
Working Strategically
The Division of Marketing and Strategic Communications is charged with increasing public awareness of FIU through effective marketing and communication strategies that enhance the university’s image and present a consistent, unified message. Each of our departments is integral to moving our university forward through effective communication, message development and the cultivation of affinity and pride in internal and external audiences.
Chief Marketing & Communication Officer
Michelle L. Palacio
Senior Vice President, Marketing and Strategic Communications; Chief Marketing & Communication Officer
palaciom@fiu.edu
Senior Leadership
Maydel Santana
Associate Vice President, Media Relations and Communication
305-348-1555
santanam@fiu.edu
PC 519Eduardo Merille
Assistant Vice President, Branding and Marketing
305-348-7562
emerille@fiu.edu
PC 519DKaren Cochrane
Assistant Vice President, Editorial & Design Services
305-348-3859
cochrane@fiu.edu
PC515LAhiza Fernandez
Assistant Vice President, Operations
305-348-0370
abeers01@fiu.edu
PC 515JAnthony Rionda
Associate Vice President, Marketing and Strategic Communications
arionda@fiu.eduAna Hererra
Special Assistant to Senior Vice President
herra@fiu.edu