Arts and Humanities
Valuable treasures unearthed in the University’s Special Collections
Among the findings was a sketch in a book at the University of Miami Otto G. Richter Library determined to be a drawing by Mexican muralist Diego Rivera.
Work selected for One Book, One U highlights the climate crisis
This year’s book selection, “The Water Will Come: Rising Seas, Sinking Cities, and the Remaking of the Civilized World,” encourages the University of Miami community to discuss and examine the crisis of climate change and addresses how to cope with the myriad of social and economic issues that come along with it.
Lecture looks at fishing and the fusion of food
Sam Sifton, food editor for The New York Times, and chef Norman Van Aken shared their views about South Florida’s culinary abundance and highlighted the environmental issues in how we harvest and prepare our food.
Architecture students reimagine West Grove community
A special exhibit of the students’ work, which architecturally re-creates the historic neighborhood, will begin on Sunday, Sept. 18, at the Woman’s Club of Coconut Grove.
Winners of houseboat contest design innovative structures
Eighteen students took part in a Summer Design Studio at the School of Architecture and competed to come up with the best floating house design to withstand the ravages of climate change. Co-sponsored by a Portugal design company, prizes included cash and a trip to the European country.
Graduate School launches its first op-ed competition
Graduate students who elect to participate will be challenged with writing a 600-word opinion piece to promote their research.
Inspirational books captivated new staff members
In celebration of National Read a Book Day, a few employees new to the University of Miami share the book—or two—that altered how they see themselves or the world around them.
Fall guide to the arts at the U
The arts are back. With the fall semester in full swing, check out this list of arts-related events for the semester, including happenings at the Lowe Art Museum, Center for the Humanities, The Jerry Herman Ring Theatre, and the Bill Cosford Cinema.
Flutist professor diversifying the ranks, repertoire of chamber music
Jennifer Grim, board president of Chamber Music America and Frost School of Music associate professor, aims to continue to diversify, innovate, and expand chamber music.
Lowe Art Museum offers unique, immersive experience
The University’s on-campus museum offers programming for students, faculty and staff members, and the greater community to fully engage themselves in all the facility has to offer—free admission included.
Student teaches English to schoolchildren in Portugal
Junior Lindsey Faucher, who is studying psychology and international relations at the University of Miami, had the opportunity to apply the skills she has learned to support child development as an instructor and mentor to young Portuguese children.
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