U.S. News ranking does not reflect UM’s true standing
On Sept. 12, U.S. News & World Report released its annual rankings of the top colleges and universities in the nation. Most schools rarely move more than a few spaces up or down, but last year something remarkable occurred: The University of Miami jumped eight spots to No. 38. After spending the better part of the...
Looking Back: What has UM done for you this year?
What has UM done for you personally and academically this academic year? What does UM mean to you? Junior Tiffany Ford: UM has opened its doors for me. I didn’t realize how many resources were available for me to use freely on campus and now is when I’m finally taking advantage of them. We have so...
Tunnel aims to challenge views of current issues
Tunnel of Oppression seeks to challenge people’s thoughts and perceptions on issues dealing with oppression and hatred. Before entering the Tunnel, individuals hear and read a disclaimer. “The experience is not intended to offend or bring about tension,” it states. “The Tunnel is meant to be an educational experience and the views expressed in the...
Honors program should offer diverse courses
Students at UM have endless academic opportunities. And our options are growing each semester. But in the University Honors program, I see room for improvement. To graduate with honors, students in the program need to complete 24 honors credits, which is an average of one honors course each semester. However, with such sparse honors offerings,...
Unknown spots for students to study, relax on campus
Many students are probably familiar with the ins and outs of the University of Miami campus. We’ve found short cuts to help us avoid being late, and establish our favorite hangouts and study spots. However, there are two places on campus that most students either don’t know about or just don’t go to. One place...
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