FIU Special Collections and University Archives

10/15/2025

Join us for the opening day of the Haitian Drapo Art Exhibition!

The event will feature a conversation with artist Mireille Delice and scholar Pierre Minn, Department of Anthropology at Université de Montréal, to discuss the cultural, spiritual, and artistic significance of these powerful works.

08/28/2025

Throwback Thursday from the Archives.
Then ➡️ Now: FIU Libraries
Still your favorite study spot - just with better wifi! 💙 💛 🐾

08/22/2025

Before classes kick off, check out the very first orientation booklet ever given to FIU students:
“Everything* You’ve Always Wanted to Know About FIU But Were Afraid to Ask.” 💛💙

This retro gem is tucked away in the University Archives, right inside your new favorite study spot: the FIU Libraries! 🐾

From the '70s to now, some things never change — the library is still the place to be.

✨ See you Monday! ✨

02/13/2025

01/28/2025

Please join us in the Gallery at Green Library throughout January for a viewing of our "Humo" exhibit created by Cosmo Hermida. This exhibition explores the symbolism of smoke and ci**rs featuring a dynamic collection of Hermida's work alongside historic materials from FIU Libraries Special Collections & University Archives. This breathtaking exhibit is free for all to view. You don't want to miss out.

01/28/2025

Born on January 28, 1853, José Martí was a poet, journalist, and revolutionary whose writings and activism shaped Cuba’s fight for independence. Across the Americas, statues of Martí honor his enduring legacy, including this monument by José Vilalta de Saavedra. Unveiled in 1905 in Havana’s Parque Central, the statue shows Martí in a moment of thoughtful reflection, pen in hand, representing his role as both an intellectual and a fighter for Cuban independence.
This 1980s photo, from the Bernard Diederich Collection and shared by FIU Special Collections and University Archives, goes beyond the monument itself by showing the daily life around it—an enduring reminder of Martí’s presence in Cuban identity and culture.
http://dpanther.fiu.edu/dpService/dpPurlService/purl/FISP005569/00001

01/21/2025

On January 21, 1933, The Hornet, Miami’s notorious weekly, hit the stands with headlines filled with scandal, drama, and the absurd. This tabloid thrived on attention-grabbing stories to sell copies, providing their readers with an early dose of sensationalism.
This issue, along with others from Miami’s print history, is preserved in FIU Special Collections and University Archives. Explore the archives and discover how much (or how little) has changed!
http://dpanther.fiu.edu/dpService/dpPurlService/purl/FISP003578/00003

01/11/2025

01/11/2025

The January 10, 1974, issue of the FIU student newspaper "The Good Times" paints a picture of the school in its early days. Founding President Charles Perry was balancing the weight of building a brand-new university with a vision for its future. It’s a candid look at the challenges—and determination—that shaped FIU’s beginnings.
FIU’s student-run newspaper (in its various names over the years) has continued to document our campus community's energy, struggles, and optimism. Check out this piece of FIU history in our FIU Special Collections and University Archives digital collections: http://dpanther.fiu.edu/dpService/dpPurlService/purl/FI14041002/00010

01/09/2025

As we mark the passing of Jimmy Carter and honor his legacy, we reflect on a pivotal moment from his post-presidency work. In October 1987, Carter visited Haiti with Belizean Prime Minister George Price to support efforts for the country’s first democratic elections after decades of authoritarian rule. His presence, representing The Carter Center, aimed to promote electoral fairness and highlight the world’s focus on Haiti’s democratic aspirations. His efforts remind us of the ongoing struggles and the resilience needed to achieve lasting change.
This image, taken by Bernard Diederich, is part of FIU Special Collections and University Archives: https://dpanther.fiu.edu/dpanther/collections/BDC