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University of Miami honors late student with scholarship in his name
New scholarship honors the life of late MBA student Cameron Moore.
Supporting the next generation of atmospheric scientists
As a member of the Rosenstiel School faculty, Sharanya Majumdar has been supported by mentors and colleagues and energized by students as he pursued research and discovery in the atmospheric sciences. His planned gift will help future generations of Rosenstiel Ph.D. students do the same.
Miami Herbert professor is making an impact in the classroom and competition
Stephen Cerrone’s generous support of Hurricane women's athletics, particularly the rowing team, and mentorship highlight the power of trust, teamwork and impact in shaping future leaders.
Health tech startup wins engineering pitch competition
The Rothberg Catalyzer Fund, made possible through the generosity of Jonathan Rothberg, advances engineering student entrepreneurship at the University of Miami.
Turning gratitude into impact
Fernando Mendoza, Miami native and top pick in the 2026 NFL draft, and his family have launched the Mendoza Family Fund in partnership with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, to support MS research at UHealth and the Miller School of Medicine.
School of Law receives historic gift in centennial year
With a transformational gift to establish a business law program, alumnus Demetrio J. Pérez, honors his family’s legacy of expanding access to education, elevates the School of Law as a leader in business law, and leaves a lasting impact on the community and legal education.
Shaping a more resilient future
Since its launch in April 2022, made possible through philanthropic support from Eric T. Levin, the Climate Resilience Institute has forged a powerful interdisciplinary network across the University of Miami and with external partners to help communities build resilience to climate shocks and stresses.
Developer seeds scholarship fund for future builders
Ricardo Caporal has created an innovative endowed scholarship model through which new development projects in South Florida can help educate the next generation of responsible real estate professionals.
A double miracle: How a life‑saving neurosurgery led to an endowed chair at UHealth
The Codina Kadre Endowed Chair in Neurological Surgery honors Dr. Robert Starke’s lifesaving care, pioneering cerebrovascular innovation and commitment to advancing outcomes for patients with complex neurological disease.
From lifelong dream to legacy
After decades of devotion to the Hurricanes, Mark and Lisa Gallo are investing in future University of Miami students.
Students get a boost to expand their businesses
The third annual USTAAR Pitch Competition awarded $100,000 each to five promising student teams for their ingenious startup ideas and potential.
Scholarship opens doors in finance and tech
The Schonfeld Scholars program helped Sophia Knutson launch her career as a business analyst.
