FIU emphasizes research as a major component in the university’s mission. The Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine and the School of Computing and Information Sciences’ Discovery Lab, are just two of many colleges, schools and centers that actively ensure the university’s ability to set new standards through research initiatives. FIU is an urban, multi-campus, public research university serving its students and the diverse population of South Florida. We are committed to high-quality teaching, state-of-the-art research, and creative activity and collaborative engagement with our local and global communities.