Topic: Alumni
Gratitude for recognition and a life making music
As he celebrates his latest Emmy nomination, for HBO’s “Hacks,” media composer and Frost School professor Carlos Rafael Rivera reflects on lessons learned and the power of music in storytelling.
An emotional celebration to support the next generation of Latin music creators
The Frost School of Music continued building its relationship with the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, announcing new scholarships at a ceremony at the Knight Center for Music Innovation that also showcased the school’s deep relationship with the Latin music industry.
A young artist criss-crossing the globe
Classical pianist and Frost School student Victoria Wong’s combination of prodigious talent and determination has taken her far—most recently to performances in China and England.
The legacy of Shane McGee
Through the Shane McGee Memorial Football Endowed Scholarship, Bob and Connie McGee honor their son’s joyful spirit and, in the process, help generations of University of Miami student-athletes pursue their dreams of higher education.
Amaka Ubaka on telling stories that matter
Award-winning journalist Amaka Ubaka, B.S.C. ’09, is using her voice to elevate others and tell stories that make a difference.
Netflix's ‘Million Dollar Secret’ winner tells all
Q&A with Nick Pellecchia, B.B.A. ’21, on risk, resilience, and the million-dollar secret to his success.
School of Nursing and Health Studies Celebrates 170 Advanced Practice Graduates at Summer Pinning and Awards Ceremony
The University of Miami's School of Nursing and Health Studies honored 170 graduates entering the next chapter of their nursing careers. The 2026 annual Summer Awards and Pinning Ceremony celebrated academic excellence, compassionate care, and the nursing profession's growing leadership role in transforming health care.
Impactful summer experiences
On National Intern Day, read about the experiences of three undergraduate students who are spending their summer at some of their ideal workplaces.
Students, parents give new simulation experience an A+
High schoolers got inspired about future health care careers during an inaugural summer program presented by S.H.A.R.E. Simulation Hospital Advancing Research & Education® and the School of Nursing and Health Studies.
In Memoriam: Dean Eaves
Alumnus Dean Eaves, a longtime music teacher and bandleader, was beloved by a host of students, friends, and colleagues in the South Florida music education and band community.
Building bonds through gaming
Alumnus and child therapist Justin Jacobson created a Roblox game to help kids and parents connect that just won an international award.
A pioneer on the AI legal frontier
The Miami Law and AI Lab, an interdisciplinary work team, is researching and developing tools to improve efficiencies across the legal domain and educating a new generation of lawyers on the ways that AI is impacting the profession.
