. Both recreation offices provide student employment On the Biscayne Bay Campus, the Bay Vista Housing opportunities as sports officials, customer service and Office is (305) 919-5587. weight room attendants, recreation facility supervisors, lifeguards, group fitness instructors, personal trainers, and CAMPUS RECREATION SERVICES office assistants. Location: Recreational sports programs and fitness facilities are MMC Recreation Services/Rec Center: (305) 348-2575 available for Florida International University students, BBC Campus Recreation/Fitness Center: (305) 919-5678 faculty, staff and alumni through the Offices of Recreation MMC Recreation Center Membership Desk: 348-2951 Services (MMC) and Campus Recreation (BBC). Funding MMC Panther Hall Pool: (305) 348-1895 for these services is primarily through student fees BBC Aquatic Center: (305) 919-4549 allocated by the FIU Student Government Association IM Sports: (305) 348-1054 (MMC), (305) 919-4595 (BBC) (SGA). Tennis Center: (305) 348-6327 (MMC), (305) 919-4595 A variety of Intramural (IM) Sports are offered on each (BBC) campus, including men’s, women’s and co-rec leagues in MMC Racquetball reservations: (305) 348-2900 sports such as flag football, basketball, volleyball, softball Web site: http://www.recreation.fiu.edu . and soccer, and tournaments for sports like racquetball, tennis, and table tennis. Individuals looking for a team are MULTIFAITH COUNCIL encouraged to register as “free agents”. Registration for Intramural Sports can be initiated via the web on the The Multifaith Council serves student groups involved in a Recreation Services website (see URL below). variety of activities. Professional representatives from The 50,000+ square foot MMC Recreation Center is various faiths are available for personal appointments. equipped with state-of-the-art exercise and cardiovascular Individual denominations sponsor campus-wide programs fitness equipment. In addition to free weights, the center including worship, study groups, social gatherings, and provides resistance and selectorized equipment, steppers, 48 General Information Graduate Catalog 2013-2014 cultural events. Campus Ministry sponsors programs and arise. Mediation through the Office of Student activities which are non-denominational. Conduct and Conflict Resolution is an informal, Location: GC 318, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) voluntary, and confidential way to resolve minor 348-3902; CM 101, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- conflicts, disputes, or disagreements without going 5247. through formal charges or judicial proceedings.
Please refer to the Student Code of Conduct section in the OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN FIU Student Handbook for more information regarding
The Ombudsman Office acts as an impartial and the student conduct process and procedure. The Office of confidential forum to assist students who have Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution is located in GC encountered problems or conflicts at the University, 311 at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) 348-3939. particularly problems or concerns not adequately Web site: http://conduct.fiu.edu. addressed through normal channels. This may include correcting processes or procedures which hinder resolving STUDENT MEDIA the issue or are causing an inordinate delay. The Student media at FIU include The Beacon newspaper, Ombudsman may resolve problems through various fiusm.com, and WRGP radio. methods, including investigation, mediation, or making The Beacon is an editorially independent publication referrals to the appropriate university department for produced by students and distributed free. The purpose of review. The Ombudsman should be utilized in situations The Beacon is to keep the university community informed where all areas of appeal have been exhausted or proven about campus news, events and activities; to serve as a unsuccessful. forum for opinion and commentary concerning campus For more information or services, please contact the related topics; and to protect the interests of the University Office of the Ombudsman at (305) 348-2797 located in community and its component parts. It is published Graham Center 219 at Modesto A. Maidique Campus, or Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during the Fall and located in WUC 325, Wolfe University Center, Biscayne Spring terms, except during holiday breaks. It is also Bay Campus, (305) 919-5800. published eight times during the summer term. Students can work on the staff in news and features, photography, OFFICE OF STUDENT CONDUCT AND and/or advertising. No prior experience is required. CONFLICT RESOLUTION WRGP is FIU’s radio station located at 88.1, 95.3 (MMC), and 96.9 (BBC) FM. Its programming is an The mission of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution is eclectic mix of the latest music on the cutting edge of the to promote concepts of respect, civility, fairness, and alternative scene, FIU sports play-by-play, and news. conflict resolution on campus by enforcing community Programming also includes daily specialty shows that standards (FIU policies, federal, state, and local laws) and cover the music spectrum of metal to reggae, and in holding students accountable for their behavior in a fair, between Caribbean, hip-hop, rap, Latin rock, jazz, and yet developmental manner, through the involvement of the classical mornings. The station operates 24 hours seven campus community and educational development of days a week. The station provides a means for students to students. acquire experience in various disciplines related to the Infringement of an academic nature should be directed broadcast industry, including hands-on experience in a to the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs. Complaints that realistic, business-like setting encompassing teamwork are non-academic should be directed to the Office of and professional standards. Students can work in areas Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution. such as broadcasting, business, promotions, and/or The Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution engineering. Prior experience is not required. also: Fiusm, is a multi-media website that incorporates all of Provides student conduct record background checks student media. Not only can you read about an event, but for various agencies (Secret Service, FBI, CIA, State you can also listen and watch it with fiusm's streaming Department, DEA, Federal Marshals, Law video. The website is updated five days a week. fiusm Enforcement Agencies, Military, Graduate Schools, accepts advertising. Law Schools, Dean Certifications, Florida Bar Location: The Beacon, GC 210, Modesto A. Maidique Examiners). Campus, (305) 348-2709; WUC 220, Biscayne Bay Assists in the selection and training of Student Campus, (305) 919-4722. WRGP, GC 319, Modesto A. Conduct Committee members and hearing officers. Maidique Campus, (305) 348-3071; fiusm.com, GC 210, Manages admissions clearances – The university Modesto A. Maidique Campus. reserves the right to review the case of any student who has been involved in misconduct prior to UNIVERSITY CENTERS admission to determine eligibility for admission. Administers the student conduct process. Holds The University Center on each campus provides vital students accountable for violations of the Student services to students and the University community. The Code of Conduct. Graham University Center (GC) at Modesto A. Maidique Provides educational programs for faculty, staff, and Campus and the Wolfe University Center (WUC) at students regarding the student conduct process; Biscayne Bay Campus are the focal points for the ethics and integrity; conflict resolution; and dealing University community to meet and interact in an with disruptive students in the classroom. educational and vibrant environment. Staff in the centers Provides mediation as a possible avenue to foster coordinate the scheduling of space and assist with the mutual respect and understanding when differences production of student and university sponsored events. Graduate Catalog 2013-2014 General Information 49 As the hub of University life, these centers house the WOMEN’S CENTER offices of Student Government Association (SGA); Campus Life; Student Programming Council (SPC); The Women’s Center at FIU provides numerous programs Council of Student Organizations (CSO); Office of Sorority and services to support FIU women students in their and Fraternity Life. personal, academic, and professional development. The Graham Center Women’s Center collaborates and coordinates with other In the Graham Center, you will find the Office of the university departments and student organizations to meet Vice President for Student Affairs, Ombudsman Office, the needs and enhance the lives of our diverse female Career Services, Center for Leadership and Service, population on campus. While our programs and services Disability Resource Center, International Student and focus on women, they are open to the entire community, Scholar Services, Multi-faith Council, Office of Multicultural and include confidential referrals, leadership, and Programs and Services, Office of Orientation and Parent volunteer opportunities. We educate and advocate for Programs, Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution, systematic changes that will improve the lives of women Student Media, Upward Bound, and Women’s Center. and men. The Graham Center also offers the following services: Our curriculum includes the following programs: event planning, audio visual/multimedia support, state-of- Mentoring Partnerships Program the-art computer labs, Lost and Found, ATMs, a satellite Sisterhood Retreat cashiering office, locker rentals, notary public service, Wild Succulent Women program series vending machines, vending refunds, and Kaplan Test Women Who Lead Conference Preparation Center. Additionally, GC offers event facilities International Day for the Elimination of Violence such as: meeting rooms, ballrooms, and auditoriums for Against Women lectures, banquets, receptions, and weddings. There is a Take Back the Night classroom wing located on the second floor and lounges Strong Women, Strong Girls student organization throughout the building. University members can enjoy VOX, Voices for Planned Parenthood student entertainment and the arts by visiting the Student Art organization Gallery, the Porter Davis Game Room, The Beacon Location: GC 2200, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) student newspaper, and the student radio station (WRGP). 348-1506; WUC 220, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- The GC mini-mall offers a variety of food locations: a 5359. fresh food concept-serving all you care to eat- Chili’s Too,
Faculty Club, Recharge U convenience store, Jamba
Juice, Pollo Tropical, Subway, Burger King, Sushi Maki,
Einstein Bros. Bagels, and Bustelo coffee shop. Other retail venues include: Barnes and Noble Bookstore (with Starbucks Café), Santi’s Hair and Nail Salon, Waves Spa, Panther’s Dry Cleaners, and Ricoh@FIU (Copy Center, packing and shipping). Visit the GC virtual tour by going to: grahamcenter.fiu.edu/virtualtour.html. The administrative offices of the Graham Center are located at GC 1210 Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) 348-2297, and the web site is grahamcenter.fiu.edu. Wolfe University Center The Wolfe University Center (WUC) is located at the heart of FIU’s Biscayne Bay Campus. It is home to the 300-seat Mary Ann Wolfe Theater, houses a state-of-the- art computer lounge, five large meeting rooms, and a recently renovated multi-purpose ballroom. A multi- purpose dining and catering facility, the student Fitness Center, and several comfortable study lounges. It is also host to one of the most complete and professional team- building training programs in South Florida, the Team Ropes Adventure Challenge (TRAC). Tenants include Student Affairs Offices for Disability Resource Center, Multicultural Programs and Services, Career Services, International Student and Scholar Services, and Counseling and Psychological Services. University support offices include the Credit Union, the FIU One Card office, Panther Print and Mail, University Technology Services, and the Parking and Transportation Office. The administrative offices of the Wolfe Center are located in WUC 325 at Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919-5800. The Barnes and Noble University Bookstore is located on the first floor at both University Centers: Location: GC 2200, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) 348-1506; WUC 256, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- 5359.