Topic: College of Arts and Sciences
Biology researchers seek to protect endangered plants
Biologists Michelle Afkhami and Joshua Fowler are part of a team studying how microbes impact native plants in the imperiled Florida scrub ecosystem.
Psychology professor and team awarded $750,000 grant for autism research
The grant will help fund the research of Daniel Messinger and other scientists on autism detection in young children.
Daveed Diggs brings insight, inspiration to University of Miami students
The Tony and Emmy Award-winning actor, rapper, and singer-songwriter shared stories of his career with attendees of the “What Matters to U” event.
Students contribute to sustainability efforts on campus
From campus liaisons to interns who work in different organizations and offices at the University of Miami, these students are making a difference.
How to safely watch the 2024 solar eclipse
The April 8 solar eclipse—a spectacular show in the sky when the moon will pass in front of the sun, darkening the skies in the middle of the afternoon—is almost here. Here’s what you need to know to view it safely.
A gift for storytelling and the future of theater
Alumna Jayne Baron Sherman, an award-winning producer in theater, film, and television, is helping future generations of students tell compelling stories with a $3 million gift to the Department of Theatre Arts.
Rethinking how we live
As the ECO Agency kicks off Earth Month, student leaders reflect on the future and the importance of adopting sustainability into our everyday lives.
April guide to the arts at the U
Arts-related events for April include a student performance of “Urinetown, the musical” at the Jerry Herman Ring Theatre; the Frost Symphony Orchestra season finale featuring Beethoven’s 9th; and a student-curated Lowe exhibition highlighting multimedia works by artist Miya Ando.
Find summer camp opportunities for your child
With your child’s interests and academic goals in mind, explore a list of summer camps and programs at the University this summer.
Daniel ‘Danny’ Bishop remembered as a ‘true, bright light’
At a celebration of life ceremony, the University community mourned the passing of an impassioned student leader who uplifted others as he strove to excel.
Growing in new directions
The College of Arts and Sciences’ UGrow program for graduate students helped Alexandria Morgan find new applications for her academic skillset and a rewarding job.
El Salvador’s president pledges continued fight against gang violence
Despite the promise, civic and human rights activists question President Nayib Bukele’s strong-arm tactics that some liken to a dictator.
