As declarations of stay-at-home orders begin to rise and social distancing continues to be enforced, Zoom has become a cultural phenomenon. Many people use the app to host religious services, parties, lectures and musical shows.
Administration, Coronavirus, Cover, News
Administration’s coronavirus communication efforts stir mixed reactions
While many students praised UM for supporting students through this difficult situation, some said they wished the administration was more proactive and clear in their communications.
Health, International, News
UM reacts to growing fears of possible coronavirus pandemic
“The entire situation is heartbreaking,” said Li, a graduate student majoring in public relations.
Community, Cover, Crime and Safety, News
New Florida law to combating texting and driving
The bill signed by Governor DeSantis makes texting while driving a primary offense effective July 1, 2019, allowing law enforcement officers to pull over drivers and give a citation solely for texting behind the wheel.
Academics, Cover, News
Students raise concerns over fall finals schedule
“Everything is coming right after the other,” said Dominique. “Students should be using the break to take a breather and spend time with family, but because of the tightness of this year’s fall calendar, we’re basically forced to study and work on homework throughout the break.”
Community, News
Florida Priorities Summit to facilitate discussions on issues impacting community
“I feel that the Florida Priorities Summit will allow professionals and the public to partake in discussions on critical topics that are impacting our local community and beyond,” said Rick Hirsch, managing editor of the Miami Herald. “It’s important to encourage an open dialogue on these subjects and craft solutions.”
National News, News, Politics
Impeachment inquiry developments spark continued debate
Members of the UM community weighed in on the ongoing impeachment inquiry.
Academics, Campus Life, News
Discuss and dine for free: Venzer to host special ‘Dinner & Dialogues’ event
Ellen Venzer, the University of Miami’s judge-in-residence will be hosting a “Dinner & Dialogues” event.
Campus Life, News
Family Weekend 2019 brings parents and students together
“It’s always such a good feeling to give my mom the biggest hug after not seeing her for a while”
Community, Culture, Movies
When Christmas meets horror, ‘Santastein’ is born
Recent UM graduates Benjamin Edelman and Manuel Camilion have merged both horror and Christmas genres to create “Santastein,” a feature film about a Santa Claus-Frankenstein figure.