Topic: People and Community
Fostering Inclusive Mentorship: Building a Community of Practice for Mentors and Mentees
A blog post written by Associate Dean for Digital Strategies and Scholarly Communication Liz Gushee, as featured by the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries.
Discovering the benefits of a plant-based diet
The scientific evidence behind plant-forward nutrition took center stage last week as two guest speakers led a lunch-and-learn at the University organized by the Plant-Based Canes.
Cycling for Cancer Research: Halftime Hustle
The sixth annual Cycle Sesh fundraiser raises awareness for cancer research in partnership with Team Hurricanes for the Dolphins Cancer Challenge. This year, the rides will be themed to halftime shows of the past and present.
Understanding the many uses of humor
A new study by a School of Communication professor examines different approaches to humor and their impact on people.
Students play pivotal roles developing apps demoed at XR conference
Collaborating with faculty members and researchers, students helped develop and create immersive technology applications that address environmental awareness, the well-being of cancer patients, and the history of a historic Miami neighborhood.
XR conference takes a deep dive into immersive technology
With educators and experts from around the country in attendance, including Imagineers from the Walt Disney Company, the two-day conference explored the different ways extended reality is making an impact in the world.
Optimizing the operating room
Industrial engineering students use optimization models to support surgery team planning.
Edible creations in plain view
Take a front-row seat at the bakery in Centennial Village Dining Hall, where fresh desserts are made daily to satisfy every sweet tooth.
Shaping the next century of impact at the University of Miami
The Future Is Now tour recently wrapped up in Los Angeles and New York, uniting all Canes in honoring the U’s legacy and answering the call to shape what’s next.
Love stories at the U
From kickoff kisses and library study sessions to fire drills, fraternity steps, and scholarship weekends, these stories trace how the University of Miami has quietly played matchmaker for generations.
In Memoriam: Thelma Vernell Anderson Gibson
Iconic nurse and guiding light of the Thelma Gibson Health Initiative leaves legacy of community leadership and civic engagement.
The Future Is Now tour wraps up in NYC
Nearly 350 alumni gathered in New York City for the final stop of the University of Miami Alumni Association’s The Future Is Now tour, celebrating the institution’s centennial momentum and bold vision for the next century.
