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People and Community Roadmap Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower
People and Community Roadmap Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower
People and Community Roadmap Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower

Awarding-winning medical ethicist Harriet A. Washington kicks off the series designed to inspire a new generation of antiracism and climate justice scholars and advocates.

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People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding
People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding
People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding

New series shines a ‘spotlight’ on the University’s creative community

The U Creates website has launched “Spotlight,” a new series that introduces remarkable people who make up the artistic community at the University of Miami.

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People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding
People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding
People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding

New series shines a ‘spotlight’ on the University’s creative community

The U Creates website has launched “Spotlight,” a new series that introduces remarkable people who make up the artistic community at the University of Miami.

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People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding
People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding
People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding

New series shines a ‘spotlight’ on the University’s creative community

The U Creates website has launched “Spotlight,” a new series that introduces remarkable people who make up the artistic community at the University of Miami.

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People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding
People and Community The U Creates Spotlight Series branding

New series shines a ‘spotlight’ on the University’s creative community

The U Creates website has launched “Spotlight,” a new series that introduces remarkable people who make up the artistic community at the University of Miami.

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People and Community Image of the book "So you want to talk about race"
People and Community Image of the book "So you want to talk about race"
People and Community Image of the book "So you want to talk about race"

‘So You Want to Talk About Race’ chosen as One Book, One U selection

The University of Miami community is invited to participate in several events to discuss crucial topics regarding social justice and racial equality, explored in Ijeoma Oluo’s best-seller.

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People and Community Image of the book "So you want to talk about race"
People and Community Image of the book "So you want to talk about race"

‘So You Want to Talk About Race’ chosen as One Book, One U selection

The University of Miami community is invited to participate in several events to discuss crucial topics regarding social justice and racial equality, explored in Ijeoma Oluo’s best-seller.

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People and Community Image of the book "So you want to talk about race"
People and Community Image of the book "So you want to talk about race"
People and Community Image of the book "So you want to talk about race"

‘So You Want to Talk About Race’ chosen as One Book, One U selection

The University of Miami community is invited to participate in several events to discuss crucial topics regarding social justice and racial equality, explored in Ijeoma Oluo’s best-seller.

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People and Community American poet Amanda Gorman reads a poem during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)
People and Community American poet Amanda Gorman reads a poem during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)
People and Community American poet Amanda Gorman reads a poem during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)

Inauguration poet’s powerful prose, presence captivate millions

University writing experts weigh in on the inaugural poem, written and recited by Amanda Gorman, a 22-year-old U.S. youth poet laureate.

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People and Community American poet Amanda Gorman reads a poem during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)
People and Community American poet Amanda Gorman reads a poem during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)
People and Community American poet Amanda Gorman reads a poem during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)

Inauguration poet’s powerful prose, presence captivate millions

University writing experts weigh in on the inaugural poem, written and recited by Amanda Gorman, a 22-year-old U.S. youth poet laureate.

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People and Community Students participate in a "Meet and Greet" with public health ambassadors during the fall 2020 semester.
People and Community Students participate in a "Meet and Greet" with public health ambassadors during the fall 2020 semester.
People and Community Students participate in a "Meet and Greet" with public health ambassadors during the fall 2020 semester.

Public Health Ambassadors Program boosts its staff

The number of ambassadors has been increased from 75 to 100 as the University continues to support a safe environment and help students adhere to COVID-19 guidelines.

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People and Community Students participate in a "Meet and Greet" with public health ambassadors during the fall 2020 semester.
People and Community Students participate in a "Meet and Greet" with public health ambassadors during the fall 2020 semester.
People and Community Students participate in a "Meet and Greet" with public health ambassadors during the fall 2020 semester.

Public Health Ambassadors Program boosts its staff

The number of ambassadors has been increased from 75 to 100 as the University continues to support a safe environment and help students adhere to COVID-19 guidelines.

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People and Community UMPD Lt. Octavia Bridges. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
People and Community UMPD Lt. Octavia Bridges. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
People and Community UMPD Lt. Octavia Bridges. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami

In new role, lieutenant connects community with police

Octavia Bridges—a 20-year veteran of the University of Miami Police Department and the first Black woman to serve as a lieutenant—has been promoted to oversee crime prevention and community relations on the Coral Gables Campus.

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People and Community UMPD Lt. Octavia Bridges. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
People and Community UMPD Lt. Octavia Bridges. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami
People and Community UMPD Lt. Octavia Bridges. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami

In new role, lieutenant connects community with police

Octavia Bridges—a 20-year veteran of the University of Miami Police Department and the first Black woman to serve as a lieutenant—has been promoted to oversee crime prevention and community relations on the Coral Gables Campus.

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People and Community In this Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021 file photo, supporters of President Donald Trump scale the west wall of the the U.S. Capitol in Washington. Associated Press
People and Community In this Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021 file photo, supporters of President Donald Trump scale the west wall of the the U.S. Capitol in Washington. Associated Press
People and Community In this Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021 file photo, supporters of President Donald Trump scale the west wall of the the U.S. Capitol in Washington. Associated Press
People and Community In this Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021 file photo, supporters of President Donald Trump scale the west wall of the the U.S. Capitol in Washington. Associated Press

Scholars examine the mob mentality

The Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection has given social scientists and psychologists another example to examine the behavior and actions of groups.

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People and Community
Flappers dance the Charleston
People and Community Flappers dance the Charleston

Forecast predicts another Roaring ’20s

Some experts believe that pent-up demand will push the economy into a rebound after the majority of the U.S. population receives the COVID-19 vaccine.

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People and Community
Eddie Alvarez, art director at The Washington Post
People and Community Eddie Alvarez, art director at The Washington Post

Artistic skills, winding path lead to successful career

University of Miami alumnus Eddie Alvarez excels as a newspaper designer and is now an art director at The Washington Post.

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"A Promised Land" by former President Barack Obama is displayed in the window of a New York bookstore, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
"A Promised Land" by former President Barack Obama is displayed in the window of a New York bookstore, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
"A Promised Land" by former President Barack Obama is displayed in the window of a New York bookstore, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
People and Community "A Promised Land" by former President Barack Obama is displayed in the window of a New York bookstore, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)

Writing a successful memoir requires talent, personal touch

University of Miami Creative Writing faculty members explore the travails of an increasingly popular nonfiction genre that sends writers chasing time and truth down the rabbit hole of memory.

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People and Community
"A Promised Land" by former President Barack Obama is displayed in the window of a New York bookstore, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
"A Promised Land" by former President Barack Obama is displayed in the window of a New York bookstore, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
"A Promised Land" by former President Barack Obama is displayed in the window of a New York bookstore, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
People and Community "A Promised Land" by former President Barack Obama is displayed in the window of a New York bookstore, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)

Writing a successful memoir requires talent, personal touch

University of Miami Creative Writing faculty members explore the travails of an increasingly popular nonfiction genre that sends writers chasing time and truth down the rabbit hole of memory.

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People and Community
President-elect Joe Biden congratulates Vice President Kamala Harris after she was sworn in during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
President-elect Joe Biden congratulates Vice President Kamala Harris after she was sworn in during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
President-elect Joe Biden congratulates Vice President Kamala Harris after she was sworn in during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
People and Community President-elect Joe Biden congratulates Vice President Kamala Harris after she was sworn in during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Students hope to see ‘follow through’ after inauguration

University of Miami students share their thoughts and impressions as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris take the helm.

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People and Community
President-elect Joe Biden congratulates Vice President Kamala Harris after she was sworn in during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
President-elect Joe Biden congratulates Vice President Kamala Harris after she was sworn in during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
President-elect Joe Biden congratulates Vice President Kamala Harris after she was sworn in during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
People and Community President-elect Joe Biden congratulates Vice President Kamala Harris after she was sworn in during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Students hope to see ‘follow through’ after inauguration

University of Miami students share their thoughts and impressions as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris take the helm.

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People and Community President Joe Biden speaks during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)
People and Community President Joe Biden speaks during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)
People and Community President Joe Biden speaks during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)
People and Community President Joe Biden speaks during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)

In an inauguration like no other, Biden issues a call for unity

Following Wednesday’s historic event, University of Miami experts in various fields provide their insight on the biggest challenges facing the new administration.

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President Joe Biden speaks during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)
President Joe Biden speaks during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)
President Joe Biden speaks during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)
People and Community President Joe Biden speaks during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, Pool)

In an inauguration like no other, Biden issues a call for unity

Following Wednesday’s historic event, University of Miami experts in various fields provide their insight on the biggest challenges facing the new administration.

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People and Community Building blocks depicting social media icons
People and Community Building blocks depicting social media icons
People and Community Building blocks depicting social media icons
People and Community Building blocks depicting social media icons

Reforming Section 230: Is the internet free for all or a free-for-all?

University of Miami experts weigh the merit and consequences of amending or repealing the communications law that provides a legal shield for service providers from the words, images, and videos posted by their users.

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People and Community
Building blocks depicting social media icons
Building blocks depicting social media icons
Building blocks depicting social media icons
People and Community Building blocks depicting social media icons

Reforming Section 230: Is the internet free for all or a free-for-all?

University of Miami experts weigh the merit and consequences of amending or repealing the communications law that provides a legal shield for service providers from the words, images, and videos posted by their users.

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People and Community
Emilio Sánchez (United States [born Cuba], 1921-1999), "Untitled (Ventanita entreabierta)," 1981. Oil and watercolor on paper, 35.625 x 43.375 in. (90.5 x 110.2 cm.). Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami. Gift of the Emilio Sanchez Foundation, 2010.25.2. © Emilio Sanchez.
Emilio Sánchez (United States [born Cuba], 1921-1999), "Untitled (Ventanita entreabierta)," 1981. Oil and watercolor on paper, 35.625 x 43.375 in. (90.5 x 110.2 cm.). Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami. Gift of the Emilio Sanchez Foundation, 2010.25.2. © Emilio Sanchez.
Emilio Sánchez (United States [born Cuba], 1921-1999), "Untitled (Ventanita entreabierta)," 1981. Oil and watercolor on paper, 35.625 x 43.375 in. (90.5 x 110.2 cm.). Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami. Gift of the Emilio Sanchez Foundation, 2010.25.2. © Emilio Sanchez.
People and Community Emilio Sánchez (United States [born Cuba], 1921-1999), "Untitled (Ventanita entreabierta)," 1981. Oil and watercolor on paper, 35.625 x 43.375 in. (90.5 x 110.2 cm.). Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami. Gift of the Emilio Sanchez Foundation, 2010.25.2. © Emilio Sanchez.

Artist’s life, legacy honored on new USPS postage

The United States Postal Service features Emilio Sanchez, the first Cuban American visual artist to be recognized in a new series of Forever stamps.

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People and Community
Emilio Sánchez (United States [born Cuba], 1921-1999), "Untitled (Ventanita entreabierta)," 1981. Oil and watercolor on paper, 35.625 x 43.375 in. (90.5 x 110.2 cm.). Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami. Gift of the Emilio Sanchez Foundation, 2010.25.2. © Emilio Sanchez.
Emilio Sánchez (United States [born Cuba], 1921-1999), "Untitled (Ventanita entreabierta)," 1981. Oil and watercolor on paper, 35.625 x 43.375 in. (90.5 x 110.2 cm.). Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami. Gift of the Emilio Sanchez Foundation, 2010.25.2. © Emilio Sanchez.
Emilio Sánchez (United States [born Cuba], 1921-1999), "Untitled (Ventanita entreabierta)," 1981. Oil and watercolor on paper, 35.625 x 43.375 in. (90.5 x 110.2 cm.). Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami. Gift of the Emilio Sanchez Foundation, 2010.25.2. © Emilio Sanchez.
People and Community Emilio Sánchez (United States [born Cuba], 1921-1999), "Untitled (Ventanita entreabierta)," 1981. Oil and watercolor on paper, 35.625 x 43.375 in. (90.5 x 110.2 cm.). Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami. Gift of the Emilio Sanchez Foundation, 2010.25.2. © Emilio Sanchez.

Artist’s life, legacy honored on new USPS postage

The United States Postal Service features Emilio Sanchez, the first Cuban American visual artist to be recognized in a new series of Forever stamps.

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Graphic showing profile of face and speech/audio wave
People and Community Graphic showing profile of face and speech/audio wave

Scholars link diet, dentition, and linguistics

In a new study that scrutinized the speech patterns of Freddie Mercury, Michael Phelps, and other celebrities, University of Miami researchers offer insights on how diet ultimately reshapes language.

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People and Community
Graphic showing profile of face and speech/audio wave
Graphic showing profile of face and speech/audio wave
Graphic showing profile of face and speech/audio wave
People and Community Graphic showing profile of face and speech/audio wave

Scholars link diet, dentition, and linguistics

In a new study that scrutinized the speech patterns of Freddie Mercury, Michael Phelps, and other celebrities, University of Miami researchers offer insights on how diet ultimately reshapes language.

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Image for Sub-Tropical and Tropical Coastal Resilience Symposium
Image for Sub-Tropical and Tropical Coastal Resilience Symposium
Image for Sub-Tropical and Tropical Coastal Resilience Symposium
People and Community Image for Sub-Tropical and Tropical Coastal Resilience Symposium

Symposium to explore climate change in the Caribbean, South Florida

The multidisciplinary forum in April will explore lessons learned from the regions. There is a call for papers to be presented, but abstracts must be submitted by Jan. 17.

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Image for Sub-Tropical and Tropical Coastal Resilience Symposium
Image for Sub-Tropical and Tropical Coastal Resilience Symposium
Image for Sub-Tropical and Tropical Coastal Resilience Symposium
People and Community Image for Sub-Tropical and Tropical Coastal Resilience Symposium

Symposium to explore climate change in the Caribbean, South Florida

The multidisciplinary forum in April will explore lessons learned from the regions. There is a call for papers to be presented, but abstracts must be submitted by Jan. 17.

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