Sign up for group exercise classes on the Medical Campus.
Now available.
UHealth Fitness and Wellness Center is now offering a variety of weekly in-person and virtual group exercise classes for all fitness levels, including HIIT (high intensity interval training), circuit training, yoga, Zumba, and indoor cycling. These classes are included with each membership. Virtual classes are open to non-members. Additionally, private and group Reformer Pilates are available for a fee. A new session (each is eight weeks long) of the classes will run from Feb. 7 through April 1. Early registration is open through Feb. 10. Contact the wellness program administrator at cjohnson7@miami.edu for more information or to register for classes.
Faculty members can join an information session on teaching initiatives.
Friday, Feb. 11, at 3 p.m.
Explore the University’s unique teaching initiatives that enhance undergraduate learning experiences. Offered by the Platform for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (PETAL) department, attendees will learn about the discussion-based teaching methods used in the University’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) as well as the Cognates Program, which provides undergraduate students with the opportunity to take courses across multiple areas of knowledge. The session includes presentations by Bill Green, professor of religious studies and former senior vice provost and dean of undergraduate education, and Aaron Royer, senior instructional designer and facilitator of QEP faculty learning communities. Learn more and access the Zoom link.
Join a discussion on race, identity, and career navigation.
Tuesday, Feb. 15, at 3:30 p.m.
In recognition of Black History Month, faculty and staff members are invited to join leaders from the University of Miami and South Florida on Feb. 15 for a virtual panel discussion—Leadership Insights: Race, Identity, and Career Navigation. Participants will engage in a conversation about career development, resiliency, and building community in the workplace. Hosted by the Human Resources’ Office of Workplace Equity and Inclusion, the event will be moderated by Renée Dickens Callan, assistant vice president of student life; Richard Sobaram, assistant vice president for the Division of Student Affairs—housing and strategic initiatives; Teshamae Monteith, associate professor; and Nikki Traylor-Knowles, assistant professor, marine biology and ecology. The panel will also include Gale Nelson, president and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami. Register now and explore more events this month.
Learn best practices for running successful meetings on Microsoft Teams.
Thursday, Feb. 17, at 2 p.m.
Microsoft Teams offers a complete virtual solution to keep you connected with others. Learn tips for making meetings more engaging, productive, and meaningful via Teams for all levels of experience, including basic tips for beginners and advanced tips for experienced users. University faculty and staff members of all experience levels can register to attend. Get additional information about UMIT’s tech talk series.
Find a space to host a meeting or event.
Now.
The University community can easily view and reserve available spaces across the entire institution by utilizing the online space reservation tool, EMS. Managed by the Office of Conference Services, the EMS is accessible at ecms.miami.edu. Learn how to navigate the EMS site. For more information, contact the conference services team at 305-284-5742 or conferences@miami.edu.
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