People and Community

Explore some of the highlights that occurred during the past year at the University of Miami.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/a-look-back-at-2024.html


Is your glass half empty or half full?

University of Miami law lecturer Scott L. Rogers talks about the benefits of embracing optimism.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/is-your-glass-half-empty-or-half-full.html

Is your glass half empty or half full?

University of Miami law lecturer Scott L. Rogers talks about the benefits of embracing optimism.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/is-your-glass-half-empty-or-half-full.html

Is your glass half empty or half full?

University of Miami law lecturer Scott L. Rogers talks about the benefits of embracing optimism.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/is-your-glass-half-empty-or-half-full.html

Is your glass half empty or half full?

University of Miami law lecturer Scott L. Rogers talks about the benefits of embracing optimism.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/is-your-glass-half-empty-or-half-full.html


Graduates ready to tackle careers

Commencement graduates on Thursday reveled in the spotlight during their day with family and friends while thinking about the future.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/graduates-ready-to-tackle-careers.html

Graduates ready to tackle careers

Commencement graduates on Thursday reveled in the spotlight during their day with family and friends while thinking about the future.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/graduates-ready-to-tackle-careers.html

Graduates ready to tackle careers

Commencement graduates on Thursday reveled in the spotlight during their day with family and friends while thinking about the future.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/graduates-ready-to-tackle-careers.html


Fall commencement graduates shine

Two distinguished University of Miami alumni—football legend Michael Irvin and trailblazing administrator Alina T. Hudak—imparted wisdom and encouragement for graduates to accomplish great things

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/university-of-miami-fall-commencement-shines.html

Fall commencement graduates shine

Two distinguished University of Miami alumni—football legend Michael Irvin and trailblazing administrator Alina T. Hudak—imparted wisdom and encouragement for graduates to accomplish great things

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/university-of-miami-fall-commencement-shines.html


Cultivating hope in uncertain times

A University of Miami psychologist outlines strategies that help us rebalance, find a spark of joy, and restore a sense of hopefulness when life’s inevitable blue notes are sounding.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/cultivating-hope-in-uncertain-times.html

Cultivating hope in uncertain times

A University of Miami psychologist outlines strategies that help us rebalance, find a spark of joy, and restore a sense of hopefulness when life’s inevitable blue notes are sounding.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/cultivating-hope-in-uncertain-times.html


Battling dementia: Unraveling the mysteries of Alzheimer’s

Armed with a $3.4 million grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a team of University of Miami scientists is studying the role of the immune system in the progression of dementia-related illnesses.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/battling-dementia-unravelling-the-mysteries-of-alzheimers.html

Battling dementia: Unraveling the mysteries of Alzheimer’s

Armed with a $3.4 million grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a team of University of Miami scientists is studying the role of the immune system in the progression of dementia-related illnesses.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/battling-dementia-unravelling-the-mysteries-of-alzheimers.html


Contrasting views of ‘American frontierism’

With a boost from AI, new research of Native and non-Native writers crystallizes unique perceptions of “the frontier” portrayal of American history.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/contrasting-views-of-american-frontierism.html


Bye-bye plastic

In 2019, the University kicked plastic to the curb, swapping it for paper at the spots around campus. Watch what you can do to join the efforts for a cleaner, greener U.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/bye-bye-plastic.html


Holiday fun: A trigger for anxiety?

Anxiety is the number one mental disorder in the United States. University of Miami researchers share ways to mitigate it during the holiday season.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/holiday-fun-a-trigger-for-anxiety.html



Distinguished alumni to deliver commencement keynotes

Michael Irvin and Alina T. Hudak will address the more than 1,000 fall graduates of the Class of 2024 during commencement ceremonies at the Watsco Center on Dec. 12.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/distinguished-alumni-to-deliver-commencement-keynotes.html

Distinguished alumni to deliver commencement keynotes

Michael Irvin and Alina T. Hudak will address the more than 1,000 fall graduates of the Class of 2024 during commencement ceremonies at the Watsco Center on Dec. 12.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/distinguished-alumni-to-deliver-commencement-keynotes.html


Conference will give early look at seismic changes to health care industry

The University of Miami 14th annual Business of Health Care Conference looks to assess a significantly shifting health care landscape prompted by the incoming administration.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/conference-will-give-early-look-at-seismic-changes-to-health-care-industry.html

Conference will give early look at seismic changes to health care industry

The University of Miami 14th annual Business of Health Care Conference looks to assess a significantly shifting health care landscape prompted by the incoming administration.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/conference-will-give-early-look-at-seismic-changes-to-health-care-industry.html



Volunteers needed for SART

The Sexual Assault Resource Team, which has operated an anonymous hotline at the University for 32 years, is looking for more volunteers.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/volunteers-needed-for-sart.html

Volunteers needed for SART

The Sexual Assault Resource Team, which has operated an anonymous hotline at the University for 32 years, is looking for more volunteers.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/volunteers-needed-for-sart.html


Alumnus Marco Rubio nominated for secretary of state

The Florida senator, who is a graduate of the University of Miami School of Law, would bring decades of foreign policy experience to the role.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/alumnus-marco-rubio-nominated-for-secretary-of-state.html

Alumnus Marco Rubio nominated for secretary of state

The Florida senator, who is a graduate of the University of Miami School of Law, would bring decades of foreign policy experience to the role.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/alumnus-marco-rubio-nominated-for-secretary-of-state.html



Trailblazing professor Whittington Johnson passes away

Called Dr. J by his students and Whitt by his colleagues in the Department of History, Johnson became the first Black tenured professor hired by the University of Miami, inspiring countless students and conducting research that still has an impact today.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/trailblazing-professor-whittington-johnson-passes-away.html

Trailblazing professor Whittington Johnson passes away

Called Dr. J by his students and Whitt by his colleagues in the Department of History, Johnson became the first Black tenured professor hired by the University of Miami, inspiring countless students and conducting research that still has an impact today.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/trailblazing-professor-whittington-johnson-passes-away.html


Final exams stress-free

Navigate the end-of-semester crunch with stress-reducing tips and on-campus resources to successfully navigate the final stretch of the semester.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/final-exams-stress-free.html

Final exams stress-free

Navigate the end-of-semester crunch with stress-reducing tips and on-campus resources to successfully navigate the final stretch of the semester.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/final-exams-stress-free.html


JD Da Boss crowned Canes Fan of the Year

A dedicated season ticket holder, JD Disilus, aka "JD Da Boss," earned the title from over 1,100 submissions for his unwavering support of University athletics, attending a wide range of sporting events and showcasing his passion for all teams.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/jd-da-boss-crowned-canes-fan-of-the-year.html

JD Da Boss crowned Canes Fan of the Year

A dedicated season ticket holder, JD Disilus, aka "JD Da Boss," earned the title from over 1,100 submissions for his unwavering support of University athletics, attending a wide range of sporting events and showcasing his passion for all teams.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/jd-da-boss-crowned-canes-fan-of-the-year.html


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