Outstanding UM Grad Continues Research in Southeast Asia

November 20, 2009 – UM grad wins fulbright scholarship to study agricultural development in laos

Super Lawyers Magazine Ranks School of Law 20th in Nation

November 18, 2009 – The University of Miami’s School of Law has been ranked No. 20 in the nation by Super Lawyers magazine.

Rethinking Sexism: A Daughter-Father Team Examines How Society Maintains the Status Quo

November 12, 2009 – A researcher from UM and his daughter explore the role of men and women in maintaining the gender hierarchy in society.

Improving Security with Face Recognition Technology

November 10, 2009 – UM engineer presents novel methods for 3-D face recognition and for ear and face biometric systems.

UM Professor’s Research Suggests Deep Creep Means Milder, More Frequent Earthquakes

November 09, 2009 – With an average of four mini-earthquakes per day, Southern California’s San Jacinto fault constantly adjusts to make it a less likely candidate for a…

The Launch Pad’s Global Entrepreneurship Week Opens With UFC President Dana White

November 09, 2009 – The Launch Pad, the University of Miami’s interdisciplinary entrepreneurship resource center based at the Toppel Career Center, marks Global Entrepreneurship…

Everything You Need to Know about Credit Cards

November 09, 2009 – The Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) is sponsoring a valuable seminar for those interested in developing a greater understanding of the power…

New Study in ‘Geology’ Identifies Active Magma Systems in East Africa

November 06, 2009 – Images compiled over a decade provide insights on geothermal energy sources.

Knight Center’s Annual Fall Lecture Focuses On Evolution of Journalism and Technology

November 03, 2009 – The Knight Center for International Media at the University of Miami School of Communication presents its second annual fall lecture titled, “Y Tweets…

Jacory Harris a Semifinalist for The O’Brien

October 27, 2009 – The prestigious award honors the nation’s top college quarterback

Sponsored Programs Roundtable: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Research Teams

October 23, 2009 – Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) help to ensure compliance, control, and consistency in the conduct of clinical trials. Johanna Stamates, associate…

Approved retirement vendors to visit in November

October 23, 2009 – Four of the University of Miami’s approved retirement vendors will visit in November to help with financial questions about your retirement plan. Employees…

Kenneth Broad To Lead Multidisciplinary Abess Center

October 08, 2009 – Environmental anthropologist and National Geographic Society Emerging Explorer appointed.

Gene Team: Researchers Make Key Gene Discovery

October 08, 2009 – Miller School researchers identify family of genes that may control optic nerve’s ability to regenerate.

UM Receives Charity Navigator’s 4-Star Rating

October 07, 2009 – For the ninth year in a row, UM has been awarded a top score for sound fiscal management.

Kauffman Foundation Grant Strengthens The Launch Pad

October 02, 2009 – The foundation award will help sustain and grow UM's unique career center program.

Anonymous Donor’s Gift Endows Patricia A. Whitely Student Emergency Fund

October 01, 2009 – A $200,000 donation from an anonymous donor names the Patricia A. Whitely Student Emergency Fund

A special emergency fund created to help…

Rosabeth Moss Kanter to Speak at UM

September 30, 2009 – Celebrated book author and Harvard professor visits October 9.

Update on Seasonal Flu Vaccinations and H1N1

September 25, 2009 –

Due to a positive response to our promotional efforts and nationwide challenges with the supply and distribution of the seasonal flu vaccine, the University’s…

Well ’Canes Wellness Programs

September 25, 2009 – Whether you are seeking to become more active, lose weight, quit smoking, reduce stress or just stay fit, the resources offered to you through Well ’Canes…

Approved retirement vendors visit in October

September 25, 2009 – Two of UM’s approved retirement vendors will visit in October to help with financial questions about your retirement plan. Employees are encouraged…

UM Names New Vice President for Human Resources

September 25, 2009 – Morris has more than 20 years of human resources experience with the Ford Motor Company.

Amelia Maguire to Lead External Affairs at School of Business Administration

September 23, 2009 – The University of Miami School of Business Administration today announced the appointment of Amelia (Mel) Rea Maguire as associate dean for external affairs.…

Henry Mancini Institute Comes to UM

September 23, 2009 – After ten years in Los Angeles, the institute is now embedded within the Frost School of Music's curriculum.

UM Inaugurates Center for the Humanities

September 23, 2009 – College of Arts and Sciences establishes South Florida’s first Center for the Humanities.

UM Establishes Nation’s First Therapeutic Jurisprudence Center

September 22, 2009 – The center will play a significant role in identifying the practical insights of law and psychology.

New Law School Clinic To Help Immigrants

September 21, 2009 – The School of Law at the University of Miami has launched an ambitious immigration clinic in which students will represent low-income immigrants in South…

School of Business Administration Welcomes New Faculty

September 14, 2009 – The University of Miami School of Business Administration has announced five new faculty appointments that further distinguish the School as a leader in…

Take me out to the ballpark

September 12, 2009 – Thousands of UM employees and their families attend the largest-ever Family Night with the Marlins

Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce Taps President Shalala for Board of Directors

September 11, 2009 – The partnership includes arranging internships for UM students and working with procurement for the University.

Approved retirement vendors visit in September

September 09, 2009 –

Do you have financial questions about your retirement plan? If so, the following approved retirement vendors will be here in September to answer your…

Sponsored Programs Quarterly Meeting

September 09, 2009 – University of Miami faculty, administrators, and staff are invited to attend the Sponsored Programs Quarterly Meeting, which will cover such topics as…

Free computer software training in September

September 09, 2009 –

The End User Support group offers free software training to University of Miami employees. Courses include Microsoft’s Office applications such as…

Total Compensation Statements Available on myUM

September 02, 2009 – The 2008 Total Compensation Statement is available online

UM Ranked Among Best in Hispanic Business Magazine Rankings

September 02, 2009 – Three University graduate schools have been ranked among the top ten U.S. schools for Hispanic students.

Nursing Professor Selected for the Institute of Medicine/Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Initiative

August 28, 2009 – Gonzalez-Guarda joins a committee of national experts in health care to identify nurse-led solutions to health care access, cost and quality care

Weight Watchers at Work Sessions

August 26, 2009 – As part of Well ’Canes, the University offers a 12-week Weight Watchers at Work program. The cornerstone…

Be Smoke Free

August 26, 2009 – If you or a member of your family is a smoker, the Be Smoke Free program can help. The program combines the best evidence-based treatments: such as Chantix…

Retirement Vendors to Visit in September

August 26, 2009 –

All five of UM’s approved retirement vendors are slated for September visits to help with financial questions about your retirement plan. Employees…

Non-Credit Business Certificates Information Session Offered

August 26, 2009 – Build communication and job skills with one of UM’s non-credit business certificates:

* Business Communication: Improve written and…

Reaching You Before and after a Hurricane: Update and Maintain Your Online Information

August 26, 2009 – With hurricane season upon us, all members of the UM community are urged to take steps to ensure that the University can communicate with you in case

Sports Illustrated cover article chronicles Marc Buoniconti’s story

August 21, 2009 – The work of The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis is receiving extraordinary national publicity through the latest issue of Sports Illustrated.

UM Cracks Top Tier in U.S. News & World Report Rankings

August 20, 2009 – Latest move makes the University one of the fastest-rising institutions over the past eight years.

Image Location on Packaging Affects Consumer Perceptions of the Product Within

August 19, 2009 – New Study from University of Miami School of Business

UM Launches Well ‘Canes

August 18, 2009 – University of Miami initiative brings employee programs together for wellness education, prevention, and fitness.

Scientists Refine, Redefine Seawater Equation

July 31, 2009 – UNESCO approves global team’s tweaks to equation for improved climate projections. UM professor Frank Millero among scientists responsible.

Retirement vendors visit UM this month

July 31, 2009 – Four of the University of Miami’s approved retirement vendors will visit the University in August to help with financial questions about your retirement…

Graber Named UM Rosenstiel School Associate Dean for Infrastructure and Executive Director of CSTARS

July 30, 2009 – The University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science announced that Dr. Hans C. Graber will serve as associate dean for Infrastructure…

UM Nurse Selected for Prestigious National Fellowship

July 28, 2009 – A national fellowship program focused on expanding the role of nurses in the U.S. health care system has been awarded to Elias Provencio-Vasquez.

UM Gets Green Light for Executive M.B.A. Program in Puerto Rico

July 23, 2009 – The School of Business Administration will deliver its E.M.B.A. program in the commonwealth.

Fourth Annual UM Family Night with the Marlins Set for September 12

July 20, 2009 – Last year’s event attracted 17,000 UM employees and family members—and this year’s event promises to be even more spectacular.

Nursery Program for Corals Receives Boost From NOAA

July 02, 2009 – Stimulus funding to greatly expand reef restoration efforts in Florida and U.S. Virgin Islands

Miller School Names Chair of Pathology

June 29, 2009 – Richard J. Cote a nationally recognized expert on the cellular and molecular markers of tumor progression

Bascom Palmer Gets New Leadership

June 29, 2009 – Eduardo C. Alfonso is known for his clinical expertise and research in eye diseases, corneal surgery, and ocular microbiology

New benefits update on health care, UM Wellness Programs, and more

June 29, 2009 – In a recent letter sent to all UM faculty and staff, Joe Natoli, senior vice president for business and finance and chief financial officer, discussed…

Be Smoke Free

June 29, 2009 – If you or a member of your family is a smoker, the Be Smoke Free program can help. The program combines the best evidence-based treatments–such as Chantix…

Free computer software training in July

June 29, 2009 – The End User Support group offers free software training to University of Miami employees. Courses include Microsoft Office applications such as Word,…

Paper in Journal of Zoology: From Jack The Ripper To Great Whites

June 22, 2009 – Predation is one of the most fundamental and fascinating interactions in nature, and sharks are some of the fiercest predators on Earth.

State Farm and UM Team Up to Go Green During Hurricane Season

June 02, 2009 – State Farm has reached out to a noted hurricane expert , David Letson, to help educate homeowners about hurricane preparedness

Linda Ray Center Preschoolers Celebrate a Major Milestone

June 02, 2009 – A proud group of preschoolers received their diplomas at the Linda Ray Center.

AERA Honors UM Professor Okhee Lee as Fellow For Outstanding Accomplishments

May 30, 2009 – School of Education professor Okhee Lee named an AERA Fellow.

Naxos Wind Band Classics Series Spotlights Frost Wind Ensemble

May 30, 2009 – Conductor Thomas Sleeper's work performed.

Law Professor David Abraham Awarded Prestigious Fellowship from the American Academy in Berlin

May 29, 2009 – University of Miami Law Professor David Abraham was awarded a highly prestigious fellowship from The American Academy in Berlin for the spring 2010 semester.…

Retirement vendors visit UM this month

May 29, 2009 – Three of the University of Miami’s approved retirement vendors will visit in June to help with financial questions about your retirement plan. Employees…

Reminder: Quest Labs are the preferred in-network labs for UM/Aetna members

May 29, 2009 – Lab work performed at Quest locations is covered at 100 percent under all UM/Aetna medical plans. Members will not have a copay or deductible expense with…

2008 Total Compensation Statements on myUM

May 29, 2009 – Total Compensation Statements for 2008 are now available online. The statements summarize cash compensation such as base pay and overtime, but also the…

Aetna “Live Your Life Well” newsletter available online

May 22, 2009 – Get more from your Aetna benefits plan. Your Aetna membership gives you and your family automatic access to an array of programs and services designed…

How Would You Rate President Obama’s First 100 days?

May 21, 2009 – WHAT: University of Miami’s Political Science department will host a special panel discussion to discuss and analyze the first 100 days of the presidency…

Former Miami Herald Editor Juan Tamayo Joins University of Miami Cuban Institute

May 21, 2009 – The University of Miami’s Institute for Cuban and Cuban American Studies (ICCAS) has named Juan O. Tamayo, former Foreign Editor and Chief of Correspondents…

School of Education Programs Ranked Among Best

April 13, 2009 – Two programs ranked in Top Five nationally.

Cowen Named Associate Dean for Research at the Rosenstiel School

December 31, 1969 – The University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science announced today that Dr. Robert K. Cowen has been named associate dean for…