Arts and Humanities
University Libraries sheds light on turmoil in Cuba, Haiti
Learn more about the Cuban and Haitian diasporas from the University’s Special Collections and Cuban Heritage Collection—the largest archive of materials about Cuba outside of the island.
Historian appointed Bacardí Chair in Cuban and Cuban-American Studies
Michael J. Bustamante, noted scholar and author of “Cuban Memory Wars,” will help launch an interdisciplinary undergraduate program in Cuban studies.
Frost School, Festival Napa Valley ‘join forces’
The Frost School of Music continues to expand opportunities for students and has partnered with the music, food, and wine festival. A selected group took a musical journey to California to perform in the 10-day event.
Condo collapse could transform building codes in Florida
When Hurricane Andrew devastated south Miami-Dade County nearly 30 years ago, the state’s building codes underwent a major revision. The recent collapse of the building in Surfside could do the same.
Historian’s book about Satchel Paige headed to Hollywood
History professor Donald Spivey spent 12 years researching and writing “If You Were Only White: The Life of Leroy ‘Satchel’ Paige.” Now, Apple Studios has acquired the rights to the text for a dramatic series on Negro Leagues Baseball, using the life of Paige as a backdrop.
Explore Florida’s fashion trends throughout the years
In the online series, “Deep Dives,” Cristina Favretto, head of the University of Miami Libraries Special Collections, will host a catwalk through rare books and other items in the archives that feature styles from the past.
Journalists bring expertise, heart to Surfside coverage
Faculty members and a graduate student in the School of Communication—veteran newspeople—share how they cope with covering large scale catastrophes, including the condo building collapse.
Summer is the perfect time to dive into a book
University faculty and staff members share the titles of books currently on their reading lists.
Artist’s archive sheds light on ’60s, ’70s Cuba
German-born Anna Veltfort spent her formative years on the island, and her unique blog and historical material now have a special place in the University of Miami Libraries’ Cuban Heritage Collection.
CEO of Camillus House credits degree for her success
Hilda Fernandez, a University alumna, attributes her studies in communications as the foundation for a dynamic career in local government, media, and leadership.
Top CNN producer lives, loves, and breathes news
Javier Morgado, a graduate of the School of Communication, said he learned all the ins and outs of broadcast journalism at the University.
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