First Generation Scholarship Program – Page 3

14th Annual Torch Awards Gala breaks attendance record

Posted on April 1, 2015 at 2:00 am.

With over 800 people in attendance this year, the 14th Annual Torch Awards Gala broke a university record. “We know you could’ve been at Ultra, but you’re here. This is our Ultra,” President Mark B. Rosenberg told alumni and guests during his keynote address at dinner. The Torch Awards, hosted by the Alumni Association and […]

DreamMakers Breakfast raises more than $250,000 for First Gen scholarships

Posted on October 25, 2014 at 9:27 am.

Written by FIU Foundation, Inc.

Over 200 guests attended this year, including Lourdes “Luly” Balepogi, chair-elect of the President’s Council and chair of the First Generation Task Force, who said that for her the most powerful part of the DreamMakers event is always the student testimonials. “When we hear the story of our speaker and of the students we share […]

First Generation Scholarship Fund Receives Support with STEM Focus

Posted on December 1, 2013 at 3:52 pm.

Written by FIU Foundation, Inc.

Rajiv Jain, chief investment officer of Vontobel Asset Management, is one of many donors who understand the growing importance of preparing students to pursue careers in the STEM field, particularly students who will be the first in their families to earn a college degree – which is more than 50% of FIU’s undergraduate student body.

From First Generation Student to Supporter

Posted on December 1, 2013 at 3:52 pm.

Written by FIU Foundation, Inc.

FIU has graduated thousands of Worlds Ahead alumni since opening for classes in 1972. Successful business owner, entrepreneur and financial expert Manny Miranda ’78 is one of them. His ongoing advocacy and involvement with FIU has been a vital part of the university’s sustained growth.

Empowering FIU’s First Generation Law Students

Posted on September 15, 2013 at 12:00 pm.

Written by FIU Foundation, Inc.

A new scholarship will benefit first generation law students at FIU. In honor of Judge Henry Leyte-Vidal, The Honorable Henry Leyte-Vidal Scholarship is made possible through a gift from College of Law graduate Marco A. Leyte-Vidal III ’10, cousin of the Judge.

Setting a Precedent

Posted on March 15, 2013 at 12:00 pm.

Written by FIU Foundation, Inc.

Having worked since she was 16 to relieve her mother’s financial burden, Vivian Arias knows what it means to sacrifice. Her constant need to work to provide for her family has made her studies more challenging, but she has not allowed her financial situation to deter her from pursuing an education. A senior in the College of Business Administration’s School of Accounting, Vivian is now setting a precedent in her family as a first generation student.

Honors College Alumnus Creates Worlds Ahead Scholarship Funds

Posted on March 15, 2013 at 12:00 pm.

Written by FIU Foundation, Inc.

Graduate of the FIU Honors College with a degree in International Business/International Relations and Lifetime Alumni Association member of the College of Business Administration Chapter, Norman Uriarte has found a way to give back to his alma mater after establishing a booming business catering to global service projects for colleges and universities.

Igniting FIU Dreams since 1972

Posted on March 15, 2013 at 12:00 pm.

Written by FIU Foundation, Inc.

In the words of founding FIU professor Stephen M. Fain, Ed.D., “The great appeal to come to FIU was a result of two primary factors: the idea that this was a new place and an opportunity to work in shaping a new institution.”

Waves of Impact

Posted on January 15, 2013 at 3:52 pm.

Written by FIU Foundation, Inc.

An FIU Development Officer in the Division of University Advancement and graduate student pursuing a master’s in Public Administration, Mykaelle “Myka” Figueiredo is a prime example of a student leader empowered to realize her dreams through scholarship support.