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Alumna finds her voice through songwriting
Double Cane Kimmy Everman is making space for a lifelong passion. With the release of her single “Trophy Wife,” the singer-songwriter draws on her creative education, encouraging women to resist limiting labels and pursue their ambitions.
From Miami to Mauritius
Jason Ramkissoon, B.A. ’25, was just named a Fulbright recipient and is the ninth University of Miami awardee to receive the distinguished award this year. He will be teaching English in the small island nation of Mauritius.
Frost School voices shine in Herbie Hancock competition
Three women who recently graduated from the Frost School’s jazz vocal program are semi-finalists in the international Herbie Hancock jazz competition, a prestigious contest that has launched the careers of numerous top jazz artists.
From kung fu to consciousness
First-year Stamps Scholar Artiom Peshkur hopes to spend his career pursuing answers to some of humanity’s most enduring questions.
Alumnus invests in future finance leaders
University of Miami alumnus David Savir credits scholarships, faculty mentorship and an unexpected interview with helping to launch his finance career. Now, he and his colleagues at Element Pointe are supporting students in pursuing opportunities of their own.
Victory for the University
The new head of the University of Miami’s Toppel Career Center, Greg Victory, brings a winning attitude to helping students and alumni succeed in their careers now and in the future.
Double Cane leads the Junior Orange Bowl
Mimmi Balaam’s journey from student-athlete at the University of Miami to executive director of the Junior Orange Bowl reflects how sport, education and leadership can create transformative opportunities for the next generation.
From classical prodigy to Americana star
Kathryn Severing Fox turned the prodigious classical viola skills and musical versatility she learned at the Frost School of Music into an award-winning Americana/bluegrass career with the genre stars Weary Ramblers and as a solo artist.
Alumnus reflects on Hollywood career
Christopher H. Warner, who has produced a wide range of major motion pictures including “Spinal Tap II” and “Five Nights at Freddy’s,” shares his thoughts on his path and the U experience.
Frost School alumni and faculty nominated for the 2026 Latin GRAMMYs
The Frost School of Music continued its outstanding track record in Latin music, with alumni and a faculty member receiving 12 nominations for the 27th annual Latin GRAMMY Awards.
Passion for litigation fuels alumna
With “gray divorce” on the rise, a family law specialist draws on litigation skills honed at the University of Miami to negotiate high-asset cases in California’s Greater Bay Area.
Game-day traditions unite Canes
From “throwing up the U” to Sebastian’s C-A-N-E-S spell out, University traditions bring Hurricanes together across generations.
