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Sustained community engagement earns the U prestigious reclassification
The University of MIami earned a renewed Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, joining an elite group of institutions nationwide, recognizing its sustained commitment to community-engaged teaching, research, and partnerships.
The stories behind the symptoms
A new undergraduate course in narrative medicine brings together students from various disciplines to explore a different side of clinical care.
A potential discovery from the dawn of time
Two University of Miami astrophysicists believe a recent unusual signal detected by a powerful ground-based observatory could provide solid evidence that primordial black holes—thought to have formed in the cosmic soup just after the Big Bang—really do exist.
Psychology meets hip-hop in new fall course
A new special topics course will explore one of the world’s most influential cultural movements through the lens of psychological science.
Bringing chemistry to life
A new virtual and augmented reality application developed at the University of Miami allows students to see atoms and their orbitals up close, to help them visualize chemical structure.
New neuroimaging study captures the brain in high‑stakes moments
University of Miami researchers will use real-world exam stress and cutting-edge computational tools to study the neural dynamics of anxiety and depression.
Honoring outstanding faculty service
For more than four decades, Daniel L. Pals, professor of religious studies and history, has quietly helped guide the University of Miami through moments of transition, challenge, and growth. This year, that commitment to extraordinary faculty service has earned him the James W. McLamore Outstanding Service Award presented by the University of Miami Faculty Senate.
Sharing Caribbean cultures with young audiences
Professor Patricia Saunders brought her expertise in Caribbean studies to Disney Jr.’s “Ariel,” ensuring meaningful cultural representation.
Honoring a career defined by resilience
Annette La Greca will be honored with the Dr. Melanie Rosborough Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award, endowed by the University Credit Union, for a lifetime of scholarly achievement and impact.
Football success that starts in the classroom
College of Arts and Sciences graduate Markel Bell is one of four University of Miami football players to earn national recognition for excelling in the classroom and on the field.
