WERTHEIM'S MAGNIFICENT $10MILLIONGIFT

A PHILANTHROPIC SYMPHONY FILLS THE AIR AS DR. & MRS. WERTHEIM EMPOWER THE NEXT GENERATION OF MUSICAL MAESTROS

In a resounding testament to the enduring power of philanthropy, The Wertheim School of Music & Performing Arts has received a transformative gift of $10 million from the prestigious Wertheim family. This magnificent contribution is set to redefine the landscape of musical education, providing unprecedented resources and opportunities for budding musicians at The Wertheim. With this extraordinary act of generosity, the Wertheim family has solidified their place as instrumental champions of the arts and catalysts for the growth of young talent through scholarships & graduate assistantship opportunities for students and support for faculty, facilities, programming and the FIU Wertheim Marching Band.

They recognize that nurturing the talents of young musicians is not only a gift to the individual students but also a gift to society, enriching the cultural fabric of communities far and wide.

A Symphony of Impact

The $10 million gift from the Wertheim family will reverberate through The Wertheim, leaving an indelible mark on its programs, faculty, and students. With enhanced resources, the school will be able to attract and retain world-class faculty members who will ignite the musical passions of their students. Scholarships and fellowships will unlock doors of opportunity for aspiring musicians who might have otherwise been limited by financial constraints, allowing them to fully embrace their artistic aspirations.

A much-desired musical theatre degree is launching in Fall 2023, and we are well on our way to degrees in music and mindfulness with an Arts in Medicine degree program and a Music Therapy program. These programs will be held in collaboration with the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine and Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing This infusion of resources will undoubtedly elevate the School of Music's reputation as a leading institution for musical education, attracting talented individuals from around the world who seek to cultivate their musical talents. The gift will allow the school to focus on strengthening programs to prepare students to acquire a variety of music and arts related jobs.

A Symphony of Gratitude

The impact of the Wertheim family's remarkable gift will be felt far beyond the confines of the FIU campus. Students, faculty, and the wider community will benefit from the enriching experiences and cultural contributions that will arise from this extraordinary investment in the arts

“This gift expresses our continuing passion for and commitment to FIU, our extraordinary hometown university – and the importance of the performing arts, an essential aspect of quality of life. This gift to support FIU’s dynamic performing arts programs will leverage previous investments we have made in health and business, resulting in enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration between areas and impacts that will benefit our students and community.” - Dr. Herbie