Topic: School of Communication
Marvin R. Shanken, visionary publisher and University of Miami trustee, passes away
An alumnus of the Business School, Shanken transformed the wine, spirits and cigar industries through groundbreaking publications, entrepreneurial vision and a lifelong commitment to education and philanthropy.
No dream too big
Inspired by his childhood fascination with John Wayne-style Western movies, University of Miami student filmmaker Tony Romeo and his crew hauled a prefab cabin cross-country to a mountain mesa as part of the set for a modern-day shoot-’em-up.
Remembering 9/11
Commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, several University of Miami faculty and staff members shared their memories of that fateful day and how the events shifted worldviews and careers.
Guiding first-year students on their college journey
University of Miami residential faculty members and faculty fellows are excited to start the academic year helping the newest Canes find support, build community and feel at home as they begin their first year at the University.
Fall guide to the arts, humanities
Explore the University’s fall arts and humanities programming, featuring musical performances, cutting-edge theatrical premieres, thought-provoking lectures, author readings, art exhibitions and film screenings.
Building bonds through gaming
Alumnus and child therapist Justin Jacobson created a Roblox game to help kids and parents connect that just won an international award.
Can you spot fake news or images?
A University of Miami professor has developed two apps to test your knowledge in telling apart real or fake images or texts.
What is charisma?
Is it a quality that one is born with, or can it be nurtured? University of Miami professors offer their takes on this personality trait.
How Hurricane Dorian changed disaster reporting
A School of Communication study revealed that journalists who covered the 2019 tropical cyclone adapted their practices to help save lives during the storm and advocate for the marginalized in its aftermath.
An interactive approach to reading
Associate professor Anna Queiroz and her students developed a game to improve early literacy skills that set beginning readers up for success.
A Memorial Day salute
José A. Stoute, a University of Miami double alumnus, built a military medical career that included two combat tours in Iraq, studies in infectious diseases, and research on malaria vaccines.
Canes filmmakers get a taste of Hollywood
University of Miami students selected from the Canes Film Festival traveled to the City of Angels to showcase their films, attend exclusive tours, industry meetings, film screenings, and network with alumni.
