Each commencement ceremony, FIU honors select individuals for their extraordinary academic, professional, and personal achievements as they graduate from FIU. The Outstanding Graduate honor is bestowed upon students in good standing who have unique accomplishments that show excellence, perseverance, and impact. These graduates must show unparalleled tenacity, talent, and commitment, as well as exceptional performance in and outside the classroom. By telling the Outstanding Graduates’ stories, we celebrate the collective success of our students and the university.