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The University of Miami Debate Team strives to cultivate a strong sense of community among its members through the art of debate. These passionate debaters not only sharpen their skills but also foster meaningful connections through the club’s various tournaments and meetings. From strategy sessions to cheering each other on at tournaments, this tight-knit group exemplifies the power of collaboration and camaraderie.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/05/building-community-through-debate.html


People and Community

Planting mangroves on campus

University of Miami staff and students, in collaboration with Xavier Cortada, professor of practice in the College of Arts and Sciences and Miami-Dade County's artist-in-residence, are planting mangroves on campus.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/04/planting-mangroves-on-campus.html


Research

eMerge Americas: Showcasing research excellence

University of Miami scientists and students will display innovative technologies and research during eMerge Americas 2024 at the Miami Convention Center on April 18-19. View this report for continuous updates.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/04/emerge-americas-showcasing-research-excellence.html


Arts and Humanities

A look behind the scenes

University theatre arts students take the Jerry Herman Ring Theatre stage on March 1 for “The Wolves.”

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/03/a-look-behind-the-scenes.html


People and Community

Digestible tidbits of research

During the annual Three Minute Thesis Competition, seven graduate students summed up their research projects in rapid succession.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/02/digestible-tidbits-of-research.html


Arts and Humanities

For the love of sound

Those on-screen noises you hear when watching your favorite television show—or the latest nominated film—are created behind the scenes.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/01/for-the-love-of-sound.html


People and Community

Level up your game

Whether you play solo or multiplayer looking to compete or just have fun, the University’s Video Games Club unlocks the power of community through the world of gaming.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/01/level-up-your-game.html


Research

Blimp takes flight

Aerosol scientists at the College of Engineering are taking their research beyond conventional ground-level assessments.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/01/blimp-takes-flight.html


Arts and Humanities

Assistant professor shares his acting, directing experience

Rafal Sokolowski, assistant professor of film directing for the Department of Cinematic Arts in the School of Communication, brings his acting and directing skills to teaching the art.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/assistant-professor-shares-his-acting-directing-experience.html


Academics

Chemistry pairings tickle the taste buds

In senior lecturer Leslie Knecht’s The Chemistry of Food and Taste course, students explore the science behind the chemical processes in cooking—and then get to test and taste it.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/chemistry-pairings-tickle-the-taste-buds.html


Health and Medicine

Simulation assesses UHealth’s readiness for a complex disaster

In a simulation exercise Sunday morning, a small passenger jet crashed on the University of Miami’s Medical Campus and struck a bus, prompting the collaboration of 17 local, state, and national emergency response agencies to engage in a lifesaving exercise.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/mock-drill-tests-uhealths-readiness-for-a-complex-disaster.html


Arts and Humanities

Students create documentaries in Antigua, Guatemala

Working with organizations that want to create social impact, a School of Communication course highlighted several local issues in the colonial city with the hope of creating change.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/students-create-documentaries-in-antigua-guatemala.html


Arts and Humanities

Alumna designs costumes for ‘The Threepenny Opera’

A graduate of the College of Arts and Sciences theatre arts program, Nicole “Nicky” Jescinth Smith, returns to the University to design costumes for the fall production of “The Threepenny Opera.” Smith brings her expertise as a costume designer and stylist for film, television, and theater. The musical drama will run Nov. 10–18 at the Jerry Herman Ring Theatre.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/alumna-designs-costumes-for-the-threepenny-opera.html


People and Community

Whitely takes on new role, hits the road to meet with alumni

Patricia A. Whitely, senior vice president for student affairs and alumni engagement, will now be working more closely with alumni.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/whitely-takes-on-new-role-hits-the-road-to-meet-with-alumni.html


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