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Life at FIU

11 Facts You Didn’t Know about FIU

Florida International University is well-known for its focus on research and embracing the unknown. In that spirit, here are fun facts you should know about FIU while considering where to study! 1. Students come from 142 different countries. Giphy The student population comes from all 50 US states and 142 countries. You’ll get to meet... Continue reading 11 Facts You Didn’t Know about FIU
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College tips, Life at FIU

“Learning to call my dorm home” -Mazin Al Jabri, Oman

Mazin Al Jabri, Global First Year student from Oman, shares a memorable experience from his first year at Florida International University (FIU) - learning to feel at home in his dorm! "I have never been able to transition as easily as many people believe I do. Change makes me nervous. Moving to Miami from my... Continue reading “Learning to call my dorm home” -Mazin Al Jabri, Oman
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American Culture

Letting the Cat Out of the Bag: American Idioms Explained (G-P)

Adjusting to life in a new culture can be challenging enough without language getting in the way. We’re here to explain even more idioms you’ll hear in the USA so these phrases actually make sense. Missed part 1 of our American idioms series? Check that out too!   Get off my back When you want someone... Continue reading Letting the Cat Out of the Bag: American Idioms Explained (G-P)
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American Culture, College tips

5 “app-ealing” Ways to Learn English

Did you know that there are some great mobile apps to help you with your English? With these apps below, you can get more comfortable using English and discover new words. Soon, you’ll be talking more in class, making new friends and even having fun learning!    Duolingo  Learning should be fun. And Duolingo makes learning and practicing English very fun! How? By turning... Continue reading 5 “app-ealing” Ways to Learn English
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College tips, Life at FIU, Check out FIU highlights, which include summer activities, student internships, university culture, and various things to do in Miami! Miami

What’s Going on This Weekend?

We’re going to the zoo with some of our ELI Global First Year students on Saturday!  In case you can’t make it, here’s a list of other fun events going on in Miami this weekend. Friday, May 8th, 2015 Free Fridays at The Wolfsonian; 6-9pm Learn more about The Wolfsonian Collection and related art and design themes... Continue reading What’s Going on This Weekend?
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American Culture, Life at FIU, Check out FIU highlights, which include summer activities, student internships, university culture, and various things to do in Miami! Miami

Cat Got Your Tongue? American Idioms Explained (A-F)

Every language and culture has its own quirks that can confuse newcomers. Idioms, or common phrases that only make sense with a little further explanation, especially love to “throw a curve ball” at you. But after you read this list, understanding American idioms will be “as easy as taking candy from a baby.” As easy... Continue reading Cat Got Your Tongue? American Idioms Explained (A-F)
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American Culture, College tips, Life at FIU

Going “Greek”: About US College Fraternities and Sororities

Walk around Florida International University and you’ll hear students mentioning “Greek life,” fraternities or sororities. Here’s what it all means, so you can better understand this popular aspect of student life at many US universities. What is Greek life? Greek life is the term used to reference fraternities (typically for men) and sororities (typically for... Continue reading Going “Greek”: About US College Fraternities and Sororities