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Ms. Kimberley Cumberbatch, a native from Barbados, recently completed a Respiratory Therapy review program at Florida National University (FNU). In this article, she shares her experiences as an international student and attending Florida National University. [caption id="attachment_11851" align="alignleft" width="300"] FNU Kimberley Cumberbatch with her mom enjoying a Conquistador game[/caption] I am an international student from Barbados in the Caribbean enrolled at Florida National University in a first time ever Respiratory... Read More

Each year, we make promises to ourselves that we can’t always keep. We make them in the first place because we recognize their value or have been advised by the people we trust to reach certain goals. Although it’s ultimately our decision to follow through with the promises we make to ourselves and to others, attaining higher education is not something that should fall to the wayside. If you’re considering... Read More

[caption id="attachment_11718" align="alignright" width="224"] Prof. Elosegui with Holocaust Survivor Mr. Henry Flescher[/caption] On February 18th, 2014, Professor Daylen Elosegui took her "Introduction to Ethics" class on a field trip to the Holocaust Memorial at Miami Beach. There the students met Mr. Henry Flescher, a Holocaust survivor. During the activity, students heard Henry's narrative about his days at Auschwitz and Buchenwald. They were able to ask him questions and gather enough... Read More

Although Florida National University’s premier athletic team, the Conquistadors, is relatively new within college sports, the dedication of the players and their family has been unbelievable. To demonstrate the gratitude each player and their respective families have for one another, we caught up with Heather Beard, mother of Bruce Evan Moorman, who is the Conquistador’s Shooting Guard. Mrs. Beard’s interest in her son’s athletic career was apparent after she provided... Read More

The criminal justice system in the United States holds many esteemed occupations as the main objective behind these jobs are to keep society safe. Specific characteristics come into play for pursuing and maintaining an occupation within the criminal justice system, such as confidence, assertiveness, critical thinking skills, and respect for the law. If this sounds like you, then earning a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice is the first step to... Read More

What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a chronic musculoskeletal condition that affects one’s joints and soft tissues. Although symptoms vary from one patient to the next, the most common symptoms associated with fibromyalgia are widespread pain, often known as “tender points,” and fatigue. Other symptoms include depression, anxiety, abdominal pain, chronic headaches and an inability to concentrate. Unfortunately, there is no cure for fibromyalgia as it is one of the most... Read More

The best way for creative professionals to demonstrate their expertise is to share what they’ve done. Rather than sending a prospective employer or client your work by attaching files to an email, enhance your résumé by developing an online portfolio. What is a Portfolio? Before the advent of digital technology, creative professionals used to create their portfolios by scratch! Now design professionals have endless opportunities to make them stand out... Read More

[caption id="attachment_11652" align="alignleft" width="300"] graduation cap on cash[/caption] The first step towards winning a scholarship is to apply for it. It is often said that one should apply early and apply often. Missing a deadline and applying late will send your application to the bottom of the pile. Everyone you ask will have his or her own pointers for a good scholarship application. You will get a range of advice... Read More

The following resources have been provided by Federal Student Aid an Office of the U.S. Department of Education. Class of 2013: If you just graduated and you have student loans, you should probably watch this… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJHySMdXjxE Class of 2013: Is your student loan debt high compared to your income? Check out our income-driven repayment plans: http://studentaid.ed.gov/About/announcements/income-driven Class of 2013: Do you know how much you've borrowed in federal student loans?... Read More

The following resources have been provided by Federal Student Aid an Office of the U.S. Department of Education. The new FAFSA for the 2014-15 school year is now available! Let the funds begin: www.fafsa.gov One thing you don’t need for the FAFSA? Money! Remember, the FAFSA is FREE when you use the official .gov site: www.fafsa.gov The first "F" in FAFSA stands for FREE. You never have to pay to... Read More