Show your UM Pride this Homecoming!  Join The Department of Auxiliary Services, Logo Licensing, for the 2nd Annual Canes Spirit Day to be held Friday, October 19, 2012.  The goal of Canes Spirit Day is to celebrate and promote the traditions and excellence of the University of Miami.  This fun filled day will bring the campuses and community to life, build camaraderie as we all share our enthusiasm and support for the University, our academic and athletic programs. Follow us on Facebook Canes Spirit Day

This year Canes Spirit Day is hosting the creation of “The Biggest U” !  What is the Biggest U?  Students, Faculty, Staff , Alumni,  along with Sebastian and the Band of the Hour will all gather on October 19th at noon on The Edward T. Foote II University Green to form one of the most grandiose U’s of all time.  It is an absolute ‘sure fire’ way of ending up in the Ibis Yearbook - -  We want you there!  Show up and be immortalized into Hurricane folklore forever.
The Biggest U - Flyer

Canes Spirit Day - Proclamation
Coral Gables Campus - Canes Spirit Day Program
Medical Campus - Canes Spirit Day Program
RSMAS Campus - Canes Spirit Day Program

Canes Spirit Day Photo Contest – Enter your best personal or department UM spirit photo for a chance to win great prizes.  Wear your best UM gear; be creative!  Deadline to submit photo is October 22, 2012 at 5:00pm.  Winners will be notified by email. Winning photos will be displayed on this web page and during the November 1st UM vs. Virginia Tech football game. Please include in the Subject line if you are Student, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, or your Group Name.
Canes Spirit Day Photo Contest - Flyer

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2012 Winners:
Best Student Organization/Group Photo- a catered lunch for up to 20 people.
USAP Student Group Winner
Best Department Team Photo- a catered lunch for up to 20 people. (Tie for First!)
Wellness Center Department Winner
College of Engineering Department WInner
Best Spirit Photo Student - $75 gift certificate UM Bookstore
Christine Pao Student Winner
Runner up Student - $25 gift certificate AllCanes
Curtis Nanney Student Runner up
Best Spirit Photo Staff - $75 gift certificate UM Bookstore. (3 Way Tie for First!)
Elena Fajardo Staff Winner
Dorothy Lewis Staff Winner
Monica Inguanzo Staff Winner
Runner up Staff - $25 gift certificate AllCanes
Trenna Dixon Staff Runner up
Best Spirit Photo Alumni - $75 gift certificate UM Bookstore
Edith Candelaria Alumni Winner
Runner up Alumni - $25 gift certificate AllCanes
Susan Montes Alumni Runner up

Last years winners
Student Group Photo Winner
Employee Group Photo Winner
Student 1st Place Photo
Student 2nd Place Photo
Staff 1st Place Photo
Staff 2nd Place Photo
Alumni 1st Place Photo
Alumni 2nd Place Photo

Promotions:
AllCanes offering 20% off on October 19th with a Cane Card and mention of Canes Spirit Day.

Sponsors:
Many Thanks to all our sponsors, University of Miami Bookstore, AllCanes, Chartwells, & Coke Cola.

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