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.
Academics, Administration, Cover, News
Student-created petition calls for pass/fail grading option, receives more than 5,500 signatures
Following the University of Miami’s decision to move online for the remainder of the spring semester, senior Anuj Shah started a petition on March 17 calling on UM to make a pass/fail grading option due to some of the issues coronavirus is causing for the student body. Less than a couple of days later, it received more than 5,000 signatures.
Administration, Coronavirus, Health, News
Amid coronavirus pandemic, UM announces extension of spring break, move to online classes
Joining over 135 other colleges and universities, the University of Miami announced in a message Thursday, March 12 that it would move to remote learning starting March 23 until April 4.
Administration, Health, News
UM confirms no known coronavirus cases at this time, but administration is remaining cautious
UM Communications stated that while the officials at the university do not believe the coronavirus poses any immediate health risk to its campuses, the administration will be taking proper precautions.
Administration, News
Female representation in UM administration increases
The 2019-2020 academic year marks the first time when both the faculty senate and board of trustees leadership comprises all women.
Administration, Community, News
Vice President for Student Affairs Pat Whitely wins ‘Woman of Distinction and Caring’ award
Plaza Health Network honors six to eight women in South Florida a year. Dr. Patricia Whitely, vice president for student affairs at the University of Miami, was honored for her contributions to UM and the South Florida community.
Administration, News, Profiles
‘American Dream’ dean Anthony Varona heads UM Law School
“This was the very first nomination that I received where I felt viscerally that I had to pursue the opportunity, one that taps all of my experience and skills.”
Administration, Campus Life, Cover, News
‘Overworked, overloaded’ janitorial staff protesting employer ABM
“The university has such little respect for the fact that we are also human beings and that we also have rights and deserve a normal life”
Administration, Campus Life, News
UM professor alleges gender discrimination, files lawsuit
This past July, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission sued the University of Miami on behalf of professor Louise Davidson-Schmich, alleging gender-pay discrimination within the political science department.
Administration, Campus Life, News
Academic Technologies to lead faculty showcase
The faculty-led conference intends to spread new ideas and technologies with the goal of enriching both faculty and student experience.
Academics, Administration, Community, News
Miami Business School to host first-ever Diversity and Inclusion Conference
Currently, there are 400 people registered for the event, comprised of students, alumni, community members, business leaders and faculty.
Administration, Community, Cover, News
President Frenk lays groundwork for UM’s future at ‘State of the U’
Frenk said that “the Roadmap to our New Century has a single guiding purpose— to make the University of Miami a beacon of understanding, prosperity and well-being that illuminates and inspires this community and the world.”