Topics: Alumni
Padel fever hits the U
Padel’s popularity is surging on campus and throughout Miami, where a trio of entrepreneurial University of Miami alumni are building covered courts in nearby Coconut Grove.
Brewing Miami’s story
A proud alumnus, Carlos Padron shares how his hometown, its community, and his time at the University of Miami helped shape his path as an entrepreneur and the creation of The Tank Brewing Co.
Leveling up: Omar Soliman’s video-game approach to entrepreneurship
Omar Soliman, B.B.A. ’04, turned a summer side gig into the multimillion-dollar franchise College Hunks Hauling Junk. In this Q&A, he offers a roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs as they navigate the early “levels” of building a business.
From recovery to advocacy: expanding access to aphasia care
With 2 million Americans living with aphasia and a new stroke occurring every 40 seconds, the need for accessible treatment is growing. Through the nonprofit, Aphasia Relearned, alumna Leah Archer and co-founder Kent Emry are funding access to research-backed intensive speech therapy, helping stroke survivors reconnect through communication and community.
University of Miami alumnus embarks on ‘the honor of a lifetime’
Bernardo “Bernie” Navarro, the new U.S. ambassador to Peru, credits a stranger’s kindness with opening the door to his University of Miami education, laying the foundation for his successful career.
A look back at the Cotton Bowl
The Miami Hurricanes advanced to the College Football Playoff semifinal with a 24-14 victory over Ohio State. Relive the sights and sounds of a memorable New Year's Eve.
Canes alumni hope to turn Dallas orange and green
Alumni and fans across the nation are heading to Dallas for New Year’s Eve to attend the Cotton Bowl. Learn more about the festivities and watch parties below.
Books for the holidays from alumni and friends
From accounts of creating the house of a lifetime or uniting a company around a culture of wow to spellbinding thrillers and great beach reads, alumni, students, and friends of the U have compelling stories to tell. This holiday season, give the gift of reading with these recent titles.