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Giving back in gratitude
Alumnus Dodd Clasen and his wife, Sharon, are passionate supporters of Hurricane Athletics. Their planned gift will help ensure future generations of student-athletes have exceptional academic and athletic experiences.
The Pap Corps and Sylvester: An enduring partnership
The Pap Corps Champions for Cancer Research presented a $4.3 million gift to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, reinforcing one of South Florida’s longest-standing philanthropic partnerships.
A gift of breath
A $1 million donation from Eliza and Hugh Culverhouse Jr. will expand a specialized clinic and support research into complex respiratory conditions.
Investing in tomorrow's leaders
When alumna Kourtney Ratliff Gibson established an endowed scholarship at the University of Miami, she invested in students she had never met. For third-year students Myles Kaye and Destiny Curry, that investment has made all the difference.
University of Miami honors late student with scholarship in his name
New scholarship honors the life of late MBA student Cameron Moore.
Supporting the next generation of atmospheric scientists
As a member of the Rosenstiel School faculty, Sharanya Majumdar has been supported by mentors and colleagues and energized by students as he pursued research and discovery in the atmospheric sciences. His planned gift will help future generations of Rosenstiel Ph.D. students do the same.
Camner family enriches collection with latest gift to the Weeks Music Library
Fourth donation to the University Libraries includes rare scores, signed letters, and other music ephemera spanning four centuries.
Miami Herbert professor is making an impact in the classroom and competition
Stephen Cerrone’s generous support of Hurricane women's athletics, particularly the rowing team, and mentorship highlight the power of trust, teamwork and impact in shaping future leaders.
Health tech startup wins engineering pitch competition
The Rothberg Catalyzer Fund, made possible through the generosity of Jonathan Rothberg, advances engineering student entrepreneurship at the University of Miami.
Turning gratitude into impact
Fernando Mendoza, Miami native and top pick in the 2026 NFL draft, and his family have launched the Mendoza Family Fund in partnership with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, to support MS research at UHealth and the Miller School of Medicine.
School of Law receives historic gift in centennial year
With a transformational gift to establish a business law program, alumnus Demetrio J. Pérez, honors his family’s legacy of expanding access to education, elevates the School of Law as a leader in business law, and leaves a lasting impact on the community and legal education.
Shaping a more resilient future
Since its launch in April 2022, made possible through philanthropic support from Eric T. Levin, the Climate Resilience Institute has forged a powerful interdisciplinary network across the University of Miami and with external partners to help communities build resilience to climate shocks and stresses.
