Topics: Alumni
Special Report: Commencement 2026
Commencement will take place from May 7 through May 11, with eight ceremonies planned to celebrate more than 4,600 new graduates from the University of Miami. Get more details about the events, read about the special guest speakers, and follow for updated coverage and profiles of some of the graduating students.
Commencement speaker preview
Five distinguished individuals will take the stage during Spring 2026 Commencement exercises honoring baccalaureates, doctoral and master’s degree recipients, and law and medical graduates.
Four Miller School alumni honored at 2026 Medical Alumni Awards
From scientific discovery and global health leadership to public policy and patient advocacy, the 2026 Medical Alumni Award honorees reflect the lasting impact of Miller School alumni.
From Miami to Milan: Alumnus safeguards Team USA on Olympic stage
Luke Fisher, B.A. ’12, turned a global upbringing and University of Miami education into a career with the U.S. Department of State, culminating in his role protecting Team USA at the Milan Winter Olympics.
A fond farewell to Mahoney and Pearson
More than six decades after their doors opened, Mahoney and Pearson Residential Colleges are being demolished this summer. Earlier this month, students, alumni, and friends gathered to honor the memories, milestones, and community moments that have shaped Mahoney and Pearson over the years.
Finding yourself in the turbulence
From Miami's musical theater conservatory to a thriving psychotherapy practice in Chicago, Jennifer Coren Milgrom, B.A. ’17, has built a career helping people navigate the unscripted chaos of post-college life.
Three siblings, one shared stage
A trio of theater alumni, each with successful careers on Broadway and TV and in films and theater, turn their individual talents into artistic collaborations on stage.
Advancing public health education for a changing workforce
Since its launch in 2024, the Miller School's online master of public health degree program has offered personalized instruction and mentorship, practical experience, and the opportunity to collaborate with local and global public health organizations. University of Miami alumni are eligible for a significant tuition discount.