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FIU study challenges leading explanation for why galaxies stop forming stars
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Jewish Museum of Florida begins new chapter as independent organization while maintaining FIU partnership
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FIU named Florida’s #1 top-performing public university for fourth consecutive year
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As one of the nation's largest, most dynamic universities, it's no surprise that the great work we do at FIU is making headlines. Whether you're a journalist looking to get in touch with an FIU area expert or a faculty member seeking to promote cutting-edge work, we're here to help.
Maydel Santana
Associate Vice President of Media and Executive Communications
305-348-1555
santanam@fiu.edu
Madeline Baro
Senior Director of Media Relations
305-348-2234
mbaro@fiu.edu
Brian Zimmerman
Senior Media Relations Specialist
305-348-2232
bzimmerm@fiu.edu
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