While campus ministries have physically closed their doors, many are still using this time to find new ways to serve and connect with their students.
News, Student Government
Virtual Student Government Inauguration welcomes new leaders via Zoom
The inductees, wearing suits and dresses, appeared on a checkerboard of mini screens and all in unison raised their hands in front of digital backgrounds reading “Student Government Inauguration” and recited their oaths of office.
Coronavirus, Cover, Health, News, Politics
Rep. Donna Shalala offers her take on coronavirus pandemic
Congresswoman Donna Shalala, a public health expert herself, has been outspoken during the coronavirus pandemic, calling for better leadership from President Donald Trump, as well as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Cover, News, Profiles, Student Government
UM junior breaks gender, race barriers in student government
Three years ago, Abigail Adeleke joined student government as part of an inside joke amongst her closest friends. On April 7, she will officially take office as the first black student government president since 2015 as part of the University of Miami’s first all-female executive branch.
Coronavirus, Cover, International, News
Students hurry back from UGalapagos program after Ecuador closes its borders
With 72 hours to evacuate, students in the UGalapagos program scrambled to book the last flights out of Ecuador, as the nation shut its borders due to coronavirus concerns.
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.
Blogs, Canes Covering Coronavirus, Coronavirus, News
Introducing The Hurricane’s newest blog: ‘Canes Covering Coronavirus’
The Miami Hurricane staff isn’t taking a break during quarantine. In fact, we think it’s more important than ever to double down on our passions for quality journalism and unique storytelling.
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.
Community, Cover, Health, News
First reported UM student tests positive for coronavirus
The first reported student at the University of Miami has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to an email sent out on Saturday, March 21 by University Communications.
Academics, Coronavirus, Cover, News
UM announces changes to commencement schedule
The University of Miami announced Thursday morning that all spring undergraduate, graduate and law commencement ceremonies will be postponed until December 2020 due to the coronavirus outbreak. The Miller School of Medicine will host a virtual commencement ceremony Saturday, May 9, 2020, at 3 p.m. EST.
Coronavirus, Cover, Health, News
Member of medical campus community tests positive for coronavirus
University Communications sent out an email Tuesday night informing students that a member of the medical campus community has tested positive for coronavirus.
Academics, Coronavirus, Cover, Housing, News
All classes to move online for remainder of semester, housing to close
The University of Miami announced Tuesday morning that all classes will be conducted online for the remainder of the semester. Additionally, on-campus housing will partially close March 25, with limited exceptions for students who are unable to return home or cannot find housing off campus.