Alumni Stories
Building a legacy beyond the final whistle
Jennifer Roche, a graduate of the University of Miami’s Sport Administration program, is using the FIFA World Cup to create lasting change across South Florida.
Netflix's ‘Million Dollar Secret’ winner tells all
Q&A with Nick Pellecchia, B.B.A. ’21, on risk, resilience, and the million-dollar secret to his success.
Bringing orchestral music beyond the concert hall
A performance at the Miami Grand Prix was the latest instance of how Frost School alumnus Carlos "Carlitos" Lopez is using his Philharmonic Orchestra Project and Frost School artists to create opportunities that combine the worlds of classical and popular music.
Once a Cane, Always a Cane
Kimberly Manna has led global brands from Warner Bros. to Hard Rock while watching four generations of her family call the University of Miami home.
Architecture alumnus builds a global practice from Miami roots
Principal and managing partner at Choeff Levy Fischman Architecture + Design, alumnus Paul Fischman traces his path from a curious kid in Vero Beach to one of South Florida’s leading voices in Tropical Modern residential design.
A Memorial Day salute
José A. Stoute, a University of Miami double alumnus, built a military medical career that included two combat tours in Iraq, studies in infectious diseases, and research on malaria vaccines.
Investing in tomorrow's leaders
When Kourtney Ratliff Gibson, B.B.A. ’03, established an endowed scholarship at the University of Miami, she invested in students she had never met. For rising seniors Myles Kaye and Destiny Curry, that investment has made all the difference.
Frost School alum Joshua Henry wows Met Gala
Broadway star and 2006 Frost School of Music graduate Joshua Henry performed at the Met Gala, on the heels of his fourth Tony nomination for his show-stopping performance in the hit Broadway revival of “Ragtime.”
Four Miller School alumni honored at 2026 Medical Alumni Awards
From scientific discovery and global health leadership to public policy and patient advocacy, the 2026 Medical Alumni Award honorees reflect the lasting impact of Miller School alumni.
Turning classroom learning into global business impact
From consulting for a multibillion-dollar company to launching a startup, two University of Miami alumni demonstrate how experiential learning drives real-world results.
Joining life, history, and music
Frost School alumnus Jorge Mejia’s “If These Walls Could Talk” combines stories and music inspired by South Beach history and his own. He joins the Frost Symphony Orchestra in its U.S. premiere this Sunday.
Frost online graduate blends creativity and strategy
Nicole Mack combines artistry with entrepreneurship to sync music for ESPN, the NFL, and the Food Network. She graduates in May with a master’s degree in media scoring and production from the Frost School of Music.
From Miami to Milan: Alumnus safeguards Team USA on Olympic stage
Luke Fisher, B.A. ’12, turned a global upbringing and University of Miami education into a career with the U.S. Department of State, culminating in his role protecting Team USA at the Milan Winter Olympics.
Shaping the future of tech and the law
A preeminent corporate attorney and dedicated double Cane, Jaret Davis has leveraged his rigorous Miami Law education to lead multi-billion-dollar global transactions and champion Miami's evolution as a premier technology hub.
Frost School honors alumna and GRAMMY Music Educator of the Year
Leaders and faculty at the Frost School and the University of Miami turned out to pay tribute to music education graduate Jennifer Jimenez, who was named the 2026 Music Educator of the Year at this year’s GRAMMY Awards.
