Student Stories
Shaping a future in sports reporting
Jadyn Cohee, a sophomore broadcast journalism major in the School of Communication, has traveled a path from shy, bookish kid to acclaimed on-air sports reporter and analyst.
‘Run a lot, sleep a lot, eat a lot’
Giulio Palummieri, who finished fourth in the recent Miami Marathon, applies the same persistent, patient approach to his lab research at the Miller School of Medicine as he does to his long-distance training.
Air Force ROTC program helps future pilots achieve their dreams
Through faculty mentorship, scholarship support, and flight simulation training, the Department of Aerospace Studies provides opportunities for students to become aviators.
Miami Herbert team shines in Federal Reserve contest
Miami Herbert students earn honorable mention in national College Fed Challenge.
Telling life stories through recipes
Students in the Anthropology of Food course create cookbooks that share their personal journeys.
Moot Court team advances to national competition
The Charles C. Papy, Jr. Moot Court team made history by becoming the first from the School of Law to advance to the national competition after finishing as finalists in the regional round.
A Cane’s Dickensian journey
From living on the streets to leading the way in health literacy, ’Cane nurse Kal Elliott offers a message of hope this holiday season.
UCatholic's new student center becomes a hub for faith and fellowship
The newly opened center aims to foster spiritual growth, interfaith collaboration, and a sense of belonging for students across diverse backgrounds.
Student startups are propelled by USTAAR funding
The University Student Startup Accelerator invested $500,000 in seven student teams at the recent pitch competition, with four teams receiving $100,000 each.
Miami Herbert student turns discarded books into a global literacy movement
Alejandro Barriga’s nonprofit Books for You Miami has delivered over 200,000 books worldwide and is expanding its mission to promote financial literacy in local schools.
Frost School vocalist stuns in live TV debut
Nicole Acosta, a vocal major at the Frost School of Music who's sung for Gloria Estefan and President Biden, wowed celebrity panelists and a live audience on Fox's 'I Can See Your Voice.'
Volunteerism is a way of giving back
Many volunteers, including members of the University of Miami community, believe they receive much more than what they give.
Research experience draws students from near and far
Dozens of undergraduate students, including many from other institutions, recently wrapped up a 10-week summer research experience in labs across the University of Miami.
Living an Olympic Dream
Hurricane Ariana Rodriguez secured a spot on the Dominican Republic women’s national volleyball team and is headed to Paris as the team’s youngest player.
Finding success in physics
A current University of Miami student and a recent alumnus have taken advantage of physics research opportunities to pursue their professional goals.
