Alumni Stories
Biomedical engineering alumnus’ path to the priesthood
Long Island native and recently ordained priest Father John Buonocore, B.S.B.E. ’15, brings a unique blend of faith and science to his new role at Saint Gregory the Great in Plantation, Florida.
A love story at the U
Spencer Cohen, B.S.C. ’14, and Megan Gray Cohen, B.S.H.S. ’14, D.P.T. ’17, met their first semester at the U and have been madly in love ever since.
Law enforcement leader and double ’Cane Ed Hudak receives accolade
The former Hurricane football player and longtime Coral Gables chief of police was recently honored by his peers in law enforcement.
Preparing students for the future of medicine
As AI changes health care, Gauri Agarwal, B.S. ’96, M.D. ’00, is adapting the curriculum to ensure medical students are ready.
A Real Nightingale Among Nurses
In honor of National Nurses Month and Haitian Heritage Month—both recognized annually in May—the University of Miami is proud to spotlight prominent alumna Marie O. Etienne, DNP ’10, president of the Florida Nurses Association
Music industry knowledge brings legal success
A graduate of the Frost School of Music’s music business program and the University of Miami law school is honored as one of the best music lawyers in the United States – again.
A Family of 'Canes
UM alumna Jan Ashby celebrates daughter’s selection as Miami Law’s commencement speaker.
Alumna making strides in conservation
Ayeisha A. Brinson, Ph.D. ’08, devotes both her professional and personal time to effecting change.
Miami Law Alumnae Swell Federal Bench
Four University of Miami graduates have been nominated to the federal bench since 2022; three have been confirmed, and one is awaiting confirmation.
From chemistry major to Forbes list
University of Miami alumnus Sam Peurifoy used his degrees in math and chemistry to launch a successful career in venture capital.
First-generation doctor leads by example
Christel Wekon-Kemeni, B.S. ’15, thanks the University of Miami for shaping the former “shy kid” into the leader, mentor, and doctor he is today.
’Canes Connect to advance personal and professional growth
Throughout March, the nationwide ’Cane network went into high gear as alumni gathered to connect, engage, and discover opportunities for mentorship and professional development.
Redheaded alumnae make a splash on “Shark Tank”
Adrienne Vendetti Hodges, B.B.A. ’09, and Stephanie Vendetti Thomas, B.B.A. ’11, share the inspiration behind their highly successful business.
From problem solvers to innovators: Honoring the trailblazing women in engineering
Prominent female engineers gathered at the University of Miami to explore the progression of their field and to inspire the upcoming generation of engineers.
