Topic: Social Impact
Research and innovation take center stage
University researchers and students will display technological innovations during the 2024 eMerge Americas conference and expo this week.
Students contribute to sustainability efforts on campus
From campus liaisons to interns who work in different organizations and offices at the University of Miami, these students are making a difference.
Students contribute to sustainability efforts on campus
From campus liaisons to interns who work in different organizations and offices at the University of Miami, these students are making a difference.
Water scarcity and the climate crisis
A University of Miami report recommends that urban areas plagued by water shortages and drought need to adopt new measures, such as more water-efficient plumbing and appliances, to save the precious resource.
Rethinking how we live
As the ECO Agency kicks off Earth Month, student leaders reflect on the future and the importance of adopting sustainability into our everyday lives.
Law students seek justice for Colombian victims
The Human Rights Clinic, part of Miami Law's Human Rights Program, promotes social and economic justice globally and in the U.S.
Online Superstar Rudy Mancuso Brings Insight and Inspiration
The Frost School of Music brought online music and comedy star Rudy Mancuso to the University of Miami campus Wednesday, to screen his debut film “Música” and talk about his original path to storytelling success.
Students devote spring break to service
During the spring recess, 18 students participated in service projects for three communities in Florida and Maryland through a program in the William R. Butler Center for Volunteer Service and Leadership Development.
The power of storytelling
A reception featuring Roberto S. Goizueta celebrated the recent expansion of the Cuban Heritage Collection’s oral history archives.
Reinventing libraries in era of crises
University libraries, long situated at the heart of campuses, are expanding to include mindfulness and well-being programs that complement other campus mental health resources.
For the love of lizards: Through an artist’s eye
Biologist and M.F.A. candidate Alyssa Wood explores iguanas as symbols for gender and sexual oppression in her newest exhibit at the University’s Wynwood gallery.
El Salvador’s president pledges continued fight against gang violence
Despite the promise, civic and human rights activists question President Nayib Bukele’s strong-arm tactics that some liken to a dictator.
