STUDENT ACTIVITIES & STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
There are more than 300 student organizations at the University of Miami spanning interests like academic and professional, community outreach and social change, multicultural and identity-based, religion and spirituality, Greek life and more. Studies show that when students meaningfully engage in co-curricular activities such as student organizations it can lead to higher academic performance and personal fulfillment. They are also a lot of fun and offer a space to connect with fellow ‘Canes and create lifelong friendships!
The annual Spring Involvement Fair serves as a great platform for your student to make a connection with over 150 student organizations, campus departments, and community service partners. This event will be held Thursday, January 24 from 12-3 p.m. on the Foote Green.
Have a conversation with your student to ask how they have gotten involved on campus or how they plan to engage with student organizations and events. Encourage your student to select a couple of organizations they are interested in and check out a meeting to learn more about the organization and find their fit. It is best to advise them to maximize involvement opportunities that will align with their career aspirations, personal goals, leadership development, and lastly to keep a balanced schedule alongside their academics and additional commitments.
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HOUSING & RESIDENTIAL LIFE
The two-step application and room selection process for current resident students who would like to live on-campus for the 2019 – 2020 academic year begins Monday, January 28. The application is available to students via CaneLink and must be completed by 5 p.m. on February 6 for current residents to be guaranteed on-campus housing for the 2019 – 2020 school year. A $500 prepayment payable by credit card is required to complete the application.
Resident students who have completed their application by Wednesday, February 6 will receive an e-mail to their UM e-mail address with individual appointments times to select their room/apartment for next year. Priority sign-up times are given to students who have lived on campus the longest and, with mutually confirmed roommates on their applications, can fill a whole suite/apartment
If a student has applied for on-campus housing but no longer wishes to live on campus, they must cancel their application by February 6 at 5 p.m. or forfeit the $500 prepayment.
For more information about the 2019 – 2020 housing application and sign-up process, including the full selection timeline, visit miami.edu/housing/apply or contact HRL at 305-284-4505 or housing@miami.edu.
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We're asking Hurricane Family Connection readers to give their advice to other Hurricane families. Your advice could be general advice as a family member of a UM student or focus on a specific area of interest for your family.
We will be selecting various topics in the coming issues of Hurricane Family Connection to feature your advice. We thank you in advance for sharing your advice and experience with the rest of our 'Canes community!
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RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE ADVISING
As the New Year passes and those New Year’s resolutions start strong, this is also the best time to think about developing educational goals for a fresh start with a new semester. Some students may have done well in the fall semester, while others may have faced a more challenging semester than they would have liked.
You may wonder what are ways you can help your student while allowing your student the space to grow and develop on their own. As The Office of Academic Enhancement reflects upon this, three ideas come to mind: encourage them to review their syllabi thoroughly, talk about educational goals, and help break down the stigma of seeking help.
- The course syllabus details a professor’s expectations of students in their course throughout the semester. It is important that students are aware of both the schedule for the semester and the professor’s specific policies.
- Educational goals provide students something to work towards. Goals should have different checkpoints throughout the semester to look at progress. Learn about your student’s goals, and if they don’t have any, encourage them to meet with an advisor to help create goals. Ask them how they would like you to check in on how they're doing over the semester.
- We offer many resources to aid in student success on campus. Sometimes, the hardest thing for a student is realizing that it is okay to ask for help and seek out these resources.
Michael Stokes is the Senior Advisor of Residential Colleges with the Office of Academic Enhancement. Residential College Advising provides supplemental academic advising and support in the residential colleges.
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VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS
I hope that you, your student, and your entire family enjoyed a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of all our activities! There is nothing better than time spent with family and friends. Whether this is your last semester with us or the beginning of your first, we are here to support your student’s engagement with leadership opportunities and continued academic success.
In my service as Vice President, I have come to find that the Spring semester moves more quickly than the fall. For this reason, I prioritize wellness and recommend to our students to be intentional about their involvements and time. Whether your student is participating in Greek Organization recruitment or involved in some other way across campus, it is important that they also seek support for their wellness and well-being at our Herbert Wellness Center, Counseling Center, and Student Health Service.
With the fast pace of our spring, it is essential to be prepared and be proactive. The spring is also a wonderful time to engage regularly with our Toppel Career Center as students look for internships and job opportunities to fill their summers and build their futures.
We are here for you and your student. We are excited to see the accomplishments they make throughout this semester and are prepared to support them through challenges they may encounter.
Dr. Patricia A. Whitely has been the Vice President for Students Affairs since 1997 and is an adjunct faculty member in the School of Education and Human Development. Dr. Whitely is responsible for oversight of residential life, leadership development, service learning, orientation, student organizations, student activities, student facilities, student counseling and student health centers, Greek life, and the dean of students office.
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HERBERT WELLNESS CENTER
Now is the perfect time to set resolutions and goals, and family members can serve as motivators to their students. Whether your student would like to improve their overall well-being or pick up a new hobby, the Patti and Allan Herbert Wellness Center is here for them.
I recommend participating in one of over 50 group exercise classes or a Canes Health Assessment and Motivation Program (CHAMP) to review fitness interests and achieve their goals. To support your student’s dietary needs, they can take one of our College Survival Cooking classes or meet with our on-site dietician by appointment.
Further, I recommend our variety of courses centered on mindfulness, meditation, and yoga, which can all guide your student in coping with stressors, low energy levels, and garnering traits like self-awareness. Finally, if you’d like to reward your student for all their hard work, you can schedule a massage therapy appointment with one of our licensed therapists. Students can keep track of these appointments and more with our Wellness Center portal.
We hope that with our support and programming, your student can excel in crafting a lifestyle of wellness so they can continue to succeed in their academic and personal lives.
Christina WooChing serves as the Assistant Director of Wellness and Recreation at the Herbert Wellness Center.
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FALL 2018 COMMENCEMENT
Commencement speakers share gems of insight and wisdom as more than 1,000 UM students graduate in two ceremonies.
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BUTLER CENTER FOR SERVICE & LEADERSHIP
Program gives students the opportunity to uncover what democracy means and how to get to the root of community issues.
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Allison Cawthon, founder of the Native American Heritage Month Committee, hopes to teach others about her culture and grow the community on campus.
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UM LIBRARIES
Over the past several years, more and more students are using UM Libraries as a study place, a meeting place, and more.
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
University of Miami Debate Team continues to bring home big wins, including an ACC championship title.
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