As is the tradition at UM, in preparation for the fall semester, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting many of the newest members of our Canes family. During kick-off events, we welcomed more than 2,800 new students to the University of Miami.
Frenk, Opinion
President Frenk on maintaining hope
As we prepare to bid farewell to the Class of 2019, it is hard to believe it has been a year since I began communicating with Canes through “Frenkly Speaking.” As I noted in my very first column, April marks an exciting time on campus.
Frenkly Speaking, Opinion
President Frenk on new beginnings and finishing strong
Spring has long been celebrated as a season of renewal. Part of the renewal of spring lies in its potential. It is the time to plant what we will later reap. This is as true for ideas as it is for flowers and vegetable gardens.
Opinion
Democracy in action: voting is a fundamental expression of citizenship
Although you will not be voting for president this time around, your vote is still extremely important.
Opinion
‘More to do’ in effort to increase LGBTQ inclusivity
Dear University of Miami Family, As we continue to define what it means to be a truly inclusive campus, we recognize that gender identity and sexual orientation are key components of diversity. At my Town Hall meeting three months ago and in subsequent conversations during my 100-day listening exercise, it has become abundantly clear that…
Opinion
Campus committed to tackling diversity challenges
Dear University of Miami Family, Universities command powerful resources at our very core — education, research and the ability to convene the kinds of conversations that can transform the world. Universities can also serve as models for society and lead the way toward enlightened change. The University of Miami, like many colleges and universities across…