32 Student Affairs Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012 6:00 p.m., with pick-up at 12:00 noon, 12:30 p.m., or after Student Affairs 3:30 p.m. The center participates in the Florida Voluntary Pre- The Division of Student Affairs seeks to enhance the Kindergarten (VPK) Program for four-year-old children, academic mission of the University by promoting a vast and is available within the hours of the full-day program. array of educational, social, and cultural opportunities and Step Up For Students Kindergarten Scholarship is programs. We believe that a student’s education takes available for all low-income kindergarten families. place both inside and outside the classroom. We aim to A part-time developmentally appropriate hands-on provide an environment that supports the growth and early Childhood Toddler program is available for children 2 development of our students by catering to their social, to 2 ½ years of age for students, staff, faculty, alumni, and intellectual, emotional, and spiritual needs. From the neighboring community. orientation to job interview skills, volunteer opportunities to A part-time Edu-Care/Flex-Time program is available multicultural programs, health care screenings to for students and faculty on campus for limited time periods residential life, Student Affairs is here to help you make offering a safe and nurturing setting for their 3 or 4-year- the most of your college experience. old child who has achieved bathroom independence. The The following are Student Affairs departments and program requires a minimum two hours/two days per week programs: semester contracted time block between 8:45 a.m. to 5:00 pm., Monday through Friday, and 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. CAMPUS LIFE Monday through Thursday. Financial support is available for all programs for FIU The Department of Campus Life creates learning and Pell Grant eligible students in addition to the VPK and leadership opportunities that expose students to a Kindergarten Scholarship. Center enrollment priority is diversity of ideas and experiences and develop the given to children of FIU students. To request an admission following skills: leadership, communication, problem- form, stop by the center or call (305) 348-2143. solving, program planning, organization, implementation, Web site: http://www.fiu.edu/~children. evaluation, and most importantly, the opportunity to Get Involved on Campus. Activities such as planning SORORITY AND FRATERNITY LIFE Homecoming events, Student Government, movies, athletic events, pep rallies, concerts, comedy shows, Greek organizations—fraternities and sororities— lecture series, multicultural theme weeks, and community contribute to the university by promoting leadership, service are a few of the fun and educational programs scholarship, service, social activities, and brotherhood and offered through the department. Students may form sisterhood. additional organizations and clubs that promote the An Interfraternity Council governs men’s fraternities, a University’s educational mission and the development of Multicultural Greek Council governs historically one’s personal attributes. Campus Life activities are co- multicultural-based fraternities and sororities, a National curricular and cover all aspects of the educational Pan-Hellenic Council governs historically African- experiences and personal growth of students. Over 210 American fraternities and sororities, and the Panhellenic registered organizations exist to enrich campus life and Council governs women’s social sororities. The Order of contribute to the social, cultural, and academic growth of Omega is the honorary leadership society of fraternities students. and sororities that promotes leadership and scholarship The Department of Campus Life includes the Student among Greeks. Rho Lambda is the honor society that Government Association, Black Student Union, Council for recognizes women for their leadership contributions to the Student Organizations (MMC), Student Organizations Panhellenic Council and for high academic achievement. Council (BBC), Student Programming Council, Honors Formal recruitment periods. Membership Intake Processes Council, Greek Organizations, Multifaith Council, are held Fall or Spring semester depending on the Homecoming Council, and Panther Power (BBC). organization and council. For more information, please Location: GC 2240, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) check our website. 348-2138; WUC 141, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- Location: GC 2240, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) 5804. 348-2138. Web site: http://www.fiu.edu/~greeks/. CHILDREN'S CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

Established in 1975, the Children’s Creative Learning The Student Government Association is comprised of Center, an Educational Research Center for Child representatives from all Schools and Colleges who are Development, is a SACS accredited, Gold Seal Program. elected by the student body. There is a Student The center, a department within the Division of Students Government Council at both the Biscayne Bay Campus Affairs, is located on the Modesto A. Maidique Campus and Modesto A. Maidique Campus. SGA is responsible and offers an array of programs for young children. for overseeing and appropriating the Activity and Service A full-day developmentally appropriate hands-on early (A&S) fees paid by all students each semester. These education program is available for children of students, fees fund many of the campus life events, student faculty, staff, alumni, and the neighboring community. activities, and clubs and organizations. SGA also acts as The program serves children who have achieved the liaison between the students and administrative areas bathroom independence between the ages of 2 ½ through of the University, specifically speaking, and lobbying on five 5 years, Monday through Friday, from 7:45 a.m. to behalf of students. Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012 Student Affairs 33 SGA members represent the student body on The Center for Leadership and Service is dedicated to University-wide committees and task forces to ensure developing the leadership capacity and service ethic of all student representation at the administrative level. SGA students, regardless of position or title. meets regularly and students are highly encouraged to Location: GC 242 Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) attend meetings and become involved in all aspects of 348-6995; WUC 256, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- Student Government. 5360. Location: GC 211, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) Web site: http://www.leadserve.edu. 348-2121; WUC 141, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- 5680. MULTIFAITH COUNCIL

CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP AND The Multifaith Council serves student groups involved in a variety of activities. Professional representatives from SERVICE various faiths are available for personal appointments. The Center for Leadership and Service (CLS) provides Individual denominations sponsor campus-wide programs students with developmental and experiential opportunities including worship, study groups, social gatherings, and that foster leadership and community engagement, cultural events. Campus Ministry sponsors programs and grounded in values and moral purpose. Through activities which are non-denominational. leadership education, service learning, advocacy, and Location: GC 318, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) volunteerism, students will become active global citizens 348-3902; CM 101, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- on campus, in the community, and in the workplace. 5247. Leadership education is both curricular (for credit) and co-curricular (non-credit). PAD 3431 Exploring Leadership CAREER SERVICES is a three-credit introductory leadership course open to all Career Services (CS) assists registered students at all students. SOW 4932 Service Learning examines social University locations with career plans and employment issues and develops a response through a service project. needs across academic disciplines, and with all types of These courses are part of an academic certificate in employers: business and industry, education, technology, Leadership Studies offered through Public Administration. government, science, construction, manufacturing, Non-credit leadership development programs range from telecommunications, transportation, military and defense, one-hour skill building workshops, to semester-based and consumer products and services that may be for-profit programs, to a year-long living/learning community on or non-profit. CS works closely with the CS offices that are campus. All of these programs are interactive and located in the School of Hospitality and Tourism experiential in nature and are offered at a variety of times Management, College of Business Administration, and to accommodate our diverse student population. Programs College of Law. CS’s high-tech and high-touch philosophy are developmental in nature, so students can begin with offers 24-7 services plus individualized attention through an entry-level program and progress to more advanced intake hours and one-on-one appointments. leadership training while at FIU. Consult the department CS encourages students to register with the office web site for program descriptions and application details, immediately after enrolling in classes---whether as a www.leadserve.fiu.edu. freshman, a transfer, or a graduate student. The office CLS is also the central office for service development, can help you identify a major, find an internship, or locate by offering a clearinghouse and resource center for a career that is right for you. Get involved with Career volunteer activities, service-learning, and advocacy for Services. Our programs and services include: social issues. Three major service projects are sponsored CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT - by CLS. Alternative Break (AB) educates students about • This area offers career interest tools assessments, social issues and encourages them to make a difference group and individual appointments, as well as by participating in direct service projects in communities workshops for those desiring to identify their next throughout the country and abroad. Dance Marathon is a educational and/or career path. student-run philanthropy dedicated to raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network. Students can serve on • INTERNSHIPS AND COOPERATIVE EDUCATION - the planning committee or participate as dancers in the We assist students in identifying and securing 25-hour fundraiser that benefits the Miami Children’s practical experience in their chosen major. Hospital Foundation. Relay for Life is the signature Assignments include part-time as well as full-time fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. A employment. Internships and Cooperative Education committee of FIU students organizes the overnight walk often provide a salary and academic credit with and thousands participate in the event to celebrate life and assignments possible at local, national, or provide hope for those touched by this disease. By taking international levels. These experiences have been leadership roles in organizing and implementing these found to significantly increase the possibility of projects, students are able to practice and refine their gaining full-time career employment at time of leadership skills. graduation. Students may also take on leadership roles by • EMPLOYMENT UPON GRADUATION - Students are providing peer education. The LEAD Team is a student encouraged to become fully registered with CS, this group that promotes and supports leadership allows you to take full advantage of the Campus development. The LEAD Team participates as program Interview Program, Resume Referral Service, and promoters and department ambassadors, group Online Job Vacancies. You will also receive regular e- facilitators, classroom presenters, and consultants to mails about networking opportunities and job fairs. student organizations. • DELTA EPSILON IOTA – An academic honor society dedicated to enhancing student leadership skills, 34 Student Affairs Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012 career development, and networking opportunities health care provider even if not seen at one of the FIU with employers. The society supports the mission, health clinics vision, and goals of the Career Services Office. • Lifestyle workshops, lectures, and activities for groups Membership is open to undergraduate and graduate or individuals are provided on a variety of topics such students across all academic units who meet the 3.3 as: wellness, stress management, nutrition, fitness, GPA requirement and have earned at least 30 sexual health (HIV/AIDS, STD, etc.), substance semester hours. use/abuse prevention, preventive health issues/self- CS also provides specialized workshops like business care, and aromatherapy etiquette lunches/dinners, dress for success seminars, • Fitness assessment (weight, body composition, blood salary negotiating, interviewing effectively, and how to pressure/heart rate, flexibility, cardiovascular fitness) network. Other activities include resume critiques, • Health Education consultations on nutrition, fitness, practice interviews, and advance interviewing. The office smoking cessation, wellness, stress management, has video conference capabilities for interviewing. aromatherapy, and sexual health) Location: GC 230, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) • Massage therapy 348-2423; WUC 225, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- • Acupuncture 5770; EC 2780, Engineering, (305) 348-1281. • Anonymous HIV counseling and testing Web site: http://www.fiu.edu/~career. Important information before accessing our services: • Students must present a current, valid FIU photo ID at DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER the time of the office visit.

Disability Resource Center provides information and • For your convenience, appointments are strongly assistance to students with disabilities who are in need of recommended. ADA accommodations. Services are available to students • If you need to cancel an appointment, you must call at with the following: deaf/hard of hearing, blind or low vision, least 24 hours prior to your appointment time. speech/language disability, orthopedic disability, specific • Payment is required at the time of service. Cash (At learning disability, psychological, emotional, or behavioral MMC only), checks, money orders, disability, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, MasterCard/VISA/Discover credit cards, and the FIU or other health disabilities. Services include auxiliary aids debit card are accepted as forms of payment. and academic adjustments for qualified individuals and • After hours and emergency care is not offered at our may include: classroom accommodations, assistive facility. In case of emergency on either campus, call technology, note-takers, readers, ASL interpreters, Public Safety (24 hours a day) at 305-348-5911. adapted testing, priority registration, and referrals. Support • The student health fee does not cover diagnostic and and assistance in overcoming architectural, academic, therapeutic medical visits to outside physicians, attitudinal, and other barriers encountered are provided. clinics, or hospitals. Students are strongly encouraged Current documentation of a disability is required to to purchase supplemental health insurance. A health establish accommodations and to receive services. Prior insurance policy is available at a low rate for students to the beginning of each semester, a request for who take six or more credits a semester. See our accommodations must be provided by the student, website for further details about the current domestic resulting in the notification of the faculty. insurance plan. Location: GC 190, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) • For a complete list of our services and charges, visit 348-3532; WUC 131, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- our website at www.studenthealth.fiu.edu. 5345. TTY 1-800-955-8771. Location: University Health Services Complex (near the College of Law and Recreation Center), Modesto A. UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES Maidique Campus, (305) 348-2401, Fax: (305) 348-6655; Health Care Center (HCWC Building located by parking lot Good health is essential to your success while at the 1-C), Biscayne Bay Campus; Wellness Center: (third floor University and throughout your life. Therefore, the of the Wolfe University Center), (305) 919-5620, Fax: University Health Services utilizes funds collected through (305) 919-5312. the student health fee to provide registered students with free or low-cost healthcare and health promotion services. STUDENT MEDIA Ambulatory care centers are available on each campus to serve students' primary health care needs in a convenient Student media at FIU include The Beacon newspaper, and patient-friendly environment. fiusm.com, and WRGP radio. Some of the services are: The Beacon is an editorially independent publication • Immunizations produced by students and distributed free. The purpose of • Medical office visits with registered nurses, primary The Beacon is to keep the university community informed care nurse practitioners, and physicians about campus news, events and activities; to serve as a • Women’s clinical services: physical exams and forum for opinion and commentary concerning campus diagnostic tests including pap smears, pregnancy related topics; and to protect the interests of the University tests, colposcopy, cryotherapy, and ultrasounds community and its component parts. It is published • Family planning counseling Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during the Fall and • Laboratory tests (blood, urine, and cultures) Spring terms, except during holiday breaks. It is also • EKGs, vision, and hearing tests published eight times during the summer term. Students can work on the staff in news and features, photography, • Pharmacy services which include over-the-counter and/or advertising. No prior experience is required. products and prescription medications at competitive prices. You may have prescriptions filled from your Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012 Student Affairs 35 WRGP is FIU’s radio station located at 88.1, 95.3 please visit our web page at http://www.housing.fiu.edu. (MMC), and 96.9 (BBC) FM. Its programming is an Location: Housing Office, University Park Towers (UPT) eclectic mix of the latest music on the cutting edge of the 121, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) 348-4190, Fax: alternative scene, FIU sports play-by-play, and news. (305) 348-4295; e-mail: [email protected]. Office of Programming also includes daily specialty shows that Residential Life, Panther Hall (PH) 126, Modesto A. cover the music spectrum of metal to reggae, and in Maidique Campus, (305) 348-3661, Fax: (305) 348-3674. between Caribbean, hip-hop, rap, Latin rock, jazz, and On the Biscayne Bay Campus, the Bay Vista Housing classical mornings. The station operates 24 hours seven Office is (305) 919-5587. days a week. The station provides a mean for students to acquire experience in various disciplines related to the INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AND broadcast industry, including hands-on experience in a SCHOLAR SERVICES realistic, business-like setting encompassing teamwork and professional standards. Students can work in areas The Office of International Student and Scholar Services such as broadcasting, business, promotions, and/or (ISSS) assists international students and visiting engineering. Prior experience is not required. researchers and scholars by providing advising services Fiusm, is a multi-media website that incorporates all of related to immigration, legal, personal, academic, cultural, student media. Not only can you read about an event, but social, and financial concerns. you can also listen and watch it with fiusm's streaming The staff serves as a resource to the university video. The website is updated five days a week. fiusm community for cross-cultural concerns and advises and accepts advertising. consults with the university community on matters Location: The Beacon, GC 210, Modesto A. Maidique pertaining to international students and visiting Campus, (305) 348-2709; WUC 220, Biscayne Bay researchers and scholars. ISSS is also responsible for Campus, (305) 919-4722. WRGP, GC 319, Modesto A. maintaining university compliance with the Student Maidique Campus, (305) 348-3071; fiusm.com, GC 210, Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) for the Modesto A. Maidique Campus. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). All new and/or international transfer students MUST THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND attend a MANDATORY orientation program before the RESIDENTIAL LIFE start of their first semester and MUST report to the ISSS office no later than one week after the start of classes. The Department of Housing and Residential Life provides The ISSS also offers social and cultural programs to assist housing for students at both the Modesto A. Maidique students in adapting more effectively to the university Campus and Biscayne Bay Campuses. There are six community and to living in Miami. An active International residential complexes five are located at the Modesto A. Student Club on each campus collaborates with the Maidique Campus and one on the Biscayne Bay Campus department in organizing various social activities. Club housing approximately 3,100 students on both campuses. programs enable students to participate in the Our student housing is designed to provide a comfortable international dimension of the university and provide living environment conducive to supporting students’ opportunities for involvement in the greater Miami academic success. The facilities are located within walking community. distance to classrooms, faculty offices, labs, recreation Location: GC 355, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) facilities, and other student services. There are multiple 348-2421; WUC 363, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- room types which provide a variety of accommodations to 5813. meet students’ housing needs and budgets. Web site: http://isss.fiu.edu The campus residential community provides unique opportunities for personal growth and development, MULTICULTURAL PROGRAM AND leadership experiences through student participation in SERVICES programming and activities, and developing an appreciation of and sensitivity to differences. Residents The Office of Multicultural Programs and Services (MPAS) have the opportunity to enjoy social and educational provides retention-centered services for our diverse events that are sponsored by the Residence Hall student body. MPAS offers students the personal, Association and Resident Assistants. The residence halls academic, social, and cultural support needed for the feature several Living and Learning Communities that achievement of their educational goals. Staff members include: FYRST (First Year Residents Succeeding assist with leadership development, counseling, career Together), FYRST Explore, FYRST Social Justice, Arts and academic advisement, financial assistance, tutorials, and Architecture, Honors Place, Honors Place 2, Honors and serve as liaisons to academic units and student Place on the Bay, Leaders in Residence, and a Law support services University-wide. Student Support Community. Housing academic tutors known as the A- Services (SSSP), a TRIO program, also falls under the Team are also available to assist students with their MPAS umbrella. This program is geared toward providing academic tutoring needs. a cohort of first-generation, low income students with All of the housing facilities have fast Ethernet various support services to help them attain their connections. Unlimited access to the web, basic cable bachelor’s degree. MPAS also houses two graduate television, and utilities are included in the room rental rate. assistant positions devoted to coordinating and promoting Each of the residence halls is staffed with both LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) professional and paraprofessional personnel to ensure the initiatives and programming. facilities are safe and well maintained. For more Student Organizations advised through MPAS include information regarding services and accommodations, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Black Student Union, 36 Student Affairs Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012 Stonewall Pride Alliance, On Point Poetry, MALES, The Commuter Center, located at Modesto A. Maidique NAACP, and Black Female Development Circle, Inc. Campus, assists students with obtaining information that Location: GC 216, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) will aid them in making a smooth transition to the 348-2436, WUC 253, Biscayne Bay Campus,(305) 919- University. A variety of services are available at the 5817; SSSP, GC 265, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, Center, including: off-campus housing information, (305) 348-6424; WUC 253, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) campus maps, parking information, local telephone 919-5817. access, and child care information. Web site: http://mpas.fiu.edu. The office coordinates large-scale events such as Panther Camp, Parent and Family Weekend, and provides AAA Tutorials (Assistance for Academic Achievement) is direction for the Panther Parents Association. a free tutoring service available for all enrolled FIU Location: GC 112, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) students at both campuses. 348-6414; WUC 141, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- Location: GC 267, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) 5804. 348-4109; WUC 253, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919-

5817. OFFICE OF STUDENT CONDUCT AND OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN CONFLICT RESOLUTION

The Ombudsman Office acts as an impartial and The mission of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution is confidential forum to assist students who have to promote concepts of respect, civility, fairness, and encountered problems or conflicts at the University, conflict resolution on campus by enforcing community particularly problems or concerns not adequately standards (FIU policies, federal, state, and local laws) and addressed through normal channels. This may include holding students accountable for their behavior in a fair, correcting processes or procedures which hinder resolving yet developmental manner, through the involvement of the the issue or are causing an inordinate delay. The campus community and educational development of Ombudsman may resolve problems through various students. methods, including investigation, mediation, or making Infringement of an academic nature should be directed to referrals to the appropriate university department for the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs. Complaints that review. The Ombudsman should be utilized in situations are non-academic should be directed to the Office of where all areas of appeal have been exhausted or proven Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution. unsuccessful. The Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution For more information or services, please contact the also: Office of the Ombudsman at (305) 348-2797 located in • Provides student conduct record background checks Graham Center 219 at Modesto A. Maidique Campus, or for various agencies (Secret Service, FBI, CIA, State located in WUC 325, Wolfe University Center, Biscayne Department, DEA, Federal Marshals, Law Bay Campus, (305) 919-5800. Enforcement Agencies, Military, Graduate Schools, Law Schools, Dean Certifications, Florida Bar ORIENTATION AND COMMUTER Examiners). STUDENT SERVICES • Assists in the selection and training of Student Conduct Committee members and hearing officers. The Office of Orientation and Commuter Student Services • Manages admissions clearances – The university provides resources, services, and programs to new reserves the right to review the case of any student students and the University’s commuter student who has been involved in misconduct prior to population. The “Panther Preview” Orientation program is admission to determine eligibility for admission. designed to assist new students with the transition to • Administers the student conduct process. Holds university life by introducing them to the vast array of students accountable for violations of the Student resources available at FIU, providing time to work with an Code of Conduct. academic advisor, and giving them an opportunity to get to • Provides educational programs for faculty, staff, and know their new classmates. New students meet with a students regarding the student conduct process; Peer Advisor who introduces them to the campus ethics and integrity; conflict resolution; and dealing surroundings and provides valuable insight into what it is with disruptive students in the classroom. like to be an FIU student. Students are also given the • Provides mediation as a possible avenue to foster opportunity to receive their official FIU Student ID/ Panther mutual respect and understanding when differences Card, discover the variety of ways to get involved on arise. Mediation through the Office of Student campus, and learn how to use the online student Conduct and Conflict Resolution is an informal, registration system. voluntary, and confidential way to resolve minor A mandatory two-day program for freshmen and a one conflicts, disputes, or disagreements without going day session for transfer students are held prior to the fall, through formal charges or judicial proceedings. spring, and summer semesters. A parent program is also Please refer to the Student Code of Conduct section in the offered during each freshman session to introduce parents FIU Student Handbook for more information regarding to FIU and assist them with preparing to meet the the student conduct process and procedure. The Office of challenges of parenting a college student. Information Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution is located in GC about registering for Orientation is e-mailed to newly 311 at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) 348-3939. admitted undergraduate students prior to the first term of Web site: http://www.fiu.edu/~sccr. enrollment.

Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012 Student Affairs 37 UNIVERSITY CENTERS Offices for Disability Resource Center, Multicultural Programs and Services, Career Services, International The University Center on each campus provides vital Student and Scholar Services, and Counseling and services to students and the University community. The Psychological Services. University support offices include Graham Center (GC) at Modesto A. Maidique Campus the Credit Union, the FIU One Card office, Panther Print and the Wolfe University Center (WUC) at Biscayne Bay and Mail, University Technology Services, and the Parking Campus are the focal points for the university community and Transportation Office. The Barnes and Noble to meet and interact in an educational and vibrant University Bookstore is located on the first floor next to environment. Staff in the centers coordinate the Panther Square. scheduling of space and assist with the production of Location: GC 2200, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) student and university sponsored events. 348-1506; WUC 256, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- As the hub of university life, these centers house the 5359. offices of Student Government Association (SGA); The administrative offices of the Wolfe Center are located Campus Life; Student Programming Council (SPC); in WUC 325 at Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919-5800. Council of Student Organizations (CSO); Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life; and the Faculty Club. WOMEN'S CENTER In the Graham Center, you will find the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, Ombudsman Office, The Women’s Center at FIU provides numerous programs and other departments of the Division of Student Affairs and services to support FIU women students in their that provide services to students like: Career Services, personal, academic, and professional development. The Center for Leadership and Service, Disability Resource Women’s Center collaborates and coordinates with other Center, International Student and Scholar Services, Multi- university departments and student organizations to meet faith Council, Office of Multicultural Programs and the needs and enhance the lives of the varied female Services, Orientation and Commuter Student Services, population on campus. Programs and services are open to Office of Pre-Collegiate Programs, Grants and McNair, the entire community, but focus on women and include Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution, and Women’s confidential referrals, leadership, and volunteer Center. opportunities. We educate and advocate for systematic The Graham Center also offers the following services: changes that will improve the lives of women and men. event planning, audio visual/multimedia support, state-of- Our curriculum includes the following programs: the-art computer labs, Lost and Found, ATMs, a satellite • Mentoring Partnerships Program cashiering office, locker rentals, notary public service, • Sisterhood Retreat vending machines, vending refunds, and Kaplan Test • Wild Succulent Women program series Preparation Center. Additionally, GC offers event facilities • Women Who Lead Conference such as: meeting rooms, ballrooms, and auditoriums for • Take Back the Night lectures, banquets, receptions, and weddings. There is a • Strong Women, Strong Girls student organization classroom wing located on the second floor and lounges • VOX, Voices for Planned Parenthood student throughout the building. University members can enjoy organization entertainment and the arts by visiting the Student Art Location: GC 2200, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) Gallery, the Porter Davis Game Room, The Beacon 348-1506; WUC second floor, Biscayne Bay Campus, student newspaper, and the student radio station (WRGP). (305) 919-5359. The GC mini-mall offers a variety of food locations: a fresh food concept-serving all you care to eat- Chili’s Too, Recharge U convenience store, Jamba Juice, Pollo PRE-COLLEGIATE PROGRAMS AND Tropical, Subway, Burger King, Sushi Maki, Einstein Bros. GRANTS Bagels, and Bustelo coffee shop. Other retail venues include: Barnes and Noble Bookstore (with Starbucks The Office of Pre-Collegiate Programs and Grants Café), Gamestop, Santi’s Hair and Nail Salon, Waves prepares, submits, and monitors external grant Spa, Panther’s Dry Cleaners, and Toshiba Copy Center. applications for the Division of Student Affairs. The office GC has LCD screens throughout the building also researches and investigates potential grant highlighting university activities and events. Visit the GC opportunities, provides direction in the monitoring and virtual tour by going to: evaluation of externally funded programs initiated by staff grahamcenter.fiu.edu/virtualtour.html. The members, and serves as liaison with the University’s administrative offices of the Graham Center are located at Sponsored Research Office. GC 1215 Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) 348-2297, This office develops partnerships with community and and the web site is grahamcenter.fiu.edu. local educational agencies and acts as liaison with private The Wolfe University Center (WUC) is located at the and public agencies and organizations. Training is heart of FIU’s Biscayne Bay Campus. It is home to the provided for division staff regarding development and 300-seat Mary Ann Wolfe Theater, houses a state-of-the- management of external funding opportunities. Policies art computer lounge, five large meeting rooms, and a regarding grants and grant writing are formulated and recently renovated multi-purpose ballroom. A multi- implemented. Pre-Collegiate Programs and Grants also purpose dining and catering facility, the student Fitness directs grant budgets and oversees budgeting of obtained Center, and several comfortable study lounges can also grants. be found in the WUC. It is also host to one of the most Location: MARC 414, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, complete and professional team-building training (305) 348-2446. programs in South Florida, the Team Ropes Adventure Challenge (TRAC). Tenants include Student Affairs 38 Student Affairs Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012 PRE-COLLEGIATE PROGRAMS COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL

SERVICES Pre-Collegiate Programs provide academic enrichment, career planning, financial aid guidance, and scholarship Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides opportunities to promising underrepresented students at a variety of services and resources designed to help the middle and high school levels. The programs also students achieve and maintain optimum mental health. expose students to the University environment through Students can also strengthen and develop: coping skills; residential and non-residential programs and assists in decision-making abilities; identification and management facilitating the transition to college. In partnership with of stressors; and communications skills. In addition, Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the following psycho-educational workshops and seminars focusing on programs are offered on both campuses: College Reach mental health issues are also available to the university Out, College Board Expanded Opportunity; Partners in community throughout the academic year. Students and Progress I and II; and South Florida Center of Excellence. the university community can utilize services in person or Location: GC 331, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) online. 348-1742. Caps services include: • Individual, group, and couples therapy for issues UPWARD BOUND such as: anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and

interpersonal and relationship problems The Upward Bound pre-collegiate program is a federally funded project designed to prepare underserved high • In-person screenings for substance abuse and school students for college. Upward Bound provides eating disorders participants with supplemental instruction in academic • Psychological and neurological testing areas, counseling, life skills training, financial aid, and a • Biofeedback summer residential experience. • Crisis intervention Location: GC 331, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) • Psychiatric services 348-1742. • Victim advocacy support services, such as: Educational Talent Search --Assistance in accessing community and Educational Talent Search is a federal initiative to serve university resources, and helping students disadvantaged middle and high school students who need understand the different options available to them support to complete high school and to gain entry into a during or after experiencing actual or threatened post secondary institution. The program provides services abuse or violence. This information is also and activities that address the personal, academic, career, available to students who may want resources for and cultural needs of each participant. someone they know. Location: WUC, 257, Biscayne Bay Campus, (305) 919- --Help with issues related to relationship abuse, 4223. sexual assault, stalking, assault and battery, Upward Bound Math and Science homicide of friend or relative, hate crimes, The focus of the Upward Bound Math Science program at harassment, and re-emergence of problems as a FIU is to prepare low income potential first generation result of a past abuse such as childhood sexual students to enter careers in biomedical science and abuse. engineering. To that end, the FIU UBMS provides --Other services available (according to the academic and enrichment services in mathematics and wishes of the victim) are: the sciences that will ensure successful completion of their • Safety planning high school education and the eventual matriculation and • Understanding and navigating the graduation from a post secondary institution of higher criminal justice system education. As a supplement to their academics, the • Assistance in making police reports (if UBMS program provides a wide range of services and desired) activities that are of a personal, career, and cultural • Petitioning the court for an injunction for nature. The program has year-round and Summer protection (“restraining order”) components. The target high schools are North Miami, • Finding legal assistance Booker T. Washington, Miami Central, Miami • Finding emergency safe shelter Northwestern, Miami Norland, and Miami Carol City. • Communicating with professors and/or Location: WUC 257, Biscayne Bay (305) 919-4045. other parties as requested by the victim Ronald E. McNair Post Baccalaureate Achievement • Help with university administrative Program procedures The McNair Program is a federally funded project. The • Student conduct proceedings purpose of the McNair Program is to assist low-income, • Escort to appointments, hearings, and first generation college and/or under-represented minority medical facilities college students to make the transition from their • Help with other solutions that may be baccalaureate to doctoral studies. Participants have the necessary opportunity to conduct scholarly research under the CAPS online programs include: supervision of a faculty mentor from the Sciences, Engineer, and/or Mathematics Departments. • Workshops for time management, anger Location: MARC 414, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, management, and stress management (305) 348-7151. • Screenings for anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and bipolar disorder Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012 Student Affairs 39 • Student Bodies—a program for women that current, activated Panther photo ID is required for access focuses on developing healthy eating and to all recreation facilities and programs. exercise habits Other areas of interest include adventure recreation • PASS—a program designed to improve student programs (offering trips in and out-of-state), sport clubs, academic and personal functioning Lose It Weight Loss Program, and special events. Location: UHSC 270, Modesto A. Maidique Campus, (305) Both recreation offices provide student employment 348-CAPS (2277); WUC 320, Biscayne Bay Campus, opportunities as sports officials, customer service and (305) 919-5305. weight room attendants, recreation facility supervisors, Web site: http://fiu.edu/~psychser lifeguards, group fitness instructors, personal trainers, and Victim services may also be accessed through a 24-hour office assistants. crisis hotline: (305) 348-3000. Location: Web site: http://www.vac.fiu.edu MMC Recreation Services/Rec Center: (305) 348-2575 BBC Campus Recreation/Fitness Center: (305) 919-5678 CAMPUS RECREATION SERVICES MMC Recreation Center Membership Desk: 348-2951 MMC Panther Hall Pool: 348-1895 Recreational sports programs and fitness facilities are BBC Aquatic Center: 919-4549 available for Florida International University students, IM sports: 348-1054 (MMC), 919-4595 (BBC) faculty, staff and alumni through the Offices of Recreation Tennis Center: 348-6327 (MMC), 919-4595 (BBC) Services (MMC) and Campus Recreation (BBC). Funding MMC Racquetball reservations: 348-2900 for these services is primarily through student fees Web site: http://www.recreation.fiu.edu . allocated by the FIU Student Government Association (SGA). A variety of Intramural (IM) Sports are offered on each campus, including men’s, women’s and co-rec leagues in sports such as flag football, basketball, volleyball, softball and soccer, and tournaments for sports like racquetball, tennis, and golf. Individuals looking for a team are encouraged to register as “free agents”. Registration for Intramural Sports can be initiated via the web on the Campus Recreation Services website (see URL below). The 50,000+ square foot MMC Recreation Center (RC) is equipped with state-of-the-art exercise and cardiovascular fitness equipment. In addition to free weights, the center provides resistance and selectorized equipment, steppers, upright and recumbent bicycles, treadmills, rowers, and ellipticals. A basketball gym, locker rooms and a Pro Shop are also available. The Rec Center is located west of the Health Services Complex. Over 50 PantherFIT group fitness classes per week are scheduled in the RC. Low cost or free classes offered throughout the year include Pilates, ultimate abs, and Zumba, as well as specialty classes such as yoga, Spinning, and BodyPump. Fitness orientations, body composition evaluations, and personal training are also featured. Non-credit fitness workshops and First Aid/CPR/AED certifications are offered. The BBC Fitness Center is located on the first floor of the Wolfe University Center (WUC), room 160. The 12,000 square foot Fitness Center features 21 cardiovascular machines with locker rooms and showers, nine flat screen televisions, a Bose sound system, an array of LifeFitness selectorized, and Hammer Strength fitness equipment. Additionally, there is a state-of-the-art aerobics studio with ballet bars and separate Bose sound system. Cardio vascular group exercise classes include yoga, hip hop dance, belly dancing, body sculpting, dance aerobics, and Zumba Free massages are offered on Mondays. The two campuses offer other facilities for recreational use. The Tennis Centers on each campus offer lighted courts, and tennis lessons are available. The BBC Aquatic Center and Panther Hall Pool provide on-campus swimming opportunities. At MMC, students have free access to nearby Tamiami Pool during lap swim hours. At MMC, the U.S. Century Bank Arena houses two indoor racquetball courts available on a reservation basis. A