Topics: Alumni
Apply for a prestigious award or fellowship today
The University of Miami Office of Academic Enhancement invites students and recent graduates to explore nationally and internationally competitive scholarships and fellowships.
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.
Once a Cane, Always a Cane
Kimberly Manna has led global brands from Warner Bros. to Hard Rock while watching four generations of her family call the University of Miami home.
Architecture alumnus builds a global practice from Miami roots
Principal and managing partner at Choeff Levy Fischman Architecture + Design, alumnus Paul Fischman traces his path from a curious kid in Vero Beach to one of South Florida’s leading voices in Tropical Modern residential design.
Grow your career and help strengthen the Cane network
The Toppel Career Center’s Cane2Cane platform connects alumni from dozens of career fields with students who are ready to grow, and all it takes is one conversation.
Alumni marshals return to campus in a full-circle moment
During Spring 2026 Commencement, a select group of alumni marshals marched in the academic processions of the undergraduate and graduate degree ceremonies as they welcomed the newest members of the Cane family.
‘Nurture others. Nurture yourself’
Health care policy expert Steven G. Ullmann, the commencement speaker for two upper degree ceremonies on Monday, encouraged new graduates to explore, experiment, and find their passion—and to help others find theirs.
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.
