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Academics People and Community Joanna Hasenauer, a 2018 graduate of the University of Miami, photographed in Barcelona during her semester abroad.
Academics People and Community Joanna Hasenauer, a 2018 graduate of the University of Miami, photographed in Barcelona during her semester abroad.
Academics People and Community Joanna Hasenauer, a 2018 graduate of the University of Miami, photographed in Barcelona during her semester abroad.

The University office is highlighting its programs and the importance of gaining a global perspective, as well as celebrating international students and international exchange students, during International Education Week.

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Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami

University launches effort to ‘revolutionize the undergraduate experience’

The University’s inaugural Academic Innovation Fellows are hoping to craft novel degree tracks that revolutionize the way students study and learn in the coming years.

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Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami

University launches effort to ‘revolutionize the undergraduate experience’

The University’s inaugural Academic Innovation Fellows are hoping to craft novel degree tracks that revolutionize the way students study and learn in the coming years.

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Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami

University launches effort to ‘revolutionize the undergraduate experience’

The University’s inaugural Academic Innovation Fellows are hoping to craft novel degree tracks that revolutionize the way students study and learn in the coming years.

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Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
Academics Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami

University launches effort to ‘revolutionize the undergraduate experience’

The University’s inaugural Academic Innovation Fellows are hoping to craft novel degree tracks that revolutionize the way students study and learn in the coming years.

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Academics Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower
Academics Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower
Academics Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower

Climate and racial justice talks inspire students, new course

After their fourth dialogue exploring the ramifications of climate change on disadvantaged communities, a University of Miami Laboratory for Integrative Knowledge team is ready to tackle its next goals.

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Academics Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower
Academics Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower

Climate and racial justice talks inspire students, new course

After their fourth dialogue exploring the ramifications of climate change on disadvantaged communities, a University of Miami Laboratory for Integrative Knowledge team is ready to tackle its next goals.

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Academics Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower
Academics Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower
Academics Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower

Climate and racial justice talks inspire students, new course

After their fourth dialogue exploring the ramifications of climate change on disadvantaged communities, a University of Miami Laboratory for Integrative Knowledge team is ready to tackle its next goals.

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Academics The Class of 2020 was honored with a special commencement ceremony on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami
Academics The Class of 2020 was honored with a special commencement ceremony on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami
Academics The Class of 2020 was honored with a special commencement ceremony on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami

Homecoming provides memorable backdrop for Class of 2020

In the first commencement exercise held in the Watsco Center since December 2019, the Class of 2020 enjoyed their long-awaited in-person graduation during a special ceremony.

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Academics The Class of 2020 was honored with a special commencement ceremony on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami
Academics The Class of 2020 was honored with a special commencement ceremony on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami
Academics The Class of 2020 was honored with a special commencement ceremony on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami

Homecoming provides memorable backdrop for Class of 2020

In the first commencement exercise held in the Watsco Center since December 2019, the Class of 2020 enjoyed their long-awaited in-person graduation during a special ceremony.

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Academics The G. Unger Vetlesen Professor of Earth Sciences was awarded to Ved Chirayath, associate professor in the department of ocean sciences. And the Robert N. Ginsburg Endowed Chair in Marine Geosciences was awarded to Gregor Eberli, professor in the department of marine geosciences.
Academics The G. Unger Vetlesen Professor of Earth Sciences was awarded to Ved Chirayath, associate professor in the department of ocean sciences. And the Robert N. Ginsburg Endowed Chair in Marine Geosciences was awarded to Gregor Eberli, professor in the department of marine geosciences.
Academics The G. Unger Vetlesen Professor of Earth Sciences was awarded to Ved Chirayath, associate professor in the department of ocean sciences. And the Robert N. Ginsburg Endowed Chair in Marine Geosciences was awarded to Gregor Eberli, professor in the department of marine geosciences.

Rosenstiel School awards two endowed chairs

Two longtime supporters of the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science—the G. Unger Vetlesen Foundation and the late Professor Robert N. Ginsburg—are celebrated in a recent chair installation ceremony.

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Academics The G. Unger Vetlesen Professor of Earth Sciences was awarded to Ved Chirayath, associate professor in the department of ocean sciences. And the Robert N. Ginsburg Endowed Chair in Marine Geosciences was awarded to Gregor Eberli, professor in the department of marine geosciences.
Academics The G. Unger Vetlesen Professor of Earth Sciences was awarded to Ved Chirayath, associate professor in the department of ocean sciences. And the Robert N. Ginsburg Endowed Chair in Marine Geosciences was awarded to Gregor Eberli, professor in the department of marine geosciences.
Academics The G. Unger Vetlesen Professor of Earth Sciences was awarded to Ved Chirayath, associate professor in the department of ocean sciences. And the Robert N. Ginsburg Endowed Chair in Marine Geosciences was awarded to Gregor Eberli, professor in the department of marine geosciences.

Rosenstiel School awards two endowed chairs

Two longtime supporters of the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science—the G. Unger Vetlesen Foundation and the late Professor Robert N. Ginsburg—are celebrated in a recent chair installation ceremony.

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Academics Ruth Gaelle St. Fleur photographed at the Miller School of Medicine. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Academics Ruth Gaelle St. Fleur photographed at the Miller School of Medicine. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Academics Ruth Gaelle St. Fleur photographed at the Miller School of Medicine. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami

Student examines resilience with a personal lens

Ruth Gaelle St. Fleur grew up in Haiti where she had to overcome several obstacles, and she is now exploring the trait of resilience in cancer survivors as part of her doctorate research.

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Academics Ruth Gaelle St. Fleur photographed at the Miller School of Medicine. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Academics Ruth Gaelle St. Fleur photographed at the Miller School of Medicine. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Academics Ruth Gaelle St. Fleur photographed at the Miller School of Medicine. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami

Student examines resilience with a personal lens

Ruth Gaelle St. Fleur grew up in Haiti where she had to overcome several obstacles, and she is now exploring the trait of resilience in cancer survivors as part of her doctorate research.

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Academics Castillo del Morro in Havana. University of Miami file photo
Academics Castillo del Morro in Havana. University of Miami file photo
Academics Castillo del Morro in Havana. University of Miami file photo
Academics Castillo del Morro in Havana. University of Miami file photo

Cuban Heritage Collection to host fourth New Directions Conference

More than 40 experts on Cuba will convene virtually to discuss relevant topics to the island nation and its exile community, including social media, the arts, and the role of race in the dissident movement.

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Academics
Eduardo Lago (left) and Yamil Rivera (right)
Academics Eduardo Lago (left) and Yamil Rivera (right)

Inspire U program celebrates 10th anniversary

The mentorship program, which is housed under the School of Education and Human Development, brings together University of Miami students with Booker T. Washington Senior High School students to learn about college life and share life experiences.

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Academics
Mark Yeager
Academics Mark Yeager

Distinguished physician-scientist takes the helm of Frost Institute

Trained as a chemist, biophysicist, internist, and cardiologist, Mark Yeager is eager to propel the Frost Institute for Chemistry and Molecular Science into a leading research center.

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The McKnight Fellows cohort. Photos: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
The McKnight Fellows cohort. Photos: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
The McKnight Fellows cohort. Photos: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Academics The McKnight Fellows cohort. Photos: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami

McKnight fellowships awarded to doctoral students

Thirteen doctoral candidates in programs historically underrepresented by Black and Hispanic students received McKnight Doctoral or Dissertation Fellowships that offer financial, counseling, and professional development support. When these students complete their degrees, they become eligible to teach at the collegiate level.

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The McKnight Fellows cohort. Photos: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
The McKnight Fellows cohort. Photos: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
The McKnight Fellows cohort. Photos: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami
Academics The McKnight Fellows cohort. Photos: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami

McKnight fellowships awarded to doctoral students

Thirteen doctoral candidates in programs historically underrepresented by Black and Hispanic students received McKnight Doctoral or Dissertation Fellowships that offer financial, counseling, and professional development support. When these students complete their degrees, they become eligible to teach at the collegiate level.

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Academics
Miguel Minutti-Meza presents in a classroom
Miguel Minutti-Meza presents in a classroom
Miguel Minutti-Meza presents in a classroom
Academics Miguel Minutti-Meza presents in a classroom

Professors build understanding of city, county budgets

Four University of Miami faculty members are training local residents how to engage in budget processes for the City of Miami and Miami-Dade County and how to develop proposals for community improvement projects.

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Miguel Minutti-Meza presents in a classroom
Miguel Minutti-Meza presents in a classroom
Miguel Minutti-Meza presents in a classroom
Academics Miguel Minutti-Meza presents in a classroom

Professors build understanding of city, county budgets

Four University of Miami faculty members are training local residents how to engage in budget processes for the City of Miami and Miami-Dade County and how to develop proposals for community improvement projects.

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Academics Stock image of a young student taking an exam using a pencil.
Academics Stock image of a young student taking an exam using a pencil.
Academics Stock image of a young student taking an exam using a pencil.
Academics Stock image of a young student taking an exam using a pencil.

Will ending standardized tests improve teaching, learning?

University of Miami education experts weigh in on the proposal by Gov. Ron DeSantis and its possible effect on Florida students.

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Stock image of a young student taking an exam using a pencil.
Stock image of a young student taking an exam using a pencil.
Stock image of a young student taking an exam using a pencil.
Academics Stock image of a young student taking an exam using a pencil.

Will ending standardized tests improve teaching, learning?

University of Miami education experts weigh in on the proposal by Gov. Ron DeSantis and its possible effect on Florida students.

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Academics polar exploration
Academics polar exploration
Academics polar exploration
Academics polar exploration

Online talk tracks triumphs, tragedies of polar exploration

Kislak Collections curator Arthur Dunkelman highlighted some of the more than 1,000 artifacts relating to polar exploration held in the University of Miami Libraries Special Collections in a virtual presentation that tracked the fateful adventures of polar explorers.

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polar exploration
polar exploration
polar exploration
Academics polar exploration

Online talk tracks triumphs, tragedies of polar exploration

Kislak Collections curator Arthur Dunkelman highlighted some of the more than 1,000 artifacts relating to polar exploration held in the University of Miami Libraries Special Collections in a virtual presentation that tracked the fateful adventures of polar explorers.

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Illustration of a diverse group of friends or colleagues in a video conference on laptop computer screen stock illustration
Illustration of a diverse group of friends or colleagues in a video conference on laptop computer screen stock illustration
Illustration of a diverse group of friends or colleagues in a video conference on laptop computer screen stock illustration
Academics Illustration of a diverse group of friends or colleagues in a video conference on laptop computer screen stock illustration

University awards new Public Voices fellowships

Twenty faculty members at the University of Miami will participate in a yearlong fellowship designed to amplify the voices of women and other underrepresented thought leaders in the public discourse.

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Illustration of a diverse group of friends or colleagues in a video conference on laptop computer screen stock illustration
Illustration of a diverse group of friends or colleagues in a video conference on laptop computer screen stock illustration
Illustration of a diverse group of friends or colleagues in a video conference on laptop computer screen stock illustration
Academics Illustration of a diverse group of friends or colleagues in a video conference on laptop computer screen stock illustration

University awards new Public Voices fellowships

Twenty faculty members at the University of Miami will participate in a yearlong fellowship designed to amplify the voices of women and other underrepresented thought leaders in the public discourse.

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Path leading to Merrick Building on the Coral Gables Campus
Academics Path leading to Merrick Building on the Coral Gables Campus

Faculty members use PETAL platform to bolster teaching talents

The University of Miami is elevating the art of teaching by launching the Platform for Excellence in Teaching and Learning website, which makes new resources available to all faculty members looking to refresh their skills.

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Path leading to Merrick Building on the Coral Gables Campus
Path leading to Merrick Building on the Coral Gables Campus
Path leading to Merrick Building on the Coral Gables Campus
Academics Path leading to Merrick Building on the Coral Gables Campus

Faculty members use PETAL platform to bolster teaching talents

The University of Miami is elevating the art of teaching by launching the Platform for Excellence in Teaching and Learning website, which makes new resources available to all faculty members looking to refresh their skills.

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‘Evicted’ selected for One Book, One U
‘Evicted’ selected for One Book, One U
‘Evicted’ selected for One Book, One U
Academics ‘Evicted’ selected for One Book, One U

‘Evicted’ selected for One Book, One U

The Pulitzer Prize-winning book studies eight poor families in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as they struggle to keep a roof over their heads; it also integrates the landlord’s perspective. Harvard professor Matthew Desmond, the author, will join a discussion with the University of Miami community in February.

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‘Evicted’ selected for One Book, One U
‘Evicted’ selected for One Book, One U
‘Evicted’ selected for One Book, One U
Academics ‘Evicted’ selected for One Book, One U

‘Evicted’ selected for One Book, One U

The Pulitzer Prize-winning book studies eight poor families in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as they struggle to keep a roof over their heads; it also integrates the landlord’s perspective. Harvard professor Matthew Desmond, the author, will join a discussion with the University of Miami community in February.

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