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Hurricane Sports

Dust off your turnover chains and break out your finest ’Canes gear! The Miami Hurricanes play their opening game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, against the LSU Tigers on Sunday, September 2. Join us for the Official University of Miami AdvoCare Classic Pregame Celebration, brought to you by the UM Alumni Association, featuring VIP access to the field level, the Dallas Cowboys locker room and a delicious buffet. Limited tickets are available, so don’t delay in getting yours! 

See details about the pregame celebration and learn more about all that's going on around campus this summer as we build up momentum to the 2018 season.

 

IN THE NEWS

 
Lavender Celebration

Alumnus Inspires at Lavender Ceremony

Xavier Cortada, A.B. ’86, J.D. ’91, M.P.A. ’91, delivered the keynote address to UM's LGBTQ graduates in May.

 
Arts and Entertainment

’Canes Film Showcase

A night of glitz and glamour in Hollywood highlighted a two-day adventure for 12 School of Communication students.

 
Miami Business School

Business ForUM

Alumni, accountants, lawyers and faculty attended the Business ForUM event, hosted by the Miami Business School’s Department of Accounting. 

 
Affinity Groups

LGBTQ ’Canes

The University of Miami's float for the Miami Beach Gay Pride Parade won a best entry prize for this year's parade. Learn more and get connected!

 

Side Notes

’Canes Communities

Champion ’Cane Brings the University of Miami to Charlotte

Jason Wilson, B.S.C.E. '98, president of the Charlotte ’Canes Community, inspires the next generation of UM students.

Save the Date

Alumni Weekend & Homecoming 2018

Alumni Weekend & Homecoming will be held November 1-3, 2018! Don't miss the fireworks by the lake, alumni reunions, pregame celebration and more!

Hurricane Sports

Alumnus Named as Head Coach of the ’Canes Baseball Team

University of Miami Director of Athletics Blake James officially introduced Gino DiMare, B.L.A. '99, as the 10th head baseball coach in program history.

 

Around Campus

A Species of Seaweed has Been Washing up on Beaches Across the Caribbean and South Florida


The Education Fund to Honor Two College of Engineering Graduates


Colder Atlantic Temperatures Could Change Hurricane Season Forecasts, but the Trend isn't Expected to Last


Alumni Contribute to Miami Herald's Influencer Series


Alumnus Named Best South Florida Architect by the Miami New Times


The Southern Porch as a ‘Sacred Stoop’


School of Communication Mourns the Passing of Alumnus Mike McCormick, B.S.C. ’04


From Asia to the Americas, HOPE Fellow Effectuates Change, Brings Relief to Needy


The Art and Science of Patient Safety


 

Alumni Profiles

 

Naomi Ross, B.Arch. ’09

School of Architecture alumna sheds new light on old neighborhoods.

 

Irma Becerra, B.S.E.E. '86

Engineering alumna excels in leading the way for female educators in South Florida.

 

Lauryn Williams, B.B.A. ’05

Miami School of Business Alumna leaps from Olympic medalist to financial advisor.

 

Brett Lerner, B.S.Ed. ’16

Alumnus is down under to generate new business leads for Amazon Australia.

 

Upcoming Events

Jul
16

11:30 am

Dean Quelch in Milan

Aug
13

6:00 pm

Legacy Welcome Reception

Aug
20

12:00 pm

UM Classes Begin

Sep
02

6:00 pm

AdvoCare Classic Pregame Celebration

 

Shalala In Lights!

 

STAY CONNECTED

 
ON SOCIAL

#CaneForLife

Alumnae Candice Johnson, B.S.P.H. ’16, and Heather Stevens, A.B. ’12.
Friends who give you life. 
#caneforlife @kansaslouise

Don't forget to use #CaneForLife when you post on social media for a chance to be featured in our newsletter!

 

 
FEATURED ’CANE BIZ

Gale Hotel

Whether you are vacationing or stay-cationing in Miami this summer, stay at a ’Cane Hotel! Jared Galbut, B.B.A. ’05, is the operator of this exquisite boutique hotel located just blocks from the ocean and Lincoln Road. The art-deco gem offers UM alumni 15% off when you show your alumni card at checkout. Book today!

 

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