Students’ Success Stories
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Florida National University Dental Technician Alumnus, Mr. Douglas Conrado, visits FNU and shares his story!
Douglas Conrado visited Florida National University (FNU), with a big smile on his face, reminisced, and shared his personal story of his journey from a Dental Technician student to being the owner of a dental clinic! Back in 1983, Douglas was working as a maintenance man at a local shopping center. His maintenance job consisted…
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FNU SGA President uses Philanthropic Passion to Organize Charitable 5K
Philanthropy is one of the principles which Florida National University (FNU) is built upon. Our founder, Dr. Jose Regueiro, was passionate about giving back to those less fortunate and enriching the community through charity. We carry that legacy with us every day, through all our endeavors. The most recent display is the upcoming 5K Running…
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FNU Student Finds Success Amidst Adversity
For current FNU student Rosa Alina Chirino, the decision to migrate to this country was charged by aspirations of creating a greater future, regardless of the inevitable adversity. Rosa Alina came from Cuba in February of 2016 with limited resources but an abundance of hope. After seeing an ad for FNU on TV, she called…
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Job Fair pairs FNU Alumni with Dream Career
One’s strength and mental fortitude will always be questioned in the path to success. FNU Alumni Noralina Almora is a testament to the perseverance and commitment that makes our students great. Noralina, 27, came to this country from her native Cuba at 9 years old. After finishing high school, she completed her pre-requisites at Miami-Dade…
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Through Great Dedication, FNU Nursing Student Becomes Professor
HIALEAH, FL – For Leticia Perez, success was not something that came easily. After a countless number of sleepless nights, through great sacrifice and dedication, Leticia has found a home for her career in the same place where it all started, Florida National University (FNU). Leticia Perez came to this country illegally from Cuba…
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ESL Scholarship Winner Expresses Gratitude
Florida National University (FNU) in partnership with Real Concepts Magazine awarded a scholarship to Mrs. Denia Balmaseda so she can learn English through FNU’s English as a Second Language (ESL) program. To show her appreciation, Mrs. Balmaseda (who currently does not speak English) asked Real Concepts Magazine to draft a letter of appreciation on her…
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Jose Crossier Rising Music Sensation and FNU Alumnus
Mr. Jose Crossier arrived in the United States in 2000 from Cuba. Realizing that he needed to learn English to be able to achieve his dreams, Jose enrolled in Florida National University’ English as a Second Language (ESL) program. After successfully completing the program, Mr. Crossier enrolled in Florida National University (FNU) as a degree-seeking…
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Ms. Ileana Felipe Santos, FNU MBA Graduate
Ms. Ileana Felipe Santos, FNU MBA Graduate Born in HolguÃn, Cuba, Ms. Ileana Felipe Santos immigrated to the United States as apolitical refugee. After establishing herself in Miami, Florida, Ms. Santos pursued her educational dreams by completing her Master in Business Administration from Florida National University (FNU).
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Meet Ms. Luz Essraowi Recent MBA Graduate from Florida National University
Where were you born? I was born in Puerto Rico, but I grew in Newark, New Jersey. Did you go to high school in Miami? If yes, which high school did you graduate from? Unfortunately, I was not able to go to High School due to family circumstances; however, I completed my GED in Olympic…
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A Thank You Letter from an FNU Student
Mr. Oscar de Cárdenas is a Florida National University (FNU). He started his post-secondary journey with FNU in June of 2013. He is currently working on finishing his Bachelors of Science in Business Administration. Recently, he wrote a letter to FNU President/CEO, Dr. Maria C. Regueiro, praising the institution, its faculty and staff. With his…
