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Daniel Pressman promoted to interim head men’s basketball coach

HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 10, 2023) – Florida National University’s red-hot men’s basketball team (3-5) will have a new leader in the locker room, as first-year assistant coach Daniel Pressman will take over head coaching responsibilities for the Conquistadors. Pressman’s promotion follows the departure of former head coach Marcos Molina on Dec. 7.  Florida National has…

Foul trouble pushes Bobcats to 83-75 victory over FNU

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 9, 2023) – Florida National University’s men’s basketball team posted another impressive outing versus one of the NAIA’s best following a tough 83-75 loss to No. 24 St. Thomas University Bobcats. This was interim head coach Daniel Pressman’s first appearance on the court since taking over coaching duties for the…

FNU’s late surge helps defeat TBC 69-62

(Box Score) JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Dec. 7, 2023) – Florida National University’s women’s basketball team earned a come-from-behind win versus Trinity Baptist College in Jacksonville, Fla., 69-62. FNU (2-5) had some worrying offensive struggles but the Eagles (3-6) did not do enough on both sides of the ball to close the door on FNU after taking…

What Does a Dental Assistant Do?

Oral care is as essential to most Americans as medical care. However, services are often scarce because there are too few oral care professionals to meet the growing demand. If you’re passionate about smiles, why not become part of this growing industry as a dental assistant? Few careers are as personally and professionally rewarding, and…

Conquistadors survive for 87-84 win over Keiser

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 6, 2023) – The Florida National University Conquistadors weathered a tough competitor in Keiser University Dec. 6 for a gritty 87-84 win on the road. The Conquistadors (3-4) fell behind early but managed to cut the Seahawks’ (6-3) lead to just 11 before halftime. FNU went on to outscore Keiser…

What is the Difference Between a Rehabilitation Aide and a Physical Therapist Assistant?

Rehabilitation aide (RA) and physical therapist assistant (PTA) are two job titles that sound alike, but the roles are very different. Responsibilities may overlap, but the scope of practice differs significantly. Both are rewarding careers, however, for anyone interested in physical therapy and rehabilitation. The Bureau for Labor Statistics’ 15% projected increase in demand for PTAs through…

Barry prevails over Conquistadors, 100-31

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 4, 2023) – Florida National University’s hopes of an upset against the Barry University Buccaneers will have to take a back seat after a rough exhibition loss on Dec. 4. The Bucs (5-2) were strategic, jumping to a 45-18 lead at halftime and never looking back. Notably, FNU (2-4) had…

Robinson’s undeniable performance earns him CAC Player of the Week

HIALEAH, Fla. (Dec. 4, 2023) – Florida National University’s sophomore sensation Matthew Robinson is the Continental Athletic Conference (CAC) Men’s Basketball Player of the Week following the Conquistadors’ stunning 88-78 victory over No. 17 Ave Maria University on Nov. 29. Robinson was a huge part of the Conquistadors’ victory, both on offense and defense. The…

What Do You Learn During a Natural Science Degree Program?

As you embark on your journey to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Science, you’ll dive into a curriculum that offers a rich array of courses spanning the various branches of science. What Do You Learn During a Natural Science Degree Program? These courses provide a comprehensive understanding of the principles that govern…

Do Allied Health Professions Require Medical Degrees?

Allied health professionals are a diverse group of diagnostic, therapeutic, technical, and administrative specialists. Members of the healthcare team each bring unique expertise to the table. Whether your interests lie in science or administration, there’s a career for you as an allied health professional. Do Allied Health Professions Require Degrees? Education requirements for allied health professions…

FNU eSports finishes fall campaign as division champs

HIALEAH, Fla. (Nov. 30, 2023) – Florida National University’s flourishing eSports program defeated Truman State University to claim its first League of Legends division championship. TSU came into the Nov. 28 contest 7-0 and at the top of the division before a stellar performance from the Conquistadors stunned TSU’s talented players. In the 2-0 win,…

Robinson leads upset over undefeated No. 17 Gyrenes

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. ( Nov. 29, 2023) – Driven by a 34-point performance from sophomore guard Matthew Robinson, Florida National University pushed past the newly minted No. 17 Ave Maria Gyrenes on November 29 for its first home victory of the 2023-24 season. The Gyrenes (8-1) had a true Icarus and the Sun moment…

Bobcats dominate Conquistadors, 87-60

(Box Score) MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (Nov. 28, 2023) – For the seventh time in eight meetings, Florida National University (1-5) fell short of the mark versus the St. Thomas University Bobcats (5-2) Tuesday. The Conquistadors’ 87-60 loss was driven by an excellent second quarter from the Bobcats where STU posted thirty points en route to…

Cordova-Millet and Moreno Bendala named NAIA Scholar-Athletes

HIALEAH, Fla. (Nov. 24, 2023) – Florida National University’s Elis Cordova-Millet and Sofia Moreno Bendala are 2023 Daktronics NAIA Women’s Volleyball Scholar-Athletes. The NAIA released the list of this season’s Scholar-Athletes with Graceland University leading all schools with 20 honorees. Concordia Univesity followed closely behind with 18 selections. “The 2023 list features 1,206 student-athletes who…

Seven FNU cross country runners earned NAIA Scholar-Athlete award

HIALEAH, Fla. (Nov. 24, 2023) – Florida National University’s cross country teams combined for seven 2023 Daktronics NAIA Scholar-Athletes. FNU’s four honorees on the men’s side are Cristopher Carmenate, Leon Kipkoech, Michael Kipchumba and Roger Guardiola. For the Conquistador women, Hassell Zeledon, Heather Castro and Prisilla Gonzalez round out the list of FNU honorless. “The…