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Late-game heroics keep Conquistadors at bay versus Falcons

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Jan. 9, 2024) – Florida National University’s men’s basketball team put up a valiant effort against a tough Continental Athletic Conference (CAC) foe and the NAIA’s No. 25 Florida College Falcons (14-4) Tuesday. FNU (3-11) fell to the Falcons 75-72 after a thrilling back-and-forth battle at Conn Gymnasium. The Falcons had…

FNU routs Johnson University Suns on the road

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Jan. 9, 2024) – Florida National University’s women’s basketball team captured just its second road win of the 2023-24 season thanks to a dominant display on offense from two newcomers. Guards Jullie Ruiz Paneto and Kaylee Llanos’ 2024 debuts saw them combine for 38 points in a 99-51 victory for the…

Diploma or Degree? What Is the Difference?

The job market is changing, so schools are fine-tuning their programs. Students can pursue degrees or opt for diplomas that offer a quicker transition from the classroom to the field. What you seek should reflect your personal and professional goals, but significant differences exist. The path you choose shapes your career trajectory. What is the…

What are the Different Levels of Nursing Degrees?

Are you interested in becoming a nurse? Are you already an LPN or RN and want to advance in your nursing career? Florida National University offers different degrees in nursing. You can choose between an ASN, BSN, or MSN degree program depending on your previous education and career goals. What are the Different Levels of…

What Do You Learn During a Psychology Degree Program?

Are you interested in how the human mind works? Want to help others and enjoy a rewarding career? If this sounds like you, consider a psychology degree program. So, what is psychology? What is Psychology? Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior. The science of psychology benefits society and enhances our lives,…

What Does a Systems Administrator Do?

When a company’s Information Technology (IT) system is down, it costs them productivity, revenue, and downtime expenses. These expenses can be costly for any company, big or small. Situations like this are where the systems administrator comes in. They monitor the system to ensure everyone in the company and its systems can function correctly. What…

Conquistadors unveil 2024 schedule

HIALEAH, Fla. (Jan. 4, 2024) – Florida National University’s rejuvenated baseball program released a 50-game slate for the quickly approaching 2024 season. The Conquistadors look to improve on a historic 2023 campaign where FNU broke the record for most wins in a season with 16 victories. Florida National boasts a rigorous schedule this year, including…

Do I Need a Diploma to Become a Medical Assistant?

Healthcare professionals contribute to the well-being of their patients. Still, there is a group of clinical professionals without whom healthcare would come to a standstill. Known as frontline healthcare workers, they serve the community face-to-face, connecting people with providers and resources. There is no better example of frontline heroes than medical assistants. Medical assistants tackle…

FNU exits Gyrene Christmas Classic with 78-60 loss to SMWC

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 29, 2023) – Florida National University’s women’s basketball team dropped its fourth straight game after a loss to the Saint Mary-of-the-Woods Pomeroys on Dec. 29. The Conquistadors finished their time at the Gyrene Christmas Class in Ave Maria, Fla., with a tough 78-60 setback versus a fundamentally sound SMWC squad.…

Gyrenes handle Conquistadors 72-57

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 28, 2023) – Florida National University’s women’s basketball team (3-8) suffered its eighth setback this season following a 72-57 loss to the Ave Maria University Gyrenes (7-5) on Dec. 28. The Conquistadors visited Ave Maria, Fla., for day one of the Gyrene Christmas Classic and were unceremoniously handed their third…

FNU falls in final game of 2023 calendar year

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 20, 2023) – Florida National University’s men’s basketball team (3-10) adds another close loss to its 2023 total. The Conquistadors fell at home to the Southeastern University Fire (8-5) 74-63. The Fire came into Bucky Dent Park on Dec. 20 and executed a fast-paced win on the road, despite posting…

Conquistadors drop to 3-7 after blowout loss to Tigers

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 19, 2023) – Florida National’s women’s basketball team fell in its second straight contest, this time to the Dakota Wesleyan University Tigers 95-48. The Tigers (8-3) dominated from start to finish, posting 10 threes in the game and shooting 43.3% from the floor. Florida National (3-7) could not get production…

FNU’s comeback efforts fall short against the Warriors

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 18, 2023) – Florida National’s men’s basketball team earned another tough loss on Dec. 18, falling to the Midland University Warriors 96-89. FNU allowed the Warriors to shoot 30 free throws after committing 24 personal fouls in the loss. The Warriors outrebounded FNU 37-32 and forced 11 Conquistador turnovers. In…

Warriors outlast Conquistadors at Cruzin Classic

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 18, 2023) – Florida National University was unable to mount a comeback win against the Midland University Warriors on its first day of the Cruzin Classic hosted by St. Thomas University. The Warriors (3-9) attempted a staggering 31 shots from the free throw line, connecting on 21 of them in the…

Kirlew secures CAC Player of the Week award

HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 18, 2023) – Florida National University’s Tyra Kirlew earned the Continental Athletic Conference (CAC) Women’s Basketball Player of the Week award following a clutch performance against the University of Fort Lauderdale on Dec. 15. This is the final CAC weekly honor for the 2023 calendar year. The Nassau, Bahamas, native went 6-8…