Academics

University of Miami alumna Daisy Hernández is the author of the book “The Kissing Bug: A True Story of a Family, an Insect, and a Nation’s Neglect of a Deadly Disease.”

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/one-book-one-u-shares-poignant-stories.html


Student startups are propelled by USTAAR funding

The University Student Startup Accelerator invested $500,000 in seven student teams at the recent pitch competition, with four teams receiving $100,000 each.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/student-startups-are-propelled-by-ustaar-funding.html

Student startups are propelled by USTAAR funding

The University Student Startup Accelerator invested $500,000 in seven student teams at the recent pitch competition, with four teams receiving $100,000 each.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/student-startups-are-propelled-by-ustaar-funding.html

Student startups are propelled by USTAAR funding

The University Student Startup Accelerator invested $500,000 in seven student teams at the recent pitch competition, with four teams receiving $100,000 each.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/student-startups-are-propelled-by-ustaar-funding.html

Student startups are propelled by USTAAR funding

The University Student Startup Accelerator invested $500,000 in seven student teams at the recent pitch competition, with four teams receiving $100,000 each.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/student-startups-are-propelled-by-ustaar-funding.html


Hurricane impacts on mosquito populations

University of Miami health geographer Imelda Moise led a study that found mosquito populations in Miami-Dade County increased dramatically after Hurricane Irma.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/09/hurricane-impacts-on-mosquito-populations.html

Hurricane impacts on mosquito populations

University of Miami health geographer Imelda Moise led a study that found mosquito populations in Miami-Dade County increased dramatically after Hurricane Irma.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/09/hurricane-impacts-on-mosquito-populations.html

Hurricane impacts on mosquito populations

University of Miami health geographer Imelda Moise led a study that found mosquito populations in Miami-Dade County increased dramatically after Hurricane Irma.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/09/hurricane-impacts-on-mosquito-populations.html


Faculty Senate plays a key role in the University

The 51-member Faculty Senate represents all of the institution’s schools and colleges and shares governance of the University.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/09/faculty-senate-plays-a-key-role-in-the-university.html

Faculty Senate plays a key role in the University

The 51-member Faculty Senate represents all of the institution’s schools and colleges and shares governance of the University.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/09/faculty-senate-plays-a-key-role-in-the-university.html


Welcoming students to a new reality

A new application for students offered through First Year Directions classes at the University of Miami gives them a chance to experience unique campus activities virtually.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/09/welcoming-students-to-a-new-reality.html

Welcoming students to a new reality

A new application for students offered through First Year Directions classes at the University of Miami gives them a chance to experience unique campus activities virtually.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/09/welcoming-students-to-a-new-reality.html


Bringing research to the forefront

Dr. Maria Alcaide started her career at the University as an infectious disease physician and has since built a strong research portfolio. She was tapped to be the interim vice provost for research and scholarship.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/09/bringing-research-to-the-forefront.html

Bringing research to the forefront

Dr. Maria Alcaide started her career at the University as an infectious disease physician and has since built a strong research portfolio. She was tapped to be the interim vice provost for research and scholarship.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/09/bringing-research-to-the-forefront.html


Increasing access to academic support

The new Center for Academic Navigation and Success aims to reduce wait times so that all undergraduate students can get academic guidance on demand.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/08/increasing-access-to-academic-support.html


Research experience draws students from near and far

Dozens of undergraduate students, including many from other institutions, recently wrapped up a 10-week summer research experience in labs across the University of Miami.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/07/research-experience-draws-students-from-near-and-far.html


First Star Academy builds confidence and careers

Guided by University faculty and alumni, a cohort of youths impacted by foster care is strengthening academic skills and thriving as part of their summer residency learning experience.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/07/first-star-academy-builds-confidence-and-careers.html



What’s in the sludge? This intern seeks to know.

Together with a cohort of students from around the country, Jessica Jarratt is interning in a marine science laboratory in Virginia, quantifying and characterizing microplastics in biosolids.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/07/whats-in-the-sludge.html

What’s in the sludge? This intern seeks to know.

Together with a cohort of students from around the country, Jessica Jarratt is interning in a marine science laboratory in Virginia, quantifying and characterizing microplastics in biosolids.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/07/whats-in-the-sludge.html


Enhancing the work of journalists

Two School of Communication graduate students received microgrants from the Graduate School that will allow them to gather data for their theses.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/06/enhancing-the-work-of-journalists.html

Enhancing the work of journalists

Two School of Communication graduate students received microgrants from the Graduate School that will allow them to gather data for their theses.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/06/enhancing-the-work-of-journalists.html



New group of University scholars join Bouchet Honor Society

Based at Yale University, the organization honors faculty members and students who identify as part of an underrepresented community, or whose research focuses on underserved communities.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/06/new-group-of-university-scholars-join-bouchet-honor-society.html

New group of University scholars join Bouchet Honor Society

Based at Yale University, the organization honors faculty members and students who identify as part of an underrepresented community, or whose research focuses on underserved communities.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/06/new-group-of-university-scholars-join-bouchet-honor-society.html


Students’ vision for a greener future

A civically engaged course offered through the Abess Center challenged students to explore strategies to reduce waste in South Florida.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/05/students-vision-for-a-greener-future.html

Students’ vision for a greener future

A civically engaged course offered through the Abess Center challenged students to explore strategies to reduce waste in South Florida.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/05/students-vision-for-a-greener-future.html



For award-winning professor, enthusiasm matters most

Rafael I. Nepomechie, recipient of the University of Miami 2023–2024 Outstanding Teaching Award, strives to impart his fascination for the world of physics with students.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/05/for-award-winning-professor-enthusiasm-matters-most.html

For award-winning professor, enthusiasm matters most

Rafael I. Nepomechie, recipient of the University of Miami 2023–2024 Outstanding Teaching Award, strives to impart his fascination for the world of physics with students.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/05/for-award-winning-professor-enthusiasm-matters-most.html


Graduates celebrate with family and friends

Students posed for photos, danced, and celebrated with family and friends after the University’s commencement ceremonies on Friday.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/05/graduates-celebrate-with-family-and-friends.html

Graduates celebrate with family and friends

Students posed for photos, danced, and celebrated with family and friends after the University’s commencement ceremonies on Friday.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/05/graduates-celebrate-with-family-and-friends.html


Celebrating the achievements of the newest legal minds

Graduates from the School of Law were treated to an inspiring commencement ceremony, as the speakers delivered powerful life lessons designed to motivate and uplift law school graduates.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/05/celebrating-the-achievements-of-the-newest-legal-minds.html

Celebrating the achievements of the newest legal minds

Graduates from the School of Law were treated to an inspiring commencement ceremony, as the speakers delivered powerful life lessons designed to motivate and uplift law school graduates.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/05/celebrating-the-achievements-of-the-newest-legal-minds.html


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