Topic: Academics
Improving the world, one idea at a time
During a conference focused on humanizing artificial intelligence, six student teams from the School of Education and Human Development pitched business ideas aimed at helping pave a better future for today’s youth.
A new kind of teaching assistant joins the AI classroom
Computer scientist Geoff Sutcliffe developed an avatar that serves as a digital teaching assistant, available 24/7 in any language.
Students play pivotal roles developing apps demoed at XR conference
Collaborating with faculty members and researchers, students helped develop and create immersive technology applications that address environmental awareness, the well-being of cancer patients, and the history of a historic Miami neighborhood.
XR conference takes a deep dive into immersive technology
With educators and experts from around the country in attendance, including Imagineers from the Walt Disney Company, the two-day conference explored the different ways extended reality is making an impact in the world.
Using science to help detect risk
The Natural Hazards and Catastrophes track in the Rosenstiel School’s Master of Professional Science program is propelling graduates into careers in insurance and risk-related fields.
Making sense of data
The Open Visualization Academy—a first-of-its-kind platform recently launched by a faculty member at the University of Miami—offers free courses on designing data-backed charts and maps to communicate information more effectively.
A ‘major steppingstone’ against Alzheimer’s
In a study that could have important implications for the future therapeutic treatment of Alzheimer’s patients, researchers at the University of Miami using a mouse model have been successful in reversing the loss of blood flow to the brain, one of the early signs of the neurodegenerative disease.
Shaping public leaders for a changing world: Q&A with Professor Cali Curley
In a recent interview, Cali Curley, associate professor and director of graduate studies, shares how the University of Miami’s online Master of Public Administration empowers emerging and mid-career public leaders across the country. From innovative teaching to a global community of practitioners, she discusses what makes the program stand out—and how students are using the online MPA to advance, pivot, and lead in meaningful ways.
A senior moment with AI
At the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Miami, retirees explore the world of artificial intelligence and the pros and cons of the new technology.
Community, pride, and big wins at the GRAMMY Awards
A sense of connection and achievement for the Frost School of Music highlighted the events surrounding the 2026 GRAMMY Awards, even as alumni and faculty earned multiple honors.
A senior moment with AI
At the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Miami, retirees explore the world of artificial intelligence and the pros and cons of the new technology.
Instructor brings theory to life in online doctoral program
An instructional designer at MIT, Luke Hobson helps doctoral students turn learning theory into real-world impact, building student-centered experiences in UOnline’s Doctor of Education, Applied Learning Sciences program.
