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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. 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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. 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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! 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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. 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Students associated with the Greek Community take part in community service and philanthropy as well as build leadership and organization skills that can help them toward their professional goals. 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This win is historic, as this is the first Florida team to win this title. 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Margaret Todd 02-26-2024 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Activities and Events Campus Life Health and Wellness Student Spotlights Well-Being and Resiliency Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Profile Spotlight Athletics Campus false false false false false Academics / People and Community / University / Access and Inclusion / Diversity / In the Community / Social Impact / Campus / Student Affairs / Activities and Events / Campus Life / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2024/02/all-state-grant-boosts-butler-center.html Academics People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2024/02/16-9-all-state-grant-funday5.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2024/02/3-2-all-state-grant-funday5.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2024/02/1-1-all-state-grant-funday5.jpg The grant, from The Allstate Foundation, enhances current programming and provides an opportunity for new initiatives at the University of Miami. Lindsey Hines 02-28-2024 true Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Activities and Events Campus Life Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Access and Inclusion Diversity In the Community Social Impact Campus false false false false false Arts and Humanities / People and Community / Fine Arts / History and Culture / Museums / In the Community / Student Affairs / Activities and Events / Campus Life / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / General Business / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2023/12/miami-goes-to-stonewall.html Arts and Humanities People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/12/miami-goes-to-stonewall-16x9.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/12/miami-goes-to-stonewall-3x2.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/12/miami-goes-to-stonewall-1x1.jpg A mural designed and crafted by students in the Gender and Sexuality Studies Living Learning Community from the University of Miami is relocating to the Stonewall National Museum, Library, and Archives. This vibrant artwork portrays LGBTQIA+ icons spanning each decade since the 1960s. Julianne Lopez 12-19-2023 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents General Business Student Affairs Activities and Events Campus Life Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Fine Arts History and Culture Museums In the Community false false false false false People and Community / Sports / University / Visiting Speakers / Campus / Student Affairs / Activities and Events / Campus Life / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / General Business / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2023/11/adam-white-returns-to-his-roots.html People and Community Sports University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/11/adam-white-16x9.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/11/adam-white-3x2.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/11/adam-white-1x1.jpg Front Office Sports Founder and CEO returns to the University of Miami to speak to USPORT members on starting his company, his time as a UM student, and what his future looks like. Morgan Ogden 11-27-2023 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents General Business Student Affairs Activities and Events Campus Life Visiting Speakers Campus false false false false false University / Campus / Wellness / Student Affairs / Health and Wellness / Division Updates / Well-Being and Resiliency / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / General Business / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2023/10/counseling-center-spirer-donation.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/10/j-spirer-16x9.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/10/j-spirer-3x2.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/10/j-spirer-1x1.png Plaque commemorating Dr. Jess Spirer, with a headshot and text that reads "In recognition of Dr. Jess Spirer, founding director of the University of Miami Counseling Center, for his thirty-three years (1945-1977) of leadership" The impact of Dr. Jess Spirer, the University of Miami Counseling Center's (UMCC) founder and first director, can still be felt at the University today. In recognition of Dr. Spirer's commitment to the University and his family's generous donation to his namesake doctoral internship program, Dr. Spirer will be memorialized in the reception area of the UMCC. Lindsey Hines 10-10-2023 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students General Business Student Affairs Health and Wellness Division Updates Well-Being and Resiliency Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Campus Wellness false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Profile Spotlight / Social Impact / University Leadership / Campus / Student Affairs / Campus Life / Leadership and Service / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2023/04/kim-martin.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/04/kim-martin-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/04/kim-martin-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/04/kim-martin-365x365.jpg kim martin The newly elected, president-elect of the Association for University and College Counseling Center Outreach (AUCCCO), has been on the board since 2017. Having first become the treasurer in 2018, she is the first master’s level representative to be elected President. Lindsey Hines 04-21-2023 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Campus Life Leadership and Service In the Community Profile Spotlight Social Impact University Leadership Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Activities and Events / Campus Life / Leadership and Service / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Includes Video / Students / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2023/04/university-fosters-belonging-with-new-student-village.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/04/ribboncutting-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/04/ribboncutting-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/04/ribboncutting-365x365.jpg ribboncutting-940x529.jpg Emphasizing cultural belonging and encouraging student interaction, the new home of various student organizations and large gathering spaces will exist as a space for students to study, relax, and connect with their peers. Nailah Edmead 04-28-2023 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Activities and Events Campus Life Leadership and Service Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency Includes Video false false false false false People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Campus / Student Affairs / Activities and Events / Campus Life / Student Spotlights / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2023/02/biscaydence-advances-to-semifinals.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/02/biscaydence-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/02/biscaydence-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/02/biscaydence-365x365.jpg biscaydence940x529 Biscaydence, the distinguished a capella group here at the University, placed second in the quarterfinal of an international a capella tournament this past weekend to secure a bid to move on to the semifinal in March. Nailah Edmead 02-23-2023 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Activities and Events Campus Life Student Spotlights Profile Spotlight Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Diversity / Campus / Student Affairs / Activities and Events / Campus Life / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2023/02/2023lunarnewyear.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/02/lunarnewyear-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/02/lunarnewyear-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/02/lunarnewyear-365x365.jpg lunarnewyear940x529 Honoring the Lunar New Year, the 11th annual celebration took place Monday with large-scale cultural programming for all members of the University community to join. Nailah Edmead 02-14-2023 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Activities and Events Campus Life Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Diversity Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Social Impact / Campus / Student Affairs / Activities and Events / Campus Life / Health and Wellness / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2023/02/sandlercenterawardwinningpsa.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/02/sandlercenter-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/02/sandlercenter-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/02/sandlercenter-365x365.jpg sandlercenter-940x529 Second place finishers in the 2022 Campus PSA Video as part of the Drug Enforcement Administration's Red Ribbon Week, The Sandler Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Education, operating under the Dean of Student’s Office, honors their recognition as they implement new Narcan training initiatives for the University community. Nailah Edmead 02-09-2023 false Students Student Affairs Activities and Events Campus Life Health and Wellness Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency Social Impact Campus false false false false false People and Community / Diversity / Campus / Student Affairs / Activities and Events / Campus Life / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2023/01/black-awareness-month.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/01/bam-940x559.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/01/bam-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2023/01/bam-365x365.png A collaboration between several student organizations, Black Awareness Month will host a series of events celebrating Black culture and offering the University of Miami community insight on Black history. Nailah Edmead 01-30-2023 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Student Affairs Activities and Events Campus Life Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Diversity Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Campus Life / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/12/destress-fest.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/12/destress-fest-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/12/destress-fest-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/12/destress-fest-365x365.jpg Photo of people with U hands Dr. Patricia A. Whitely, senior vice president for student affairs, stands with members of AGLO, SG, and COPE. Lindsey Hines 12-09-2022 false Students Student Affairs Campus Life Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency false false false false false People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/09/upperclassmen-reflect-on,-urge-campus-involvement-to-new-canes.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/09/sold-logo-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/09/sold-logo-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/09/sold-logo-365x365.png Seasoned ’Canes offer their advice on navigating campus life and community as new and returning students seek out involvement opportunities. Nailah Edmead 09-07-2022 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/04/civic-minded-student-chosen-for-yearlong-fellowship.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/fabrizio_darby_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/fabrizio_darby_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/fabrizio_darby_365.jpg Junior Fabrizio Darby was picked as the Newman Civic Fellow for 2022-2023. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Combining his passion for medicine, creative writing, and social change, junior Fabrizio Darby was recognized for his contributions to the creation of Answer Campus—an interactive, situation-based game that allows users to engage in complex conversations about identity—and was picked as the Newman Civic Fellow for 2022-23. Jenny Hudak 04-18-2022 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/04/scholarships-bring-brighter-opportunities-within-reach.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/donorrecognition22-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/donorrecognition22-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/donorrecognition22-hero-365.jpg Scholarship luncheon Students and donors gathered for the University of Miami Scholarship Donor Celebration to spotlight the power of scholarships to change lives. Pamela Edward 04-07-2022 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Academics / Arts and Humanities / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/04/duo-places-among-top-10-in-debate-competition.html Academics Arts and Humanities https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/debateteamtourney-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/debateteamtourney-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/debateteamtourney-hero-365.jpg Debate team Students Iman Sami and Delphine Djomo represented the University of Miami in the Social Justice Debates, held at Morehouse College in Atlanta, that centered on the merits of desegregating schools. Barbara Gutierrez 04-07-2022 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Arts and Humanities / People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/04/gen-z-students-give-tips-on-how-to-engage-their-peers.html Arts and Humanities People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/orangeumbrella-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/orangeumbrella-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/orangeumbrella-hero-365.jpg Orange Umbrella Members of Orange Umbrella, the student-run communication consultancy at the University of Miami, recently offered their advice to local communication leaders at a major conference on marketing to their counterparts. Barbara Gutierrez 04-05-2022 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/04/student-employees-take-center-stage-this-week.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/04/sew_940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/04/sew_790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/04/sew_365x365.jpg This year’s Student Employment Week offers a chance to celebrate students who develop their own practical skills while providing services and support for the university community through various positions within the Division of Student Affairs. Nailah Edmead 04-11-2022 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/04/student-led-initiative-launches-young-leaders-on-campus.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/launch-ajiri-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/launch-ajiri-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/04/launch-ajiri-hero-365.jpg launch In its inaugural year, the LAUNCH Summit, founded by senior Ajiri Uzere, aims to equip first-year students with resources and support to succeed as pacesetters. Jenny Hudak 04-01-2022 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/03/student-group-ushers-in-weeklong-celebration-of-cuban-culture.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/wocc940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/wocc790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/wocc365.jpg Zoe Fundora, president-elect of FEC, greets a student during Monday's Week of Cuban Culture opening celebration. The Federación de Estudiantes Cubanos features its annual Week of Cuban Culture with events that aim to educate the University community about some of the island’s history, as well as highlight a few customs and pastimes. Jenny Hudak 03-28-2022 false Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/03/international-week-to-celebrate-different-regions,-cultures.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/coiso_international_week_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/coiso_international_week_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/coiso_international_week_365.jpg From left: COISO’s treasurer, Vjera Radovic, president, Diya Dharmendran and vice president, Saloni Radadia. In a period dedicated to celebrating culture and diversity, the Council of International Students and Organizations’ International Week will host engaging events to educate and unite the University community. Jenny Hudak 03-28-2022 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / University / Sustainability / Wellness / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Prospective Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/03/outdoor-adventures-prepares-for-a-new-phase-of-student-programming.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/seals-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/seals-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/seals-365.png Outdoor Adventures is adding new trips and off-campus experiences to its already successful offerings that include the climbing wall at Lakeside Village, gear rentals, and training courses. Nailah Edmead 03-30-2022 false Students Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency Sustainability Wellness false false false false false People and Community / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/03/symposium-created-for-students-by-students.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/wwls-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/wwls-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/wwls-365.png The annual Patricia A. Whitely Women’s Leader Symposium celebrates womanhood at the University of Miami and highlights students’ resiliency of the past two years. Nailah Edmead 03-24-2022 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Visiting Speakers false false false false true https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/03/students-from-ukraine-hope-their-nation-can-overcome-challenges-ahead.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/ukranianstudent-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/ukranianstudent-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/ukranianstudent-hero-365.jpg Senior Kateryna Ghandour photographed in Kyiv during the summer of 2021. Photo courtesy Kateryna Ghandour. Several University of Miami students who hail from Ukraine are watching with growing concern and fear as their nation’s will is tested by Russian President Vladimir Putin. News@TheU 03-08-2022 false false false false false true https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/03/students-of-color-symposium-keynote-speaker-tells-students-we-can-create-real-change.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/socs_2022_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/socs_2022_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/03/socs_2022_365.jpg The keynote speaker at the 2022 Students of Color Symposium was Raymond Santana, a criminal justice advocate and member of the Exonerated Five. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Raymond Santana, one of the exonerated men of the Central Park Five, shared his perspective, experiences, and advice on March 5 at the Lakeside Village Expo Hall as part of the symposium that offered students daylong networking events to build their professional know-how. Ashley A. Williams 03-07-2022 false false false false false false People and Community / University / Social Impact / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/03/lgbtq-student-center-director-continues-a-streak-of-excellence.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/vega-award-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/vega-award-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/vega-award-365.png Gisela Vega, director of the LGBTQ Student Center, receives international recognition from her peers for her commitment to fostering a sense of belonging for students. Nailah Edmead 03-09-2022 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Division Updates Social Impact Distinctions false false false false false People and Community / University / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/03/mr-worldwide-comes-to-the-305.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/pitbull-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/pitbull-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/pitbull-365x365.png Invited to address students as part of Student Government’s “What Matters to U” speaker series, Armando Christian Perez, also known as Pitbull, is a Grammy-winning global superstar, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. Mike Piacentino 03-09-2022 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Visiting Speakers false false false false false University / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/03/sandler-center-broadens-student-support-with-new-grant-funding.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/makesurenew940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/makesurenew790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/makesurenew365x365.jpg With a recent grant and national recognition, the Sandler Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Education aims to prepare students for a safe spring break. Nailah Edmead 03-02-2022 false Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Wellness false false false false false People and Community / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/03/new-initiative-for-students-offers-more-than-enough-to-women-of-color-on-campus.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/enough940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/enough790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/03/enough365x365.jpg A new program fosters a community of support for all women of color on campus, incorporating personal and academic mentorship for members to lean on. Nailah Edmead 03-03-2022 false Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Diversity false false false false true https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/02/university-encourages-students-to-take-campus-climate-survey.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/itsonuscampussurvey-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/itsonuscampussurvey-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/itsonuscampussurvey-hero-365.jpg It's On Us graphic promoting Title IX campus climate survey Assist the University of Miami’s Title IX office by taking the survey to promote a safer campus environment and to better understand how to prevent sexual violence. Ashley A. Williams 02-22-2022 false false false false false true Health and Medicine / University / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/02/fresh-check-day-offers-students-on-campus-resources-for-mental-health.html Health and Medicine University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/freshcheck940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/freshcheck790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/fresh.jpeg Fresh Check event The Healthy ’Cane Network hosted Fresh Check Day on the Foote University Green on Wednesday with interactive events and giveaways. The national initiative aims to prevent suicide and amplify the availability of mental health resources on university campuses. Jenny Hudak 02-16-2022 false Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/02/student-led-program-aims-to-eradicate-sexual-assault-on-college-campuses.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/iou-940.jpeg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/iou-790.jpeg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/ios-365.jpeg It's on Us The It’s On Us Ambassador Program at the University of Miami is recruiting new members to help advance its mission of keeping the campus community safe. Ashley A. Williams 02-17-2022 false Students Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/02/student-blazes-a-trail-as-a-public-speaker.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/niles-naseem-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/niles-naseem-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/niles-naseem-365.jpg Niles Naseem, photographed by Jenny Hudak University of Miami sophomore Niles Niseem, a professional public speaker since he was 12 years old, aims to motivate his community through his speeches. Jenny Hudak 02-14-2022 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false false Health and Medicine / People and Community / Health and Lifestyle / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/02/canes-share-tips-for-a-healthy-heart.html Health and Medicine People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/02/heart-healthy-students-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/02/heart-healthy-students-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/02/heart-healthy-students-365x365.png February is American Heart Month, so student employees from the Department of Wellness and Recreation share tips on how the University community can maintain a healthy heart and lifestyle. Nailah Edmead 02-15-2022 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Health and Lifestyle false false false false true People and Community / Science and Technology / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/02/student-plans-to-lessen-the-digital-divide-in-her-home-country.html People and Community Science and Technology https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/justine_marie_joseph_9409.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/justine_marie_joseph_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/02/justine_marie_joseph_365.jpg Justine Marie Jospeh. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami University of Miami junior Justine-Marie Joseph, a computer engineering major, hopes to use her educational knowledge to help boost technology access in Trinidad and Tobago. Ashley A. Williams 02-08-2022 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / Science and Technology / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/01/student-hopes-to-follow-grandfathers-steps-into-architecture.html People and Community Science and Technology https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/sacha_braggs_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/sacha_braggs_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/sacha_braggs_365.jpg Sacha Braggs. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Motivated by her grandfather’s career and time spent with him, Sacha Braggs is determined to pursue a career in architecture, so that she can one day restore dilapidated commercial buildings in her hometown of Dallas. Ashley A. Williams 01-31-2022 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false University / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/01/university-recognized-for-its-student-voter-engagement.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/01/butler-center-voting-awards-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/01/butler-center-voting-awards-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/01/butler-center-voting-awards-365x365.png The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge and the Campus Vote Project recognized the University of Miami for its efforts to increase student voter registration and turnout during the 2020 presidential election. Nailah Edmead 01-31-2022 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Distinctions false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/01/cane-launches-podcast-to-encourage-student-wellness.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/01/kathryn-jackson-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/01/kathryn-jackson-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/01/kathryn-jackson-365x365.png Kathryn Jackson’s new podcast reflects on her own journey and blends her academic studies with her passion for helping her fellow ’Canes improve their own well-being Nailah Edmead 01-31-2022 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/01/orientation-program-coordinators-offer-pearls-of-wisdom-to-new-students.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/orientationpc22-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/orientationpc22-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/orientationpc22-hero-365.jpg From left: Tatiana Alvarado, Victoria Gomez, Kat Jenkins, and Meera Patel. As ’Cane Kickoff student staff members bring energy and enthusiasm to orientation events all week long, the four student leaders of the group share their recommendations for students just beginning their journeys at the University. Ashley A. Williams 01-11-2022 false Students Student Affairs Connection and Transition false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/01/office-of-multicultural-student-affairs-adds-assistant-director.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/stephanienunez-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/stephanienunez-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/stephanienunez-hero-365.jpg Stephanie Nuñez, assistant director of Multicultural Student Affairs To elevate its work, the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs has added Stephanie Nuñez as an assistant director to provide additional advocacy involving social and racial justice efforts and to reach first-generation students and the Hispanic and Latino community. Ashley A. Williams 01-18-2022 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Division Updates false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/01/university-community-leaps-into-the-metaverse.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/xrstudio-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/xrstudio-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/xrstudio-hero-365.jpg A programmer edits a VR app, while the creator, University of Miami senior Léa Dorne, tests it out in the background. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami Four years into the XR Initiative, University of Miami students and faculty and staff members conceive new ways to solve problems and improve education by using immersive technology to connect in a network of virtual worlds. Janette Neuwahl Tannen 01-20-2022 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/01/race-car-champion-is-driven-to-succeed-in-the-classroom.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/kayvanberlo-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/kayvanberlo-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/kayvanberlo-hero-365.jpg Kay Van Berlo Kay Van Berlo, once a competitive go-kart racer and now an international race car driver, shares what drew him to the University of Miami. Gabrielle Sheridan 01-26-2022 false Students Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / University / Diversity / In the Community / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / global-black-studies http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2022/01/bestselling-author-vegan-foodie-tabitha-brown-to-speak-on-campus.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/01/tabitha-brown-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/01/tabitha-brown-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2022/01/tabitha-brown-365.png Known as ‘America’s mom’ by her growing fanbase of 12 million social media followers, the accomplished vegan lifestylist will share with students the importance of authentically pursuing life’s dreams and passions. Mike Piacentino 01-27-2022 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Diversity In the Community Visiting Speakers false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2022/01/program-fosters-startup-skills,-mindset-for-students-of-color.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/ustartleaders-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/ustartleaders-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2022/01/ustartleaders-hero-365.jpg David Major, associate professor of professional practice in Global Business Strategy and academic director of UStart@MiamiHerbert Entrepreneurship Immersion Program, and EllenMarie McPhillip, associate dean of programs in the School of Education and Human Development. Photo: Evan Garcia/University of Miami The UStart program, a six-day intensive residency launched by the Miami Herbert Business School and with participation from personnel across the University, aims to empower more college students of color to pursue entrepreneurial careers that might ultimately support their communities. Michael R. Malone 01-10-2022 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/12/tips-to-help-students-manage-fall-semester-finals.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/12/study_spaces_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/12/study_spaces_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/12/study_spaces_365.jpg Students studying in the Richter Library. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Close out the semester with these helpful Coral Gables Campus resources and useful pointers to help guide you smoothly through your week of final exams. News@TheU 12-09-2021 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Roadmap / University / Parking and Construction / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/12/construction-of-centennial-village-back-on-track.html Roadmap University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/12/centennialvillagestory-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/12/centennialvillagestory-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/12/centennialvillagestory-hero-365.jpg Rendering of Centennial Village student housing complex After active site work for Centennial Village was paused because of the pandemic, the project ramps up this month to prepare for the demolition of Hecht Residential College in May 2022. News@TheU 12-10-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Connection and Transition Division Updates Parking and Construction false false false false false People and Community / University / Benefits and Discounts / Wellness / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Well-Being and Resiliency / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/12/free-workouts-next-month.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/12/hwc-front-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/12/hwc-front-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/12/hwc-front-365.png Throughout the month of January, the Patti and Allan Herbert Wellness Center is offering all University employees free access to the facility during select days and times. Mike Piacentino 12-06-2021 false Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Student Affairs Division Updates Well-Being and Resiliency Benefits and Discounts Wellness false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/11/club-connects-students-to-music,-entertainment-industry.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/musicassociation-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/musicassociation-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/musicassociation-hero-365.jpg Music Industry Association members pose with Tik Tok star Avery Lynch during their most recent event which shared the young artist's journey to becoming popular by sharing original content on the app. The Music Industry Association is a student-led organization that provides workshops, panel discussions, and mixers to help aspiring artists succeed in the music and entertainment field. Ashley A. Williams 11-23-2021 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/11/students-express-gratitude,-share-thanksgiving-traditions.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/mos_thanksgiving_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/mos_thanksgiving_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/most_thanksgiving_365.jpg From left: Nzinga Barnet, Marcel van Hemert, Dija Thomas, and Brady Taylor. Photos and video: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami As students leave campus for Thanksgiving break, which runs from Nov. 22 through Nov. 26, they share their favorite traditions and reflect on gratitude. Jenny Hudak 11-18-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false University / Campus / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/11/new-dining-and-retail-spaces-open-their-doors-to-the-university-community.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/11/salonfinal940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/11/salonfinal790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/11/salonfinal365x365.jpg With new dining options, outdoor activities, a full-service salon, and meeting spaces all open to the University community, Lakeside Village continues to serve as more than simply a place to live Nailah Edmead 11-12-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Division Updates Campus false false false false true University / Campus / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/11/university-launches-effort-to-revolutionize-the-undergraduate-experience.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/academicfellows-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/academicfellows-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/academicfellows-hero-365.jpg Students walk along the pathway leading to the Otto G. Richter Library on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami The University’s inaugural Academic Innovation Fellows are hoping to craft novel degree tracks that revolutionize the way students study and learn in the coming years. Janette Neuwahl Tannen 11-09-2021 false Students Student Affairs Division Updates Campus false false false false true People and Community / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/11/climate-and-racial-justice-talks-inspire-students,-new-course.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/climatejustice-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/climatejustice-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/climatejustice-hero-365.jpg Climate justice illustration created by Catherine Villalonga from (F)empower After their fourth dialogue exploring the ramifications of climate change on disadvantaged communities, a University of Miami Laboratory for Integrative Knowledge team is ready to tackle its next goals. Maya Bell 11-08-2021 false Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Diversity false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/11/orientation-team-recognized-for-its-excellence-in-student-support.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/11/finalx940x529xoci.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/11/finalx790x527xoci.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/11/finalx365x365xoci.jpg The Department of Orientation and Commuter Student Involvement received several awards at both the state and national levels for its commitment to student success. Nailah Edmead 11-09-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Connection and Transition Student Engagement false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/11/homecoming-provides-memorable-backdrop-for-class-of-2020.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/special-comm2020-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/special-comm2020-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/special-comm2020-hero-365.jpg The Class of 2020 was honored with a special commencement ceremony on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami In the first commencement exercise held in the Watsco Center since December 2019, the Class of 2020 enjoyed their long-awaited in-person graduation during a special ceremony. Jenny Hudak 11-07-2021 false Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Connection and Transition false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/11/bring-the-beat-back-drums-up-a-special-week.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/homecomingweek21-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/homecomingweek21-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/homecomingweek21-hero-365.jpg Fireworks were set off from the rooftops of residential colleges and Shalala Student Center during Hurricane Howl 2021. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami With the theme of “Bring the Beat Back,” the University of Miami returned to a traditional homecoming scene with a fully in-person schedule of events held from Nov. 1 to Nov. 6. Ashley A. Williams 11-07-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Division Updates Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Division Updates / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/11/ever-brighter-campaign-a-highlight-at-homecoming.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/everbrighterlaunch-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/everbrighterlaunch-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/everbrighterlaunch-hero-365.jpg Ever Brighter and Bring the Beat Back lighting on the Donna E. Shalala Student Center at Alumni Weekend and Homecoming 2021. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami The public launch of Ever Brighter, the University of Miami’s Campaign for Our Next Century, was celebrated Friday evening during a series of events on the Coral Gables Campus. News@TheU 11-07-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Division Updates Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/11/homecoming-highlights-the-canes-community-sharing-spirit,-pride.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/mos_hoco_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/mos_hoco_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/mos_hoco_365.jpg From left: Stephanie Fleitas, Rahul Babul, Elisiene Jean, and Brian Betancourt. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami As Homecoming and Alumni Weekend 2021 comes to a close, students and alumni staff members reflect on what this time of year means to them. Jenny Hudak 11-04-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / Diversity / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/11/filipino-american-students-embrace,-share-their-culture.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/filipinostudents-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/filipinostudents-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/11/filipinostudents-hero-365.jpg The Filipino Student Association hosted “History Through Food: Chinese Filipino Cuisine” in partnership with the Wellness Center Learning Kitchen. With 90 registered members, the Filipino Student Association works to promote and provide a space for students and faculty and staff members to experience the culture of the Philippines. Ashley A. Williams 11-03-2021 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Diversity false false false false true People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/10/student-examines-resilience-with-a-personal-lens.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/ruth_st_fleur_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/ruth_st_fleur_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/ruth_st_fleur_365.jpg Ruth Gaelle St. Fleur photographed at the Miller School of Medicine. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Ruth Gaelle St. Fleur grew up in Haiti where she had to overcome several obstacles, and she is now exploring the trait of resilience in cancer survivors as part of her doctorate research. Janette Neuwahl Tannen 10-20-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/10/students-harmonize-music-talent-with-business-savvy.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/nanseerawolff-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/nanseerawolff-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/nanseerawolff-hero-365.jpg Nanseera Wolff performed with Sunshine State during the Frost Music Fest on March 20, 2021. With an emphasis on creative collaboration and cultivating an entrepreneurial spirit, the Frost School of Music’s Modern Artist Development and Entrepreneurship program prepares young musicians to navigate the dynamic and mercurial music industry. Michael R. Malone 10-15-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/10/inspire-u-program-celebrates-10th-anniversary.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/inspireu-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/inspireu-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/inspireu-hero-365.jpg Eduardo Lago (left) and Yamil Rivera (right) The mentorship program, which is housed under the School of Education and Human Development, brings together University of Miami students with Booker T. Washington Senior High School students to learn about college life and share life experiences. Barbara Gutierrez 10-14-2021 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false true People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/10/students-plan-to-volunteer,-reconnect,-recharge-during-fall-break.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/mos_fall_break_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/mos_fall_break_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/mos_fall_break_365.jpg Profile photos of four students who shared their plans for the upcoming fall break. The University’s fall break runs from Thursday, Oct. 14 through Sunday, Oct. 17. While some students will be performing community service with the Alternative Breaks program, others will be using their time off to travel, visit with friends and family, and unwind as they reach the halfway point of the semester. Ashley A. Williams and Jenny Hudak 10-13-2021 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/10/on-the-ground-experience-teaches-students-about-geology.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/utahgeology-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/utahgeology-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/utahgeology-hero-365.jpg A group of geology students worked on excavations in Utah during summer 2021 University of Miami undergraduates spent a month last summer in Utah and Wyoming tracing the origins of North America through some of its most beautiful topography. Janette Neuwahl Tannen 10-11-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/10/internu-offers-students-workplace-experiences-on-campus.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/internu_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/internu_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/internu_365.jpg InternU students at Orange Umbrella discuss the variety of client projects they are working on that day, including communications plans and social media marketing for small businesses in South Florida and beyond. Orange Umbrella is a student-run advertising and marketing collective that works to help businesses expand and develop their brand. Photos by Jenny Hudak/University of Miami. Organized by three University departments, the program presents paid internships to students on the Coral Gables Campus. Janette Neuwahl Tannen 10-07-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/10/a-spooky-week-of-events.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/365x365.jpg “All About the Boo” brings Halloween-themed events to campus this week and continues the work of Hurricane Productions to build community through student entertainment Nailah Edmead 10-22-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/10/indexcounseling-center-supplements-services-with-new-technologies.html http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/counseling-center--innovations--940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/counseling-center--innovations--365.png A new virtual simulation experience, Kognito, adds to the Counseling Center’s growing collection of online tools and resources for the University community Nailah Edmead 10-21-2021 false false false false false false Health and Medicine / People and Community / Science and Technology / Health and Lifestyle / Tech Innovation / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/10/counseling-center-supplements-services-with-new-technologies.html Health and Medicine People and Community Science and Technology http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/counseling-center--innovations--940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/counseling-center-innovations-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/counseling-center--innovations--365.png Kognito is a new virtual simulation training that adds to the Counseling Center’s growing collection of online tools and resources for the University community Nailah Edmead 10-11-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Health and Lifestyle Tech Innovation false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/10/universitys-world-food-day-serves-up-edibles-from-farm-to-table.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/food_day_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/food_day_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/10/food_day_365.jpg Kate Lui, a sophomore studying nursing; Cassandra Swilley, a sophomore studying interactive media and gender and sexuality studies; and Mecca McCain, a sophomore psychology and criminology major, gathered at the annual Fair Food Fair. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami University departments joined forces to not only bring awareness to world hunger, malnutrition, and poverty but to also heighten awareness and support for sustainable food systems in our local communities and beyond. Ashley A. Williams 10-19-2021 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false Arts and Humanities / People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Prospective Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/10/actor-and-social-media-sensation-josh-peck-to-speak-on-campus.html Arts and Humanities People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/josh-peck-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/josh-peck-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/josh-peck-365.png Best known for his role as Josh on Nickelodeon’s popular “Drake & Josh” television series, the actor and comedian will engage students in an in-person conversation on the many pathways of success Mike Piacentino 10-11-2021 false Students Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false Health and Medicine / People and Community / University / In the Community / Profile Spotlight / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/10/students-share-their-reasons-for-being-vaccinated.html Health and Medicine People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/vaccine-incentive-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/vaccine-incentive-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/vaccine-incentive-365.png Lucky winners of the University’s voluntary vaccination incentive program for students say that family and hopes for return to pre-pandemic life motivated them to get vaccinated. Mike Piacentino 10-04-2021 false Students Alumni Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency In the Community Profile Spotlight Wellness false false false false false People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/10/homecoming-spirit-returns-to-campus.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/hec-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/hec-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/10/hec-365.png The return to in-person Homecoming festivities reintroduces the traditional lineup of student-led programming and activities to the campus community. Nailah Edmead 10-04-2021 false Students Alumni Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/09/campus-community-gives-clothes-a-second-life.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/sustainablefashion-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/sustainablefashion-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/sustainablefashion-hero-365.jpg Anna Coon, junior and the President of UThrift, organizes clothes for their weekly pop up. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami UThrift, a student organization that runs a free pop-up store, features the swapping of clothing and accessories because reusing these items reduces waste and preserves the planet’s resources. This semester alone, it has received more than 1,400 total donations. Ashley A. Williams 09-29-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/09/students-react-to-state-of-the-u-address.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/2021sotustudent-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/2021sotustudent-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/2021sotustudent-hero-365.jpg Student Dallas Bennet attends the State of the U Town Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 28. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami New housing and facilities, a commitment to diversity, and a focus on innovation were portions of University of Miami President Julio Frenk’s remarks that some students found especially interesting. Jenny Hudak 09-29-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/09/students-showcase-their-personal-style-through-fashion.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/street_fashion_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/street_fashion_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/street_fashion_365.jpg University of Miami students creatively express themselves, especially with what they wear. University of Miami students creatively express themselves, especially with what they wear. They display their uniqueness through their own day-to-day fashion sense. Jenny Hudak and Ashley A. Williams 09-23-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Student Engagement / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/09/a-refreshed-rathskeller-continues-serving-the-campus-community.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/09/rathskeller-refresh-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/09/rathskeller-refresh-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/09/rathskeller-refresh-365.png The student-run on-campus restaurant introduces a locally inspired menu, refreshed branding, and a lineup of student-focused programming for the year ahead Mike Piacentino 09-27-2021 false Student Affairs Division Updates Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/09/family-weekend-takes-on-special-meaning.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/09/lamantia-family-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/09/lamantia-family-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/09/lamantia-family-365.png More than 3,000 family members spent precious time with their students this weekend attending mock classes, enjoying campus events, making new connections, and cheering for the Hurricanes Mike Piacentino 09-27-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Community and Fans / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/09/events-celebrate-hispanic-heritage-month.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/hhm-2020-940x529.jpeg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/hhm-2020-790x527.jpeg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/hhm-2020-365x365.jpeg Hispanic Heritage Month 2021 From Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, National Hispanic Heritage Month commemorates the culture and history of Hispanic and Latinx Americans. At the University of Miami, students, and faculty and staff members prepare programs to encourage learning, dialogue, and celebrations. Jenny Hudak 09-14-2021 false Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Community and Fans Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/09/a-prideful-week-returns.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/lgbtq_history_month_940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/lgbtq_history_month_790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/lgbtq_history_month_365x365.png lgbtq_history_month_940x529.png Hosted by the LGBTQ Student Center, Pride Week invites all members of the University community to embrace the LGBTQIA+ community with both on- and off-campus programs Nailah Edmead 09-13-2021 false Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Student Engagement / Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/09/a-fresh-start-for-second-year-students.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/09/y2u-news-header-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/09/y2u-news-header-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/09/y2u-news-header-365x365.png Year 2 at The U invites second-year students to re-connect with campus resources after last year’s unique transition to college life Nailah Edmead 09-09-2021 false Students Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/09/student-awarded-miami-dolphins-foundation-scholarship.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/stracey_miami_dolphins_scholarship_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/stracey_miami_dolphins_scholarship_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/stracey_miami_dolphins_scholarship_365.jpg Stracey Aurelien is one of the recipients of the 2021 Nat Moore Scholarship from the Miami Dolphins Foundation. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Stracey Aurelien, a first-year student at the University of Miami, received a financial award through the Nat Moore Scholarship and Vocational Grant Endowment Program. Ashley A. Williams 09-03-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/09/students-help-address-challenges-created-by-the-pandemic.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/medstudentstory-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/medstudentstory-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/09/medstudentstory-hero-365.jpg Michael Kaiser, right, drops off a delivery of smart devices to a nursing home. Photo courtesy Michael Kaiser. University of Miami Miller School of Medicine students have continued working to make a difference during the coronavirus pandemic by volunteering in the community, conducting research, and fine-tuning their expertise as they approach graduation. News@TheU 09-02-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/08/new-initiative-emphasizes-student-well-being-and-resiliency.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/08/well-being-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/08/well-being-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/08/well-being-365x365.png Following ongoing efforts to prioritize student well-being, the Division of Student Affairs Healthy ’Cane Network introduced a new website that highlights the eight dimensions of well-being critical to students’ success. Nailah Edmead 09-08-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/08/vigil-memorializes-haiti-earthquake-victims,-raises-awareness.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/vigil_for_haiti_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/vigil_for_haiti_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/vigil_for_haiti_365x365.jpg Planet Kreyol hosted a vigil to remember victims of the earthquake. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Planet Kreyol, the Haitian student organization, and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs hosted a “Moment of Silence Vigil Event” on Thursday in honor of the victims of the Haiti earthquake. Ashley A. Williams 08-27-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/08/students-begin-move-in-for-the-fall-2021-semester.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/fall2021movein940.jpeg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/fall2021movein790.jpeg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/fall2021movein365.jpeg Students began moving in on Monday, Aug. 16. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami This week, thousands of new and returning students will move into their home away from home as they occupy residence halls on the Coral Gables Campus. Ashley A. Williams 08-16-2021 false Student Affairs Connection and Transition false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/08/student-governments-executive-officers-eager-to-inspire,-serve.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/stugov21-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/stugov21-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/stugov21-hero-365.jpg The UPROAR student government administration: Ajiri Uzere, Landon Coles, and Grace Tenke. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami As the University of Miami’s Coral Gables Campus begins the fall academic semester, Student Government’s new leaders are encouraging others to get involved by setting an example. Ashley A. Williams 08-24-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/08/students-share-their-excitement-about-being-back-on-campus.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/first_day_fall_2021_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/first_day_fall_2021_790x537.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/first_day_fall_2021_365x365.jpg A composite of students on the first day of the Fall 2021 semester The University welcomed students and faculty and staff members for the first day of fall semester classes on Monday. And a few students shared their zeal and anticipation for upcoming events. Emmalyse Brownstein 08-24-2021 false Student Affairs Connection and Transition false false false false true Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/08/signature-event-welcomes-thousands-of-new-students.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/canestakeflight-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/canestakeflight-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/canestakeflight-hero-365.jpg Canes take flight In a festive celebration at the Watsco Center, President Julio Frenk, members of the faculty, and student leaders formally greeted first-year and transfer students at the annual ’Canes Take Flight program. Ashley A. Williams 08-19-2021 false Student Affairs Connection and Transition false false false false true Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/08/virtual-summer-programs-foster-education,-engagement.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/ashleesealy-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/ashleesealy-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/08/ashleesealy-hero-365.jpg Ashlee Sealy, an undergraduate at the University of Miami, served as a Teaching Assistant for the High School Careers in Medicine Workshop program. The Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine aims to prepare the next generation of physicians through a one-of-a-kind summer experience for underrepresented students from local high schools and colleges across the country. Ashley A. Williams 08-06-2021 false Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/07/students-help-peers-with-research-needs.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/07/peerresearch-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/07/peerresearch-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/07/peerresearch-hero-365.jpg A student studies in the Learning Commons at Richter Library. Peer research consultants are trained to assist undergraduate and graduate students with a wide range of requests in Richter Library. Ashley A. Williams 07-26-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Student Affairs / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/06/student-government-vice-president-selected-for-prestigious-summer-program.html https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/06/ajiri-uzere-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/06/ajiri-uzere-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/06/ajiri-uzere-365x365.jpg Ajiri Uzere Ajiri Uzere, a senior at the University of Miami, was accepted into the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program. She shares how the experiences and opportunities provided to her have shaped who she is today. Ashley A. Williams 06-16-2021 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / University / Appointments / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/06/new-priest-on-campus.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/06/new-priest-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/06/new-priest-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/06/new-priest-365.png The Rev. Phillip Tran’s tenure as the first dedicated Catholic priest on campus comes to end as the Rev. Leo Siqueria prepares to take the helm of Catholic life on campus Mike Piacentino 06-04-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Appointments false false false false true People and Community / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/05/native-american-chosen-for-student-government-judicial-branch.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/dallas-bennett-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/dallas-bennett-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/dallas-bennett-365x365.jpg Dallas Bennett Dallas Bennett was recently selected Student Government Supreme Court Associate Justice. He aims to set an example for the younger generation on his reservation and is working to make education at the University of Miami more accessible for other indigenous people. Ashley A. Williams 05-26-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Commencement / Profile Spotlight / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/05/speakers-persistence-in-the-face-of-hardship-will-help-graduates-excel.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/news-undergrad-commencement-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/news-undergrad-commencement-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/news-undergrad-commencement-365x365.jpg The first undergraduate commencement ceremony took place Friday morning. Three honorary degree recipients who know adversity told hundreds of undergraduates at Friday’s commencement ceremonies that their proven ability to overcome obstacles will serve them well. Robert C. Jones Jr., Michael R. Malone, and Janette Neuwahl Tannen 05-14-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Commencement Profile Spotlight false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/05/annual-african-rite-of-passage-celebrates-black-graduates.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/mwambospeaker-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/mwambospeaker-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/mwambospeaker-hero-365.jpg Tierini Hodges-Murad, a double-alumna of the University of Miami, delivered the keynote address during Tuesday's virtual Senior Mwambo ceremony. Tierini Hodges-Murad, a life coach and double alumna of the University of Miami, offered words of wisdom to graduating students at this year’s Senior Mwambo Ceremony. Ashley A. Williams 05-11-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Commencement / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/05/lavender-celebration-honors-2021-graduates.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/lavender21-speaker-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/lavender21-speaker-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/lavender21-speaker-365.jpg Award-winning Broadway and film producer Jayne Baron Sherman The seventh annual event recognized LGBTQIA+ students virtually with performances, awards, and a keynote speech from award-winning Broadway and film producer Jayne Baron Sherman. Ashley A. Williams 05-07-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Commencement false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Commencement / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/05/special-report-2021-commencement.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/graduation2021-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/graduation2021-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/graduation2021-hero-365.jpg Sebastian the Ibis poses in front of the U statue wearing Commencement regalia. Commencement will take place in person this week from May 12 through May 14, with seven ceremonies planned to celebrate new graduates. Get more details about the events and read about the special guest speakers. News@TheU 05-07-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Commencement Visiting Speakers false false false false true People and Community / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/05/where-to-dive,-dine-on-campus-this-summer.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/summer_on_campus_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/summer_on_campus_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/05/summer_on_campus_365.jpg A view of the University Center Pool and the Student Center Complex. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami Whether you want to sign up for an outdoor adventure, do some indoor rock climbing, take a fitness class, or just relax by the pool, there are a few ways to spend the next couple of months at the University. Jenny Hudak 05-06-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus false false false false true University / Announcements / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/05/university-reaffirms-commitment-to-belonging-and-justice-through-naming,-renaming-of-facilities.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/07/racialjustice_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/racialjustice_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/07/racialjustice_hero_365.jpg Coral Gables Campus In a series of decisions Monday, the executive committee of the University of Miami Board of Trustees moved to recognize the legacies of Black role models and also remove names from a building structure and recital hall. News@TheU 05-04-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Announcements false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Commencement / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/05/changemakers-steer-graduates-into-the-future.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/maycommspeakers-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/maycommspeakers-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/maycommspeakers-hero-365.jpg Commencement speakers Seven luminaries who have bettered our world with their ideas, passions, expertise, talent, and humanity will share their advice with the Class of 2021 during commencement ceremonies at Hard Rock Stadium next week. News@TheU 05-02-2021 false Student Affairs Connection and Transition Commencement Visiting Speakers false false false false false Academics / People and Community / Diversity / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/05/senior-celebrations-continue-virtually.html Academics People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/05/940x529-100.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/05/790x527-100.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/05/365x365-100.jpg The virtual Senior Mwambo and Lavender Celebration ceremonies invite students and their families to tune in via the events’ respective live streams Mike Piacentino 05-04-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Connection and Transition Diversity false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/04/work-travel-top-students-summer-itinerary.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/mos_summer_plans_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/mos_summer_plans_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/mos_summer_plans_365.jpg An aerial view of the University Center Pool and Lakeside Village on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami As the spring semester comes to an end, students summarize their plans for the upcoming time off from school. Many are looking forward to getting a break and reconnecting with family. Ashley A. Williams and Jenny Hudak 04-29-2021 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false true People and Community / Research / Research Excellence / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/04/graduate-student-focuses-on-racial-messages-between-black-youth,-families.html People and Community Research https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/mckenny-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/mckenny-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/mckenny-hero-365.jpg Monique Monique McKenny, a fourth-year counseling psychology doctoral candidate, explores cultural strengths of Black families and the communications between youth and caregivers about race and racial experiences. Ashley A. Williams 04-27-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Research Excellence false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Announcements / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/04/foote-prize-recipients-recognized-for-dedication-to-sustainability.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/cobbfountain-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/cobbfountain-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/cobbfountain-hero-365.jpg Cobb Fountain Charles “Chuck” Cobb and Sofia Mesa, commended for their vision and commitment, are named this year’s winners of the award that recognizes members of the University community who have made a meaningful contribution to the beauty, significance, and future of the campus. Kelly Montoya 04-26-2021 false Students Alumni Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Announcements false false false false true Academics / Research / Academic Excellence / Grants and Funding / Research Excellence / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/04/five-students-earn-fellowships-to-propel-their-graduate-studies.html Academics Research https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/grfrecipients-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/grfrecipients-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/grfrecipients-hero-365.jpg Clockwise from top left: Corinne Allen, Lynée Turek-Hankins, Maisy Lam, Leyna Stemle, and Joshua Dominguez. University of Miami students in science and engineering disciplines earned prestigious National Science Foundation scholarships that will help fund graduate research on a range of topics, from climate change to endangered species to wireless power transfer devices. Janette Neuwahl Tannen 04-23-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement Academic Excellence Grants and Funding Research Excellence false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/04/students-share-ways-they-connect-with-nature.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/earth_week_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/earth_week_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/earth_week_365.jpg A view of Lake Osceola on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami As Earth Week winds to a close, University of Miami students discuss their favorite ways to unplug, get out, and connect with Mother Nature. Jenny Hudak 04-22-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement Social Impact Campus false false false false false University / Campus / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/04/healthy-cane-network-keeps-students-well-on-campus.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/04/940x529_student-hand-sanitizer_shal.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/04/790x527_student-hand-sanitizer_shal.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/04/365x365_student-hand-sanitizer_shal.png Especially in response to the pandemic, the Division of Student Affairs' collaborative approach to student health and well-being ensured that students maintained access to impactful programs and critical support services. Nailah Edmead 04-22-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Campus Wellness false false false false false Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/04/recognizing-the-achievements-of-student-organizations.html http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/04/soar-medal-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/04/soar-medal-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/04/soar-medal-365.png The Committee on Student Organizations recognized the accomplishments of student leaders and student organizations at its annual Student Organization Achievement and Recognition awards ceremony. Nailah Edmead 04-20-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/04/student-employees-play-a-crucial-role.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/student_employees_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/student_employees_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/student_employees_365.jpg Rachel Schueller, a fourth-year doctoral student in philosophy, works as a student supervisor for the Student Center Complex The second week of April is recognized as National Student Employment Week. At the University and other higher education institutions across the United States, many workers are recognized for their dedication and leadership. Jenny Hudak 04-15-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/04/celebrating-outstanding-service-and-leadership.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/04/college-space-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/04/college-space-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png Students, faculty, and staff were recognized for their impactful contributions to the University and local community with the annual Celebration of Involvement Awards Mike Piacentino 04-14-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement Profile Spotlight Distinctions false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / University Leadership / Appointments / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/04/student-government-celebrates-25th-transition-of-power.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/stugovinaug-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/stugovinaug-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/stugovinaug-hero-365.jpg Landon Coles delivers his inaugural remarks during the Student Government inauguration ceremony on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. Photo: Evan Garcia/University of Miami Members of the University administration and peers congratulated outgoing president Abigail Adeleke on her unparalleled presidential experience and welcomed Landon Coles into the role as Student Government president at a ceremony on Tuesday. Ashley A. Williams 04-14-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community University Leadership Appointments Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Profile Spotlight / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/04/sandler-center-impacts-students-beyond-campus.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/sandler-center-impact-story_790x527-02.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/sandler-center-impact-story_790x527-02.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/sandler-center-impact-story_365x365.png As the award-winning Sandler Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Education continues to promote wellness and educate students on how to make responsible lifestyle choices, the center’s peer educators share how their University experience has been enhanced by their work on campus and in the community. Nailah Edmead 04-12-2021 false Students Alumni Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Profile Spotlight Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / In Memoriam / Social Impact / University President / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/04/dedication-memorializes-holocaust-victims.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/six_hours_for_six_million_940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/six_hours_for_six_million_790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/04/six_hours_for_six_million_365.jpg Miles Wohl a junior studying business administration and management. On Holocaust Remembrance Day, UM Hillel, the University’s Jewish student organization, hosted a name-reading ceremony on campus to honor the children who died during the World War II genocide. Emmalyse Brownstein 04-08-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In Memoriam Social Impact University President false false false false false People and Community / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/03/unplug-and-connect-with-peers-this-wellness-wednesday.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/wellness-wednesday---april-14---newsu-image---940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/wellness-wednesday---april-14---newsu-image---790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/wellness-wednesday---april-14---newsu-image---365x365.png Following a successful Wellness Wednesday last month, this April 14 students can again enjoy a break from classes and engage in safe on-campus activities. Nailah Edmead 04-07-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Campus false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Academic Excellence / Diversity / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/junior-is-a-trailblazer-for-change.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/pauldouillon-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/pauldouillon-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/pauldouillon-hero-365.jpg Paul Douillon photographed by Evan Garcia/University of Miami Paul Douillon will represent the University of Miami as a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow in Ireland this summer. He is one of 14 high-achieving U.S. college students of color who will spend a month on the Emerald Isle learning about leadership, intercultural communication, and social justice. Janette Neuwahl Tannen 03-30-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement Academic Excellence Diversity false false false false true People and Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/student-organization-tackles-gender-disparity.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/girlup-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/girlup-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/girlup-hero-365.jpg Aarti Madhu As Women’s History Month comes to a close, the University of Miami chapter of the Girl Up group continues to make strides to help advance women and girls locally and internationally. Ashley A. Williams 03-30-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / In the Community / Social Impact / Campus / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/university-asian-community,-allies-come-together-for-a-cause.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/aasa21-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/aasa21-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/aasa21-hero-365.jpg Asian American Student Association and Filipino Student Association will host a “Cultural Showcase for a Cause” Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami The “Culture Showcase for a Change” event—hosted by the Asian American Student Association and Filipino Student Association—celebrated Asian heritage, denounced Asian hate, and called for support of Hate is a Virus, a nonprofit group that is fighting against xenophobia and racism in the United States. Ashley A. Williams 03-29-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity In the Community Social Impact Campus false false false false true People and Community / Sports / Fitness and Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/intramural-sports-get-creative-so-students-can-play-safely.html People and Community Sports https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/emmasports-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/emmasports-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/emmasports-hero-365.jpg The Team Relay Challenge takes place on the outdoor basketball courts near the intramural fields. Photo: Emmalyse Brownstein/University of Miami The Department of Wellness and Recreation faced a challenge in creating fitness activities. However, it was able to set up new game plans to allow for a semester of in-person and virtual fun while adhering to the physical-distance rule. Emmalyse Brownstein 03-25-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Fitness and Wellness false false false false false People and Community / University / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/03/whitely-womens-leadership-symposium-helps-students-s.oa.r.-to-higher-heights.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/wwls-940x520.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/wwls-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/wwls-365x365.jpg wwls-940x520.jpg The 8th annual Patricia A. Whitely Women’s Leadership Symposium commenced Friday, and once again helped foster community and empowerment within the student body. Nailah Edmead 03-31-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Visiting Speakers false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / University President / Campus / Campus Safety / Voices and Opinions / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/student-groups-urge-end-to-anti-asian-violence-hatred.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/culturalshowcase-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/culturalshowcase-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/culturalshowcase-hero-365.jpg An evening view of the Lakeside Patio. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami In the wake of recent killings in Atlanta, the Asian American Student Association and Filipino Student Association will host a philanthropic event on Saturday to raise awareness and donations for the nonprofit organization Hate is a Virus. Ashley A. Williams 03-25-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact University President Campus Campus Safety Voices and Opinions false false false false false People and Community / University / Wellness / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/03/cycle-for-a-cause.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/dcc_story_images_940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/dcc_story_images_790x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/dcc_story_images_365x365.png On March 25, students are invited to enjoy a 'Cycle Sesh’ on the Lakeside Patio in support of Dolphins Challenge Cancer to benefit the University's own Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Nailah Edmead 03-17-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Patients Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Wellness false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/above-the-bar-aims-to-help-minority-students-realize-their-law-school-dreams.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/above_the_bar_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/above_the_bar_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/above_the_bar_365x365.jpg From left to right: [top] Giovanni Sibilia, Amrutha Chethikattil and Sterling Cole [bottom] Jordan Motley and Jordan Farrell. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Founded by University of Miami junior Jordan Farrell, the multicultural organization provides test preparation and other resources for aspiring lawyers. Jenny Hudak 03-15-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Campus / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/university-of-miami-named-a-voter-friendly-campus.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/voterfriendly-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/voterfriendly-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/voterfriendly-365.jpg The student organization, Get Out the Vote, held an election day giveaway on the Lakeside Patio on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. TJ Lievonen/University of Miami The Butler Center for Service and Leadership’s efforts to engage students in the political process earned the University a special designation for the 2021-22 academic year. Ashley A. Williams 03-10-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Social Impact Campus Distinctions false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Campus / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/mentorship-program-enhances-multicultural-undergraduates-experience.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/beyond_the_horizons-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/beyond_the_horizons-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/beyond_the_horizons-365x365.jpg From left to right: Ajiri Uzere, Doreen Gustave, Grey Peoples, and Tikiyah Ivey. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Beyond the Horizons offers incoming students a mentor for one year to help them learn all about the University’s resources, while providing a deep dive into the multicultural scene on campus. Ashley A. Williams 03-09-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity Campus false false false false false Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/03/commuting-canes-kick-off-week-long-festivities.html http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/commuter-week-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/new-commuter-week-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/commuter-week-365x365.jpg The annual Commuter Week returns this semester from March 15 to 19, offering students daily on-campus activities to build connections among students who commute to campus. Nailah Edmead 03-11-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition false false false false false People and Community / Sports / University / In the Community / Fitness and Wellness / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/03/a-new-way-to-connect-with-canes.html People and Community Sports University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/esports-discord-announcement-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/esports-discord-announcement-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2021/03/esports-discord-announcement-365x365.png Open to both gamers and non-gamers alike, the University’s new server on the popular Discord platform aims to connect students beyond video games. Nailah Edmead 03-09-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency In the Community Fitness and Wellness Wellness false false false false true People and Community / Diversity / Social Impact / University Leadership / University President / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/students-of-color-symposium-fosters-action-in-the-name-of-justice.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/socssymposium-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/socssymposium-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/socssymposium-hero-365.jpg Students of Color Symposium 2021 logo During the two-day event, alumna Ana Navarro, keynote speaker; other alumni; and University of Miami leaders offered advice and expertise on standing up to systemic unfairness with positive deeds. Ashley A. Williams 03-07-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity Social Impact University Leadership University President Visiting Speakers false false false false true People and Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/choose-to-challenge,-create-change,-and-celebrate-women.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/cover_womens_day_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/cover_womens_day_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/cover_womens_day_365x365.jpg A few University of Miami students share which women in their lives are role models and an inspiration. International Women’s Day, March 8, lauds the achievements of women. A few University of Miami students share which women in their lives are role models and an inspiration. Emmalyse Brownstein 03-05-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/get-in-good-trouble-at-the-students-of-color-symposium.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/socsymposium_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/socsymposium_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/03/socsymposium_365x365.jpg Kaiyln Hayes, chair of the Students of Color Symposium The annual educational initiative goes virtual this year to support the ongoing diversity efforts at the University of Miami. Commentator Ana Navarro will be the keynote speaker, and she will share her expertise and insight about navigating the political justice realm. Ashley A. Williams 03-03-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity false false false false true People and Community / University / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/03/wellness-wednesdays-offer-spring-pick-me-up.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/wellness-wednesday---march-3---news-header---940x529.png https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/wellness-wednesday---march-3---news-header---790x527.png https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/wellness-wednesday---march-3---news-header---365x365.png Text illustration for Wellness Wednesday Two weekdays will feature no classes and a host of activities for students aimed at providing fun and promoting fitness, including yoga, nutrition tips, and information on camping. Ashley A. Williams 03-01-2021 false Students Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Wellness false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/02/learn-more-about-student-groups-that-illuminate-the-black-experience.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/black_student_orgs_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/black_student_orgs_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/black_student_orgs_365x365.jpg Students walk across the UC Rock Plaza on the Coral Gables Campus. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Black History Month, or Black Awareness Month, may be coming to an end, but there are plenty of organizations on campus you can support or engage with throughout the year. Jenny Hudak and Ashley A. 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Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Students, faculty, and staff can discover the natural beauty of Miami in a safe and fun way with a new equipment-rental program at Outdoor Adventures on the Coral Gables Campus. Emmalyse Brownstein 02-24-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Prospective Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Fitness and Wellness false false false false true People and Community / Diversity / Profile Spotlight / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/02/dialogues,-events-foster-equity,-inclusion-during-social-justice-week.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/social_justice_week_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/social_justice_week_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/social_justice_week_365x365.jpg From left, sophomores Kristophe Smith-Walker, Samantha Ewiah and Sacha Braggs prepare care packages for frontline healthcare workers on Saturday as part of Social Justice Week’s BAM Day of Service. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami The Butler Center for Service and Leadership hosted its annual Social Justice Week filled with events and opportunities for students to engage in discourse that brings awareness to issues impacting the community. Jenny Hudak 02-22-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Diversity Profile Spotlight false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/02/author-joins-virtual-conversation-to-talk-about-race.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/talkaboutrace-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/talkaboutrace-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/talkaboutrace-hero-365.jpg Image of the book "So you want to talk about race" Ijeoma Oluo discussed her book, “So You Want to Talk About Race,” during an online event presented by the One Book, One U common reading program, which offers an opportunity for the University community to explore issues of diversity and inclusion. Amanda M. Perez 02-19-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity false false false false true Health and Medicine / University / Treatment and Breakthroughs / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/02/breath-analyzer-test-deployed-to-help-better-screen-coronavirus.html Health and Medicine University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/breathalizertest-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/breathalizertest-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/breathalizertest-hero-365.jpg COVID-19 Breath Analyzer tests were deployed at Lakeside Village on Tuesday, Feb. 16. Photo: Evan Garcia/University of Miami Students living at Lakeside Village and University Village began the twice-weekly breath analyzer test as a surveillance tool against COVID-19. Maya Bell 02-18-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Treatment and Breakthroughs false false false false true People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/02/the-year-of-the-ox-signals-strength,-perseverance.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/lunarnewyear21-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/lunarnewyear21-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/lunarnewyear21-hero-365.jpg Lunar New Year celebration 2020 Asian American Student Association members explain the importance of the Lunar New Year 2021 and share memories of past celebrations. Ashley A. Williams 02-11-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Roadmap / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/02/courageous-conversations-spark-dialogue-about-diversity,-equity,-inclusion.html Roadmap University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/20-181-newsthe-u-courageous-conversations-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/20-181-newsthe-u-courageous-conversations-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/20-181-newsthe-u-courageous-conversations-365x365.jpg Text treatment for Courageous Conversations The first event in a new series centered around “Finding Common Ground and Building Community” and was hosted by the Office of the President and Student Government. Ashley A. Williams 02-11-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Patients Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Arts and Humanities / People and Community / Journalism / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/02/sophomore-launches-magazine-to-amplify-black-voices.html Arts and Humanities People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/gravity_mag_feature_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/gravity_mag_feature_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/gravity_mag_feature_365x365.jpg Julian Crosby Julian Crosby established Gravity Magazine, the University’s first student publication dedicated to highlighting and uplifting Black experiences. Jenny Hudak 02-08-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Journalism false false false false true University / Appointments / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/02/patricia-whitely,-aileen-ugalde-named-senior-vice-presidents.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/pataileen-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/pataileen-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/pataileen-hero-365.jpg Patricia A. Whitely and Aileen Uglade. Photos: Evan Garcia/University of Miami The two have led their respective units, Student Affairs and the Office of the General Counsel, to new heights during their long years of service to the University. Robert C. Jones Jr. 02-04-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Appointments false false false false true Health and Medicine / University / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/02/recommit-to-slowing-the-spread.html Health and Medicine University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png Watch this important message from Abigail A. Adeleke, Student Government president, and Dr. Roy E. Weiss, chief medical officer for COVID-19, about the public health measures you should take to keep yourself and your fellow ’Canes healthy and safe. News@TheU 02-03-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency false false false false false University / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Hide this item from News Home / Hide this item from News Gateway Pages / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2021/01/university-of-miami-receives-unique-venues-best-of-award.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png The University of Miami's Lakeside Village was recognized as the Best Renovation/Addition in the 2020 Unique Venues Best of Awards Office of Conference Services 01-14-2021 false Student Affairs Division Updates Distinctions false true true false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Profile Spotlight / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/01/black-herstory-month-honors-exemplary-women.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/black_awareness_month_zoria_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/black_awareness_month_zoria_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/02/black_awareness_month_zoria_365x365.jpg Zoria Telfare. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami Zoria Telfare, a junior at the University of Miami, helped coordinate the observance of Black Awareness Month centered around a theme that she feels hits home. Ashley A. Williams 01-29-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity Profile Spotlight false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/01/a-plethora-of-events-offers-students-opportunities-to-bond.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/campus_spring_2021_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/campus_spring_2021_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/campus_spring_2021_365x365.jpg Patio Jams performance on the Lakeside Patio Stage, Thursday, Jan. 28., 2021. Photo: Jenny Hudak/University of Miami A wealth of happenings and experiences this semester allows students to engage with peers while maintaining health and safety precautions. Janette Neuwahl Tannen 01-29-2021 false Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/01/student-government-advocates-safety-and-accessibility.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/goveboard21-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/goveboard21-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/goveboard21-hero-365.jpg The 2020-2021 Student Government executive board. The Student Government executive board is excited to welcome students back to a campus with pandemic protocols in place, and it plans to be as available as possible for its peers. Ashley A. 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Barbara Gutierrez 01-25-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion false false false false true Health and Medicine / People and Community / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Well-Being and Resiliency https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/01/public-health-ambassadors-program-boosts-its-staff.html Health and Medicine People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/healthambassadorevents-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/healthambassadorevents-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/healthambassadorevents-hero-365.jpg Students participate in a "Meet and Greet" with public health ambassadors during the fall 2020 semester. 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. Ashley A. Williams 01-22-2021 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/01/racial-justice-grant-program-now-accepting-applications.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/racialjustice_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/racialjustice_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2021/01/racialjustice_hero_365.jpg Coral Gables Campus A new program aims to support service, research, and programmatic activities that focus on Black communities on and off campus. Ashley A. Williams 01-12-2021 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/12/2020-at-the-u-the-year-in-review.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/yearinreview2020-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/yearinreview2020-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/yearinreview2020-hero-365.jpg A photo collage showing the year in review. Take a look at a month-by-month recap of the biggest stories at the University of Miami during the past year. News@TheU 12-15-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Patients Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Division Updates false false false false true Academics / Health and Medicine / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / Division Updates Well-Being and Resiliency https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/12/2020-was-a-trying-year-that-tested-the-university.html Academics Health and Medicine https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/yearinreview-2-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/yearinreview-2-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/yearinreview-2-hero-365.jpg After completing the spring 2020 semester virtually, students returned to the Coral Gables Campus in August for the fall 2020 semester. PHOTO: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami Students, faculty, and staff adapted to a new way of learning, teaching, and working spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. Robert C. 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Photo: TJ Lievonen/University of Miami On Thursday, the first of two days of University of Miami virtual fall commencement ceremonies, some 2,800 undergraduate and graduate students received their degrees. Michael R. Malone 12-10-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Commencement false false false false true Arts and Humanities / People and Community / Journalism / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Division Updates Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/12/distraction-magazine-and-the-ibis-yearbook-garner-top-honors.html Arts and Humanities People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/distractionmag-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/distractionmag-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/distractionmag-hero-365.jpg Hidden Heroes feature spread in Distraction magazine The student media outlets were recognized nationally by the Associated Collegiate Press and College Media Association. Barbara Gutierrez 12-08-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Journalism false false false false true University / Announcements / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/12/universitys-december-graduation-ceremonies-to-be-held-virtually.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/announcement-photo-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/announcement-photo-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/12/announcement-photo-365.jpg Exterior of the Whitten University Center with University of Miami signage. Instead of in-person celebrations at Hard Rock Stadium, President Julio Frenk announced that the University of Miami will hold its four observances online because of updated COVID-19 data. News@TheU 12-02-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Announcements false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/11/living-at-lakeside.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/11/living_at_lakeside_940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/11/living_at_lakeside_790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/11/living_at_lakeside-365x365.jpg As the semester winds to a close, students and staff share their first experiences living in the University’s highly anticipated state-of-the-art housing complex. Jenny Hudak 11-19-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Campus false false false false true University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/11/university-student-groups-join-forces-to-host-rally-supporting-black-lives.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/ubsevent-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/ubsevent-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/ubsevent-hero-365.jpg United Black Students and the Black Student Athlete Alliance, in partnership with the University of Miami administration, mobilize to honor the lives lost due to police brutality and more. United Black Students and the Black Student Athlete Alliance, in partnership with the University of Miami administration, mobilize to honor the lives lost due to police brutality. Ashley A. Williams 11-20-2020 false Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/11/food,-family-are-students-thanksgiving-favorites.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/thanksgiving2020-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/thanksgiving2020-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/thanksgiving2020-hero-365.jpg University of Miami students share their Thanksgiving traditions. As COVID-19 surges from coast to coast, University of Miami students share their favorite traditions as they head for winter break and the holiday. Ashley A. Williams and Emmalyse Brownstein 11-18-2020 false Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Campus / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/11/celebrating-diversity.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/11/diversity_week_940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/11/diversity_week_790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/11/diversity_week_365.png The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs and Unity Roundtable Consortium host their annual Diversity Week, featuring a series of pop-up events, constructive dialogues, and the launch of a new initiative, MSA Productions. Jenny Hudak 11-12-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion In the Community Campus false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/11/rock-climbing-wall-gives-students-a-chance-to-scale-new-heights.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/rockclimbing-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/rockclimbing-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/rockclimbing-hero-365.jpg Rock climbing at the new Outdoor Adventure Center at Lakeside Village Outdoor Adventures at Lakeside Village now offers one-hour climbing sessions—no experience necessary. Emmalyse Brownstein 11-12-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false false People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/11/students-celebrate-veterans-day.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/11/veterans-day940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/11/veterans-day790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/11/veterans-day365x365.png veterans-day940x529.jpg As Veterans Day approaches, the Veteran Students Organization prepares to host a week of events honoring members of the University community who served their country. Jenny Hudak 11-10-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Arts and Humanities / University / Music / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/11/hurricane-productions-board-to-present-first-hybrid-concert.html Arts and Humanities University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/vibes_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/vibes_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/vibes_hero_365.jpg Bryce Vine Hurricane Productions virtual experience “Vibestream 2020” is an in-person and virtual musical performance for the University of Miami community that will feature rapper and singer Bryce Vine. Ashley A. Williams 11-05-2020 false Students Alumni Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Music false false false false true University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/11/university-entities-offer-dialogue,-post-election-resources.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/bravespaces-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/bravespaces-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/11/bravespaces-hero-365.jpg Election 2020 graphic More than 50 participants attended the virtual “Brave Spaces: Processing the 2020 Election” forum, which provided a space for the University community to process, find support, and move forward together after election night. Ashley A. Williams 11-05-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / University Leadership / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/10/committee-on-diversity,-equity,-and-inclusion-bolsters-its-mission.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/07/racialjustice_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/07/racialustice_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/07/racialjustice_hero_365.jpg Coral Gables Campus Formed five years ago at the recommendation of students, the committee has established new subgroups to address various concerns related to access. Robert C. Jones Jr. 10-28-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion In the Community University Leadership false false false false false Health and Medicine / People and Community / University / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Well-Being and Resiliency http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/10/plan-ahead-to-slow-the-spread.html Health and Medicine People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/covid-travels-940x529-gif.gif http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/covid-travels-790x527-gif.gif http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/covid-travels-365x365-gif.gif covid-travels-940x529-gif.gif As students prepare to depart campus later this month, Student Health Service provides tips on how to stay healthy while traveling and celebrating the holidays. News@TheU 10-28-2020 false Students Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Wellness false false false false false People and Community / In the Community / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/10/peer-educators-host-events-about-alcohol-safety-index.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/ncaam_940x529.gif http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/ncaam_790x527.gif http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/ncaam_365x365.gif ncaam_940x529.gif Students from the Sandler Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Education hosted creative virtual programs and built a video game to educate students on the dangers and risks of excessive drinking during National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Month. Jenny Hudak 10-26-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency In the Community false false false false true People and Community / Sports / In the Community / Visiting Speakers / Athletics / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/10/alumna-olympian-lead-with-love.html People and Community Sports https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/laurynwilliams-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/laurynwilliams-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/laurynwilliams-hero-365.jpg Lauryn Williams and other What Matters to U event participants Lauryn Williams, track and field medalist, addressed the University community during Wednesday night’s “What Matters to U” virtual event. Emmalyse Brownstein 10-22-2020 false Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Visiting Speakers Athletics false false false false true Law and Politics / People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/10/support,-events-engage-students-in-the-election-season.html Law and Politics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/ivoted_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/ivoted_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/ivoted_hero_365.jpg I Voted sticker Early voting in Florida began this week and will last through Nov. 1. Here’s a rundown of everything students need to know about upcoming campus events, from the final debate watch party to transportation to the polls. Ashley A. Williams 10-21-2020 false Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false true Business / People and Community / Entrepreneurship / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/10/student-creates-app-to-boost-peer-to-peer-networking.html Business People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/umatchteam-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/umatchteam-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/umatchteam-hero-365.jpg Eurekamatch team, from left-right: Allegra Papera, Daniel Benayoun, Daniela Negri, and Luis Sosa Eureka Match is a mobile application that serves as a professional networking tool for University of Miami students to build their dream start-up team. Ashley A. Williams 10-19-2020 false Student Affairs Student Engagement Entrepreneurship In the Community false false false false true University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/10/students-are-keeping-the-canes-spirit-alive.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/spiritweek-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/spiritweek-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/spiritweek-hero-365.jpg UCheer at a Spirit Night pep rally, Oct. 9, 2020 Members of the Homecoming Executive Committee share how they pivoted this year to plan a ’Canes Spirit Week that continues to generate excitement and honor tradition. Ashley A. Williams 10-16-2020 false Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/10/celebrate-national-transfer-student-week.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/transferstudent-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/transferstudent-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/transferstudent-hero-365.jpg Students cross the Lakeside Patio Tau Sigma National Honor Society and the Department of Orientation and Commuter Student Involvement host a week of interactive events honoring transfer students Oct. 19-25. Ashley A. Williams 10-15-2020 false Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/10/celebrating-lgbtq-history-with-pride.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/lgbtq_history_month_940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/lgbtq_history_month_790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/lgbtq_history_month_365x365.png lgbtq_history_month_940x529.png October is LGBT History Month and the University of Miami’s LGBTQ Student Center’s colorful celebration of the LGBTQ+ community’s history is well underway Jenny Hudak 10-16-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion In the Community false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/10/conversation-with-four-time-olympian-and-university-alumna-lauryn-williams.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/wmtu_lauryn_williams_940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/wmtu_lauryn_williams_790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/wmtu_lauryn_williams_365x365.png wmtu_lauryn_williams_940x529.png Lauryn Williams, a four-time Olympian and first American woman to medal in both the Summer and Winter Olympics, will participate in a virtual discussion next Wednesday as part of the Student Government’s “What Matters to U” discussion series. News@TheU 10-14-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Visiting Speakers false false false false false People and Community / University / Diversity / In the Community / Social Impact / University Leadership / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/10/sybrina-fulton-encourages-audience-to-continue-to-speak-up.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/sybrina-fulton-wmtu-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/sybrina-fulton-wmtu-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/sybrina-fulton-wmtu-365x365.png sybrina-fulton-wmtu-940x529.png In a moderated discussion as part of Student Government’s “What Matters to U” speaker series, Sybrina Fulton, mother of the late Trayvon Martin and political advocate, shared words of encouragement about overcoming adversity and tackling social justice on Thursday evening. Jenny Hudak 10-09-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Diversity In the Community Social Impact University Leadership false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/10/students-support-their-fellow-canes.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/peer-to-peer-tutoring-graphic-940x529 http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/peer-to-peer-tutoring-graphic-740x527 http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/peer-to-peer-tutoring-graphic-365x365 peer-to-peer-tutoring-graphic-940x529 As we look ahead to midterms and finals, tutoring services offered through the Camner Center for Academic Resources provide a unique opportunity for students to mentor their peers and develop a caring community of their own. Jenny Hudak 10-06-2020 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false false People and Community / University / Diversity / In the Community / Social Impact / Announcements / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Parents / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/10/sybrina-fulton-to-speak-to-students.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/wmtu_sybrina_fulton_940x529 http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/wmtu_sybrina_fulton_790x527 http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/10/wmtu_sybrina_fulton_365x365 wmtu_sybrina_fulton_940x529 Student Government’s “What Matters to U” speaker series returns to host a virtual discussion with Sybrina Fulton, political advocate and mother of Trayvon Martin. Fulton will speak to students in a moderated discussion about social change and civil rights activism. News@TheU 10-05-2020 false Students Alumni Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Diversity In the Community Social Impact Announcements Campus false false false false true People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/10/hurricanes-on-ice-creates-community-for-skaters.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/figureskate-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/figureskate-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/figureskate-hero-365.jpg Aliya Redd and Ainsley Vetter figured skated competitively while in high school. The student organization provides an outlet for former competitive skaters, as well as students just looking to learn the basics. Emmalyse Brownstein 10-08-2020 false Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true University / Campus / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Well-Being and Resiliency https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/10/student-spreads-awareness-about-mental-health.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/krishna2-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/krishna2-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/10/krishna2-hero-365.jpg Krishna Louis In light of Mental Illness Awareness Week, which runs Oct. 4-10, undergraduate student Krishna Louis offers advice and encouragement as part of her effort to create lasting change beyond the Coral Gables Campus. Ashley A. Williams 10-06-2020 false Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Campus Wellness false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/09/first-time-voters.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/first_time_voters_940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/first_time_voters_720x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/first_time_voters_365x365.png first_time_voters_940x529.png For many students, the 2020 presidential election will be their first chance to vote in an election, and their peers are putting in extra effort to ensure they are election ready. Jenny Hudak 09-29-2020 false Students Alumni Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / Sports / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/09/campus-groups-host-festivities-before-rival-football-match.html People and Community Sports https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/cat5party-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/cat5party-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/cat5party-hero-365.jpg Students attend pregame festivities sponsored by Category 5 on the intramural fields As the Miami Hurricanes take on Florida State, University of Miami students are invited to a Friday-night celebration and a prime-time watch party on campus before the game on Saturday night. Arabella Riley 09-24-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/09/voter-ambassador-program-uses-new-tactics-to-register-students.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/voteambassadors-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/voteambassadors-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/voteambassadors-hero-365.jpg GOTV voter ambassadors participate in a voter registration drive at the Watsco Center. The number of participants in the volunteer program is the highest since its debut in 2018. And limitations caused by the pandemic have necessitated different ways to reach out to voters. Ashley A. Williams 09-21-2020 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/09/student_organization_finds_a_creative_way_to_connect_communities.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/best_buddies_940x529 http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/best_buddies_720x527 http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/best_buddies_365x365 best_buddies_940x529 The University of Miami’s chapter of Best Buddies partnered with the University of Michigan to develop a pen pal program to connect community members with intellectual or developmental disabilities who lack access to technology Jenny Hudak 09-17-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false true Health and Medicine / People and Community / University / In the Community / University Leadership / University President / Announcements / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Well-Being and Resiliency https://news.miami.edu/life/stories/2020/09/flu-shot-compliance.html Health and Medicine People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/flushotnatu-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/flushotnatu-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/flushotnatu-hero-608x342.jpg As part of the University of Miami’s COVID-19 response, students, faculty, and staff on all campuses are required to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Life@TheU 09-18-2020 false Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency In the Community University Leadership University President Announcements false false false false true Academics / People and Community / University / Diversity / Campus / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/life/stories/2020/09/celebrate-national-hispanic-heritage-month.html Academics People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/hhm-2020-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/hhm-2020-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/hhm-2020-365x365.jpg University faculty, staff, and students are invited to a host of virtual events to acknowledge, discuss, and celebrate the contributions of Hispanic Americans. Life@TheU 09-18-2020 false Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity Campus false false false false true University / Campus / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Prospective Students / Parents / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/life/stories/2020/09/student-affairs-team-rallies-to-support-campus-operations.html University https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/student-life-team-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/student-life-team-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/student-life-team-365x365.jpg For students living on campus and attending classes, the team at the Division of Student Affairs plays a key role in providing a safe environment and supportive services in a changing climate. Brittney Bomnin and Lorena Lopez 09-08-2020 false Students Faculty/Staff Faculty Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/09/student-organizations-get-involved-virtual.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/virtual_involvement_940x529 http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/virtual_involvement_790x527 http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/09/virtual_involvement_365x365 virtual_involvement_940x529 Student organizations have resumed programming both virtually and in-person, highlighting the importance of getting involved on campus and in the community. Jenny Hudak 09-15-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus false false false false true People and Community / Sports / In the Community / Athletics / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/09/group-hosts-football-season-opener-to-boost-cane-spirits.html People and Community Sports https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/pregameim_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/pregameim_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/pregameim_hero_365.jpg Students walk past the U statue in a blur. Category 5, the University of Miami’s spirit programming board, leads its first-ever pregame kickoff event on the intramural fields. Ashley A. Williams 09-09-2020 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Athletics false false false false true People and Community / University / Wellness / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/09/open-air-activities-offer-students-fun-safety.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/freediving_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/freediving_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/09/freediving_hero_365.jpg Sabrina Ufer, student founder of the freediving club The University’s outdoor adventure program is geared to introduce recreation that is healthy, amusing, and enjoyable. Christopher Bared 09-01-2020 false Students Alumni Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency Wellness false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Announcements / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/life/stories/2020/09/employee-honored-by-red-cross.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/08/redcrossaward_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/08/redcrossaward_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/08/redcrossaward_hero_365.jpg The American Red Cross recognized a University of Miami Patti and Allan Herbert Wellness Center employee whose quick-thinking actions helped save a man’s life. Amanda M. Perez 09-01-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Social Impact Announcements Distinctions false false false false true People and Community / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Faculty / Staff / Division Updates Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/life/stories/2020/08/residential-faculty-members-build-community-amid-pandemic.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/08/residential-butler-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/08/residential-butler-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/08/residential-butler-365.jpg Residential faculty members increase faculty-student engagement opportunities and contribute to the development of an intentional intellectual community in the Residential Colleges. Brittney Bomnin 08-28-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Faculty Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Student Engagement / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/08/make-sure-you-are-campus-ready.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/campus-ready-student-center-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/campus-ready-student_centre-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/campus-ready-student-center-365x365.jpg Sebastian the Ibis wears his mask outside the Donna E. Shalala Student Center. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami In case you missed it, the “Campus Ready” series provided updates on what you need to know in order to eat, shop, study, stay fit, and more, now that the Fall 2020 semester is underway. News@TheU 08-21-2020 false Student Affairs Connection and Transition Student Engagement Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / University Leadership / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/08/all-female-student-government-executive-board-makes-history.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/eboard_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/eboard_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/eboard_hero_365.jpg University of Miami Student Government executive board for 2020-2021 The 2020-2021 Student Government executive board features Abigail Adeleke, president; Shirley Gelman, vice president; and Amanda Rodriguez, who is serving as treasurer. Ashley A. Williams 08-17-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement University Leadership false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/08/university-students-exude-enthusiasm-on-first-day-of-classes.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/fall20firstday_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/fall20firstday_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/fall20firstday_hero_365.jpg Students walk by the Merrick building on the first day of Fall classes. As the 2020 Fall semester began on Monday, many students voiced their desire to learn and meet new people. Ashley A. Williams and Janette Neuwahl Tannen 08-17-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Health and Medicine / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Well-Being and Resiliency https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/08/with-an-emphasis-on-health-and-safety,-students-move-in-for-fall-semester.html Health and Medicine University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/fallmovein20_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/fallmovein20_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/fallmovein20_hero_365.jpg A mother and daughter outside Hecht Residential College during Fall 2020 first-year move-in. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami Faculty and staff members welcomed students and their families back onto the Coral Gables Campus ahead of the first day of classes on Aug. 17. Ashley A. Williams 08-10-2020 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / University Leadership / University President / Campus / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/08/new-students-welcomed-with-virtual-signature-fanfare.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/ctflight_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/ctflight_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/ctflight_hero_365.jpg Gia Harrell shows new students how to "throw up the U" The ’Cane spirit reigned during the University’s annual President’s Welcome and ’Canes Take Flight event. Ashley A. Williams 08-13-2020 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition University Leadership University President Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/08/universitys-lakeside-village-welcomes-first-residents.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/movein2020_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/movein2020_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/movein2020_hero_365.jpg A student pulls a cart as he moves into Lakeside Village on Thursday, August 13, 2020. Lakeside Village, a 12-acre, transformative housing complex on the shores of Lake Osceola in the heart of the Coral Gables Campus, officially opened its doors on Thursday to greet the inaugural class of students. News@TheU 08-13-2020 true Students Alumni Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Division Updates Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Campus false false false false true Law and Politics / People and Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/08/student-group-encourages-peers-to-vote-on-tuesday.html Law and Politics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/ivoted_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/ivoted_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/ivoted_hero_365.jpg I Voted sticker Get Out The Vote, the university’s chapter of the nonpartisan initiative headed by the Division of Student Affairs and the Butler Center for Service and Leadership, encourages ’Canes to head to the polls. Ashley A. Williams 08-13-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Social Impact false false false false true Health and Medicine / University / Health and Lifestyle / Campus / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Parents / International Students / Well-Being and Resiliency https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/08/public-health-ambassadors-are-connecting-peer-to-peer.html Health and Medicine University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/publichealthblog_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/publixhealthblog_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/publichealthblog_hero_365.jpg The new Public Health Ambassadors program was formed to support the safe reopening of campus and COVID-19 operating plans. A cadre of 75 students have been hired to support safety on the University’s Coral Gables Campus and encourage healthy behaviors. News@TheU 08-13-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Parents International Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Health and Lifestyle Campus false false false false true Health and Medicine / People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/08/university-hires-75-students-to-encourage-healthy-behaviors.html Health and Medicine People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/healthambassadors_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/healthambassadors_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/08/healthambassadors_hero_365.jpg Public Health Ambassadors will be positioned around campus to educate members of the University community on healthy behaviors including physical distancing, wearing face coverings, as well as frequently washing your hands and using hand sanitizer. The new Public Health Ambassadors program, formed to support the safe reopening of campus and COVID-19 operating plans, officially kicked off with a virtual training this week. Ashley A. Williams and Amanda M. Perez 08-05-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency In the Community Social Impact Wellness false false false false false People and Community / University / University Leadership / Campus / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/06/answering-students-questions.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/06/qa-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/06/qa-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/06/qa-365.png Patricia A. Whitely, vice president for student affairs, spent the week talking with students and answering their questions about the fall semester Mike Piacentino 08-05-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Division Updates University Leadership Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/06/black-state-of-the-union-focuses-on-pressing-issues.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/06/20-006-black-state-of-the-union-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/06/20-006-black-state-of-the-union-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/06/20-006-black-state-of-the-union-365x365.jpg Members of the Black Student Leadership Caucus at the University of Miami Black student leaders at the University of Miami joined for a conversation in hopes of creating change in the community. Amanda M. Perez 06-09-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity Social Impact false false false false false Law and Politics / People and Community / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/06/facilitating-brave-spaces-for-dialogue.html Law and Politics People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/06/brave-spaces-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/06/brave-spaces-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/06/brave-spaces-365.png During a time of physical distancing and face coverings, students are turning to online discussions to express their feelings, share their experiences, and call for change Mike Piacentino 06-10-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Patients Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Commencement / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Includes Video / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/05/special-report-graduating-from-the-u-in-2020.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/05/2016-freshmen-class-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/05/2016-freshmen-class-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/05/2016-freshmen-class-365.jpg Incoming students in the fall of 2016 create a giant human U on the Yaron Intramural Fields. Overhead shot taken with a cherry picker. Read a few profiles of graduating students, find information about the Miller School’s virtual commencement, and get other information about this year’s class. News@TheU 05-06-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Parents International Students Student Affairs Connection and Transition Includes Video Commencement false false false false false People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/05/student-organizations-recognized-for-a-years-work.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/05/soar-banner_940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/05/soar-banner_790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/05/soar-banner_365x365.png Recognizing student-led programming and organizations for their contributions despite the turbulent year Genesis Cosme 05-01-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false University / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement Connection and Transition http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/04/two-senior-celebrations-end-the-semester-on-a-high-note.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/two-senior-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/two-senior-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/two-senior-365x365.png Laptop with graduation attire Seniors recognized for their hard work and academic accomplishments in virtual observances of Senior Mwambo and Lavender Celebration Genesis Cosme 04-23-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Connection and Transition Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / University / University Leadership / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/04/decades-of-outstanding-service.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/pwnaspa-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/pwnaspa-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/pwnaspa-365x365.png Pat Whitely and NASPA Award Patricia A. Whitely, vice president for student affairs, accepts the Fred Turner Award for Outstanding Service to NASPA Genesis Cosme 04-30-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Division Updates University Leadership false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Division Updates Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/04/cane-excellence-in-service-and-leadership.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/coi-940x529-01.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/coi-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/coi-365x365.jpg Celebration of Involvement Awards The annual Celebration of Involvement hosted by the Division of Student Affairs recognizes students and staff for their service and leadership to the University Genesis Cosme 04-15-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Distinctions false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/04/meet-the-new-student-government-leaders.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/sg-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/sg-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/04/sg-365x365.jpg New Student Government Executives Abigail Adeleke, Shirley Gelman, and Amanda Rodriguez come from all walks of campus life to bring a fresh perspective to the University of Miami's undergraduate Student Government Genesis Cosme 04-13-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / University Leadership / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/03/pursuing-a-passion-despite-the-pressure.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/03/clarke-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/03/clarke-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/03/clarke-365x365.jpg Christopher Clarke, new director of Multicultural Student Affairs, shares his journey from a first-generation, Caribbean-American college graduate to an accomplished student affairs professional. Genesis Cosme 03-02-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Profile Spotlight University Leadership false false false false true People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / University Leadership / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/alumni/stories/2020/03/supporting-students.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/alumni/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/03/whitely-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/alumni/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/03/whitely-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/alumni/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/03/whitely-365x365.jpg Dr. Pat Whitely, vice president for student affairs, puts the needs of her students first. UM News 03-31-2020 false Student Affairs Division Updates Profile Spotlight University Leadership false false false false false People and Community / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/03/brothers-and-sisters-for-change.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/03/greekweek-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/03/greekweek-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/03/greekweek-365x365.jpg Greek Week Organized Cheer Twenty four fraternities and sororities put their letters aside during Greek Week to give back to their communities on campus and beyond. Genesis Cosme 03-09-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Includes Video / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/02/a-culture-of-health-through-peer-to-peer-support.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/peereducation-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/peereducation-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/peereducation-365x365.jpg Counseling Center Peer Educators More than forty peer educators give back to their fellow 'Canes by working to make the University a safer, healthier place. Genesis Cosme and KiAnna Dorsey 02-14-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Includes Video In the Community Wellness false false false false false University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/02/getting-involved-just-got-easier.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/spring-involvement-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/spring-involvement-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/spring-involvement-365x365.jpg University Community interacts with the Department of Student Activities and Student Organizations at the annual Spring Involvement Fair Two new online platforms help students find opportunities to get involved on campus and in the community. Alex Kamphorst 02-10-2020 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Wellness / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/02/an-old-tradition-enters-a-new-decade.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/sportsfest-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/sportsfest-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/sportsfest-365x365.jpg Stanford Resident Assistants Sportsfest 2020 was a sentimental reminder of Stanford Residential College’s history as its residents, faculty, and staff prepare for decommissioning this summer Genesis Cosme 02-10-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Wellness false false false false false Law and Politics / People and Community / University / Diversity / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/02/understanding-the-political-landscape-with-angela-rye.html Law and Politics People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/angelarye-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/angelarye-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/02/angelarye-365x365.jpg Angela Rye, CEO of IMPACT Strategies and CNN political commentator, headlines Black Awareness Month 2020 hosted by Multicultural Student Affairs and United Black Students. Genesis Cosme 02-03-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Diversity Visiting Speakers false false false false false People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/01/the-time-is-now.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/01/tunnel-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/01/tunnel-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/01/tunnel-365.png Tunnel of Oppression tells stories that transform the University of Miami experience, shedding light on social issues that impact people around the world today Genesis Cosme 01-27-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false true Law and Politics / People and Community / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/01/john-kasich-addresses-students-on-february-4.html Law and Politics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/01/kasich940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/01/kasich790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/01/kasich365.jpg John Kasich A continuation of the “What Matters to U” speaker series, the former Ohio governor will speak to students about leadership and civic engagement. News@TheU 01-22-2020 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Visiting Speakers false false false false false People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / General Business / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2020/01/honoring-a-lifetime-of-wellness.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/01/parsons-fitness-rom-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/01/parsons-fitness-rom-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2020/01/parsons-fitness-rom-365.png The Patti and Allan Herbert Wellness Center’s 18,000-square-foot fitness room named in honor of Norman C. Parsons Jr., the center’s former executive director Mike Piacentino 01-16-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Community and Fans General Business Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Profile Spotlight Wellness false false false false false University / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/11/all-in-for-democracy.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/silverseal-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/silverseal-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/silverseal-365x365.jpg For doubling the number of student voters in the 2018 midterm election, the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge granted the University of Miami its Silver Seal Award Genesis Cosme 11-22-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Distinctions false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Includes Video / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/11/what-would-you-do-for-a-fellow-cane.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/cc4c-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/cc4c-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/cc4c-365x365.jpg ’Canes Care for ’Canes is more than just a phrase – University of Miami students implement the saying into their day-to-day lives KiAnna Dorsey and Genesis Cosme 11-21-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Includes Video false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Profile Spotlight / Social Impact / Distinctions / Medical / Miller School of Medicine / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / Division Updates Diversity and Inclusion http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/11/women-of-distinction.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/women-distinction-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/women-distinction-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/women-distinction-365.png Patricia A. Whitely, vice president for student affairs, and Dr. Margaret Pericak-Vance, director of the John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics, were recognized Friday for their commitment to caring for the overall health and well-being of others Mike Piacentino 11-15-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Patients Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Miller School of Medicine Student Affairs Division Updates In the Community Profile Spotlight Social Impact Distinctions Medical false false false false false Arts and Humanities / People and Community / University / University Leadership / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Includes Video / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/11/its-not-easy-having-mermaids-on-stage.html Arts and Humanities People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/griffin-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/griffin-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/griffin-365x365.jpg Griffin Berkenfeld, a University of Miami senior and director of CaneStage’s upcoming production of “The Little Mermaid,” gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to lead the beloved Disney classic Genesis Cosme 11-12-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Includes Video University Leadership Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Social Impact / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/11/mobilizing-campus-to-take-action.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/iou-fallweek2019-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/iou-fallweek2019-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/iou-fallweek2019-365.png The third annual It’s On Us Fall Week of Action begins November 10 and empowers members of the University community to prevent sexual assault and be responsive bystanders Genesis Cosme 11-07-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Social Impact Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/11/ready-to-launch-into-a-homecoming-week-like-no-other.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/homecoming-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/homecoming-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/11/homecoming-365x365.jpg The Homecoming Executive Committee brings the UM community together for an out-of-this-world Homecoming Week with beloved traditions and exciting changes Genesis Cosme 11-04-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / Division Updates Diversity and Inclusion http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/10/lgbtq-student-center-director-receives-national-community-service-award.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/vega-award-sergiocamero-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/vega-award-sergiocamero-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/vega-award-sergiocamero-365.png The National LGBTQ Task Force presented Gisela Vega, director of the University of Miami’s LGBTQ Student Center, with the 2019 Eddy McIntyre Community Service Award at its annual Miami gala. Mike Piacentino 10-19-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Division Updates In the Community Social Impact Distinctions false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/10/a-strengthening-community-of-transfer-students.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/transferstudents-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/transferstudents-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/transferstudents-365x365.jpg The Department of Orientation and Commuter Student Involvement and Tau Sigma offer transfer students the opportunity to put down roots during National Transfer Student Week Genesis Cosme 10-16-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Connection and Transition false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Diversity and Inclusion http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/10/canes-show-their-pride.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/cow-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/cow-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/cow-365x365.jpg The LGBTQ Student Center and SpectrUM invite the UM community to show their true colors during LGBT History Month Genesis Cosme 10-16-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/10/homesickness-doesnt-have-to-be-an-uphill-battle.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/homesickness-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/homesickness-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/10/homesickness-365x365.jpg Undergraduate students reflect on leaving the nest, share their experiences with homesickness, and give advice to first-year students on powering through their first year at UM Genesis Cosme 10-04-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / University / Campus / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Includes Video / Students / Prospective Students / Well-Being and Resiliency http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/10/student-government-brings-pharmabox-to-the-university-of-miami.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png Watch this video to learn how Student Government is making a positive difference in the everyday lives of University of Miami students. Kianna Dorsey 10-07-2019 false Students Prospective Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Includes Video Campus Wellness false false false false false People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/09/lending-a-hand-from-afar.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/dorian-followup-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/dorian-followup-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/dorian-followup-365.png Led by UM senior and Nassau-native Katya Saunders, the Bahamian Students Association collected more than 25 boxes of goods and 50 cases of water from the ’Canes community to provide much-needed relief to the Bahamas in the wake of Hurricane Dorian Mike Piacentino 09-18-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false false University / Campus / Parking and Construction / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/09/iconic-towers-set-to-close-in-may.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/stanfordstories-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/stanfordstories-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/stanfordstories-365x365.jpg Housing and Residential Life marks the decommissioning of Stanford Residential College through the telling of “Stanford Stories” and looks toward the future with Centennial Village. Genesis Cosme 09-18-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Community and Fans Student Affairs Division Updates Campus Parking and Construction false false false false false Health and Medicine / University / Health and Lifestyle / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Well-Being and Resiliency http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/09/your-favorite-flu-shot-excuse-might-be-a-myth.html Health and Medicine University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/flushot-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/flushot-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/flushot-365x365.jpg Student Health Service dispels five common misconceptions about the influenza vaccine so that students, faculty, and staff can take charge of their health ahead of flu season. Genesis Cosme 09-13-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Health and Lifestyle false false false false false People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/09/caring-for-your-fellow-canes.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/qprtraining-940x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/qprtraining-790x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/qprtraining-365x365.jpg Students, faculty and staff can join the growing network of campus “gatekeepers” who are trained to recognize and refer someone at risk of suicide during Suicide Prevention Month. Genesis Cosme 09-06-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency In the Community Social Impact false false false false false People and Community / University / Campus / Campus Safety / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/09/post-storm-support-for-students.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/post-dorian-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/post-dorian-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/09/post-dorian-365.png Even though UM wasn’t directly hit by Hurricane Dorian, Student Affairs is ready to support students with a variety of services and resources Mike Piacentino 09-03-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus Campus Safety false false false false false Health and Medicine / People and Community / Patient Care / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Parents / Well-Being and Resiliency http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/08/measures-of-success-for-student-health-service.html Health and Medicine People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/barrios-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/barrios-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/barrios-365x365.png Recently ranked as offering the eighth-best student health services in the nation, UM’s own Student Health Service infuses data and student feedback into their work to improve the overall experience for students visiting the center Mike Piacentino 08-27-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Patients Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Patient Care Social Impact false false false false false People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Voices and Opinions / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement Connection and Transition http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/08/cane-kickoff-review.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/angiolini-tonin-stweart-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/angiolini-tonin-stweart-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/angiolini-tonin-stweart-365.png Read what students had to say about their recent 'Cane Kickoff experience Alex Kamphorst 08-19-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Profile Spotlight Voices and Opinions false false false false false People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/08/volunteering-in-their-new-community.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/orientation-outreach-door-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/orientation-outreach-door-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/orientation-outreach-door-365.png Nearly 100 UM students participated in Orientation Outreach on Sunday to assist the staff at Phillis Wheatley Elementary School prepare for the upcoming year Mike Piacentino 08-18-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false false Law and Politics / People and Community / U.S. Government / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/08/democracy-in-action-from-day-one.html Law and Politics People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/gotv-cko-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/gotv-cko-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/gotv-cko-365.png UM’s Get Out the Vote student ambassadors were on-site during 'Cane Kickoff to register new students to vote in Florida Mike Piacentino 08-14-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement U.S. Government Social Impact false false false false false People and Community / University / Diversity / Campus / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Diversity and Inclusion Connection and Transition http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/08/horizons-program-connects-new-multicultural-students.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/horizons-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/horizons-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/08/horizons-365x365.jpg Students Share in-depth discussion at Horizons pre-orientation program The Horizons pre-orientation program welcomes a community of new multicultural students to campus. Alex Kamphorst 08-13-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Connection and Transition Diversity and Inclusion Diversity Campus false false false false true People and Community / Profile Spotlight / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/08/its-on-us-is-about-you.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/08/itsonus_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/08/itsonus_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/08/itsonus_hero_365.jpg renu nargund, its on us ambassador Renu Nargund serves as an ambassador for the It’s On Us initiative at the University of Miami, and was recently named the District 6 advisor, covering seven states and the District of Columbia. She recently attended the IOU national student summit in Ohio. Renu Nargund 08-07-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Profile Spotlight false false false false false People and Community / University / Social Impact / Distinctions / Wellness / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / https://hurricanesports.com/news/2019/7/19/athletics-university-of-miami-awarded-2019-ncaa-choices-grant.aspx People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/07/ncaagrant_hero_940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/07/ncaagrant_hero_790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/07/ncaagrant_hero_365.jpg The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has awarded the University of Miami a 2019 NCAA CHOICES Grant for its forthcoming 'Canes Connected peer-education program. 07-19-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Division Updates Well-Being and Resiliency Social Impact Distinctions Wellness false false false false true People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Campus / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/07/great-start-introduces-incoming-commuter-and-transfer-students-to-campus-life.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/07/greatstart_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/07/greatstart_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/07/greatstart_hero_365.jpg Great Start introduces incoming commuter and transfer students to campus life The overnight pre-orientation program – now in its 30th year – welcomes newly admitted first-year commuter and transfer students with a weekend of fun. Ashley A. Williams 07-17-2019 false Students Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Profile Spotlight Campus false false false false true Law and Politics / People and Community / Policy / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/06/how-stonewall-shaped-the-future-for-lgbtq-rights-and-other-causes.html Law and Politics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/06/hero_stonewall_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/06/hero_stonewall_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/06/hero_stonewall_365.jpg Stonewall: 50 Years in the Fight for Equality at the Stonewall National Museum and Archives Since her own time in college, Gisela Vega, director of UM's LGBTQ Student Center, has made it her life’s passion to help LGBTQ students on campus. Amanda M. Perez 06-27-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Policy Social Impact false false false false false University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Faculty/Staff / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/06/marianne-mijares-appointed-executive-director.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png Marianne Mijares, who presently serves as the Director of Corporate Relations and Events for the Frost School of Music, will begin her role as Executive Director of Commencement and Special Projects for the Division of Student Affairs starting June 15. Student Affairs 06-07-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Division Updates false false false false true Academics / People and Community / University / Commencement / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/05/commencement-2019-teach-us.html Academics People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/hero_undergrad19_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/hero_undergrad19_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/hero_undergrad19_365.jpg Undergraduate ceremony celebration Thousands of University of Miami students crossed the stage at the Watsco Center Friday in three Commencement ceremonies, during which speakers told them to seek success, facilitate positive change, and teach the rest of us along the way. 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Jones Jr. 06-07-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Connection and Transition Commencement Visiting Speakers false false false false true Academics / People and Community / University / Commencement / Diversity / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/05/an-empowering-rite-of-passage.html Academics People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/hero_mwambo-may19_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/hero_mwambo-may19_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/hero_mwambo-may19_365.jpg Mwambo ceremony Senior Mwambo, an annual pre-commencement celebration honors black and brown students for their academic and civic achievements. Ashley A. Williams 05-09-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Connection and Transition Diversity and Inclusion Commencement Diversity false false false false true Academics / People and Community / University / Commencement / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Diversity and Inclusion Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/05/celebrating-graduating-students-with-pride.html Academics People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/lavender-ceremony-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/lavender-ceremony-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/lavender-ceremony-365.jpg Jessica Osborn, Sammi Daugherty, Gisela Vega and Torrey Crosby at the Lavender Celebration The fifth annual Lavender Celebration recognizes the accomplishments of graduating LGBTQ+ students and the safe and inclusive spaces they helped create. Maya Bell 05-08-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Division Updates Commencement Diversity false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Commencement / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/05/special-report-2019-commencement.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/hero_10amgrad19_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/hero_10amgrad19_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/05/hero_10amgrad19_365.jpg Graduate School Commencement Commencement ceremonies will take place at the Watsco Center on the Coral Gables campus over three days, on May 9 to May 11, with new graduates participating in seven events. UM News 05-06-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Commencement Visiting Speakers false false false false false People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Appointments / Voices and Opinions / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/05/reflecting-back-to-move-forward.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/05/callan-profile-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/05/callan-profile-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/05/callan-profile-365.png In her new role as Executive Director of Student Life, Renée Dickens Callan plans to incorporate social justice education into student involvement by expanding programming and exploring new partnerships Mike Piacentino 05-21-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Division Updates Profile Spotlight Appointments Voices and Opinions false false false false false People and Community / University / Diversity / Campus / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Diversity and Inclusion http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/05/a-space-to-meet-and-collaborate.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/05/multicultural-orgs-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/05/multicultural-orgs-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/05/multicultural-orgs-365.jpg African Students Union, Caribbean Students Association and Planet Kreyol were recently allocated a shared office in the Shalala Student Center’s Student Organization suite, opening boundless opportunities for collaboration and dialogue. Mike Piacentino 05-08-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity Campus false false false false false University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Faculty/Staff / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/05/renee-dickens-callan-appointed-executive-director.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png Dr. Callan, who presently serves as the Director of Multicultural Student Affairs, will begin her role as Executive Director of Student Life starting June 1. Student Affairs 05-06-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Division Updates false false false false true University / Campus / Parking and Construction / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/04/lakeside-village-reaches-the-top.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/topping-off-header-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/topping-off-header-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/topping-off-header-365.jpg Gary Tarbe at topping off ceremony The final concrete slabs for the 25 interconnected buildings of the newly named Lakeside Village are complete, marking a key milestone in the construction. Mike Piacentino 04-24-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Division Updates Campus Parking and Construction false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / Campus / Sustainability / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/04/embracing-earth-day.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/hugthelake940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/hugthelake790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/hugthelake365x365.jpg Hug the Lake 2019 At the annual Hug the Lake, sustainability manager Teddy Lhoutellier was honored for improving the environment, reducing waste, and inspiring others to join the University’s sustainability efforts. 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Williams 04-22-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact Campus Sustainability false false false false true University / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/04/celebration-of-involvement-recognizes-service-and-leadership.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/involvement940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/involvement790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/involvement365x365.jpg Andrew Wiemer and Dr. Robin Bachin present student with Newman Civic Fellows and Civic Scholars Recognition The Division of Student Affairs hosted a reception to present campus-wide awards and scholarships to students and staff who have exemplified excellence. Ashley A. Williams 04-17-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Distinctions false false false false false People and Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/04/peer-educators-regional-recognition.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/04/sandler-peers-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/04/sandler-peers-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/04/sandler-peers-365.jpg Peer educators for the William W. Sandler Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Education were recognized at NASPA’s Region III conference for their significant contributions to the UM community. Genesis Cosme 04-11-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Well-Being and Resiliency Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Alumni / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/04/its-all-about-the-u.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/hero-givingday_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/hero_givingday_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/04/hero_givingday_365.jpg Giving Day The “One Day, One U” digital Giving Day hopes to raise more than $500,000 to support programs and other initiatives at the University of Miami. UM News 04-04-2019 false Alumni Student Affairs Division Updates Social Impact false false false false false University / Campus / Parking and Construction / Wellness / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / General Business / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/04/better-herbert-wellness-center.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/04/im-fields-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/04/im-fields-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2019/04/im-fields-365.jpg The Herbert Wellness Center is preparing to upgrade its intramural fields to enhance the on-field experience for its members and the campus community. Claudia Martinez 04-05-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents General Business Student Affairs Division Updates Campus Parking and Construction Wellness false false false false true Academics / Law and Politics / Academic Excellence / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2020/03/sophomore-class-senator-charts-a-noble-course.html Academics Law and Politics https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/03/hammond-scholar-landon-coles-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/03/hammond-scholar-landon-coles-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2020/03/hammond-scholar-landon-coles-365.jpg Landon Coles is committed to “helping those who are underrepresented and historically marginalized.” Grateful for his Ronald A. Hammond Scholarship, Landon Coles is committed to “helping those who are underrepresented and historically marginalized.” News@TheU 03-11-2020 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Academic Excellence false false false false true People and Community / University / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Division Updates Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/03/student-media-outlets-receive-national-distinctions.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/sportsdesk-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/sportsdesk-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/sportsdesk-365.jpg Luis Gonzalez, Ed Julbe, and Amanda Fuentes in the SportsDesk studio with their CTAs UMTV’s SportsDesk secured its first College Television Award, while Ibis yearbook and Distraction magazine brought home six awards from two national conferences. UM News 03-29-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Distinctions false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Voices and Opinions / Wellness / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/03/opportunity-to-engage-at-symposium.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/hero-cici_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/hero-cici_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/hero-cici_365.jpg Cici Battle Senior Manvi Seth provides an inside look at the Whitely Women’s Leadership Symposium, a conference focused on positive change through leadership, community, and wellness. Ashley A. Williams 03-29-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Well-Being and Resiliency Social Impact Voices and Opinions Wellness false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / Sustainability / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/03/a-spring-break-like-no-other.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/hero_springbreak19_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/hero-springbreak19_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/hero-springbreak19_365.jpg Alternative Spring Break More than 40 University of Miami students spent last week in a half dozen U.S. communities learning about social issues and helping others as part of the Alternative Breaks program. Ashley A. Williams 03-19-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact Sustainability false false false false true University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/03/whats-happening-on-campus-during-spring-break.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/spring-break-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/spring-break-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/spring-break-365.jpg Caroline Whyte leaves campus on spring break Can you still get a good meal on campus? Take a shuttle? Check out all you need to know. UM News 03-19-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus false false false false true Academics / University / Academic Excellence / Access and Inclusion / Teaching and Learning / Campus / Parking and Construction / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/03/university-to-begin-construction-on-new-student-services-building.html Academics University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/student-services-building-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/student-services-building-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/student-services-building-365.jpg Counseling and Academic Resource Center rendering The three-story, 30,000-square-foot facility will transform how students access vital campus services. UM News 03-04-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Academic Excellence Access and Inclusion Teaching and Learning Campus Parking and Construction false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/03/want-to-learn-how-to-make-cuban-cafecito.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/hero-dominos2_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/hero_dominos2-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/03/hero_dominos2_365.jpg FEC's Week of Cuban Culture Opening Ceremonies UM’s Federación de Estudiantes Cubanos will teach you how during “Week of Cuban Culture,” through March 8. UM News 03-01-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Campus false false false false true Arts and Humanities / People and Community / History and Culture / In the Community / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/02/um-students-perform-at-the-miami-heat-black-history-month-challenge.html Arts and Humanities People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/hero-bhm-challenge2_940x5291.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/hero_bhm-challenge2-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/hero_bhm-challenge2_365.jpg Black Greeks at Miami Heat Black History Month Challenge Members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council participated in the 10th annual game-show style competition at the AmericanAirlines Arena. Ashley A. Williams 02-28-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement History and Culture In the Community false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Visiting Speakers / Campus / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/02/furthering-diversity-efforts-at-the-u.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/color-symposium-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/color-symposium-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/color-symposium-365.jpg Students studying in the Shalala Student Center Students are invited to participate in the second annual Students of Color Symposium this weekend, featuring a keynote presentation from #girlboss Sharon Bui. UM News 02-20-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity Visiting Speakers Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/02/lgbtq-human-rights-in-the-hemisphere.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/hero-4ward-americas_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/hero_4ward-americas-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/hero_4ward-americas_365.jpg 4ward Americas The University of Miami will host the first symposium to explore LGBTQ human rights across the Americas, which will be held Sunday and Monday. Meredith Camel 02-14-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion In the Community Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / University Leadership / Student Affairs / Campus Life / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/02/dominoes-with-the-dean.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/dominoes940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/dominoes790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/dominoes365x365.jpg Dean Ryan C Holmes playing Dominoes Ryan C. Holmes shares his rich history with the game of dominoes, how it helped empower him, and his hopes of creating a welcoming environment in some friendly competition with UM students. Ashley A. Williams 02-08-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Campus Life Student Engagement Profile Spotlight University Leadership false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Visiting Speakers / Sustainability / Voices and Opinions / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/02/what-matters-to-u-bill-nye.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/bill-nye-at-um-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/bill-nye-at-um-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/bill-nye-at-um-365.jpg Bill Nye, The Science Guy The renowned scientist and TV personality addressed students in an inaugural discussion series presented by Student Government. Ashley A. Williams and Janette Neuwahl Tannen 02-07-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Social Impact Visiting Speakers Sustainability Voices and Opinions false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/02/signing-on-as-a-future-leader-at-um.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/freshman-leadership-council-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/freshman-leadership-council-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/freshman-leadership-council-365.jpg Freshman Leadership Council Members of the Freshman Leadership Council say the program gives them a chance to grow, build relationships, and make an impact during their time at UM. Ashley A. Williams 02-06-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Law and Politics / People and Community / Policy / Public Service / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / Division Updates Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/02/and-justice-for-all.html Law and Politics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/bryan-stevenson-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/bryan-stevenson-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/02/bryan-stevenson-365.jpg Bryan Stevenson Renowned equal justice lawyer Bryan Stevenson is awarded an honorary degree for his work as "a true champion of human rights." Robert C. Jones Jr. 02-05-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Division Updates Policy Public Service Social Impact false false false false false University / Announcements / Campus / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2019/02/one-stop-shop-certification.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png With its One-Stop Shop Certification, the Office of Conference Services can provide conference and event planners with a seamless planning experience. Student Affairs News 02-19-2019 false Faculty/Staff Community and Fans Student Affairs Division Updates Announcements Campus Distinctions false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/01/what-makes-them-sweat1.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hotseats940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hotseats790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hotseats365x365.jpg Student Government Hot Seats Show Watch members of Student Government interview administrators while eating increasingly spicy chicken wings in new video series called, “Hot Seat.” UM News 01-30-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true Arts and Humanities / People and Community / History and Culture / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/01/the-hoodie-project-symbol-of-assumptions.html Arts and Humanities People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hoodie-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hoodie-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hoodie-365.jpg Hoodie installation in the UC Lower Lounge Social Justice Week 2019 begins with an art installation by associate professor Billie Grace Lynn that challenges assumptions made of black men wearing hoodies. Ashley A. Williams 01-28-2019 false Students Alumni Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement History and Culture false false false false true Law and Politics / People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/01/social-justice-week-starts-today.html Law and Politics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hero-social-justice-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hero-social-justice-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hero-social-justice-365x365.jpg Social Justice week graphic Student organizations and campus departments band together to deliver initiatives aimed at bringing awareness to the different social issues impacting the university and greater community. Ashley A. Williams 01-28-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false true Law and Politics / University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/01/equal-justice-initiative-founder-to-speak-at-um.html Law and Politics University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hero_stevenson_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hero_stevenson_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hero_stevenson_365.jpg Bryan Stevenson Bryan Stevenson, an acclaimed public interest lawyer, will address students and receive an honorary Doctor of Laws degree. Mike Piacentino 01-23-2019 false Students Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Division Updates false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Campus / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/01/immersed-in-the-issues-that-matter.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/tunnel-of-oppression-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/tunnel-of-oppression-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/tunnel-of-oppression-365.jpg Students going through Tunnel of Oppression The annual Tunnel of Oppression sensory exhibition showcases social justice issues in a unique way that challenges perceptions and ideas. Ashley A. Williams 01-22-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Social Impact Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Appointments / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/01/new-director-of-lgbtq-student-center-joins-um.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/lgbtq-vega-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/lgbtq-vega-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/lgbtq-vega-365.jpg Gisela Vega Gisela Vega, the former associate director of LGBTQA Initiatives at Florida International University, joins the Hurricanes family with plans to enhance programming. Ashley A. Williams 01-15-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Division Updates Profile Spotlight Appointments false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/01/um-hillel-receives-outstanding-campus-award.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hillel940x5291.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hillel790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/hillel365x365.jpg co-presidents of UM Hillel For more than 77 years, UM Hillel has provided a vibrant and diverse “home-away-from-home” that is focused on the many facets of Jewish life on campus and beyond. Ashley A. Williams 01-11-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Social Impact Distinctions false false false false true University / Announcements / Campus / Parking and Construction / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2019/01/university-of-miami-unveils-plans-for-new-on-campus-residential-village.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/centennial-village-lake-view-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/centennial-village-lake-view-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2019/01/centennial-village-lake-view-365.jpg Centennial Village Centennial Village, which will reimagine student housing on the Coral Gables campus, will replace the Stanford and Hecht Residential Colleges with four new residential colleges. Mike Piacentino 01-07-2019 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Division Updates Announcements Campus Parking and Construction false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/12/hurricanes-get-into-the-holiday-spirit.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/12/holiday-toy-drive-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/12/holiday-toy-drive-608x342.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/12/holiday-toy-drive-365.jpg Dean of Students Office Holiday Toy Drive A record number of gifts have been collected across UM campuses to benefit children and seniors in the South Florida community. Janette Neuwahl Tannen 12-06-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Community and Fans Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false true Academics / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/12/study-break-tips.html Academics University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/12/finals-hammocks-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/12/finals-hammocks-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/12/finals-hammocks-365.jpg Hammocks strung between palm trees on campus With finals around the corner, the Division of Student Affairs and the Counseling Center offer tips and resources available to students to help reduce stress. Ashley A. Williams 12-04-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / Parents / Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/12/commencement-speakers-tap-the-magic-of-human-talent-and-the-sea.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/fall-commencement-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/fall-commencement-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/fall-commencement-365.jpg Fall Commencement 940 The University of Miami's fall commencement speakers are visionaries in their respective fields. Maya Bell 12-04-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition false false false false true Sports / University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/life/stories/2018/11/who-knew-gross.html Sports University https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/11/whoknew-gross-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/11/whoknew-gross-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/11/whoknew-gross-365x365.jpg Brandon Gross, director of events and senior associate director of UM’s Student Center Complex From the office to the sidelines, one University of Miami employee has found a way to balance his passion for sports and love of the U. Jennifer Palma Sanchez 12-04-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Division Updates false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/11/leadership-umiami-program-explores-complex-issues.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/leadership-umiami-closing-banquet-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/leadership-umiami-closing-banquet-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/leadership-umiami-closing-banquet-365.jpg Leadership UMiami Closing Banquet Program gives students the opportunity to uncover what democracy means and how to get to the root of community issues. Ashley A. Williams 11-30-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / Profile Spotlight / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/11/um-student-promotes-native-american-culture-on-campus.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/native-american-student-story-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/native-american-student-story-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/native-american-student-story-365.jpg Student portrait for Native American Heritage Month Allison Cawthon, founder of the Native American Heritage Month Committee, hopes to teach others about her culture and grow the community on campus. Ashley A. Williams 11-29-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Profile Spotlight false false false false true Arts and Humanities / People and Community / History and Culture / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/11/hairology-embraces-the-natural-look.html Arts and Humanities People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/hairology_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/hairology_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/hairology_365.jpg Co-founders, Symone Philips and Deborah Adeyemi of Hairology. New student organization’s mission is a movement to return to the ‘roots’ of natural hair. Ashley A. Williams 11-14-2018 false Students Alumni Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement History and Culture false false false false true People and Community / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/11/student-ambassadors-for-its-on-us-lead-the-charge.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/hero_itsonus_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/hero_itsonus_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/hero_itsonus_365.jpg It's On Us The “It’s On Us” Student Ambassador Program empowers peers to overcome sexual misconduct and gender discrimination through creative and meaningful conversations. Ashley A. Williams 11-06-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency Campus false false false false true University / Campus / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/11/homecoming-revisited.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/homecoming-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/homecoming-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/11/homecoming-365.jpg Shalala Student Center during Homecoming fireworks celebration The 2018 celebration of Homecoming and Alumni Weekend was enjoyed by hundreds of alumni, students, staff, faculty, and the UM community. UM News 11-05-2018 false Students Alumni Prospective Students Community and Fans Student Affairs Connection and Transition Campus false false false false false University / Campus / Technology / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Faculty/Staff / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/11/launching-into-a-new-era-of-event-planning.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/11/ems-release-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/11/ems-release-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/11/ems-release-365.png Cloud-based suite of software provides a more efficient and unified event-planning experience across the University Mike Piacentino 11-05-2018 false Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Division Updates Campus Technology false false false false true University / Campus / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/10/the-history-behind-ums-most-cherished-traditions.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/homecoming-traditions-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/homecoming-traditions-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/homecoming-traditions-365.jpg Fireworks off the Shalala Student Center Homecoming marks the time of year when ’Canes join together to celebrate and observe some of the longest standing traditions in the University’s history. 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Williams 11-05-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Connection and Transition Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/10/stronger-than-hate.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/pittsburgh-vigil-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/pittsburgh-vigil-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/pittsburgh-vigil-365.jpg Candlelight vigil for Pittsburgh synagogue University of Miami holds a vigil to remember those who were killed in the deadly mass shooting inside a Pittsburgh synagogue. Amanda M. Perez 10-30-2018 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery In the Community Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/life/stories/2018/10/rene-bod.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/monteagudo-appointment-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/monteagudo-appointment-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/monteagudo-appointment-365x365.jpg Rene Monteagudo, Director of UM Counseling Center Rene Monteagudo, director of the University Counseling Center, has been selected to serve on the board of the Association for University and College Counseling Center Directors UM News 10-25-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Well-Being and Resiliency false false false false true People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/10/its-the-most-adventurous-time-of-the-fall-semester.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/homecoming-executive-committee-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/homecoming-executive-committee-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/homecoming-executive-committee-365.jpg Homecoming Executive Committee group photo Students on the Homecoming Executive Committee have been planning for the last year to bring 'Canes a week of fun, food and fireworks. Ashley A. Williams 10-25-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Profile Spotlight Campus false false false false false Academics / People and Community / Teaching and Learning / Profile Spotlight / University Leadership / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/10/demystifying-decision-making-in-higher-education.html Academics People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/whitely-classroom-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/whitely-classroom-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/whitely-classroom-365.jpg Patricia A. Whitely, vice president for student affairs, combines her decades of experience with theoretical concepts to teach students how decisions are made within colleges and universities Mike Piacentino 10-24-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Teaching and Learning Profile Spotlight University Leadership false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Access and Inclusion / Profile Spotlight / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/10/duo-set-on-creating-a-culturally-rich-environment-at-the-u.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/hero_msaoffice_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/hero_msaoffice_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/hero_msaoffice-365.jpg Multicultural Student Affairs Office Director and Assistant Director MSA’s Renee Dickens Callan and Junior Pena offer a supportive environment for students of marginalized identities. Ashley A. Williams 10-24-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Access and Inclusion Profile Spotlight Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/10/canes-love-comfort-food.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/comfort-food-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/comfort-food-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/comfort-food-365.jpg students discussing comfort food Fresh off fall break, News@TheU catches up with students to learn what foods make them feel at home. Ashley A. Williams 10-22-2018 false Students Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Division Updates Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/life/stories/2018/10/my-neighbors-keeper.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/my-neighbors940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/my-neighbors790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/my-neighbors365.jpg My Neighbors Keeper Rabbis, evangelical pastors, and imams from around the country attended My Neighbor’s Keeper, a two-day workshop that promotes collaboration to address Islamophobia, anti-Semitism, and other forms of religious persecution. The session was hosted by University of Miami Hillel. 10-19-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion In the Community Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / University / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/10/searching-for-the-american-dream.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/fareed-zakaria-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/fareed-zakaria-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/fareed-zakaria-365.jpg Fareed Zakaria Fareed Zakaria, a CNN host, journalist and author, tells UM students that globalization and technology have put pressure on the American dream, but those with drive can still succeed. Janette Neuwahl Tannen 10-15-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Visiting Speakers false false false false true People and Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/10/inspire-u-brings-together-students.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/u-inspire-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/u-inspire-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/u-inspire-365.jpg Inspire U The program, in which UM students mentor high school students, aims to get first generation students into college. Barbara Gutierrez 10-15-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/10/um-students-embrace-community-service.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/gandhi-day-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/gandhi-day-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/gandhi-day-365.jpg Gandhi Day of Service 2018 Nearly 400 students participate in the National Gandhi Day of Service, the largest annual service day aimed at helping organizations across South Florida. Ashley A. Williams 10-14-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false false People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/10/student-commits-to-global-action.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/jasti-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/jasti-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/jasti-365.png Shravya Jasti was selected to participate in the Clinton Global Initiative University’s Commitments Challenge to support her work in India Mike Piacentino 10-10-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/10/zta-keeps-tradition-alive-by-thinking-pink.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/zta-think-pink-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/zta-think-pink-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/zta-think-pink-365.jpg Zeta Tau Alpha fraternity on the Foote University Green Members of Zeta Tau Alpha fraternity gathered this week on the Foote University Green for the kickoff of Think Pink Week, their annual breast cancer education and awareness event. 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Williams 10-09-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Social Impact false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/10/family-weekend-2018.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/webster-family-weekend-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/webster-family-weekend-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/10/webster-family-weekend-365.png Family Weekend invites families of UM students to campus for a weekend of academic and social activities Mike Piacentino 10-08-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition false false false false true People and Community / Science and Technology / Social Impact / Climate Change / Environment / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/10/new-student-chapter-looks-to-tackle-the-defining-challenge-of-our-time.html People and Community Science and Technology https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/climate-reality-project-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/climate-reality-project-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/10/climate-reality-project-365.jpg Climate Reality Project group photo UM students have started a local chapter of The Climate Reality Project to spotlight efforts to combat the impacts of climate change on South Florida. Ashley A. Williams 10-02-2018 false Students Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Social Impact Climate Change Environment false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/09/how-to-vote-in-college.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/gotv-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/gotv-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/gotv-365.jpg Members of Get Out The Vote register students in the University Center Breezeway Get Out The Vote, a nonpartisan initiative headed by the Division of Student Affairs and the Butler Center for Service and Leadership, encourages ’Canes at the University of Miami to register to vote. Ashley A. Williams 09-21-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / Profile Spotlight / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/09/delivering-a-huge-gush-of-joy-and-gratitude.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/hero_upup2_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/hero_upup2_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/hero_upup2_365.jpg UPup trainers with puppies A year after UPup’s founding father met his match, the service club is realizing its goal of becoming a permanent training ground for future service dogs. Maya Bell 09-21-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Profile Spotlight Social Impact false false false false true University / Campus / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/09/happy-birthday-shalala-student-center.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/shalala-u-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/shalala-u-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/shalala-u-365.jpg Shalala Birthday Balloons UM students, faculty and staff commemorated the five-year anniversary of the Donna E. Shalala Student Center by signing a huge thank you note, eating birthday cake and a fiesta. Ashley A. Williams 09-20-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Division Updates Campus false false false false false University / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/09/um-recognized-national-leader-engagement.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/09/orientation-outreach-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/09/orientation-outreach-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/09/orientation-outreach-365.png NASPA names UM as a Lead Advisory Institution for the seventh year in a row Mike Piacentino 09-12-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Division Updates Distinctions false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/09/this-team-of-student-leaders-puts-the-u-first.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/sgaleaders_hero_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/sgaleaders_hero_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/09/sgaleaders_hero_365.jpg This team of student leaders puts the U first Student Government executive officers plan to utilize their strengths, knowledge, and experience to represent the student body and enhance student engagement on campus. Ashley A. Williams 09-04-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/08/orientation-outreach.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/orientation-outreach-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/orientation-outreach-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/orientation-outreach-365.jpg Nearly 200 students participated in various beautification projects at Comstock Elementary School during the Butler Center's first service day of the academic year. Ashley A. Williams 08-25-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition In the Community Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / Profile Spotlight / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/life/stories/2018/08/residential-faculty.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/08/leslie-knecht-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/08/leslie-knecht-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/life/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/08/leslie-knecht-365x365.jpg Residential faculty member Leslie Knecht reflects on her recent move to Stanford Residential College. Jennifer Palma Sanchez 08-25-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Profile Spotlight false false false false true People and Community / University / Campus / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/08/um-welcomes-freshmen-to-campus.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/hero_movein18_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/hero_movein18_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/hero_movein18_365.jpg Move in Day The University of Miami kicked into high gear to welcome thousands of new students and ensure move-in days were well organized and efficient. Ashley A. Williams 08-17-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Patients Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Connection and Transition Campus false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / Student Engagement https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/08/camp-kesem.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/camp-kesem-hero-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/camp-kesem-hero-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/camp-kesem-hero-365.jpg Unique camp supports children whose parents have cancer. Ashley A. Williams 08-10-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false false University / Campus / Parking and Construction / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Faculty/Staff / Connection and Transition http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/08/new-canes-welcome-home.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/08/housing-move-in-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/08/housing-move-in-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/08/housing-move-in-365.png Students will begin moving in to on-campus housing as early as Monday, August 13 Amanda Prats 08-06-2018 false Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Connection and Transition Campus Parking and Construction false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Student Engagement / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/08/kicking-off-with-helpful-hands.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/beckett-volunteers-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/beckett-volunteers-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/08/beckett-volunteers-365x365.jpg Employees from the Office of the University Registrar serve as volunteers at large university events. UM employees give back by giving their time during orientation week to help make ’Cane Kickoff a success. Brittney Bomnin 08-01-2018 false Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Student Engagement false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/07/getting-commuter-students-off-to-a-great-start.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/07/great-start-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/07/great-start-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/07/great-start-365.jpg Using first-hand experience, two students spearhead a pre-orientation program designed to prepare first-year commuter students for their freshman year. Ashley A. Williams 07-31-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Connection and Transition Student Engagement false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Campus / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / General Business / Division Updates http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/07/summer-of-success-for-conference-services.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png In its first summer as a standalone unit, the Office of Conference Services makes event planning easy for clients and UM service providers Mike Piacentino 07-30-2018 false Faculty/Staff Community and Fans General Business Student Affairs Division Updates In the Community Campus false false false false false People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/05/moving-out-giving-back.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/hrl_goodwill_photo_truck940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/05/hrl_goodwill_photo_truck790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/05/hrl_goodwill_photo_trucksquare.jpg In moving out of their on-campus housing, many UM students chose to donate unwanted items to one of the four conveniently located Goodwill donation collection trailers on campus - setting a new all-time high for total pounds of donated items. Mike Piacentino 05-18-2018 false Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/05/in-memoriam-former-dean-of-students-william-sheeder.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/sheeders-940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/sheeders-790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/sheeder-365.jpg Bill and Gayle Sheeder 940 Over his more than two decades at the U, the dean of students from 1976-1989 always put students first. Robert C. Jones Jr. 05-17-2018 false Alumni Faculty/Staff Community and Fans Student Affairs Division Updates false false false false true People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Campus / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/05/the-woman-behind-the-pups.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/beverly940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/beverly790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/beverly365x365.jpg Joy Beverly UPUP’s faculty advisor discusses her life on campus with puppies and the students who have made the service club such a success. Jennifer Sanchez 05-11-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Profile Spotlight Campus Wellness false false false false true People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Division Updates https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/05/reminiscing-with-mister-fix-it.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/milton-davis_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/milton-davis_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/milton-davis_365x365.jpg Milton Davis celebrates 45-year career Maintenance mechanic Milton Davis has kept UM housing humming for decades. Brittney Bomnin 05-11-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Student Engagement Profile Spotlight false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Academic Excellence / Commencement / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Diversity and Inclusion / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/05/celebrating-the-journey.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/hero_mwambo18_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/hero_mwambo18_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/hero_mwambo18_365.jpg Mwambo Ceremony “Young, gifted, and black” graduates are honored at Senior Mwambo Ceremony at the Shalala Student Center. Michael R. Malone 05-10-2018 false Student Affairs Connection and Transition Diversity and Inclusion Academic Excellence Commencement false false false false true University / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Diversity and Inclusion https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/05/um-lgbtq-graduates-celebrate-lavender-event.html University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/hero_lavender18_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/hero_lavender18_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/hero_lavender18_365.jpg Lavender Ceremony The annual tradition honoring graduating LGBTQ and ally students continues to grow, this year introducing new student awards and a keynote speaker. Meredith Camel 05-09-2018 false Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion false false false false true Academics / People and Community / Commencement / Profile Spotlight / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / Connection and Transition https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/05/special-report-2018-commencement.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/commencement-17-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/commencement-17-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/05/commencement-17-365x365.jpg Beach balls fall from ceiling during Commencement The University of Miami will welcome new graduates into the UM alumni family during seven commencement ceremonies taking place over three days, May 10-12, at the Watsco Center on the Coral Gables campus. UM News 05-07-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Division Updates Commencement Profile Spotlight Visiting Speakers false false false false false People and Community / Sports / Profile Spotlight / Fitness and Wellness / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/04/boxing-club-national-titles.html People and Community Sports http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/boxing-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/boxing-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/boxing-365.png Two fighters from the University of Miami Boxing Club win titles at the 2018 United States Intercollegiate Boxing Association’s National Championship. Claudia Martinez 04-18-2018 false Students Alumni Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency Profile Spotlight Fitness and Wellness false false false false false Science and Technology / University / Climate Change / Environment / Tech Innovation / Campus / Parking and Construction / Sustainability / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/04/going-for-the-gold.html Science and Technology University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/rain-garden-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/rain-garden-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/rain-garden-365.png UM’s new Student Housing Village is expected to achieve LEED Gold certification Mike Piacentino 04-22-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Division Updates Climate Change Environment Tech Innovation Campus Parking and Construction Sustainability false false false false true People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / University President / Campus / Distinctions / Sustainability / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/04/going-for-green-at-the-u.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/04/hero_hugthelake18_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/04/hero_hugthelake18_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/04/hero_hugthelake18_365.jpg Hug the lake The Energy and Conservation Organization was recognized with the 2018 Roberta “Bosey” Fulbright Foote Prize for sparking green awareness and inspiring sustainable initiatives on campus. Michael R. Malone 04-20-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Division Updates Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact University President Campus Distinctions Sustainability false false false false true People and Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/04/pumped-to-take-a-stand.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/04/WalkaMile-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/04/WalkaMile-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/04/WalkaMile-365x365.jpg men in red heels Participants of the ninth annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event on campus pledge to help end sexual violence against women. Aaliyah Weathers 04-18-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Social Impact false false false false false University / Campus / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/04/qa-office-conference-services.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/village-pavilion-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/village-pavilion-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/village-pavilion-365.png The newly created Office of Conference Services will serve as a one-stop-shop solution for primarily external groups interested in hosting a conference, camp or event at the University. Mike Piacentino 04-13-2018 false Alumni Faculty/Staff Community and Fans Student Affairs Division Updates Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Parents / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/04/student-affairs-shines-light-unsung-hero.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/ross-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/ross-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/04/ross-365.png Michael Ross of Dining Services-Chartwells named Unsung Hero at Division of Student Affairs 20th annual Laurel Awards celebration Mike Piacentino 04-05-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Profile Spotlight Distinctions false false false false false Health and Medicine / University / Health and Lifestyle / Distinctions / Wellness / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / http://everitas.univmiami.net/2018/03/23/university-of-miami-recognized-as-gold-level-exercise-is-medicine-campus/ Health and Medicine University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/03/exercise-medicine-honor-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/03/exercise-medicine-honor-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/03/exercise-medicine-honor-365.png For the first time, the American College of Sports Medicine and American Medical Association recognized the University of Miami for its Exercise is Medicine on Campus programs. Claudia Martinez 03-22-2018 false Alumni Faculty/Staff Patients Prospective Students Community and Fans Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Health and Lifestyle Distinctions Wellness false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Social Impact / Visiting Speakers / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/03/campus-rally-empowers-students.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/03/iou-rally-biden-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/03/iou-rally-biden-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/03/iou-rally-biden-365.png It’s On Us Rally calls for a culture change in how America views gender-based violence. Mike Piacentino 03-21-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Patients Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact Visiting Speakers false false false false false People and Community / University / Visiting Speakers / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/03/its-on-us-rally-3-20-18.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/03/its-on-us-rally-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/03/its-on-us-rally-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/03/its-on-us-rally-365.png The rally aims to raise awareness around sexual assault and gender-based violence. Mike Piacentino 03-07-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Student Affairs Student Engagement Visiting Speakers Campus false false false false false University / Parking and Construction / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/02/construction-begins-on-new-student-housing-village.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/02/hfsp-construction-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/02/hfsp-construction-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/02/hfsp-construction-365.jpg Concrete trucks arrived on the site last week and began pouring concrete into the massive 300-cubic-yard pits that will serve as foundational footings for the building’s stilt-like supports. Mike Piacentino 02-28-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Division Updates Parking and Construction false false false false true Arts and Humanities / Music / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/02/hitting-a-high-note.html Arts and Humanities https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/02/Biscaydence-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/02/Biscaydence-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/02/Biscaydence-365x365.jpg a cappella group Student a cappella group BisCaydence wins quarterfinals and advances to the next round in the international competition made famous by Pitch Perfect. Aaliyah Weathers 02-21-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Music false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Includes Video / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/02/honoring-lives-lost.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/02/hero_msdvigil_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/02/hero_msdvigil_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/02/hero_msdvigil_365.jpg Vigil to Honor Victims from Marjory Stoneman Douglas A vigil on the University of Miami campus, organized by UM students who graduated from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, honors those lost in the “senseless attack.” Michael R. Malone 02-21-2018 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Patients Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Student Engagement Includes Video Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Social Impact / Visiting Speakers / Campus / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/01/writing-beyond-the-margins.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/01/students-of-color-symposium-940x5295.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/01/students-of-color-symposium-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/01/students-of-color-symposium-365.jpg Students of Color Symposium At Students of Color Symposium, motivational speaker Octavia Yearwood encourages students to expand their boundaries. Robert C. Jones Jr. 01-31-2018 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Diversity Social Impact Visiting Speakers Campus false false false false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2018/01/out-of-the-darkness.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/01/hero_tunneloppression_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/01/hero_tunneloppression_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2018/01/hero_tunneloppression_365.jpg Students at Tunnel of Oppression A student event featuring an interactive tunnel displaying images, videos and other elements sheds light on oppression. Robert C. Jones Jr. 01-29-2018 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents Student Affairs Student Engagement Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Social Impact Campus false false false false false People and Community / University / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/01/student-affairs-accepting-nominations-to-laurel-awards.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/01/luarel2017-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/01/luarel2017-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/01/luarel2017-365.jpg Available February 1 and due by March 13, nominations to the Laurel Awards recognize outstanding Student Affairs staff members and student employees. Student Affairs 01-31-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Student Affairs Division Updates Student Engagement Distinctions false false false false false University / Campus / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Faculty/Staff / Parents / International Students / Hide this item from News Home / Hide this item from News Gateway Pages / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2018/01/on-campus-summer-housing.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/01/intern-hosuing-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/01/intern-hosuing-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2018/01/intern-hosuing-365.jpg The Department of Housing & Residential Life offers summer housing for students enrolled at other institutions who are conducting internships or assistantships at UM. Mike Piacentino 01-19-2018 false Students Faculty/Staff Parents International Students Student Affairs Division Updates Campus false true true false true People and Community / University / Social Impact / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/12/top-honors-for-all-the-buzz.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/12/SandlerBacchusAward-940x549.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/12/SandlerBacchusAward-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/12/SandlerBacchusAward-365x365.jpg sandler center students William W. Sandler Jr. Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Education earns national recognition for its interactive, peer-designed program. Aaliyah Weathers 12-14-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Patients Prospective Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Social Impact Distinctions false false false false true People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/12/cultivating-passion-for-civic-participation.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/12/AfAmMuseumButler-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/12/AfAmMuseumButler-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/12/AfAmMuseumButler-365x365.jpg Butler Leadership 2017 Through its new Leadership UMiami program, the Butler Center for Service and Leadership is empowering UM students to be engaged citizens at the local and national level. Aaliyah Weathers 12-07-2017 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement false false false false false Sports / University / Athletics / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/11/um-nd-gameday-info.html Sports University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/11/2017_CollegeGameday-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/11/2017_CollegeGameday-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/11/2017_CollegeGameday-365.jpg ESPN College GameDay Get all the information students need to know about ESPN College GameDay broadcast from the Lakeside Patio as well as details regarding UBus, the Student Fan Zone and Senior Walk. Student Affairs 11-08-2017 false Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Athletics false false false false true Arts and Humanities / University / Journalism / Distinctions / School of Communication / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/11/student-publications-receive-top-awards.html Arts and Humanities University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/11/SoC-Awards-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/11/SoC-Awards-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/11/SoC-Awards-365.jpg SoC Awards, Ibis Yearbook, Distraction Magazine Ibis Yearbook, Distraction Magazine receive awards from the Associated Collegiate Press Association. Barbara Gutierrez 11-07-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students School of Communication Student Affairs Student Engagement Journalism Distinctions false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/11/students-keep-homecoming-traditions-alive.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/11/Homecoming-7-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/11/Homecoming-7-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/11/Homecoming-7-365.jpg Students at UM Homecoming 2017 From decorating ornaments for the Spirit Tree to an a cappella remix of the Alma Mater, Homecoming week competitions engage students in annual traditions. Aaliyah Weathers 11-05-2017 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery false false false false false Health and Medicine / People and Community / Research / University / Health and Lifestyle / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / http://everitas.univmiami.net/2017/10/27/forum-addresses-well-being-health-and-safety-on-college-campuses/ Health and Medicine People and Community Research University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/10/nirsa-naspa-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/10/nirsa-naspa-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png The two-day conference examined strategies and best practices to foster a culture of health and safety on college campuses nationwide. Special to UM News 10-27-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Health and Lifestyle Social Impact false false false false false People and Community / University / In the Community / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/10/magic-in-u-homecoming-alumni-weekend.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/10/homecoming-shalala-center-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/10/homecoming-shalala-center-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/10/homecoming-shalala-center-365.jpg Join the UM community on Friday, November 3 for the boat burning ceremony and fireworks show as part of UM's annual Homecoming and Alumni Weekend festivities. Mike Piacentino 10-18-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Community and Fans Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Campus false false false false false Health and Medicine / Health and Lifestyle / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / International Students / https://nirsa.net/nirsa/2017/10/09/nirsa-naspa-thought-leadership-summit/ Health and Medicine http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/10/nirsa-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/10/nirsa-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/10/nirsa-365.jpg In addition to encouraging dialogue, the intent of the forum is to strategize about how to best align our campus partnerships and resources to successfully integrate holistic wellbeing into our campuses’ cultures. Erin O’Sullivan 10-09-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students International Students Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Health and Lifestyle false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/09/residential-reunion.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/09/hero_move_in_day_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/09/hero_move_in_day_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/09/hero_move_in_day_365.jpg Students return to campus Students living in residential housing are returning to campus and classes with renewed resolve. Julia D. Berg 09-22-2017 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery false false false false true People and Community / Profile Spotlight / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Well-Being and Resiliency / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/09/what-a-ride.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/09/hero_irmaride_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/09/hero_irmaride_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/09/hero_irmaride_365.jpg Hurricane Irma UM students recount how they rode out the storm called Hurricane Irma. UM News 09-19-2017 true Students Alumni Prospective Students Parents Student Affairs Division Updates Well-Being and Resiliency Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Profile Spotlight false false false false true People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/09/safeguarding-students-amid-irma.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/09/FrenkShelterStudentsIrma-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/09/FrenkShelterStudentsIrma-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/09/FrenkShelterStudentsIrma-365x365.jpg President Julio Frenk visits with students evacuated from the Coral Gables campus The University’s decision to close classes well in advance of the hurricane enabled the successful evacuation of 4,300 students and a well-orchestrated safety plan for those unable to leave. Michael Malone 09-15-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Division Updates Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency false false false false true Academics / People and Community / University / Access and Inclusion / In the Community / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Division Updates / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/08/um-earns4-star-lgbtq-rating-for-campus-inclusivity.html Academics People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/050817_JAbreu_455-XL940.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/050817_JAbreu_455-XL790.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/050817_JAbreu_455-XL365.jpg LGBTQ Students Pose with Sebastian the Ibis and Vice President of Student Affairs Dr. Patricia Whitely The Campus Pride Index has ranked UM a 4-star university, making them one of just seventeen universities in the South with a 4-star or higher rating. Andres Tamayo 08-30-2017 false Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Division Updates Access and Inclusion In the Community false false false false true People and Community / Science and Technology / University / Environment / Campus / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Includes Video / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/08/celestial-event-adds-flare-to-first-day-of-classes.html People and Community Science and Technology University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/MZachs_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/MZachs_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/MZachs_365x365.jpg Solar eclipse Students and faculty gathered at the Rock to catch a glimpse of the solar eclipse. Aaliyah Weathers 08-22-2017 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Student Engagement Includes Video Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Environment Campus false false false false true Academics / University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Student Engagement / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/08/under-construction-the-next-generation-in-on-campus-housing .html Academics University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/hero-student-housing-940x529.jpeg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/hero-student-housing-790x527.jpeg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/hero-student-housing-365.jpeg Student Housing Village The University of Miami has embarked on an ambitious 10-year housing plan that will transform the student life experience into the 21st century. Andres Tamayo 08-22-2017 false Student Affairs Division Updates Student Engagement false false false false true Academics / People and Community / University / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/08/cane-kickoff-welcomes-incoming-students-to-um.html Academics People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/081517_JAbreu_Header-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/081517_JAbreu_Header790x527 https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/081517_JAbreu_Header365x365 'Canes Take Flight The University of Miami welcomed students back with ‘Cane Kickoff, a week of events to introduce them to life as a Miami Hurricane. Andres Tamayo 08-21-2017 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business Student Affairs Connection and Transition Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery false false false false false University / Campus / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Parents / International Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/08/units-collaborate-stress-free-move-in.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/08/move-in-2018-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/08/move-in-2018-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/08/move-in-2018-365x365.jpg The Division of Student Affairs and the Department of Housing & Residential Life collaborated with a variety of campus units to bring USS's "Cruise Ship Move-In" to UM, alleviating stress for both families and staff. Mike Piacentino 08-16-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Parents International Students Student Affairs Connection and Transition Division Updates Campus false false false false true Academics / People and Community / In Memoriam / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Parents / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/08/in-memoriam-william-w-sandler-jr.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/Sandler_crop2-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/Sandler_crop790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/08/Sandler_crop365x365.jpg Dean Sandler Former University of Miami Dean of Students William W. ‘Bill’ Sandler, Jr. passed away on August 6 at the age of 83 UM News 08-10-2017 false Alumni Faculty/Staff Parents Student Affairs Division Updates In Memoriam false false false false false Academics / University / Admissions / Campus / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / International Students / General Business / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/08/preparing-to-welcome-the-newest-class-of-canes-to-the-u.html Academics University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/08/src-desk-940x529.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/08/src-desk-790x527.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/08/src-desk-365x365.png More than 2,000 incoming students will make their way to the Coral Gables campus on Monday, August 14 and Tuesday, August 15 and settle in at their new home in on-campus housing. Student Affairs 08-01-2017 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students International Students General Business Student Affairs Connection and Transition Admissions Campus false false false false true People and Community / Science and Technology / In the Community / Social Impact / Tech Innovation / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/07/empowering-people-through-technology.html People and Community Science and Technology https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/07/computers-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/07/computers-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/07/computers-365.jpg UM students Jared Klutke and Harold Tapamo with Satima and Maryam Global Sigma, a UM student organization founded by Harold Tapamo, has donated refurbished computers to Syrian refugee families living in Miami-Dade. Robert C. Jones, Jr. 07-28-2017 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact Tech Innovation false false false false false Law and Politics / People and Community / Florida Law/Politics / U.S. Government / In the Community / Social Impact / College of Arts and Sciences / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Parents / International Students / General Business / https://www.forbes.com/sites/civicnation/2017/07/27/canes-rise-to-the-challenge-how-um-students-are-driving-civic-engagement/ Law and Politics People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/07/uvote-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/07/uvote-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png The University of Miami (UM) has partnered with local and national organizations as part of the campus focus on facilitating civic engagement, political conversation, and voter mobilization. But this culture of democratic engagement didn’t appear overnight. Monica Bustinza 07-27-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Parents International Students General Business College of Arts and Sciences Student Affairs Student Engagement Florida Law/Politics U.S. Government In the Community Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Division Updates / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/06/Heather_Stevens_NASPA_Award.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/06/heather_stevens_naspa_940_529 https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/06/heather_stevens_naspa_790_527 https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/06/heatherstevens_naspa_365_365 Jody Conway (NASPA Region III Summer Symposium Awards Co-Chair; University of Tampa); Anthony DeSantis (NASPA Region III Director; University of Florida); Heather Stevens; Lorie Kittendorf (NASPA Region III Summer Symposium Awards Co-Chair; University of Tampa) UM Student Affairs Advocacy Coordinator Heather Stevens has been awarded the William Leftwich Award for Outstanding New Professional in NASPA Region III. Andres Tamayo 06-19-2017 false Student Affairs Division Updates Profile Spotlight Distinctions false false false false false People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / University Leadership / Appointments / College of Arts and Sciences / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/05/um-announces-associate-vp-dean-of-students.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/05/holmes-headshot-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/05/holmes-headshot-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/05/holmes-headshot-365x365.jpg Ryan C. Holmes, assistant vice president for student support at University of Texas El Paso, will join the Division of Student Affairs on July 31 as the associate vice president for student affairs and dean of students. Mike Piacentino 05-30-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans College of Arts and Sciences Student Affairs Division Updates Profile Spotlight University Leadership Appointments false false false false false People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/05/goodwill-donations-2017.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/hrl_goodwill_photo_truck940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/05/hrl_goodwill_photo_truck790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/05/hrl_goodwill_photo_trucksquare.jpg The Goodwill donation trucks, located outside each of the on-campus residential areas, transported a total of 69,590 pounds of lightly used goods to local Goodwill donation centers. Alexander Kamphorst 05-22-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Community and Fans Student Affairs Division Updates Well-Being and Resiliency In the Community Social Impact false false false false false University / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Hide this item from News Home / Hide this item from News Gateway Pages / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/05/housing-village-boa-approval.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-small.png The City of Coral Gables Board of Architects granted its final administrative approval today for the new Student Housing Village to be built at the University of Miami. Student Affairs 05-18-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Student Affairs Division Updates false true true false true Academics / People and Community / Commencement / Profile Spotlight / Visiting Speakers / School of Architecture Student News / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Student Engagement / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Patients / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/05/special-report-2017-commencement.html Academics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/05/grad10-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/05/grad10-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/05/grad10-365x365.jpg 2017 Graduate Commencement Ceremony The University of Miami will hold its spring commencement exercises May 10-12 at the Watsco Center on the Coral Gables campus. UM News 05-09-2017 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Patients Prospective Students Community and Fans School of Architecture Student News Student Affairs Connection and Transition Student Engagement Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Commencement Profile Spotlight Visiting Speakers false false false false false University / School of Architecture / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / Hide this item from News Home / Hide this item from News Gateway Pages / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/05/site-work-begins.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/05/bldg-37-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/05/bldg-37-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/05/bldg-37-365x365.jpg The Coral Gables Board of Architects provided their preliminary approval for the housing village on March 27, paving the way for the project to begin its initial demolition phase. Student Affairs 05-03-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans School of Architecture Student Affairs Division Updates false true true false false University / Campus / Distinctions / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / http://results.chronicle.com/SCU-2017-O University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/studentcentered-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/studentcentered-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/studentcentered-365x365.jpg Division of Student Affairs was featured in the Chronicle of Higher Education's report about the pressures and challenges faced by college presidents and student-affairs leaders. 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UM News 04-20-2017 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Student Affairs Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Social Impact false false false false false People and Community / Profile Spotlight / University Leadership / Office of Admissions and Enrollment Services / Office of the Senior Vice President and Provost / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Faculty/Staff / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/04/laurel-awards-2017.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/luarel-awards-2017-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/luarel-awards-2017-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/luarel-awards-2017-365x365.jpg The Office of Financial Assistance’s Joanne Brown received the Division of Student Affairs' “Unsung Hero” Laurel Award for the often-unrecognized impact she makes on the student experience. Mike Piacentino 04-07-2017 false Faculty/Staff Office of Admissions and Enrollment Services Office of the Senior Vice President and Provost Student Affairs Division Updates Profile Spotlight University Leadership false false false false true People and Community / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/04/showing-our-colors-for-pride.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/04/campus-pride-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/04/campus-pride-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/04/campus-pride-365x365.jpg University of Miami, Campus Pride Month, Miami Beach Gay Pride Parade The University of Miami is celebrating Campus Pride Month with a colorful collection of events throughout April. Meredith Camel 04-09-2017 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Diversity false false false false false People and Community / University / Profile Spotlight / Distinctions / College of Arts and Sciences / Miller School of Medicine / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / http://everitas.univmiami.net/2017/04/08/76599/ People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/senate-awards-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/senate-awards-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/senate-awards-365x365.jpg During her 35 years at UM, Dr. Patricia A. Whitely, vice president for student affairs, has made countless contributions to the lives of students, their parents, faculty, staff, and those she has mentored. UM News 04-04-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students College of Arts and Sciences Miller School of Medicine Student Affairs Division Updates Profile Spotlight Distinctions false false false false true Law and Politics / University / U.S. Government / Distinctions / College of Arts and Sciences / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/04/um-recognized-for-voter-engagement-by-campus-vote-project-and-naspa.html Law and Politics University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/04/student-government-leaders-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/04/student-government-leaders-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/04/student-government-leaders-365x365.jpg Student Government Leaders The University of Miami joins the ranks as one of 83 campuses in 23 states named “Voter-Friendly.” Andres Tamayo 04-04-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans College of Arts and Sciences Student Affairs Connection and Transition Student Engagement U.S. Government Distinctions false false false false false People and Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/04/safe-spring-break-2017.html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/safe-spring-break-2017-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/safe-spring-break-2017-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/safe-spring-break-2017-365x365.jpg Safe Spring Break is a collaborative, annual initiative spearheaded by PIER 21 and supported by various offices across the university. Nathalie Mairena 04-03-2017 false Students Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement Well-Being and Resiliency false false false false true People and Community / Profile Spotlight / School of Architecture / College of Arts and Sciences / Frost School of Music / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Includes Video / Students / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/03/opening-doors-for-ums-newest-canes.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/03/hero_studenthousing_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/03/hero_studenthousing_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/03/hero_studenthousing_365x365.jpg Sade Prithwie and Logan Smith Housing and Residential Life’s program for freshmen residents ensures first-year students immediately engage with campus resources. Mike Piacentino 04-03-2017 false Students Prospective Students School of Architecture College of Arts and Sciences Frost School of Music Student Affairs Connection and Transition Includes Video Profile Spotlight false false false false true People and Community / Sports / Profile Spotlight / Fitness and Wellness / Student Affairs / Connection and Transition / Well-Being and Resiliency / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/04/trainers-transform-lives.html People and Community Sports https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/04/trainers-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/04/trainers-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/04/trainers-365x365.jpg Herbert Wellness Center, personal training, University of Miami Whether looking to enhance strength, endurance, or quality of life, Herbert Wellness Center trainers are equipped to customize programming to fit an individual's needs. Myranda Tarr 03-29-2017 false Student Affairs Connection and Transition Well-Being and Resiliency Profile Spotlight Fitness and Wellness false false false false true Law and Politics / People and Community / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/03/blacklivesmatter-co-founder-urges-students-to-make-a-difference.html Law and Politics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/03/alicia-garza-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/03/alicia-garza-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/03/alicia-garza-365x365.jpg Alicia Garza Urges Students to Make a Difference Activist and community organizer Alicia Garza stresses the need for a richness of ideas to help solve society’s problems. Megan Ondrizek 03-29-2017 false Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion false false false false false Academics / Teaching and Learning / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Students / Prospective Students / https://www.naspa.org/constituent-groups/posts/twenty-years-of-senior-reflections-at-um Academics http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/naspa-logo-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/whtiely-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/04/whitely-365x365.jpg Dr. Patricia A. Whitely facilitates in the evenings with the intention of ending her day with some time to think and remember how important and valuable her work is, but also to provide students a break between the rigors of the day before they often go on to complete homework and assignments. Patricia A. Whitely 02-28-2017 false Students Prospective Students Student Affairs Division Updates Teaching and Learning false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Campus / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Students / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/02/university-reaffirms-support-of-transgender-community.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/02/genderneutral_940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/02/genderneutral_790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/02/genderneutral_365x365.jpg gender-neutral and inclusive restrooms The University of Miami continues to encourage students, faculty, staff, and visitors on campus to use bathrooms and facilities that correspond with their gender identity. UM News 02-24-2017 false Students Prospective Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Diversity Campus false false false false true People and Community / Diversity / In the Community / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/02/drag-out-presented-by-spectrum.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/02/drag-out-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/02/drag-out-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/02/drag-out-365.jpg Drag Out 2017 Drag Out, an annual event sponsored by the student organization SpectrUM, brings attention to the LGBTQ community through a lively drag show fundraiser. Alina Zerpa 02-16-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Diversity In the Community false false false false false People and Community / In the Community / Student Affairs / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/01/um-student-leaders-engage-with-peers-from-across-the-state .html People and Community http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/01/hrl-fras-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/01/hrl-fras-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/01/hrl-fras-365x365.jpg Much like academic symposia or professional association conferences, the Florida Resident Assistant Seminar (FRAS) brings together more than 350 student resident assistants (RAs) from more than two dozen schools across the state to engage in a variety of programs designed for student participants to share ideas and best practices from their own institutions. Mike Piacentino 01-31-2017 false Students Alumni Prospective Students Student Affairs Student Engagement In the Community false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/01/um-celebrates-the-year-of-the-rooster.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/lunar-new-year-8-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/lunar-new-year-8-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/lunar-new-year-8-365.jpg Lunar New Year 2017 Lunar New Year celebration on the Lakeside Patio features themed booths, food, and performances UM News 01-31-2017 true Students Alumni Prospective Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Diversity false false false false false University / Campus / Student Affairs / Division Updates / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/stories/2017/01/new-student-housing-village.html University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/01/aerial-view-940x529.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/01/aerial-view-790x527.jpg http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/images-stories/2017/01/aerial-view-365x365.jpg With its quintessential Miami Modern living community, integrated academic and student services, flexible event and recreational spaces, and locations for retail operations all on one site, the 600,000-square-foot lakeside Student Housing Village will redefine what it means to live, learn and work at the University of Miami. Student Affairs 01-27-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Student Affairs Division Updates Student Engagement Campus false false false false true People and Community / In the Community / Social Impact / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/01/students-honor-mlk-with-a-day-of-service.html People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/mlk-day-of-service-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/mlk-day-of-service-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/mlk-day-of-service-365.jpg UM students plant vegetables in the Miami Children’s Initiative’s community garden. More than 100 UM students re-seed a community garden and package meals for needy families. UM News 01-26-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement In the Community Social Impact false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Student Affairs / Diversity and Inclusion / Student Engagement / Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/01/tunnel-of-oppression.html People and Community University https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/tunnel-lead-photo1-940x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/tunnel-lead-photo1-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/tunnel-lead-photo1-365.jpg UM’s ninth Tunnel of Oppression UM’s ninth Tunnel of Oppression, sponsored by the Butler Center for Service and Leadership, aims to create awareness around different forms of oppression. Nosa James 01-25-2017 true Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Student Engagement Includes Photo Slideshow/Gallery Diversity false false false false true Law and Politics / People and Community / Public Service / Profile Spotlight / College of Arts and Sciences / Student Affairs / Well-Being and Resiliency / Students / Alumni / Faculty/Staff / Prospective Students / Community and Fans / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/01/um-junior-selected-to-inaugural-student-advisory-board.html Law and Politics People and Community https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/stefanie-rodriguez 920x529.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/stefanie-rodriguez-790x527.jpg https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/stefanie-rodriguez-365x365.jpg stefanie-rodriguez.jpg Stefanie Rodriguez, a political science major, has been selected to the Campus Vote Project’s inaugural Student Advisory Board. Andres Tamayo 01-20-2017 false Students Alumni Faculty/Staff Prospective Students Community and Fans College of Arts and Sciences Student Affairs Well-Being and Resiliency Public Service Profile Spotlight false false false false true People and Community / University / Diversity / Student Affairs / Activities and Events / Campus Life / Students / Faculty/Staff / Community and Fans / Hide Lead Art on Interior Pages / https://news.miami.edu/stories/2017/01/um-students-host-social-justice-week.html People and Community University http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png http://news.miami.edu/studentaffairs/_assets/images/system-images/place-holder-medium.png https://news.miami.edu/_assets/images-stories/2017/01/sjw2017-facebook-profile-365.jpg This year’s programming aims to spread awareness of the various injustices that affect the campus, local, and global community. 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