Human rights have been a major topic of focus in public discussion since the peak of the Cold War in the 1960s and 1970s. Today, countries like Cuba and Venezuela still gain media attention for their human rights abuses, making the topic relevant for the University of Miami’s diverse community. With that in mind, the “A World Without…
Wynwood Art Walk has become a staple of Miami culture. The monthly event is at the forefront of not only art, but also philanthropic initiatives. Saturday’s Art Walk will mark the second time that The Green Dream at Wynwood exhibit is displayed since it was first shown in March. The Green Dream at Wynwood is…
A Tri-Rail station is set to open at Miami International Airport (MIA) on Sunday. The station has been in construction for three years, and will replace the old MIA station that closed in 2011. As a result, the usual Tri-Rail schedule will be updated to include the additional stop. Copies of the adjusted train schedules…
As the end of the 2014-15 academic year approaches, the University of Miami welcomes a new Student Government (SG) administration. Senior Alessandria San Roman, 2014-2015 SG President who ran last spring under the ticket “Unite the U,” will step down on April 16. Junior Brianna Hathaway, who ran under the “For U” ticket, will take…
Talent aplenty thrives at the University of Miami, and the Dancing With The UMiami Stars event will give known UM students and faculty the opportunity to showcase some of their dancing abilities. Dancing With the UMiami Stars is an annual dance competition that pairs UM faculty or students with members of the Miami Ballroom Club…
Donna E. Shalala announced the creation of a “Task Force to Address Black Students’ Concerns” in February with goals to review current efforts in diversifying faculty and to assess the campus climate for black students. University of Miami students asked the administration to make a change. In December 2014, UM students organized a rally on…
The University of Miami’s William R. Butler Center for Service and Leadership’s official mission is “to serve as a catalyst in developing students who cultivate positive social change within their communities as engaged citizens.” With that in mind, the Butler Center created Canes Catalyst (CC), a group that would initially solve the problem of leadership…
As March marks Women’s History Month, University of Miami students are taking initiatives to raise awareness about women’s empowerment and gender equality. The Women’s Leadership Symposium (WLS) on Saturday will serve as a forum for insight on the topics on leadership, community and the daily challenges women face in their personal and professional lives. The symposium,…
Sophomore Beja Turner has never been taught by a black professor at the University of Miami. “I rarely see them in any of our colleges and schools on campus outside of the Africana Studies department,” said Turner, a public relations co-chair for United Black Students (UBS). “My experience on campus has shown me that there’s…
Voting for Student Government (SG) elections has officially begun and will end Wednesday at 4 p.m. In addition to choosing a new SG president, vice president and senate chairs, University of Miami students will also have the opportunity to vote “yes” or “no” for the UMiami Scientifica referendum. Scientifica Magazine is UM’s first undergraduate research magazine, and launched…
During Hurricane season, June to November, South Florida has always been prone to extreme weather. Over the years, the University of Miami’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has worked to implement services like lightning sirens to keep the UM community aware and prepared. The recent addition of WeatherSTEM, an accessible weather information system, checks off…
The University of Miami Police Department (UMPD) has implemented a variety of services on and around campus to increase safety. Some of these include safety escorts and blue light phones. Now, UMPD’s new app UGuardian will join the list. UGuardian was launched during UMPD’s 45th anniversary party on Wednesday. The app has features that facilitate a person’s…