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’Canes. Forever. Learning.

Education for Life

A new digital learning program, Education for Life, brings a continued learning experience to all alumni, regardless of their location or career field. The innovative platform, unveiled by University of Miami President Julio Frenk at the Dec. 12 undergraduate fall commencement ceremony, provides a suite of modern online tools, including specially designed MOOCs.

 

IN THE NEWS

 

’Canes Community Scholarships

Alumni joined together in their local ’Canes Communities this year to support and award the first ’Canes Community Scholarships to students in their area. 

 

’Canes brewing success

Three thriving craft breweries in Miami that are inventing and producing unique brews are led by University of Miami alumni.

 

Alumni Weekend and Homecoming

In addition to traditions like the ’Canes Lounge and fireworks, this year’s event offered new activities, including a campus-wide scavenger hunt.

 

Donation creates funds for LGBTQ students

The gift by John I. McKinstry was announced during the LGBTQ Alumni and Friends Recognition Reception during Alumni Weekend and Homecoming.

 

Side Notes

Accessing the strength of the ’Canes network


A springboard for engaging students


UHealth to open medical center in Doral


The road to the Latin Grammy Awards


On the front lines of the climate emergency


Dr. Stephen D. Nimer honored with endowed chair


Inside The U Creates


There's always a doctor in their house


UM scientists, partners awarded $6 million to restore southeast Florida coral reefs


The stories of Dorian at Marsh Harbour


The power and potential of mixed reality


Miami ’Canes Community: A new avenue for local engagement


U Summer Scholars Experience


 

Alumni Profiles

 

Dave Aizer, B.S.C. '96

TV host and cancer survivor Dave Aizer finds new purpose. 

 

Roy D. Elterman, M.D. '74

Alumnus gives grants and fellowships to keep pushing medicine forward. 

 

Scene On Campus

Over 1,000 students graduated during Fall commencement on Dec. 12 at the Watsco Center on the Coral Gables campus.

 

STAY CONNECTED

 
ON SOCIAL

#CaneForLife

@umsoc "We are so proud of all of our graduates! It’s been such a joy watching you all grow into the professionals you are today and all of us at the SoC can’t wait to cheer you on as you walk across that stage. See you after graduation in the SoC Courtyard to celebrate!!!
#CaneGrad #CaneForLife"

 
CAREER CORNER

Interviewing tips

Ace your next interview with these tips from Alumni Career Services and find more career resources on the new Career Corner site.

 

Upcoming Events

Dec
26

4:00 pm

2019 Walk-On's Independence Bowl

Jan
12

10:30 am

Miami ’Canes Talk with Coach Katie Meier

Jan
23

6:30 pm

Palm Beach Gathering Hosted by Sandy Goldstein, B.B.A. '81, M.B.A. '84

Jan
29

8:00 am

UM Sports Industry Conference

Feb
29

8:00 am

Dolphins Cancer Challenge

Mar
05

12:00 pm

Meet the CEO

Apr
02

12:00 am

UM Giving Day

Apr
08

6:00 pm

Burgers and Baseball

Apr
18

9:00 am

’Canes Day of Service

 

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