Education and Human Development
Miami's School of Education Champions Access Through Student Innovation
The University of Miami's School of Education and Human Development held its inaugural Simon Fellows Competition on March 27. During this pitch event, students presented their ideas for a new sports franchise before a panel of judges. The competition provided students with an opportunity to demonstrate their industry knowledge and practical skills in a professional setting.
Global sport industry conference celebrates its 10th year
Hosted by the School of Education and Human Development’s Sport Administration Program, the event draws industry leaders, professional athletes, students, and faculty to tackle leading issues in the business of sports and entertainment.
New laboratory hopes to curb heart disease
Several studies are being conducted at the School of Education and Human Development to learn about the vascular health of various groups of people.
Foods to fortify
Experts in nutrition science from across the University of Miami offer their thoughts on some of the best foods to help us ward off chronic disease.
NY Giants player engagement coordinator is first in family to earn master’s degree
Brandon Harlin, a UOnline grad who experienced homelessness as a teen, sees himself as a role model for his community and his three young nephews.
Navigating the leadership journey
As part of a virtual seminar focused on leadership, University leaders highlighted the importance of authenticity, advancing the welfare of others, and honoring their own stories.
YogaCue: A new kind of yoga for seniors
A study spearheaded by professor Joseph Signorile of the School of Education and Human Development promises to help seniors to improve cognitive abilities.
Test scores in math and reading fall in public schools
Two School of Education and Human Development faculty members offer reasons for the decline in scores on tests administered by the National Assessment of Educational Progress.
Shaping the Future of Higher Education: UM Leader Honored as an ACE Fellow
Dr. Soyeon Ahn, Vice Dean and Associate Dean for Research at the University of Miami’s School of Education and Human Development, has been named to the 2025–26 cohort of the American Council on Education (ACE) Fellows Program. This prestigious recognition highlights her leadership in higher education and her commitment to support faculty growth, empowerment, and excellence.
Opinion: Teacher shortages at a crisis point
The nationwide teacher shortage has reached crisis levels, leaving schools scrambling to fill vacancies and students without adequate instruction.
Triple alumna uses tools and strategies learned through UOnline to drive change in Miami-Dade
Rose Martin, executive director of the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women, earned her doctorate in education in December and said she is already applying lessons from the program to her advocacy work.
Education Summit: Teacher Shortage Crisis
South Florida Education Consortium Sounds the Alarm on Teacher Shortage Crisis, Seeks Local Solutions to a National Emergency
Nearly 60 million people in the US experience mental illness
The University of Miami School of Education and Human Development offers a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling program that is experiencing increased interest.
Redefining Boundaries: Muslim Women’s Path for Liberation
Muslim women globally face external scrutiny and internal restrictions shaped by societal norms.
Delving into cancer research
A new program encourages undergraduates to work in labs at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.
