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Five Reasons Why Medical Coding and Billing Can Be a Good Career

Medical Coding is an important work of recording, organizing, and securing patient health data. Technicians—or coders—have the essential role of accurately tracking and safeguarding health information. To start planning your future, you probably want to ensure that this occupation has a solid future. Here are the top 5 reasons why medical coding and billing can…

Women’s Basketball Can’t Over Rough First Quarter; Falls to KU, 71-51

BOX SCORE WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (December 20, 2020) – The Florida National women’s basketball team (1-5) could not overcome a poor-shooting first quarter, suffering a 71-51, loss at Keiser (5-5) on Sunday afternoon. Shooting just 17.6 percent in the first 10 minutes (3-of-17), the Conquistadors fell behind, 28-5. For the remainder of the contest,…

Women’s Basketball Drops 71-49 Decision to St Thomas

BOX SCORE WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (December 19, 2020) – The Florida National women’s basketball team (1-4) dropped a 71-49 decision to the St. Thomas Bobcats (7-1) in the first game of the West Palm Invitational on campus of Keiser University. FNU was led by senior Adria Stewart, who scored 10 points 3-of-13 shooting (2-of-7…

FNU Falls to Ave Maria, 99-81

BOX SCORE AVE MARIA, Fla. (December 16, 2020) – The Florida National men’s basketball team suffered a 99-81 loss to Ave Maria on Wednesday night. FNU was led by Jeffrey Hernandez, who scored a team-high 22 points on 10-of-20 shooting. He also grabbed five rebounds and blocked five shots. Jose Benitez and Kenneth Santos each…

FNU Battles Bethel (Ind.) with Limited Bench

BOX SCORE MIAMI, Fla. (December 15, 2020) – Despite playing with only six players, the Florida National men’s basketball team gave Bethel (Ind.) (9-2) all it could handle in a 117-98 loss on Tuesday evening. Four Conquistadors reached double-figures in scoring, including Kenneth Santos, who scored a game-high 33 points on 13-of-31 shooting. The native…

Resources for College Grads Looking for Jobs in South Florida

Earning a college degree requires hard work and determination. It’s an accomplishment that should be celebrated. Every graduate should be overjoyed to achieve such a milestone because it’s not easy. When graduation day finally rolls around for college students, the feeling can be exhilarating, yet terrifying at the same time. You’ve done the work it…

FNU Closes Out BSN Sports Dolphin Classic with a 122-92 Loss to Campbell

BOX SCORE JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (December 10, 2020) – The Florida National men’s basketball (2-11) closed out the BSN Sports Dolphin Classic with a 122-92 loss to the Campbell Fighting Camels (4-0) on Thursday afternoon. The Conquistadors were led by Kenneth Santos and Jeffery Hernandez, who each tallied 20 points. Santos shot 7-of-16 from the floor,…

A Day in the Life of a Physical Therapist Assistant

If you have an interest and passion to help others, pursuing a career as a physical therapist assistant (PTA) could be something worth considering. Physical therapist assistants can work with athletes, the elderly, and people with disabilities. PTA is not only a rewarding, in-demand career, but also an intriguing chance to help improve the lives…

Second-Half Push Not Enough as FNU Drops 78-69 Contest at Jacksonville

BOX SCORE JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (December 9, 2020) – Despite trailing by 15 at the half, the Florida National men’s basketball team (2-10) pulled within three midway through the second but could not take the lead, falling to Jacksonville (4-2), 78-69, during the second day of the BSN Sports Dolphin Classic. The Conquistadors dug themselves a…

Conquistadors Drop Opening Game of the BSN Sports Dolphin Classic, 74-57

BOX SCORE JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (December 8, 2020) – A 21-3 run by the Privateers in the final seven minutes of the first half proved to be the difference as the Florida National Conquistadors (2-9) fell to New Orleans (1-3), 74-57, in the opening game of the BSN Sports Dolphin Classic. Jeffrey Hernandez led all Conquistadors…

10 Ways to Manage Your Online University Classes While Working Full-Time

Working a full-time job and taking classes online isn’t as easy as it may seem. In fact, it can be just as demanding, if not more so, than a traditional classroom setting. It takes a certain amount of discipline to take courses online while working. Florida National University (FNU) has come up with a list…

Florida National Downed by Florida Atlantic

BOX SCORE BOCA RATON, Fla. (December 3, 2020) – The Florida National Conquistadors (2-8) fell to NCAA Division I Florida Atlantic (2-2), 128-64, on Thursday evening. The Conquistadors were led by Jeffrey Hernandez, who scored 25 points on 10-of-26 shooting from the floor, including four treys. The junior forward also led the team in rebounding,…

Four Conquistadors Score in Double-Figures as Short-Handed FNU Falls to St Thomas, 95-86

BOX SCORE MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (December 1, 2020) – Using just eight players, the Florida National Conquistadors (2-7) fell to the St. Thomas Bobcats (3-2), 95-86, despite four student-athletes scoring in double figures. Senior Jose Benitez led all Conquistadors with 24 points on 10-of-14 shooting. The native of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, grabbed five rebounds…

10 Reasons You Should Pursue a Career in Healthcare at FNU

When determining which university will be best, students must consider their career goals, major, quality of education, financial situation, the list goes on. Are you wanting to jump into the healthcare industry? Students looking for the best school to study healthcare should consider one of the many programs offered at Florida National University (FNU). Here…

Second-half Comeback Not Enough in 91-86 Loss at Webber International

BOX SCORE BABSON PARK, Fla. (November 28, 2020) – Using three different runs in the second half, the Florida National men’s basketball team (2-6) pushed the Webber International Warriors (3-5) to the brink, but could not come away with the win, falling 91-86 on Saturday afternoon. Senior Kenneth Santos led all Conquistadors with 33 points…