Student Stories
Student startups are propelled by USTAAR funding
The University Student Startup Accelerator invested $500,000 in seven student teams at the recent pitch competition, with four teams receiving $100,000 each.
Miami Herbert student turns discarded books into a global literacy movement
Alejandro Barriga’s nonprofit Books for You Miami has delivered over 200,000 books worldwide and is expanding its mission to promote financial literacy in local schools.
Frost School vocalist stuns in live TV debut
Nicole Acosta, a vocal major at the Frost School of Music who's sung for Gloria Estefan and President Biden, wowed celebrity panelists and a live audience on Fox's 'I Can See Your Voice.'
Volunteerism is a way of giving back
Many volunteers, including members of the University of Miami community, believe they receive much more than what they give.
Research experience draws students from near and far
Dozens of undergraduate students, including many from other institutions, recently wrapped up a 10-week summer research experience in labs across the University of Miami.
Living an Olympic Dream
Hurricane Ariana Rodriguez secured a spot on the Dominican Republic women’s national volleyball team and is headed to Paris as the team’s youngest player.
Finding success in physics
A current University of Miami student and a recent alumnus have taken advantage of physics research opportunities to pursue their professional goals.
Paris Olympics come calling for this ’Cane
Hurricanes jumper Russell Robinson earned a bid to the upcoming Olympic Games after his performance in the men’s triple jump at the U.S. Olympic trials.
University of Miami Air Force and Army ROTC cadets visit D-Day sites
A military studies trip to France provided cadets with an opportunity to learn more about the Normandy Invasion during World War II.
Senior Mwambo celebrates achievements of Black graduates
Graduating students and their families gathered during Commencement week to celebrate their transition from one stage of life to the next.
’Cane is crowned NCAA singles champion
Alexa Noel won the women’s singles at the NCAA 2024 Division I Women’s Tennis Championship after a three-set thriller. This is the third time in program history that a Miami Hurricane has earned the title.
From commencement to construction: Graduate student aims to make his mark in Miami
Graduate student Daniel Cutimanco was chosen as the commencement ceremony student speaker, where he reflected on his academic journey and possibilities for the future
Helping first-year teachers succeed
The Teacher Accelerator Program, a partnership between the School of Education and Human Development, Achieve Miami, and Teach for America, is doing its part to address the teacher shortage by preparing students for jobs in Miami-Dade schools.
Celebrating excellence, opportunity, and support
The Celebration of Women’s Athletics marked its 10th anniversary with a stellar lineup of accomplished student-athletes—and those whose unfailing support makes their achievements possible.
Globetrotting with a purpose
Three University of Miami students and a recent alumnus were awarded Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards this year to teach and do research across the world.
