Topic: Social Impact
Reading: An act of empathy
As National Reading Month kicks off, faculty and staff highlight their favorite books and celebrate the magic of reading—especially novels and longer forms—to convey a shared sense of humanity and bridge divisiveness.
Test scores in math and reading fall in public schools
Two School of Education and Human Development faculty members offer reasons for the decline in scores on tests administered by the National Assessment of Educational Progress.
Test scores in math and reading fall in public schools
Two School of Education and Human Development faculty members offer reasons for the decline in scores on tests administered by the National Assessment of Educational Progress.
‘Hope and possibility’ for the future
Through boots-on-the-ground research and interaction with Indigenous peoples, University of Miami alumna Alizé Carrère is raising awareness about the importance of adapting to a changing environment.
Can artificial intelligence fool you?
Two University of Miami School of Communication faculty members share ways to discern AI-generated images.
The benefits of speaking multiple languages
New psychology research indicates that multilingual children may have enhanced executive function and perspective taking skills.
Miami Dream Day of Service 2025
Miami Dream Day of Service, presented by the Butler Center, is an annual student-run program that brings the community together through service across Miami-Dade County.
Sparking a love of science
Through the BioReach program, faculty and graduate students from the Department of Biology are inspiring future scientists at local elementary and middle schools.
University of Miami joins UN Habitat Network to advance sustainable urban development
Assistant professor Sarbeswar Praharaj’s efforts have led to the University of Miami’s recognition as a member of the UN Habitat University Network, fostering global collaboration in sustainable urban development.
Cultivating hope in uncertain times
A University of Miami psychologist outlines strategies that help us rebalance, find a spark of joy, and restore a sense of hopefulness when life’s inevitable blue notes are sounding.
Battling dementia: Unraveling the mysteries of Alzheimer’s
Armed with a $3.4 million grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a team of University of Miami scientists is studying the role of the immune system in the progression of dementia-related illnesses.
Contrasting views of ‘American frontierism’
With a boost from AI, new research of Native and non-Native writers crystallizes unique perceptions of “the frontier” portrayal of American history.
