People & Community
Dr. Kathryn Tosney
Professor Emerita Kathryn Tosney passed away on Monday, April 6th in Corvallis, Oregon. We are deeply saddened by her passing, and our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends and colleagues.
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.
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.
Using AI to free physicians from paperwork
University of Miami students and alumni developed an AI-powered platform to streamline clinical documentation and improve patient care.
From Shakespeare to statecraft
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson shared lessons learned from his public service career during an event moderated by University of Miami Provost Joel Samuels.
An award-winning novel 20 years in the making
Stephen Narain, a doctoral student in the Department of English and Creative Writing, won a prestigious literary prize for his first book.
College of Arts and Sciences hosts donation drive for Homestead students
Faculty and staff supported families at Homestead Middle School through the Community Partnership Schools program.
Celebrating excellence and service
The College of Arts and Sciences recognized faculty awards and fellowships at an annual event, along with years of service to the college.
What care is supposed to feel like
A University of Miami poet and creative writing instructor poses the creative arts as a medium to inspire empathy and an antidote to loneliness and the hyper-individualism of “vampiric” relationships.
Creating harmony across disciplines
A biogeographer at the University of Miami is collaborating with students to create songs that explore a range of themes, including one inspired by commencement.
From paratrooper to psychology graduate
Veteran and University of Miami staff member Martin Peeples juggled a full-time job with college classes to earn a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
Exploring the mythic power of vampires
A course in the Department of Classics examines how stories of the undead—from ancient myths to modern movies—reflect timeless questions about humanity, morality, and culture.
New provost emphasizes value of liberal arts education
Provost Joel H. Samuels spoke with faculty and staff at the College of Arts and Sciences as part of a listening tour.
