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5 things to know this week

A weekly series designed to highlight events, benefits, perks, and items of interest for the University of Miami community.

Attend the next Faculty Senate meeting. 
Wednesday, Aug. 28, at 5 p.m.
All members of the University Faculty are invited to attend the first senate meeting of the year, held at the Faculty Club located at 1350 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL. Participants are encouraged to learn more about the Faculty Senate and its representatives. View all meeting dates for the 2024-2025 academic year. Contact the Faculty Senate Office at facsen@miami.edu for more information.

Learn to leverage AI in the classroom. 
Course now available for University faculty.
University faculty can register for Teaching with AI: Seizing Opportunities and Navigating Challenges, a self-paced course designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and practical tools for integrating generative AI into educational settings. Launched by the Learning Innovation and Faculty Engagement team, the asynchronous course is facilitated on Blackboard Learn Ultra, ensuring a comprehensive and user-friendly learning experience. Find more AI resources offered by Academic Technologies.

Watch classic and modern films at the Bill Cosford Cinema. 
Sundays at 1 p.m. through Dec. 15.
Selected films will hit the big screen on the Coral Gables Campus throughout the fall semester. Tickets are $5 per screening, and a series pass grants access to all 12 screenings for $40. University students can use the code UMSTUDENT at checkout and present a valid CaneID at the door to gain free admission to each screening. View a list of movie titles and purchase tickets.

Review University compliance policies and regulatory updates. 
At the University of Miami, compliance is everyone’s responsibility. Access resources, including the confidential reporting tool and PolicyStat database, and take the time to update your profile on UDisclose, the University’s conflict of interest policy system. Explore resources and reminders for the University community.

Are you the ultimate ’Canes Fan?
Vote now.
Submit your nomination for 2024 ’Canes Fan of the Year for a chance to win an away trip with the Hurricanes, including two tickets, air travel, accommodations, custom ’Canes gear, and more.

Review submission guidelines and share your ideas for consideration in 5 Things to Know.

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