Division of Student Affairs | News & Events | University of Miami
By Students, For Students: Staying Safe in Miami and Beyond
The Sandler Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Education is a one-stop shop for students to learn about drug and alcohol safety and garner resources for safe practices both on and off campus.
The Herbert Wellness Center Bridges Generations of Canes Together
The Patti and Allan Herbert Wellness Center has been more than just the University gym for decades. With programming for kids to seniors, the center prides itself on its multipurpose spaces equipped for students and members of the UM community, leading to members for life.
Black Awareness Month: “Black to the Future”
Black Awareness Month is celebrated at the university annually but this year’s celebrations are the biggest they have ever been! The theme “Black to the Future,” represents a look back on the black community and what is ahead.
Raymond and Doris LaCombe Gift UCatholic
Raymond and Doris LaCombe, devote Catholics, donated $500,000 to the Catholic Student Center to continue the enhancement of student programming.
Miami Dream Day of Service 2025
Miami Dream Day of Service, presented by the Butler Center, is an annual student-run program that brings the community together through service across Miami-Dade County.
Frost Students Head to the Grammys
Frost School of Music undergraduate students, Adyna Blair Silverberg and Dawson Fuss, had a rare and exciting opportunity to attend the 2024 Latin Grammys. Their passion for music and culture led to this opportunity to meet dozens of professionals in worlds music.
Student Spotlight: Albertie Regalado and Hanna Ebrahimi
Albertie Regalado and Hanna Ebrahimi were the 2024 Program Coordinators for Great Start, a pre-orientation program welcoming incoming commuter students to the university. Recently, Great Start was recognized by the National Association of Student Affairs Personnel Administrators as the 2024 Florida Program of Distinctions. However, these exceptional leaders stem way beyond their involvement in Great Start, exploring leadership across campus.
Student Spotlight: Jenny Jacoby
Cape Coral native Jenny Jacoby has grown up with a deep-rooted passion for written communications in various fields, including the environment and public policy. Her drive for journalistic advocacy led her to the University of Miami where she joined the Miami Hurricane. As a senior, the Editor-in-Chief aims to elicit journalistic creativity, strong leadership, and positive change. Read more about Jenny Jacoby’s story below.
The Camner Center Drives Student Success Through Innovative Technology
The Camner Center is a place for University students to receive help, support, and encouragement for any and all academic needs. The office offers a variety of tools to drive success within our community—some of which you may not know exist. From testing accommodations to learning specialists, the Camner Center is a one-stop shop for all your academic needs!
Homecoming 2024 - Dare to Dream
Homecoming at the University of Miami is a community wide event where everyone from students, alumni, faculty, and even locals come together to celebrate the University and its rich traditions, history, and spirit. The theme for Homecoming this year, “Dare to Dream,” encapsulates the strength and ambition of the Canes Community and their love for the Alma Mater.
“Racíes Unidas”: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at UM
Hispanic Heritage Month was officially recognized as a national month by the United States government in 1988. Annually, Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the contributions, history, and influences the Hispanic community has on our nation. At UM, the celebrations are led by the Alliance of Latin American Students (ALAS) who spend the month sharing their culture.
