What is World Humanitarian Day?

With the school year beginning in a few weeks, almost everyone is scrambling to prepare for the fall semester. Many students may already have started their back-to-school shopping for textbooks and other school supplies along with shoes, clothing, and laptops—maybe even furniture if they’re going to college out of town and living off campus. With…

Conquistadors give up 101 points in loss to Keiser

(Box Score) WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. ( Nov. 8, 2023) – Florida National has conceded 214 points through two games in the 2023-24 season following a 101-62 loss to the Keiser University Seahawks on Nov. 8.  In the first half, Keiser took eight trips to the free throw line while FNU went 2-4 from the…

Late-game heroics keep Conquistadors at bay versus Falcons

(Box Score) HIALEAH, Fla. (Jan. 9, 2024) – Florida National University’s men’s basketball team put up a valiant effort against a tough Continental Athletic Conference (CAC) foe and the NAIA’s No. 25 Florida College Falcons (14-4) Tuesday. FNU (3-11) fell to the Falcons 75-72 after a thrilling back-and-forth battle at Conn Gymnasium. The Falcons had…

Fast Food: A Cardio-renal Bullet?

by Dr. Carlos Cuervo, Florida National University Faculty Member For the last 30 years scientific journals have reported the consequences of lipids and salt in the etiology of cardio-vascular and renal diseases. Several studies have recommended diets and provided nutritional values of different foods as a means of creating awareness and protect our body. In…

Men’s basketball falls in season opener, 74-71

(Box Score) LAKE WALES, Fla. ( Oct. 27, 2023) – Florida National University’s men’s basketball team (0-1) has seen this film before, as the Conquistadors fell in their season opener to the Warner University Royals (1-0) 74-71 Friday. The Conquistadors opened the 2022-23 season in a similar fashion against the Sun Conference Royals, losing 76-65…

Which Nursing Program in Miami Should I Choose?

If you’re thinking of enrolling in a nursing program in Miami, but are undecided on which type of program to enroll in, the first thing you need to do is conduct a bit of research. Choosing a college program of any kind is nothing to take lightly. It’s an investment of your time and…

What Do You Learn in Criminal Justice Classes?

If you’re interested in making a difference in your community and safeguarding the rights of citizens within it, consider studying for a degree in criminal justice. A criminal justice degree allows you to work in law enforcement, corrections, within the courts, or in security. There will always be a high demand for those with expertise…

Setting Academic Goals for the 2016 New Year

By now, most people have already broken their New Year’s resolution, but that doesn’t mean that all is lost for the remainder of 2016! A New Year’s resolution is simply a promise that you keep to yourself—a promise that many of us break, which is one of the reasons why it’s so symbolic to make…

Do Universities in Miami Offer a BSN Program?

Dozens of universities nationwide offer quality BSN programs. But not all of them offer the advantages of learning in a diverse metropolitan area. As a nursing student, you’ll have plenty of time between classes to explore the surrounding culture and medical landscape wherever you train. However, if you like a diverse population and world-class hospitals,…

The Benefits of Continuing Education Programs in Miami, FL

There’s no doubt about it. Academic achievements open doors to your future career! Living in Miami, Florida where almost everything is fast-paced, many aspiring college students are looking to continuing education programs to get a leg up in their field of interest. Yet, there are so many advantages to enrolling in a continuing education…